TUA
Parameter(s): Turbidity (NTU), TSS
OVERVIEW
TURBIDITY PROBE
Real Tech’s robust Turbidity submersible probe provides affordable real-time measurement of turbidity and is especially suited to wastewater and surface water monitoring. The probe’s rugged design is built to withstand harsh environments especially found in industrial and municipal wastewater applications with options for a stainless steel or titanium body.
LIQUID AI® COMPATIBLE
Our Liquid Ai® data services complement our real-time quality monitoring systems. Calibration Health Monitoring ensures accuracy and reliability are maintained so our clients can have the utmost confidence in their results, while our Remote Monitoring platform enables access to data anywhere, anytime.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
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Affordable real-time turbidity monitoring for industrial and municipal wastewater applications and surface water applications
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ISO 7027 compliant measurement method
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Robust submersible probe with titanium or stainless steel housing
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Long life LED light source
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Operator friendly, low maintenance
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Simple to install and operate
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C1D1 certification for explosive environments optional (e.g., municipal plant headworks)
SPECIFICATIONS
| CHARACTERISTIC | TECHNICAL DATA |
| Measurement Method | Nephelometry in accordance with ISO 7027 turbidity standard |
| Parameters | Turbidity, TSS |
| Units | NTU, mg/L |
| Range* | 5 - 4000 NTU, 5 – 5000 mg/L TSS |
| Accuracy | 5% of reading or 5 NTU (mg/L TSS) whichever is greater |
| Resolution | 1 NTU, 1 mg/L TSS |
| Sampling Time | 10 seconds |
| Calibration | Automatic compensation for LED output and temperature change |
| Cleaning | Automatic compressed air or pressurized water cleaning with optional Probe Clean System |
| Self-Diagnostics | Detection and diagnosis of internal system fault |
| Alarms | Continuous detection of leaks, lamp output, humidity, temperature and electrical fault |
| Humidity Control | Humidity sensor with desiccant pack |
| Wavelength | 860 nm as per ISO 7027 |
| Light Source | LED |
| Electrical/Comm. | From controller |
| Pressure Rating | 15 PSI |
| Operating Temp. | 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)** |
| Housing Material | Titanium (Grade 2) or, Stainless steel (SS 316) |
| Wetted Materials | Titanium, Epoxy, Sapphire, SS 316, Viton (Titanium) or, Epoxy, Sapphire, SS 316, Viton (Stainless Steel) |
| Weight | 1.5kg (3.31lb)*** (Titanium) or, 2.5kg (5.25lb)*** (Stainless steel) |
| Ingress Protection Type | IPX8 |
| Dimensions | 12.8” H x 2.0” Diameter |
| Warranty | 2-year limited warranty (Extended care packages available) |
Technical Specifications are subject to change without notice.
* For high-range TSS applications, Real Tech’s absorbance-based TA probe is recommended.
**Operating (water) temperature absolute maximum 55°C (131°F). Instrument performance reduced when operating outside recommended operating range. Contact Real Tech to verify application.
*** Weight does not include cable. Cable weight: 0.70kg (1.55lb).
CONTROLLERS & ACCESSORIES
CONTROLLERS
| PRODUCT# | NAME | DESCRIPTION |
| S-229005 | Real Controller Lite | Wall mounted controller with 4-line x 20-character back lit LCD display. Includes modbus RTU (RS485). |
| S-169000 | Real Controller | Wall mounted controller with 4-line x 20-character back lit LCD display. Includes modbus RTU (RS485), 1 channel of 4-20 mA out and digital I/O module. |
| S-11TPC | Real Controller Pro | Wall mounted controller with 12.1” colour LCD touch panel PC interface (PC inside cabinet model). Includes Modbus RTU and Modbus TCP. |
| S-11TPCD | Real Controller Pro | Wall mounted controller with 12.1” colour LCD touch panel PC interface (PC external on door model). Includes Modbus RTU and Modbus TCP. |
ACCESSORIES
| PRODUCT# | NAME | DESCRIPTION |
| S-228070 | Probe Clean System | Cleaning valve module requires on-site compressed air or pressured water for automatic probe cleaning |
| S-228080 | Compressed Air System | Compressor for air cleaning when compressed air not available on-site |
| S-219081 | Probe Mounting Kit I | Provides secure mounting attachment for titanium or stainless steel probe to a tank wall or open channel wall. No pole included |
| S-219082 | Probe Mounting Kit II | Provides secure mounting attachment for titanium or stainless steel probe to a tank wall or open channel wall. 5’ pole included |
| S-219083 | Probe Mounting Kit III | Provides secure mounting attachment for titanium or stainless steel probe to a tank wall or open channel wall. 10’ pole included |
| S-229085 | Chain Mount | Stainless steel chain for mounting probe in open channel |