HumiCore - Inline Moisture Measurement System

• Automate drying or moisturizing processes to minimize energy costs and maximize profit
• Continuous in-line (on-line) system providing real-time data to eliminate need for frequent laboratory samples
• Measures moisture inside the material core... not just the surface to provide precision measurements of typically 0.1% to 0.3% or better depending on material / application
• High frequency field technology
• Compact design for easy installation and calibration
• Installation locations include: conveyor belts, screw conveyors, silos, funnels, etc.
• Suitable for most powders and bulk solids including cement, aggregates, coal, wood, chemicals / fertilizers, plastics, feed & grain, dry food ingredients (flour, sugar, etc.) and more.

The HumiCore in-line (on-line) moisture measuring system for continuous process monitoring guarantees trouble-free measurement of the internal product moisture of solids and emulsions. The HumiCore moisture sensor circuitry principle is centered around an electrical high frequency field. The HumiCore is based on technology that has been developed and proven over several years.

With no material present, the ambient air is the dielectric component of the electrical high frequecy field. The dielectric constant of air is one. When the process is active, bulk material passing in front of the sensor face displaces the ambient air and becomes the dielectric for the electrical high frequency field. As the dielectric constant increases, it also causes a change in the electrical high frequency field. That change is processed by the electronics, is compensated for temperature, and is sent to the controller or transmitter. Given the sensor output, a control system or the available controller can now quantify and display the moisture content of the material passing by the sensor face. The area of material influence is typically 7.75 inches (200mm) from the sensor surface. Calibration is a short and simple procedure. The HumiCore sensor can provide a high precision measurement (0.1% to 0.3% typical). The in-line measuring system for process monitoring guarantees trouble-free measurement of the internal product moisture of solids and emulsions.

Installation locations include conveyor belts, screw conveyors, silos, funnels, etc.

Installation Locations Include (but not limited to):

• Conveyor belts
• Screw conveyors
• Silos
• Funnels

Target Materials Include (but not limited to):

• Feed and grain
• Cereal
• Malt
• Flour
• Sugar
• Spices
• Potato products
• Coal
• Sand
• Aggregates
• Cement
• Wood shavings
• Dried food
• Fertilizer
• Tobacco
• Powder
• Pigments
• Plastic granules

Part #, Description

• 19-3402, Welding Flange, Direct Sensor Mount
• 19-3410, Heat Sink, For Cooling, Direct Sensor Mount
• 19-1121, Heating Ring
• R0514-18001, Cable, 4-Wire, Shielded, 18 AWG 1
• 19-3453, Sled, Plate Over Belt, 2 pt, Light Duty, 400 mm
• 19-3454, Sled, Plate Over Belt, 4 pt, Light Duty, 400 mm
• 19-3455, Sled, Ship Adaption Plate Over Belt, Heavy Duty

Note:

• 1 Cable is not included. Must be ordered separately.

Part #, Description

• 19-3402, Welding Flange, Direct Sensor Mount
• 19-3410, Heat Sink, For Cooling, Direct Sensor Mount
• 19-1121, Heating Ring
• R0514-18001, Cable, 4-Wire, Shielded, 18 AWG (1)
• 19-3453, Sled, Plate Over Belt, 2 pt, Light Duty, 400 mm
• 19-3454, Sled, Plate Over Belt, 4 pt, Light Duty, 400 mm
• 19-3455, Sled, Ship Adaption Plate Over Belt, Heavy Duty
• 17-8021, Power Supply, Universal AC to 24VDC (1)

Note:

• (1) Cable or power supply are not included. Must be ordered separately.

Process Data

• Pressure: Up to 6 bar
• Process temperature: +14 to +194F (-10 to +90C)
• +284F (140C) with cooling

Sensor Data

• Measuring surface: POM or Ceramic
• Housing material: 304SS (1.4307)
• Protection class: IP67
• Sensor dimensions: 4.57" dia. x 2.02"H (116mm dia. x 51.5mm)
• Accuracy: 0.1 to 0.3% typical
• Power: Via transmitter (PRO) or via controller (Ultra)
• Interconnection: 4 wires, shielded, 3280 ft (1000m) max

Controller (for Ultra Series)

• Moisture Range: 0.0 - 0.1% min, 0 - 90% max; RH non-condensing
• Response time: Approximately 1 second
• Averaging time: 0 to 999 seconds
• Power supply: 115 VAC / 24V AC/DC or 230 VAC / 24V AC/DC
• Outputs: 1/4 VGA-LC Display, relay, analog, RS-485
• Controller dimensions: 9.3in x 5.2in x 13in (236 x 132 x 330mm)
• Dependent on model selected

Transmitter (for PRO Series)

• Construction: Housing for 35mm DIN-Rail (EN 50022)
• Input power: 24 V AC/DC (Power supply ordered separately)
• Ambient temperature: +14 to +140°F (-10 to +60°C)
• Protection class: IP 30
• Output signal: 0/4-20 mA (max. 750 Ohm); 0/2-10 Volt
• Interfaces: RS-232, RS-485
• Transmitter dimensions: 4.53in L x 0.89in W x 3.94in H (115 x 22.5 x 100mm)
• Transmitter weight (approx.): 0.33 lbs. (0.15 kg)

Monitor Technologies LLC warrants each HumiCoreTM System to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for two (2) years from the date of purchase. The purchaser must notify Monitor of any defects within the warranty period, return the product intact, and prepay transportation charges. The obligation of Monitor Technologies LLC under this warranty is limited to repair or replacement at its factory. This warranty does not apply to any product which is repaired or altered outside of Monitor Technologies’ factory, or which has been subject to misuse, negligence, accident, incorrect wiring by others, or improper installation. Monitor Technologies LLC reserves the right to change the design and/or specifications without prior notice.

Part Numbers / Product Configurations

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