The OUSAF22 NIR/VIS absorption sensor monitors color and purity in Ex areas and hygienic processes.

Color sensor
OUSAF22

NIR/VIS absorption sensor for color and purity monitoring

OUSAF22

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Specs at a glance

Measurement range

0 to 2.5 AU
Process temperature

0 to 90 °C (32 to 194 °F) continuous
Max. 130 °C (266 °F) for 2 hours
Process pressure

Max. 100 bar (1450 psi)
(depending on flow through assembly)

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Field of application

OUSAF22 is an optical sensor for precise inline color measurement in liquids in the visible region of the electromagnetic spectrum. It measures the slightest color changes, ensuring the highest quality standards of your products. Moreover, it provides you with fast values according to all standard color scales and avoids complicated and expensive sampling. OUSAF22 is ready for all kinds of environments, from hazardous areas (ATEX, FM) to hygienic processes (CIP/SIP).

The OUSAF22 sensor measures color for:

Quality control / Purity monitoring
Color dosage
Decolorization control
Distillation monitoring

This makes it fit for many industries such as

Life Sciences
Chemicals
Food & Beverages
Oil & Gas
Water

Color scale measurements: APHA/Hazen, Pt, EBC, ASBC, ASTM, ICUMSA, Lovibond

With its international explosion-protection approvals, such as ATEX and FM, the sensor is suitable for hazardous area use.

Benefits

Accurate color and purity monitoring for better product quality
Fast and direct inline measurement avoids expensive sampling and laboratory measurements
Values according to standard color scales (APHA/Hazen, etc.)
Low-maintenance sensor with long service life and stable operation
Outstanding filter performance provides highest linearity
Suitable for cleaning-in-place (CIP) and sterilization-in-place (SIP)
Approved for hazardous area use

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