Installation and Mounting for the Hydro-Probe Orbiter Microwave Sensor
For installations in static pan mixers, the head unit of the Hydro-Probe Orbiter is mounted onto the mixer arm which rotates through the mix. For this type of mounting Hydronix recommends that our rotating connector is used. Installations in rotating pan mixers require the sensor to be fitted to a securing bar inside the mixer. Other installation options include positioning the sensor above a conveyor belt or underneath a bin or silo. Moisture measurements are then taken as the material flows around the sensor head.
Sensor arms are available from Hydronix in several lengths to accommodate different mixers and applications. These include, 560mm, 700mm, 1200mm and 1420mm. The length refers to the overall length of the sensor when the Sensing Arm is connected to the Head Unit. For most applications including mixers it is recommended that the Sensing Arm is mounted 50mm from the floor.
The examples below show diagrams of typical mounting for the moisture sensor. Some examples also have application pictures with them. Please note these will open in a new browser window. Full details regarding installation and calibration can be found in the User Guide
Static Pan Mixers
For static pan mixers, the Hydro-Probe Orbiter is easily mounted onto a vertical 25mm (1 inch) square mild steel bar which is welded to the rotating scraper blade arm.
View a typical turbo mixer installation
View a typical planetary mixer installation
Bins or Silos
An additional mounting option for the Hydro-Probe Orbiter is in the flow of material underneath a bin.
Rotating Pan Mixers
Where possible it is recommended that the Head Unit is mounted above the mixer lid and the Sensing Arm is secured by a bracket attached to the mixer lid.
View a typical rotating pan mixer installation
Conveyors
A Hydro-Probe Orbiter may also be positioned in the flow of material on a conveyor belt or chute
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