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Sludge Hunter and Xducer - Sludge Blanket Interface Level Measurement
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Sludge Hunter and Xducer - Sludge Blanket Interface Level Measurement

Price: $3,350.00

Part Number Configurator:   (please choose one option per box)


Transducer  (Required) :


Sludge Flex Mounting Kit  (Required) :


Part Number:

SH-190-1110

The ECHO Sludge Hunter reliably measures sludge and sediment levels in clarifiers, thickeners, ponds and tanks.  The ultrasonic Air Purge Xducer is connected to the Mounting Flex Kit and immersed just below the surface of the water and pointed to the bottom of the tank.   The Sludge Hunter uses time of flight echo processing and advanced algorithms to lock on the true sludge interface level and ignore the floating solid particles and troublesome rag layers.  The unique patent-pending “Solids Algorithm” has been designed to automatically filter all floating solids particles and electrical noise interference for unmatched performance.

  • Superior Echo Processing
  •  Eliminate Manual Readings
  •  Self-cleaning Transducer
  •  Automate Clarifier Control
  •  ECHO Profile on LCD Display

A simple 3-button keypad is used by the operator to input the tank depth.  The Sludge Hunter automatically does the rest with its advanced echo processing and signal gain adjustment.  The LCD screen displays the echo profile for visual confirmation of the sludge level relative to the tank bottom.  A 4-20mA signal is provided proportional to the sludge level for SCADA input.

The Air Purge Xducer automatically cleans the face of the sensor every 15 minutes for maintenance-free operation (No Moving Parts).  This purging keeps the signal strength high by removing build-up and debris.  Alternative wiper blade cleaning methods inevitably produce mechanical problems and seal leaks, but not with the ECHO Air Purge Xducer!

Successfully operated in:

  • Primary & Secondary Clarifiers
  • Stationary & Rectangular Bridges
  • Gravity/ DAF Thickeners
  • Septic Tanks and Ponds
  • Liquid/Solid Interface

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Technical Specifications:  Sludge Hunter and Air Purge Xducer  

TECHNOLOGY/ OPERATION
Measuring Principle                                       Underwater ultrasonic sludge level measurement
Measuring Range                                             2 … 39 ft  (0.6 … 12 m)

PERFORMANCE
Accuracy                                                              +/- 0.1 ft (0.03 m)
Resolution                                                          0.01 ft (0.003 m)
Response Rate                                                  Fully adjustable
Echo Processing                                                Sophisticated algorithms using 32 bit Digital Signal Processing
Power Supply                                                    115/230 VAC (+5/-10% and 50/60 Hz)

OUTPUTS
Analog                                                                   1   4-20mA output, 750Ω
Digital                                                                    4   SPDT programmable relays, 5A @ 250 VAC
                                                                                 2 user programmable, 1 Purge Control, 1 LOE Radio Telemetry                                                           Site specific, ranges up to 2 miles
Communication                                                Standard RS 232, Optional:  RS 485

PROGRAMMING
User-interface                                                   3 button keypad with menu-driven programming
Echo Profile                                                        Graphical LCD display of raw echo profile
Programming Security                                    Password protected
Data Integrity                                                     Non-volatile RAM

ENVIRONMENT 
Temperature Range (Electronics)             -4˚F to +140˚F  (-20˚C to +60˚C)
Outdoor Rating (Electronics)                       NEMA 4X  (IP 65), UL Approved Enclosure with UV Protected Clear Lid

DESIGN 
Dimensions                                                        11.0 x 8.6 x 6.1 inch (280 x 219 x 156 mm)
Cable Entry                                                         8 available for Wall Mount:  1xM12, 1xPG9, 5xM20 bottom row
Mounting                                                            2 fixed holes & 1 hanging hole, optional DIN Rail tabs
Enclosure Material                                          Polycarbonate, flame resistant to UL94-5V
Weight                                                                 Approximate 3 lbs (1.4 kg)

TRANSDUCER SPECIFICATIONS
Standard Cable Length                                  66 feet (20 m), optional custom lengths
Cable Specification                                          Shielded Coax Cable
Maximum Cable Run                                      150 ft (50 m)
Temperature Range (Transducer)            -40˚F to +200˚F  (-40˚C to +95˚C)
Dimensions                                                        2” dia. X 3” length
Mounting                                                            1 inch NPT Male Thread
Material                                                               PVC Housing
Beam Angle & Frequency                             6˚ total, 1.2 MHz
Cleaning                                                               Hose Tail Air Pipe Connector for Air Purge
Cleaning Frequency                                        User-programmable, 1-720 minutes (12 hours)
Weight                                                                 Approximate 1 lbs (0.5 kg)

WARRANTY
Product Warranty                                            2 years

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