Refer to the product label to confirm the limits. Do not exceed the pressure limits on the product label as this could be dangerous and will invalidate the warranty. If in doubt, contact Keit for advice before installing the spectrometer. DOC0945 (11 August 2022 10:01) www.keit.co.uk...
(Note: maximum inlet pressure of 1 barg with a flow rate 0.5 to 2 litre/min). When purging with nitrogen, ensure there is adequate WARNING ventilation to prevent asphyxiation; an oxygen sensor is recommended. DOC0945 (11 August 2022 10:01) www.keit.co.uk Back to Table of Contents...
(UPS). Contact support@keit.co.uk for further information. If you are unable to use a UPS, you may find that the system fails to start correctly following a power cut. In this situation, Keit recommends power cycling first the IRmadillo and then the controller.
The IRmadillo is fitted with a single body purge inlet and a breather in the probe. The Inlet is shipped with a blanking plug that needs to be removed before use. DOC0945 (11 August 2022 10:01) www.keit.co.uk Back to Table of Contents...
The ideal purge gas is dry nitrogen. Alternatively, dry air from a purge gas generator can be used. The output from this purge gas generator should have a minimum quality according to ISO8573-1:2010 of Class 1:2:1 (dust:water:oil) or better. Keit can recommend suitable generators that achieve this outlet air quality; contact support@keit.co.uk. Purge gas generators may include an internal compressor or use factory-supplied compressed air with a minimum quality of Class 4:4:4 (dust:water:oil).
Check that the green and orange lights on the controller are present (see image). Figure 6: Front panel of Keit controller Protect the data communication fibre from stress and tight bends (< 80mm bend radius not allowed!). Tight bends cause...
Once exposed to a suitable solvent, wipe the ATR with a clean cloth. The metal tube of the probe can also be cleaned by wiping with a cloth. For hard-to-remove fouling (such as biofilms or dried-on chemicals) Keit recommends an oxidative acid clean. First, clean the ATR using the methods outlined above, then perform the following: ...
Figure 8: Sharp spikes within the region indicating an unclean probe A peak at 1400 cm indicates that there is some water on the probe. This could indicate poor purge quality. DOC0945 (11 August 2022 10:01) www.keit.co.uk Back to Table of Contents...
Probe installation is unique for each application. Safe installation of the probe into the process is the responsibility of the user and should be assessed by a suitably trained person. DOC0945 (11 August 2022 10:01) www.keit.co.uk Back to Table of Contents...
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The IRmadillo needs to be suitably supported. The weight of the instrument is ~18 kg, and it must be supported using the mounting points at the base, either through a custom stand or using a Keit Cradle. The probe should not be used to support the instrument.
IRmadillo functioning at the highest level. Keit requires access to the controller in order to provide remote support. If this is not possible, any issues will require the system to be returned to Keit for diagnosis.
800-1800 cm (contrast with Figure 7, above). If evidence of emitter ageing is seen, it may be required to take a new background scan to remove this effect – contact Keit for advice. DOC0945 (11 August 2022 10:01) www.keit.co.uk...
Page 15 3.4. Remote health check Keit can perform an annual examination of your system’s health data remotely to determine if any servicing needs to be carried out. This includes review of internal diagnostics for warnings and errors, component performance for signs of premature ageing, and evaluation of background reference spectra history for signs of operator error or progressive damage.
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Figure 17: Using the fibre-cleaning pen to the Souriau plug Once both halves of the connector have been cleaned then they can be reconnected. Align the keyways and turn the locknut clockwise until a distinct click is heard. DOC0945 (11 August 2022 10:01) www.keit.co.uk Back to Table of Contents...
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Page 17 Align keyways Locknut Figure 18: Reconnecting the Souriau connectors DOC0945 (11 August 2022 10:01) www.keit.co.uk Back to Table of Contents...
(D) Probe (gas) purge outlet Allows purge gas to escape the probe. There is a single outlet located on the probe for all purge gas to escape. DOC0945 (11 August 2022 10:01) www.keit.co.uk Back to Table of Contents...
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(I) Power cable gland This is the mains power connection to the spectrometer. More detail on how to connect power to the spectrometer can be found in Section 2.1, Powering the IRmadillo. DOC0945 (11 August 2022 10:01) www.keit.co.uk Back to Table of Contents...
However, if the system is to be stored before its use Keit recommends an air-conditioned environment. The environment must be non-condensing, with a relative humidity below 95%. The IRmadillo or storage container should also be out of direct sunlight.
The sample cell may be cleaned using standard laboratory cleaning practices, as appropriate for your reaction. Also ensure the ATR element has been thoroughly cleaned and dried before use of the sample cell. DOC0945 (11 August 2022 10:01) www.keit.co.uk Back to Table of Contents...
The flow cell assembly contains a pressure vessel and has been designed to withstand the analyte conditions that are specified on your product label. For detailed technical drawings, contact Keit. 5.2.1. High flow cell - ASM1396 The high flow cell is a ~27ml vessel that can be secured to the end of the probe for continuous analysis of your process.
Refer to IRmadillo product label Analyte Temperature Refer to IRmadillo product label Body Material Corrosion-resistant metal O-ring Seal FFKM (Kalrez) Port Size 1/4" tubing Cell Internal Volume ~0.8 ml DOC0945 (11 August 2022 10:01) www.keit.co.uk Back to Table of Contents...
