ABB AX410, AX411, AX416, AX450 and AX455 Single and dual input analyzers
AX410. AX411. AX416. AX450 and AX455
Single and dual input analyzers
for low level conductivity
The AX400 series
The AX400 analyzers incorporate the latest technology to
provide highly reliable, flexible, feature-packed devices that
satisfy a diverse range of process monitoring and control
applications. The complete range encompasses solutions for
pH/Redox (ORP), conductivity and dissolved oxygen.
Models AX41x and AX45x enable continuous measurements
of one or two low-level conductivity points with simultaneous
local display and retransmission. The analyzers are used with
ABB 2-electrode conductivity cells providing measurements
with exceptional accuracy and performance.
Model AX45x analyzers are dedicated to United States
Pharmacopoeia <645>.
AX400 Series analyzers are available for either wall-/pipe- or
panel-mounting and are rated to IP65.
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High functionality as standard
All versions are supplied with two fully-isolated current
outputs as standard, that can be assigned to the measured
parameter, the sample temperature or any appropriate
calculated variables.
Three programmable relay set points are available that can
also be assigned as required.
Innovative features such as a power saving display and a
diagnostic current output option all contribute to low cost of
ownership
Plug-and-produce expanded control
An advanced function card provides an additional two current
outputs and two further alarm relays that can be assigned to
either measured values or sample temperature.
ABB plug-and-produce software automatically reconfigures
the analyzer if an option board is added later. No user
programming is necessary.
A real-time clock and logbook are also included, making the
full-facility versions extremely powerful and versatile.
Significantly reduced
maintenance costs
The AX400 analyzers are supplied as standard for 85 to
265 V AC operation. There are no inner switches to set.
They can also be provided for 24 V AC or 12 to 30 V DC supply
and recognize automatically which of the two supplies is
being used. 24 V DC operation reduces maintenance costs
significantly by negating the need for costly, yearly safety
tests to ensure compliance with safety procedures.
Energy saving display
The backlit display has been designed to operate in all types
of environments and shows both the measured parameter(s)
and, on a separate 16-character display line, diagnostic and
computed information.
On dual-input analyzers both measured parameters are
displayed simultaneously.
For conservation of energy, the backlight can be set to switch
off automatically after 60 s of inactivity.
Easy access installation terminals
Easy access to the terminations ensures rapid and cost
effective installation. The wall-/pipe-mount version has been
designed to ensure that cable connection is simple and
convenient. Ingress protection of the electronics section is
retained even when the terminal compartment is opened.
Single and dual input analyzers
Both single and dual-input analyzers provide accurate
measurement of low-level conductivity and can be configured
for ranges in µS cm–1. µS m–1. mS cm–1 and mS m–1.
Alternatively, the instrument can be set up for resistivity in
MW-cm, total dissolved solids and salinity.
In addition, the dual-input analyzer calculates, displays and
transmits:
• Ratio of cell 1 / cell 2
• Difference cell 1 – cell 2
• % Passage (cell 1 / cell 2) x 100
• % Rejection (1 – [cell 1 / cell 2]) x 100
• Inferred pH
These facilities are invaluable tools for demineralization and
reverse osmosis and a host of industrial processes.
Easy access installation terminals
Easy access to the terminations ensures rapid and cost
effective installation. The wall-/pipe-mount version has been
designed to ensure that cable connection is simple and
convenient. Ingress protection of the electronics section is
retained even when the terminal compartment is opened.
Cation conductivity and
inferred pH measurement
In low conductivity, ammoniated boiler waters, the AX411
analyzer can calculate an inferred pH measurement from the
conductivity and a preset ammonia concentration. With this
method, one AX411 provides cation conductivity, a direct
output of pH, reduced cost and none of the maintenance
associated with pH electrodes.
Self-monitoring of the validity of the pH measurement is
achieved by checking that an after-cation conductivity value
is sufficiently low. This measurement is provided by the
second input of the AX411 analyzer. Alarm contacts can be
configured for cation conductivity, invalid pH and exhausted
resin
AX410 integral P, PI and PID control
The single input AX410 analyzers incorporate three-term PID
Control offering three modes of sophisticated control:
analog, pulse length (time proportional) and pulse frequency.
