Oxygen Monitors : Ensure Safety and Optimize Processes

The Importance of Oxygen Monitoring

• Safety :
  • Oxygen Deficiency : Low oxygen levels (hypoxia) can cause dizziness, unconsciousness, and even death. Monitoring is essential in confined spaces, industrial settings, and high-altitude environments.
  • Oxygen Enrichment : High oxygen levels can increase the risk of fire and explosion.
• Process Control :
  • Combustion Control : Optimizing combustion processes for efficiency and reduced emissions.
  • Aeration : Monitoring oxygen levels in wastewater treatment and aquaculture.
  • Industrial Processes : Controlling oxygen levels in various manufacturing processes
• Environmental Monitoring

Types of Oxygen Monitors

• Dissolved Oxygen (DO) Meters : Measure the concentration of oxygen dissolved in water
  • Optical DO Meters : Use fluorescence quenching to measure DO. Offer high accuracy, low maintenance, and are not affected by interfering substances.
  • Galvanic DO Meters : Use an electrochemical reaction to measure DO.
  • Polarographic DO Meters
• Gas - Phase Oxygen Analyzers : Measure the concentration of oxygen in air or other gas mixtures.
• Electrochemical Oxygen Sensors : Use a chemical reaction to generate a current proportional to the oxygen concentration.
• Zirconia Oxygen Sensors : Use a solid-state electrolyte to measure oxygen partial pressure. Suitable for high-temperature applications.
• Paramagnetic Oxygen Analyzers : Measure the magnetic susceptibility of oxygen.

Applications

• Confined space entry.
• Combustion Control
• Wastewater Treatment : Monitoring DO levels in aeration basins.
• Aquaculture : Maintaining optimal DO levels for fish and other aquatic life.
• Environmental Monitoring : Assessing water quality in rivers, lakes, and oceans.
• Medical :
• Industrial Safety : Monitoring oxygen levels in workplaces to prevent hypoxia or oxygen enrichment hazards.

Key Features to Consider

• Measurement Range : Choose a monitor with an appropriate range for your application.
• Accuracy : Consider the required accuracy level.
• Response Time :
• Temperature Compensation : Important for accurate DO measurements, as DO solubility is temperature-dependent.
• Salinity Compensation : Important for accurate DO measurements in saltwater.
• Calibration : Oxygen monitors require periodic calibration.
• Display : Look for clear display.
• Data Logging : Some models offer data logging capabilities.

Why Choose Pioneer Oxygen Monitors ?

Accurate and Reliable Measurement, Wide Selection, Durable Construction, User-Friendly Design, Expert Support, Competitive Prices