All-in-One pH/ORP Sensor Series FU20 and FU24

The FU20 and FU24 all-in-one sensors show how Yokogawa applies the motto "Simple is best" to sensor technology. These sensors feature four separate elements (pH, reference, temperature, ORP) allowing for simultaneous measurement of pH and ORP is possible with one sensor in a rugged Ryton or PVDF (FU20) and Ryton (FU24). The integral or variopin cable comes number-coded cable along with the integral NPT threads on the sensor makes installation convenient. The Quick Release Adapters for the FU20 allow easy removal of the sensor for cleaning and calibration.

Which sensor is right for you?

There are now SIX different wide-body sensor designs available to choose from. 

Please use the charts below to help guide you in the proper selection of which version is best for your application.

FU20, FU24 and PH21 sensor selection guide

 

Details

  • Available as analog and digital SMART sensors (SENCOM)
  • Solid Platinum ORP/LE electrode for accurate simultaneous pH and ORP measurements.
  • Integral Pt1000 element for accurate temperature measurements and enhanced pH accuracy
  • Double junction and long diffusional path for reference pollution/poisoning resistance
  • Saturated Ag/AgCl reference system with double junction combined with polymerized saturated KCl and ion-trap prolong the life of the reference probe even in chemically unfavorable environments.
  • Extended life time by large volume of polymerized electrolyte and porous PTFE diaphragm
  • Cation Differential reference system available in the FU20 for elongated life
  • Variopin connector or integrated cable options
  • Simple maintenance by comprehensive design
  • Versatile Direct in-line, immersion, off-line installation (flow fitting) and retractable Hot-tap (available with use of the FU20 only)
  • Quick-Release adapter available for the FU20
  • Calibration certificate delivered with each sensor
  • Patented automatic pressure compensation in the FU24
  • Available in two versions, a robust dome shape model for applications with a limited amount of solids, and a flat surface model for applications in which solids are a considerable component

The FU20 combination sensor shows how Yokogawa applies the motto "Simply the best" to sensor technology. The wide body sensors (26 mm diameter) hold four separate elements in one unbreakable PPS40GF (RytonTM) or PVDF body. Installation is simple with the integrated industrial 3/4" tapered thread. The large volume gelled electrolyte and the double junction reference system slows down depletion and poisoning therefore extending the lifetime. The system is targeted at those applications where simplicity will result in accurate and reliable pH- or redox measurements. This means that in 90% of the know applications this sensor will be an excellent choice.

The FU24 is an all-on-one pH and ORP sensor made with a chemical resistant PPS 40GF body for harsh pH applications. It is particularly useful in applications with fluctuating pressure and/or temperature. These processes shorten sensor life because the process fluids move in and out of the sensor under influence of frequent pressure and/or temperature fluctuations. This results in fast desalting and dilution of the reference electrolyte which in turn changes the reference voltage causing a drifting pH measurement.

By integrating the successful Yokogawa patented Bellow design concept within the FU24 electrode, a strong pressure compensation mechanism is created. The built-in bellow ensures immediate interior pressure equalization to the outside pressure, making the sensor virtually insensitive to external pressure variations. A slight overpressure caused by the bellow tension, prevents fluid ingress and maintains a positive ion flow out of the sensor.

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Yokogawa & Nouryon Co-Innovation Leads to New pH-Analyzer
 
 

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Where and why are the pH Measurements important in a brewery? No one wants a skunky beer. pH measurements in the wort, during mashing/souring the malt, and in the yeast enzymes are critical.
 

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There are many points in the processing of edible fats and oils that benefit from the use of analytical measurements. Inductive conductivity, contacting conductivity, gas density, and pH can be utilized to increase the quality of the end product, as well as protecting expensive processes.

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Dairy wastewater is a mixture of organic compounds, suspended solids, fats, and bacteria that can produce a film or coating on equipment in the process. 

Application Note
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For control of batch neutralization, a pH measurement coupled with a timer-controlled chemical feed scheme provides very satisfactory results.

This system can be adapted for either acid waste or alkaline waste neutralization.

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Having too much oxygen in the process is not a problem for the biological system; however the cost for generating the oxygen is one of the largest expenses. By obtaining a good representative average of the dissolved oxygen present in the basin could save the plant large amounts of money. For this reason multiple measurements points are sometimes put into place.

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After extraction from sugar cane or sugar beets, the juice must be purified to remove the many other organics and minerals that accompany it. The processing to accomplish this is heavily dependent on reliable pH measurement and control as illustrated. 

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Process liquid analyzers such as pH meters, conductivity meters, ORP meters, and density meters play an important role at electrolysis plants in the control of concentrations of various process solutions. This requires both precision and stability under harsh conditions that include highly corrosive substances, high temperatures, and many impurities.

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Most zinc are produced at hydrometallurgically, where a high-grade zinc product can be obtained and valuable metals mixed in the raw material can be recovered. In the hydrometallurgy, the raw material of zinc concentrate is roasted and then dissolved in sulfuric acid to remove impurities. The process called leaching and pH control of the leachate is important.

Industry:Chemical, Power

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Cyanide-bearing wastewater from mining and electroplating facilities and certain types of chemical plants is toxic and must be treated by oxidation with chlorine or chloride to bring the cyanide concentration within regulatory limits.

Industry:Electrical and Electronics

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Wastewater from electroplating facilities and certain types of chemical plants contains toxic forms of hexavalent chromium such as chromate and dichromate. The hexavalent chromium in this wastewater must be reduced before the water can be discharged. This requires a two-step process: hexavalent chromium (CR6) is reduced to trivalent chromium (CR3); and CR3 is precipitated as chromium hydroxide.

