15 PPM Bilge Alarms
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RIVERTRACE - SMART BILGE - 15 PPM OIL CONTENT MONITOR
SALES & SERVICE PROVIDER FOR INDIA, BANGLADESH, SINGAPORE & MALAYSIA
By utilising the rivertrace Smart Cell manual Detector Array Technology, developed by Rivertrace, the OCM analyses all three oil types (HFO, Diesel and Emulsions) simultaneously without the need for re-calibration. A smart cell manual cleaning device is included as standard to easily enable routine maintenance. Optical cell fouling is recognised as a leading cause of monitor malfunction or incorrect reading. By simple operation of the manual cleaning device, the “Smart Cell” remains in optimum operating condition. Replacement calibrated measuring cells can be purchased for easy change over on board the vessel and calibration check kits enable the crew to demonstrate the monitor is within factory calibration to PSC Surveyors. The Smart Cell Bilge Alarm is readily available as a 5ppm version if required. It can also be tailor made for Hazardous Environments (Zone 1 & 2) as an Exd system with Auto Clean, all enclosed in an explosion proof cabinet.
By utilising the rivertrace Smart Cell manual Detector Array Technology, developed by Rivertrace, the OCM analyses all three oil types (HFO, Diesel and Emulsions) simultaneously without the need for re-calibration. A smart cell manual cleaning device is included as standard to easily enable routine maintenance. Optical cell fouling is recognised as a leading cause of monitor malfunction or incorrect reading. By simple operation of the manual cleaning device, the “Smart Cell” remains in optimum operating condition. Replacement calibrated measuring cells can be purchased for easy change over on board the vessel and calibration check kits enable the crew to demonstrate the monitor is within factory calibration to PSC Surveyors. The Smart Cell Bilge Alarm is readily available as a 5ppm version if required. It can also be tailor made for Hazardous Environments (Zone 1 & 2) as an Exd system with Auto Clean, all enclosed in an explosion proof cabinet.
APPLICATIONS
- MEPC 107(49) Bilge Water Discharge
- Rig Slop Tank Discharge
- Air Cooler Drains Overboard Discharge
- Oily Water Separator Discharge
OPTIONS
All options can be ordered from new or retrofitted to existing Rivertrace Smart Bilge monitors.
FLOWSWITCH
The flowswitch option has been designed to ensure that bilge water is flowing through the measuring cell when in monitoring mode. An error is shown on the display if there is no flow.
The flowswitch monitors the flow of water through the cell. This ensures that the flow cannot be shut off accidentally or maliciously. In case of no flow, the Smart Bilge will close the overboard discharge valve.
The flowswitch monitors the flow of water through the cell. This ensures that the flow cannot be shut off accidentally or maliciously. In case of no flow, the Smart Bilge will close the overboard discharge valve.
AUTOCLEAN
The autoclean option has been designed to ensure that the measuring cell glasstube is kept free from fouling. Cell fouling is recognised as a leading cause of monitor malfunction. Fitting the Autoclean removes the need for the ship’s crew to remember to clean the cell manually.
SPECIFICATION
| MEASUREMENT | |
|---|---|
| Oil types: | HFO, Diesel and Mixture C (IMO defined) |
| Clean water calibration: | +/- 2ppm of factory set values |
| Oil range: | 0 – 40 ppm |
| Accuracy oil + solids: | +/- 5ppm up to 30 ppm |
| Solids discrimination: | 100ppm Iron Oxide in 10 ppm Diesel |
| Response time: | < 5 sec (oil reading) |
| ALARMS | |
| Oil alarm 1 setpoint: | 1 – 15 ppm user adjustable |
| Oil alarm 2 setpoint: | 1 – 15 ppm user adjustable |
| Oil alarm 1 delay: | 0 – 5 seconds user adjustable |
| Oil alarm 2 delay: | 0 – 600 seconds user adjustable |
| INPUT / OUTPUT | |
| Analogue output: | Active 4-20mA / 0 – 20mA |
| Switch inputs: | 2 x switch inputs for separator and backflush status |
| DATA STORAGE AND RETRIEVAL | |
| Calibrate on data storage: | Stored in cell |
| IMO required data: | Stored in Control enclosure |
| IMO required data retrieval: | Via LCD display, RS 232 comms link or USB |
| SYSTEM AND SUPPLY | |
| Supply voltage: | 115 or 230V AC, 50 – 60Hz (24V AC & 12V DC available) |
| Supply voltage Consumption: | < 50 VA incl. solenoid valve |
| Supply voltage tolerance: | +/- 15% |
| Projected life: | > 50,000 hrs |
| Protection class: | IP 65 |
| Approvals: | MEPC 107(49) – DNV-GL, USCG, CCS, Class NK, Russian Register, Transport Canada. |
| Weight: | 3.2 Kg / 7.05lb |
Specifications and system descriptions accurate at time of printing. These are subject to change.
