Leakwise ID-223ET Ethanol Concentration Sensor

'World's First Continuous Field Ethanol Leak Detector and Concentration Monitoring'

Detect the presence of Ethanol in Water or Traditional Fuel/Ethanol Mixes with the Unique Leakwise ID-223ET

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Leakwise’s unique ID-223ET sensors detect the presence of
Ethanol in water or of Gasoline-Ethanol mixtures spilled into
clean water, in a wide range of potential spill locations. This
proven technology is also effective in detecting leaks within dry sumps. In addition, these sensors monitor the build-up of
detected Ethanol concentration and provide leak trend.

Early spill detection and monitoring for:

  • Above-ground Ethanol or Gasoline-Ethanol mixtures storage tanks
  • Oil/water separators and treatment plants
  • Stormwater run-off at Ethanol manufacturing / loading areas
  • Wastewater sewer systems at Ethanol manufacturing / loading areas

The sensor can be installed in sumps, canals, retention ponds etc. In addition, the ID-223ET monitors wastewater treatment plant discharge to ensure regulatory compliance and has an early warning system to alert plant operators of any upsets in the treatment process.

These sensors can monitor leaks of additional soluble hydrocarbons, such as Methanol.
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ID-223 DESCRIPTION

A Leakwise system consists of a controller and one or more sensors. The ID-223ET sensor can be added to an existing Leakwise oil on water control system to enhance it’s capabilities. The ID-223ET sensor has a high-frequency transmitter mounted on a float built in a guiding cage.  The ID-223ET is controlled by the analogue PS-220 Controller, which has two field-adjustable alarm points:

  • Low oil alarm – Detection of a first predefined low Ethanol concentration
  • High oil alarm – Detection of a second predefined high Ethanol concentration, or detection of a dry sump situation in specific
    applications.

The ID-223ET can detect Ethanol concentration in water from 10% to 100% (by volume) reliably, repeatedly and without false alarms. It monitors online changes in Ethanol concentration and reports it through a 4-20 mA analogue output signal from the controller. Controller relays are used for local and remote alarms and control. Continuous built-in diagnostics monitor sensor operation. An alternative SLC-220 digital controller handles up to four sensors in the same way. A stilling tube (available as an optional accessory) is recommended for ID-223 installations where lateral water velocity exceeds 30 cm/sec (11.8 in/sec) or where the water is turbulent.

Leakwise ID-223ET has three models to cover different maximum water fluctuation levels:

  • ID-223ET/500 – up to 500 mm (19.7 in) as standard; specific adaptations are possible
  • ID-223ET/2000 – up to 2,000 mm (6.6 ft.) as standard, or up to 5,000 mm (16.4 ft.) on request
  • ID-223ET/2500 – up to 2,500 mm (8.2 ft.) as standard, or up to 5,500 mm (18 ft.) on request
 

ETHANOL IN WATER – THE LEAKWISE SOLUTION

Ethanol’s water solubility poses a challenge for detection, thus its difficult to detected by traditional optical or electrochemical leak sensors. For fuel blending purposes, ethanol is stored in large tanks. Compliance with environmental regulations and good operational practise necessitates the monitoring of ethanol storage tanks to prevent and detect leaks. Leakwise has developed its innovative sensor, the first of its kind, capable of detecting and quantifying ethanol concentration in water, with adaptibility for other alcohols post-calibration. This sensor utilises Leakwises’ proprietary High-Frequency Electromagnetic Energy Absorption technology. Rigorous testing conducted by an independent research institute has validated the sensor’s performance. The sensor has gained ATEX certification, affirming its intrinsic safety in explosive atmospheres.