Refer to IRmadillo product label Analyte Temperature Refer to IRmadillo product label Body Material Corrosion-resistant metal O-ring Seal FFKM (Kalrez) Port Size 1/4" NPT Cell Internal Volume ~1.5 ml DOC0945 (11 August 2022 10:01) www.keit.co.uk Back to Table of Contents...
The flow cell has restricted passages so liquids with suspended CAUTION particles may cause blockages. Excessive flow rates may cause cavitation and erosion; consult with Keit if in doubt. Ensure that the NPT fittings are attached prior to final assembly; CAUTION this avoids any side loads on the IRmadillo spectrometer which may cause damage.
The flange and hub form a seal with the process pipework and as such are safety critical to prevent an accidental discharge of the process media. Keit recommends regular inspection of the WARNING integrity of the welds on the front and rear in line with local safety procedures.
The probe body and hub are manufactured from Hastelloy as standard, which is resistant to many aggressive chemicals. However, you are advised to check with Keit before installing on a new process. Before beginning installation, ensure that the gasket is in good condition and that the sealing faces are not scratched or dented.
Ensure that the bolts are sufficiently tight to prevent a leak from your pipework. 5.3.3. Maintenance Keit recommends regular inspection of the integrity of the welds on the front and rear in line with local safety procedures. Inspection of the sealing weld will require removal of the flange and spectrometer from the pressure vessel and can be completed as part of regular inspection/maintenance of the spectrometer and pipework.
A blanking plug is also provided to seal the end if the spectrometer is withdrawn from the pipeline. For technical drawings, contact Keit at enquiries@keit.co.uk. Figure 28: Spectrometer with port tube fitted 5.4.1.
A blanking plug is also provided to seal the end if the spectrometer is withdrawn from the pipeline. For technical drawings, contact Keit at enquiries@keit.co.uk. DOC0945 (11 August 2022 10:01) www.keit.co.uk...
The flange and hub form a seal with the process pipework and as such are safety critical to prevent an accidental discharge of the process media. Keit recommends regular inspection of the WARNING integrity of the welds on the front and rear in line with local safety procedures.
5.5.3. Maintenance Keit recommends regular inspection of the integrity of the welds on the front and rear in line with local safety procedures. Inspection of the sealing weld will require removal of the flange and spectrometer from the pressure vessel and can be completed as part of regular inspection/maintenance of the spectrometer and pipework.
The flange and hub form a seal with the process pipework and as such are safety critical to prevent an accidental discharge of the WARNING process media. Keit recommends regular inspection of the sealing components in line with local safety procedures. The spectrometer and cradle assembly weighs ~32.5kg. Please CAUTION ensure adequate support.
The cradle also has 4 mounting points through the base. 5.6.3. Maintenance Keit recommends regular inspection of the integrity of the welds on the front and rear in line with local safety procedures. DOC0945 (11 August 2022 10:01) www.keit.co.uk...
The spectrometer and inclined stand assembly weighs ~24kg. Use WARNING caution when handling to avoid injury. 5.7.2. Installation Assemble the inclined stand to the desired height; two positions are possible. For technical drawings, contact Keit at enquiries@keit.co.uk. DOC0945 (11 August 2022 10:01) www.keit.co.uk Back to Table of Contents...
Ingold DN40 port. The probe tube is fitted with a Ingold DN40 nut that can be fitted to compatible ports. For technical drawings, contact Keit. It is important to follow these instructions completely to ensure safe use of the Ingold probe.
Avoid applying stress to the probe by ensuring that the nut and threaded section of the Ingold port align before tightening or bolting the spectrometer in place. Figure 33: Fitting an Ingold IRmadillo probe into an Ingold Port DOC0945 (11 August 2022 10:01) www.keit.co.uk Back to Table of Contents...
It will take time to a high temperature stabilise the internal temperature and you must wait for this to occur. Thermal shutdown activated Contact Keit for advice on operation outside of resetting the instrument specification. Appearance of Check that your purge gas...
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Page 39 Issue Cause Potential Solution Damage to ATR element Contact Keit Clean the probe. See Contamination of ATR Section 2.4 Checking for element warnings and checking the Unrepeatable probe is clean measurements Dip probe misaligned by Contact Keit inappropriate use...
The maximum possible length is determined by the fibre optic cable type used: Type OM1 (62.5/125μm): max length 275m Type OM3 (50/125μm): max length 500m Keit offers an optional OM3 extension with ASM0627-09-Z. DOC0945 (11 August 2022 10:01) www.keit.co.uk Back to Table of Contents...
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LED green (blinking) when in suspend state DATA LINK: ACTV LED amber (flashing) when data transmission is active between fibre-optic converter and spectrometer LED off when in suspend mode DOC0945 (11 August 2022 10:01) www.keit.co.uk Back to Table of Contents...
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The COM ports are terminated with standard 9-way male D-sub Connector Plugs. The COM ports are configured in the BIOS by default to RS485 (RS232 and RS422 is available if required). DOC0945 (11 August 2022 10:01) www.keit.co.uk Back to Table of Contents...
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