The AS01S3 features a hygienic VARIVENT® Type N connection and a flat surface in contact with the liquid, giving it high resistance to chemical treatments. It is designed for real-time biofilm detection in applications where hygiene standards are critical, such as food and beverage production.

Key specifications

• Connection to process: VARIVENT® Type N (for pipes DN 40 to DN 150)
• Materials in contact with process: Stainless Steel (working electrode, VARIVENT connector), coated Titanium (counter electrode), PEEK, EPDM O-ring
• Sensitivity: detects the first bacterial layer
• Operating temperature: -10 to +150°C (biofilm growth monitoring: +2 to +40°C)
• Oxygen: greater than 1 ppm
• Pressure: below 10 bar
• Conductivity: greater than 30 µS/cm
• Power supply: 12/24V DC ±20%, 500 mA
• Data communication: 4-20 mA and RS485/MODBUS RTU
• Wiring: 6-wire cable, external diameter under 8mm

Suited to food production, mineral water bottling, soft drinks and other hygienic process applications.