Conductivity Measurement in Sulfuric Acid Manufacturing
Effective measurement of the contact process
Superior Corrosion Resistance
Electrical conductivity is the most cost-effective technique for measuring oleum and sulfuric acid purity, which are critical parameters used to control process conditions and safeguard the process equipment in sulfuric acid manufacturing. The purity of the oleum is controlled by measuring its acid concentration with a conductivity sensor and adjusting the oleum tower recycle ratio. Similarly, the purity of the sulfuric acid is controlled by measuring its acid concentration with a conductivity sensor and adjusting the sulfuric acid tower recycle ratio. Traditional contacting conductivity sensors are a poor choice for this application because their metal electrodes are corroded by the sulfuric acid. Instead, an ideal choice for most sulfuric acid manufacturing applications is the Rosemount™ 228 Toroidal Conductivity Sensor as this sensor has no metal wetted parts and is available in a chemically resistant Tefzel™ body that is designed to withstand the corrosive sulfuric acid.
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Product Solutions
The Rosemount 228 Toroidal Conductivity Sensor reliably measures conductivity in highly conductive electrolyte solutions up to 2 S/cm (2,000,000 µS/cm). These conductivity sensors work in dirty and corrosive applications where metal electrode sensors would otherwise fail. A robust sensor design makes the Rosemount 228 conductivity sensor ideal for measuring concentrations of acid, base and salt solutions.
- Meet challenging application requirements with a selection of chemical resistant body options including PEEK and Tefzel
- High vibration tolerance with reinforced internal metal frame design
- High temperature option for process temperatures up to 200 °C (392 °F) and suitable for use under high pressure up to 295 psig (2135 kPa [abs])
Process Connection
-20: 5/8 in. -11 UNC, -21: 3/4 in. MNPT
Valve Type
Recommended Valve: 1-1/2 in. full port ball valve
Materials of Construction
Wetted Materials:
Body Materials either glass-filled PEEK, glass-filled Tefzel™ or unfilled Tefzel; Option -20: EPDM gasket
Body Materials either glass-filled PEEK, glass-filled Tefzel™ or unfilled Tefzel; Option -20: EPDM gasket
The Rosemount 56 Dual Channel Transmitter is a line powered device that can accept inputs from pH/ORP sensors, ion selective electrode (ISE) sensors, flow, current, conductivity (contacting and toroidal) sensors, turbidity sensors, dissolved oxygen sensors, chlorine sensors and ozone sensors.
- Retrieve calibration and measurement information by accessing the data logger via USB
- Design efficient processes by utilizing the built-in PID controller
- At a glance view of pertinent information provided by the large customizable display
Certifications/Approvals
FM: Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, & D • Class Il & lll, Division 2, Groups E, F,&G • T4
Weight
Rounded up to nearest lb or nearest 0.5 kg: 3 lbs/4 lbs (1.5 kg/2.0 kg)
Measurement Range
pH sensor: 0 to 14 pH
ORP Sensor: -1500 to +1500 mV
ORP Sensor: -1500 to +1500 mV
The Rosemount 5081 Explosion-Proof Transmitter is a single channel loop powered device that can accept input from a variety of liquid analysis sensors including: pH/ORP sensors, conductivity sensors (contacting and toroidal) and amperometric sensors (dissolved oxygen, chlorine and ozone). The transmitter features a rugged, weatherproof, corrosion-resistant enclosure to withstand harsh environments.
- Robust explosion-proof design constructed with heavy duty cast aluminum
- Faster installation using Quick Start programming
- Intrinsically safe, non-incendive, and explosion-proof hazardous area location approvals
Measurement Range
Varies by sensor type. See Product Data Sheet for details.
Operating Temperature
-4 - 149 °F (-20 - 65 °C)
Power Supply
Minimum power supply voltage is 12 Vdc. Maximum power supply voltage is 42.4 Vdc (30 Vdc for intrinsically safe operation). Power supply voltage should cover the voltage drop on the cable plus the external load resistor required for HART® communications (250 Ω minimum).
