PAITOC TOC-Analyzer

TOC-Monitor PAITOC

Organic compounds play a predominant role as pollutants in aquatic systems. They affect biochemical processes, nutrient cycles, biological availability and others. Organic matter is usually measured as the Total Organic Carbon (TOC).

The PAITOC is a versatile automatic analyser to measure the TOC-concentration in waste waters, cooling waters and potable water.

Measuring principle

The PAITOC uses the well-established persulfate-digestion to convert organic material into CO₂ that is measured by a NDIR-detector.

At first the inorganic carbon (TIC) is removed from the sample by purging after acidification. Then the sample is transferred into the UV-reactor and Sodium Persulfate is dosed.

For a user-adjustable time the mixture is exposed to intensive UV-radiation. The radical-driven digestion of organic compounds yields CO₂ that is stripped off the mixture and transferred in the NDIR-detector.

The batch process takes about 10 minutes for most applications. The measurement interval is user-adjustable.

Layout

Electronics and hydraulic components are installed in separate compartments.  The electronics cabinet is made of powder coated steel with IP65 protection. The lower compartment is made of fiberglass-reinforced unsaturated polyester (IP44).

Handling

General control, Parameter setting and the visualisation of measurement results, error messages as well as maintenance requests are displayed on 7“-touch panel (Human Machine Interface “HMI”. All menus are password protected to prevent unauthorized intervention. The screen displays measurement results numerically as well as graphically. For multiple channel instruments the values are displayed for each channel separately.

Memories

Results, alarms and maintenance messages are stored in separate memories on a SD-card installed in the panel.

High Reliability

By using only high-quality components we are able to deliver a very robust instrument with an excellent reliability. Down time for maintenance is just a few hours per year only.

All parts are easily accessible and are replaced in a few minutes. The user himself can do all maintenance work. Down times of the instrument are minimized!

Automatic self-cleaning

The PAITOC is fitted with an automatic cleaning system that keeps the instrument clean.

Low cost of ownership

During operation the Ammonium-Analyser AMX only needs diluted sodium hydroxide to make the sample alkaline. Obviously the amount of NaOH consumed depends on the average pH of the sample and the measurement interval.

The ion exchangers in the ultra-pure water circuit have a life time of several months. The consumption of ion exchange resin is about 1 litre/year.

Maintenance

Any maintenance can be performed by the operator.

Required reagents are:

1M Sodium Peroxydisulfate 1.5ml/measurement and

5% Nitric acid 1.5ml/measurement.

The operating cost per measurement are approx. 10ct.

Outputs

A maximum of 8 analog outputs (4 to 20mA) are available for concentration. Relay outputs are switched in case of a system fault or when maintenance is required.

Automatic calibration and validation (option)

To reduce costs for maintenance an automatic calibration / validation option is available. If the new calibration or validation data don´t meet user-adjustable specifications an alarm is triggered.

Multiplexer for several sample lines (option)

Dependent on the application it is possible to measure more than one sample stream with one instrument by using a multiplexer. Up to 8 streams can be monitored by one instrument.

Digital in- and outputs (option)

In addition to the standard digital outputs for system fault and maintenance request in- and outputs can be installed for special demands like remote start/stop etc. 

Sample pre-treatment

For waste water applications a filtration may be necessary.

The implemented automatic back flush system keeps the filterelement clean and ensures almost maintenance free operation.

The back flushing is either controlled by the analyser or by seperated controller.

All wetted parts are made of PVC and stainless steel.

Specification

• Measuring principle: NDIR after persulfate - UV-digestion
• Ranges (ppm): 0 – 100, 0 – 500, 0 – 1000, 0 – 5000, 0 – 10000  (others on request)
• Measuring interval: > 15 minutes, adjustable.
• Calibration: manual, automatic calibration or validation (option)
• Reproducibility: +/- 5% end of range.
• Drift: < 5% end of range in 72h without calibration @ 20°C
• Sample: Atmospheric, sample pump installed; 0 – 40°C
• Max. particles: 200µm
• Outlet: Atmospheric
• Reagents: Phosphoric acid (Nitric acid); Sodium persulfate
• Supply.: 85 - 264V AC, 45 - 65Hz, 100W
• Analog output: (0) 4-20mA, max. 8 galvanically separated
• Alarms: system fault, maintenance request, potential free, NC/NO
• Display: 7“-TFT
• Housing: 1000 x 500 x 340 mm (HxBxD), IP65 upper part with electronics, steel, powder coated, IP44 lower part, fiberglass-reinforced unsaturated polyester, window polycarbonate
• Fire protection corresponding to UL 94-V0
• Wight: Approx. 42kg
• Environmental conditions: 0 - 50°C, 95% rel. humidity not condensing.