Industry:Electrical and Electronics

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Removal of free oil and grease from a wastewater stream reduces the potential for equipment problems downstream. Three forms of oil are encountered in wastewater treatment at a refinery: Free Oil, Emulsified Oil, Dissolved Oil.

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Power plant boiler houses designed to burn coal or high sulfur oil are required by Federal and State pollution regulations to "scrub" (remove) sulfur dioxide from flue gasses to meet emission limits. SO2 in flue gasses is known to be harmful to the environment, as it is one contributor to the formation of acid rain. pH control is critical for the proper functioning of the scrubber system.

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The treatment of wastewater from pulp and paper plants is a serious environmental concern. Yokogawa's submersion holder with an ultrasonic+air-jet cleaner (customized product) can reduce the manual cleaning frequency to just once every one or two months.

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Fish are totally dependent upon water to breathe, feed, grow, maintain a salt balance, and reproduce. Water quality determines the success or failure of an aquaculture operation.

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Many Ethanol plants running today are using a combination style pH electrode with a non-flowing reference to measure pH in the Mash Slurry transfer line from the Mash slurry mix tank to cook. The Mash is being pumped out of the Mash Slurry tank is at approximately 180 °F and 40 to 60 psig.

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Optimizing four key factors will decrease pH sensor costs and optimize process control and overall plant efficiency.

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Current trend for increasing mercury awareness throughout the public sector has caused the government to take action. Recently, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has focused their efforts on controlling mercury levels produced in various coal fired power plants. Based on information from several case studies, the EPA developed the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards to cut back mercury emissions. The most popular technology utilized by coal plants to meet the new standards is a scrubber which cleans the off gas from the combustion process. ORP sensors can further monitor the effluent from these scrubbers to ensure optimal mercury emission levels are achieved. By closely monitoring the mercury concentrations in the effluent, plant managers will be able to easily confirm their plants are meeting the EPA's standards.

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No, this is not possible both platforms have different Modbus registries.
SA stands for SENCOM Adapter (Model SA11); it is a product platform succeeding the first SENCOM generation of products from Yokogawa. The SENCOM Smart Adapter uses the digitalization embedded but in a detachable and reusable format. This product is p...
Why is pH Calibration important? How to clean pH glass? Which pH buffers should I use?  How fresh should pH buffer solution be?  How long between calibrations?
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Why is pH Calibration important? How to clean pH glass? Which pH buffers should I use?  How fresh should pH buffer solution be?  How long between calibrations?

The PH21 does not have a liquid Earth, hence does not measure ORP. When using a FU20 or FU24 ORP/REDOX will be measured, but will not show up in the display. Error messages can be configured for ORP and will give warnings. ...
This sensor is specifically designed to be used in water- and wastewater treatment applications. The specifications of the PH21 are lower than that of the FU20. For example, the PH21 can be used up to 60°C (140°F) and the FU20 105°C (221&...
In the model code, there is a suffix code -VS, which will include than the ID chip.
The WU11 cables are used between the BA11 and the FLXA402. WE10 is used between the FU20-VS / PH21-VS and FU24-VS and the SA11. ...
Technically it is possible that when connecting a sensor to a powered adapter that one of the pins on the VP connector connects sooner than others. The first step is to separate the sensor and adapter and put them back together again. If that does no...
Yes, the PR10 is designed to work with either the first generation of SENCOM sensors (FU20F or SC25F) or with the SA11 and FU20-VS sensors. ...
An Error 2 means that the calculated asymmetry potential is outside the acceptable range. The Asymmetry Potential (AS), also referred to as the millivolt offset, is an indication of the condition of the reference electrode. Theoretically when the ele...
The short answer to this question is NO. But, there is a long answer that will give you another option. Yokogawa has created a Submersible Sensor Kit (part number M1289XT) for the FU20 pH sensors - M1289XU for the FU24 sensor). It is also known as ...
The FF20 flow through holder for PH can be ordered using the "pH Selection Guide Matrix" so that an entire system can be ordered with one line item. This does not work if you want a FF20 with an FU20 sensor. The Matrix does not contain the ...

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The FU24 is an all-on-one pH and ORP sensor made with a chemical resistant PPS 40GF body for harsh pH applications. It is particularly useful in applications with fluctuating pressure and/or temperature. These processes shorten sensor life because the process fluids move in and out of the sensor under influence of frequent pressure and/or temperature fluctuations. This results in fast desalting and dilution of the reference electrolyte which in turn changes the reference voltage causing a drifting pH measurement.

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  • Understanding the purpose for each piece of equipment in a high purity treatment process flow
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Proper pretreatment is critical for minimizing problems and reducing the need for chemical cleaning. This webinar will teach you the most common pretreatment technologies and why it is important to monitor and maintain them. Join us to learn:

  • Why pretreatment is important
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  • What to monitor and why
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Each of the previous webinars covered the basics and the monitoring requirements for a high purity water treatment system that included a Reverse Osmosis (RO) treatment step. In this final webinar, we cover the problems that poor RO unit performance can produce in downstream process steps and in the end use water. The webinar series started with topics concerning raw water contaminants and will end with following contaminants through the RO membrane and into downstream treatment steps including Electrodeionization (EDI), mixed-bed ion exchange, 185 nm and 254 nm UV, ozone and more. Join us and learn:

  • What and why certain measurement parameters should be monitored
  • When to "raise the alarm" when issues arise
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  • Overview of Reverse Osmosis Processes
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