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- Page 1 Hydro-Probe / Hydro-Probe XT Installation Guide To re-order quote part number: HD0675 Revision: 1.5.0 Revision date: January 2020...
- Page 2 Neither the whole or any part of the information contained in nor the product described in this documentation may be adapted or reproduced in any material form except with the prior written approval of Hydronix Limited, hereinafter referred to as Hydronix.
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- Page 5 Cable product number changed 1.2.0 Jan 2016 Minor Formatting Update 1.3.0 March 2016 SIM02 reference added 1.3.1 July 2016 Accessories list updated 1.4.0 Nov 2017 Sensor model numbers updated 1.5.0 Jan 2020 Address Change Hydro-Probe Installation Guide HD0675 Rev 1.5.0 5...
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Installing the Sensor ........................18 Chapter 2 Corrosion Protection......................21 Corrosion Protection........................21 Chapter 3 Technical Specification ......................23 Technical Specification....................... 23 Appendix A Document Cross Reference ....................25 Document Cross Reference ....................... 25 Hydro-Probe Installation Guide HD0675 Rev 1.5.0 7... - Page 8 Hydro-Probe Installation Guide HD0675 Rev 1.5.0...
- Page 9 Figure 3: Fitting a Deflection Plate to prevent damage ................. 12 Figure 4: Overhead View of Hydro-Probe Mounted in a Bin ..............13 Figure 5: Mounting the Hydro-Probe in the Neck of the Bin ..............13 Figure 6: Mounting the Hydro-Probe in the Bin Wall ................14 Figure 7: Mounting the Hydro-Probe in Large Bins ................
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Page 11: Chapter 1 Hydro-Probe Installation
RS232/485 converter (DIN rail mounting) 0049B RS232/485 converter (9 pin D type to terminal block) SIMxx USB Sensor Interface Module including cables and power supply Hydro-Com configuration and diagnostics software is available for free download from www.hydronix.com Hydro-Probe Installation Guide HD0675 Rev 1.5.0 11... -
Page 12: General To All Applications
Chapter 1 Hydro-Probe Installation This Hydro-Probe/Hydro-Probe XT Installation Guide is only valid for model numbers HP04 onwards and HPXT02 onwards. User guides for earlier Hydro-Probe model numbers are available from www.hydronix.com 1 General to All Applications Follow the advice below for good sensor positioning: The ‘sensing area’... -
Page 13: Positioning The Sensor
If it is fitted on the same side as the ram, it should be angled towards the centre. Positioning the sensor under the bin will also help where space is limited. Standard Mounting Sleeve Figure 5: Mounting the Hydro-Probe in the Neck of the Bin Hydro-Probe Installation Guide HD0675 Rev 1.5.0 13... -
Page 14: Figure 6: Mounting The Hydro-Probe In The Bin Wall
Standard Mounting Sleeve (part no 0025) Figure 6: Mounting the Hydro-Probe in the Bin Wall If the sensor does not reach the main flow of material, then an Extension Mounting Sleeve (part no 0026) should be used, as shown below. -
Page 15: Figure 8: Vibratory Feed Mounting
Chapter 1 Vibratory Feed Mounting With vibratory feeders, the sensor is normally fitted by the manufacturer – contact Hydronix for further information on positioning. It is difficult to predict where the flow of material occurs, but the location shown below is recommended. -
Page 16: Figure 10: Hydro-Probe Angled At 45° To Reduce Build-Up
Hydro-Probe Installation • The Hydro-Probe body can be installed at an angle of between 90° and 60° to the conveyor belt to reduce build -up of material. It is important to maintain the 45° angle to the material flow and the 25mm gap to the conveyor belt see Figure 10. -
Page 17: Figure 12: Mounting The Hydro-Probe In A Screw Conveyor
Averaging switch Output Figure 12: Mounting the Hydro-Probe in a Screw Conveyor Installing in Ducting To achieve reliable and consistent results in ducting the Hydro-Probe requires: Consistent, smooth flow rate. • The sensor face is at 60° from the material flow •... -
Page 18: Installing The Sensor
Chapter 1 Hydro-Probe Installation 3 Installing the Sensor There are three mounting accessories available from Hydronix. Standard Mounting Sleeve (part no 0025) 50mm <338mm 218mm 170mm Figure 14: The Standard Mounting Sleeve (part no 0025) Extension Mounting Sleeve (part no 0026) -
Page 19: Figure 16: Flanged Mounting Sleeve (Part Number 0024A)
Hydro-Probe Installation Chapter 1 Flanged Mounting Sleeve (part no 0024A) For installations where vertical mounting is required, use with the Hydronix Clamp Ring, (part number 0023). A 100mm diameter hole is required to insert the Flanged Mounting Sleeve. Clamp Ring... - Page 20 Chapter 1 Hydro-Probe Installation Hydro-Probe Installation Guide HD0675 Rev 1.5.0...
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Page 21: Chapter 2 Corrosion Protection
Installing the senor using the Extension Mounting Sleeve (Part number 0026) will protect the connector from falling material. (See Figure 18). Extension Bin wall Mounting sleeve Hydro-Probe Figure 18: Hydro-Probe installed in an Extension Mounting Sleeve Hydro-Probe Installation Guide HD0675 Rev 1.5.0 21... -
Page 22: Figure 19: Hydro-Probe Installed With A Drip Loop
Mounting Sleeve Bin wall Hydro-Probe Drip Loop Figure 19: Hydro-Probe installed with a Drip Loop 1.1.3 Protection Cover Install a cover over the top of the sensor to deflect the material away from the connector. (See Figure 20). Self-amalgamating tape can also be used to seal the connector. -
Page 23: Chapter 3 Technical Specification
Mode F only 1.8.2 Hydro-Probe XT Mode F, Mode E, Mode V Brix measurement output Digital (Serial) Communications 1.10 Opto-isolated RS485 2 wire port – for serial communications including changing operating parameters and sensor diagnostics. Hydro-Probe Installation Guide HD0675 Rev 1.5.0 23... - Page 24 In areas of high lightning risk, correct and adequate protection should be used. The sensor cable shield is connected to the sensor body. To prevent earth loops the shield must not be connected at the control panel. Hydro-Probe Installation Guide HD0675 Rev 1.5.0...
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Page 25: Appendix A Document Cross Reference
Document Number Title HD0678 Hydronix Moisture Sensor Electrical Installation Guide EN0078 Integrating Hydro-Mix and Hydro-Probe sensors in ducting HD0679 Hydronix Moisture Sensor Configuration and Calibration Guide Hydro-Probe Installation Guide HD0675 Rev 1.5.0 25... - Page 26 Appendix A Document Cross Reference Hydro-Probe Installation Guide HD0675 Rev 1.5.0...
- Page 27 General ............. 13 Deflection Plate ......... 12 In Bin Wall ..........14 Position ..........12, 13 In Neck of Bin ..........13 Mounting Options ............18 Conveyor Belt ..........15 Vibratory Feeders ........15 Hydro-Probe Installation Guide HD0675 Rev 1.5.0 27...
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