Infrared Moisture gauge MG-03 is a back scatter gauge in which pulses of infrared light at chosen wavelengths are focussed on to the material and diffusely scattered light is then collected and fed to an infrared detector. Here the sensor unit is separated from microcomputer based electronic unit to facilitate mounting on top of a conveyor for on-line moisture measurement in powdered or granular type of materials.
Many food materials, especially if made-p of fine particles is well represented by its surface layer .
For successful on-line near infrared moisture measurement, the material must be of powder, crystalline, fibrous or flaky form, although pelletized or bulky products of a wide range of particle sizes are amenable to this method providing their surface is representative of the material as a whole.
CEERI, Chennai has conducted investigations successfully with tea powders and wheat flour and biscuits and some food additives.
Useful in measuring surface moisture of bulk materials like tea bagasse, chemicals,powders, etc
Non-contact, non-destructive technique
Quick measurement of moisture
Adaptable for on-line use
Ideally suited for industrial and agricultural materials
Helps in less wastage/recycling
Savings in raw material and energy
Important in quality of the end product
Helps in saving energy usage
This is a stand alone moisture gauge that uses the principle of selective absorption of infrared radiation by water molecules. Reflection or otherwise known as backscatter type infrared moisture sensor is suitable for measuring surface moisture in bulk materials like tea, bagasse, chemicals, processed foods and other industrials raw materials.
Non-contact, Non-destructive continuous measurement
Built-in Z-80 Microprocessor based electronic unit for digital processing
Flexibility in software programming
Self calibrating feature with three known reference samples for multiple grades/products
Non-volatile RAM memory for semi-permanent storage of calibration data
Sampling area |
3 sq.cm |
MoistureRange |
0 -30% |
Accuracy |
Within 0.2% or 2% of reading whichever is higher |
Display resolution |
0.1% |
Calibrations |
Prestored calibration for multiple products/grades |
Power supply |
230V, 50Hz |
Optional |
RS-232C Interface |