These are supplied as standard and can be operated in direct-
or reverse-acting mode, depending upon the application.
Comprehensive temperature
compensations
AX41x and AX45x conductivity analyzers provide true
temperature compensation for all high-purity water
applications:
• Raw (uncompensated) conductivity– USP<645> water for injection and purified water
• NaCl– General monitoring– Mixed-bed exchanger– Final polisher effluent– Cation exchanger inlet– Anion exchanger effluent– Reverse osmosis
• HCl– Cation exchanger outlet– Degassed cation conductivity– Semiconductor rinse and reclaim water
• NH3– Ammonia-treated make-up and boiler feed water– Condenser sampling applications– Hot well sampling applications– Before-cation column applications– Inferred pH in ammonia-dosed waters
• Ultra Pure Water (UPW) – Temperature effect of pure water only
• Linear– Manual entry of temperature coefficient
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‘Trim’ calibration
All ABB sensors are supplied pre-calibrated to exacting
tolerances. This enables installation without the need for any
further adjustment. The construction is robust and provides
highly stable measurements over the sensor’s lifetime.
The single-point calibration facility enables local adjustment
where on-site validation is required
Combined conductivity and pH
The AX416 version measures conductivity and pH with the
same analyzer. The option board provides the capability to
retransmit pH, conductivity and both sample temperatures.
Five programmable alarms can be assigned to suit the needs
of the application, enabling even the most demanding
requirements to be met
Dual input measurement for
critical duties
The AX400 enables two continuous measurements with
simultaneous local display and retransmission. This capability
provides an on-line validation of the process measurement.
Making two simultaneous measurements and configuring
one of the set points as a difference alarm provides
continuous on-line checking and early warning of an invalid
measurement.
AX41x configurable current outputs
The analyzer’s current outputs are fully galvanically isolated
and configurable as 4 to 20 mA, 0 to 20 mA or 0 to 10 mA. In
addition, AX400 conductivity analyzers offer the user a choice
in how the current output is configured:
• Linear
• 2-decade logarithmic
• 3-decade logarithmic
• Bi-linear with configurable break-point
• User-configurable between 0.1 and 100 % of total span
Bi-linear and logarithmic ranges effectively provide a split
output facility. General monitoring is covered with the lower
range while still supplying excellent discrimination during
high level excursions, such as during an alarm state
AX450 and AX455 USP <645> conductivity
AX450 and AX455 analyzers have been developed specifically
with the guidance of major leading pharmaceutical
manufacturers to produce a system fully compliant to
USP<645>.
The US Pharmacopoeia has replaced the off-line qualitative
test of water impurities, such as chloride, with a composite
in-line Stage 1 Test based on conductivity.
Certification
To conform to USP<645> the accuracies of the instrument
display and the sensor’s cell constant are assured below
specified limits. Each AX450 or AX455 analyzer and model
2278 cell is supplied with a traceable test certificate.
Revalidation facility
ABB provides a revalidation facility for the 2278 conductivity
cell where the cell can be returned periodically for re
certification of the cell constant. This quick turnaround
facility fulfills the stringent certification requirements of
today’s pharmaceutical industry.
Recording USP<645>
Two standard current outputs, or four (optional), enable both
conductivity and temperature to be recorded externally as a
permanent record of compliance
Automatic stage 1 test
Maximum acceptable impurity levels are expressed by
USP<645> as uncompensated conductivity at 5 °C (9 °F)
increments. The Stage 1 test of PW and WFI requires both
parameters to be checked against the set limits.