The monitor’s calibration can be checked using our calibration check kit. This is an approved method of demonstrating that the unit is still working correctly to Port State Control and Class.
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TheSmart WiO (Water in Oil) sensor to aid the general maintenance and lessen the likelihood of equipment failing.
This is a cost effective solution measuring the absorption of water in oil, in % humidity. New oil has the ability to hold a certain amount of dissolved water. The maximum water amount oil can hold is called “saturation point”.
Above the saturation point, free water will fall out which can cause corrosion inside of the engine. The “saturation point” is influenced by temperature and other different factors like the composition of oil mineral or synthetic, formulation of additives and will change during the lifetime of the oil.
The Water in Oil Sensor (WiO) is not measuring free water or emulsion, which is detectable by regular Water in Oil test kits, it measures the absolute water content in the oil, independent of the oil type and age.
More than 100% humidity means free water is present.
From this point regular Water in Oil test kits are used to measure. Normally in the field, the water in oil content is measured by a Water in Oil test kit. The results are mostly <0.02% (or 100.02% humidity), this value means free water content. The WiO has two alarm points: a pre alarm at 50% humidity, and main alarm at 90% humidity.
Now the prices have been discounted, making the product even more attractive.
15 PPM BILGE ALARM Type - BILGEMON 488
The 15ppm bilge alarm type BILGMON 488 is type approved to meet the requirements of IMO Resolution MEPC.107(49), and with its small dimensions it is ideal also for retrofit on existing separators. The smart detachable measuring cell with wireless communication is easy to remove and replace with a newly calibrated cell, if this is preferred to having the system accuracy checked on board. On special request the BILGMON 488 is also available as a 5ppm version meeting the requirements of Class notation “Clean Design”.
The BilgMon 488 has a unique system of replacing the old measuring cell with a new one, and still keep all data saved in the memory. This function enables the crew to easily replace a damaged measuring cell, or attach a new calibrated measuring cell to the power module, when a calibration of the unit is needed. The replacement cell is delivered with a factory calibration certificate, and both units will be automatically updated after being joined together. The measuring cell has a heavy duty design, in order to resist the tough running conditions.
The measuring principle by using IR light detection in the measuring cell, is a well proven and reliable examination method of the sample flow from the oily water separator. The processor in the power module will store all requested data, and this data will clearly be presented in a LCD at the front of the unit. Connection to an external printer is available if required, through a serial communication interface. The unit is also provided with a solenoid valve function for cleaning water to measuring cell.
Key Benefits:
- Unique system of onboard replacement of the measuring cell
- Measuring cell simple to replace due to wireless design
- Easy to operate with only four pushbuttons
- User-friendly menu
- Compact design
- 32 character LCD, with LED background light
- Relays and input are protected by “PTC” resistor fuses (Fuses are reset by disconnection of power supply – no regular fuses to replace)
- System running status shown on LCD in real time
- Suitable for both newbuildings, as well as existing ships
- Can be attached to any oily water separator type
- Easily fitted from ship’s crew
Technical features
- Oil content range 0 – 30ppm (current output 0-20mA or 4-20mA)
- Approvals according to MEPC.107(49)
- Power supply 115/230 VAC or 24V AC/DC
- Measuring cell with wireless communication, easy to replace
- Automatic fresh water flushing
- User interface LCD display and keypad
- Data retrieval via LCD display or USB port
- Supplied complete with 3-way flushing valve, piping set, connectors