The Stage 1 conductivity / temperature limits are stored
within the AX45X analyzer and can be activated on a limit
alarm contact. The alarm can be configured to initiate at a
safe working distance from the Stage 1 limit. This enables
assurance of operation to Stage 1 without manual
intervention
Display
Type
Dual 5-digit, 7-segment backlit LCD
Information
16-character, single line dot-matrix
Energy-saving function
Backlit LCD configurable as ON or Auto-Off after 60 s
Logbook*
Electronic record of major process events
and calibration data
Real-time clock*
Records time for logbook and auto-manual functions
Relay outputs – on/off
Number of relays
Three supplied as standard or five
with option board fitted
Number of set points
Three supplied as standard or five
with option board fitted
Set point adjustment
Configurable as normal or failsafe high / low
or diagnostic alert
Hysteresis of reading
Programmable 0 to 5 % in 0.1 % increments
Delay
Programmable 0 to 60 s in 1 s intervals
Relay contacts
Single-pole changeover
Rating 5 A, 115 / 230 V AC, 5 A DC
Insulation
2 kV RMS contacts to earth / ground
Analog outputs
Number of current outputs (fully isolated)
Two supplied as standard or four with option board fitted
Output range
• 0 to 10. 0 to 20 or 4 to 20 mA
• Analog output programmable to any value between
0 and 22 mA to indicate system failure
Accuracy
±0.25 % FSD, ±0.5 % of reading (whichever is the greater)
Resolution
0.1 % at 10 mA , 0.05 % at 20 mA
Maximum load resistance
750Ω at 20 mA
Configuration
Can be assigned to either measured variable or
either sample temperature
Digital communications
Communications
Profibus DP (with option board fitted)
Control function – AX410 only
Controller type
P, PI, PID (configurable)
Control outputs
Analog
Current output control (0 to 100 %)
Time proportioning cycle time
1.0 to 300.0 s, programmable in increments of 0.1 s
Pulse frequency
1 to 120 pulses per minute, programmable in increments
of 1 pulse per minute
Controller action
Direct or reverse
Proportional band
0.1 to 999.9 %, programmable in increments of 0.1 %
Integral action time (Integral reset)
1 to 7200 s, programmable in increments of 1 s (0 = Off)
Derivative
0.1 to 999.9 s in increments of 0.1 s – only available for
single set point control
Auto / Manual
User-programmable
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Access to functions
Direct keypad access
• Measurement, maintenance, configuration,
diagnostics or service functions
• Performed without external equipment
or internal jumpers
Sensor cleaning function – AX416 only
Configurable cleaning action relay contact
• Continuous
• Pulse in 1 s on and off times
Frequency
5 minutes to 24 hours, programmable in 15 minute
increments up to 1 hour then in 1 hour increments
for 1 to 24 hours
Duration
15 s to 10 minutes, programmable in 15 s increments up to
1 minute then in 1 minute increments up to 10 minutes
Recovery period
30 s to 5 minutes, programmable in 30 s increments
Mechanical data
Wall- / Pipe-mount versions
• IP65 (not evaluated under UL certification)
• Dimensions 192 mm high x 230 mm wide x 94 mm deep
(7.56 in. high x 9.06 in. wide x 3.7 in. deep)
• Weight 1 kg (2.2 lb.)
Panel-mount versions
• IP65 (front only)
• Dimensions 96 mm x 96 mm x 162 mm deep
(3.78 in. x 3.78 in. x 6.38 in. deep)
• Weight 0.6 kg (1.32 lb.)
Cable entry types
Standard
5 or 7 x M20 cable glands
North American 7 x knockouts suitable
for 1/2 in. Hubble gland
Power supply
Voltage requirements
• 100 to 240 V AC, 50 / 60 Hz (90 V min. to 264 V max. AC)
• 12 to 30 V DC
Power consumption
10 W
Insulation
Mains to earth (line to ground) 2 kV RMS
Environmental data
Operating temperature limits–20 to 55 °C (–4 to 131 °F)
Storage temperature limits–25 to 75 °C (–13 to 167 °F)
Operating humidity limits
Up to 95 %RH non condensing
EMC
Emissions and immunity
Meets requirements of:
• EN61326 (for an industrial environment)
• EN50081-2
• EN50082-2
Approvals, certification and safety
Safety approval
UL
CE mark
Covers EMC & LV Directives
(including latest version EN 61010)
General safety
• EN61010-1
• Overvoltage Class II on inputs and outputs
• Pollution category 2
Languages
Languages configurable:
• English
• French
• German
• Italian
• Spanish