ZR Handbook Rev2 PDF
ZR Handbook Rev2 PDF
TI 11M00A20-01E
Table of Contents
1. Introduction..................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
2. Theory...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
2.1 Why Measure O2?.....................................................................................................................................................................................5
2.2 Oxygen Measurement Principle and Theory.........................................................................................................................................6
2.3 Humidity Measurement Principle and Theory.......................................................................................................................................8
2.4 Units of Measure.......................................................................................................................................................................................8
2.4.1 Absolute Humidity.................................................................................................................................................................8
2.4.2 Relative Humidity..................................................................................................................................................................8
2.4.3 Dew Point...............................................................................................................................................................................9
2.4.4 Mixing Ratio...........................................................................................................................................................................9
2.4.5 Other Units.............................................................................................................................................................................9
2.4.6 Accuracy of the Humidity Analyzer.....................................................................................................................................9
2.5 Comparison and Advantage over Competitive O2 Principles..............................................................................................................9
2.5.1 Paramagnetic.........................................................................................................................................................................9
2.5.2 Electrochemical......................................................................................................................................................................10
2.5.3 Optical: Tunable Diode Laser Spectroscopy.......................................................................................................................10
4. Application Notes.........................................................................................................................................................................................................23
4.1 Boiler...........................................................................................................................................................................................................26
4.1.1 Package boiler........................................................................................................................................................................26
4.1.2 Power generation boiler (Heavy oil, Gas)...........................................................................................................................27
4.1.3 Pulverized coal boiler............................................................................................................................................................28
4.1.4 Black liquor recovery boiler..................................................................................................................................................29
4.2 Iron and Steel Furnaces............................................................................................................................................................................30
4.2.1 Iron & steel heating furnace................................................................................................................................................30
4.2.2 Hot blast stove (blast furnace facility)................................................................................................................................31
4.2.3 Coke oven facility...................................................................................................................................................................32
4.2.4 Soaking pit..............................................................................................................................................................................33
4.3 Ceramic, Brick, Glass & Cement Furnaces/ Kilns)..................................................................................................................................34
4.3.1 Rotary type lime kiln..............................................................................................................................................................34
4.3.2 Cement kiln (cyclone outlet gas).........................................................................................................................................35
4.4 Petroleum Refining and Petrochemical Fired Heaters.........................................................................................................................36
4.4.1 Naphtha cracking furnace....................................................................................................................................................37
4.4.2 Petroleum refinery process fired heater example............................................................................................................38
4.5 Garbage Incinerator..................................................................................................................................................................................39
4.6 Non-Combustion Applications.................................................................................................................................................................40
4.6.1 Oxygen enrichment facility..................................................................................................................................................40
4.6.2 Power generation boiler wind box......................................................................................................................................41
4.6.3 Aeration tank..........................................................................................................................................................................42
4.7 Difficult Measurement Applications........................................................................................................................................................43
4.7.1 Glass melting furnace (in-furnace gas)..............................................................................................................................43
4.7.2 Calcination furnace...............................................................................................................................................................44
4.7.3 Facilities with reducing gas atmospheres..........................................................................................................................44
5. Installation Guide........................................................................................................................................................................................................44
5.1 What is in an Installation Loop................................................................................................................................................................44
5.2 Zirconia Probe Installation.......................................................................................................................................................................44
5.2.1 Location..................................................................................................................................................................................44
5.2.2 Probe Insertion Hole.............................................................................................................................................................44
5.2.3 Installation of the Detector..................................................................................................................................................45
5.3 Installation of Accessories and Parts......................................................................................................................................................45
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5.3.1 Filters.......................................................................................................................................................................................45
5.3.2 Check Valve (Option Code “/CV”.........................................................................................................................................46
5.3.3 Probe Protector.....................................................................................................................................................................46
5.3.4 Calibration Units....................................................................................................................................................................47
5.4 Installation of the High Temp Tee (ZO21P/ZR22P)................................................................................................................................47
5.4.1 Probe Insertion Hole.............................................................................................................................................................47
5.4.2 Probe Adapter........................................................................................................................................................................47
5.5 Installation of the Analyzer (ZR402G/AV550G)......................................................................................................................................48
5.6 Installation of the Integral Zirconia Oxygen Analyzer (ZR202*).........................................................................................................48
5.7 Installation of the OX400..........................................................................................................................................................................48
5.8 Installation of the OX100/ OX102............................................................................................................................................................49
5.8.1 Installation of the Sensor.....................................................................................................................................................49
5.8.2 Installation of the Sampling Unit (K9424GA).....................................................................................................................49
6. Selection Guide............................................................................................................................................................................................................49
6.1 Oxygen analyzer selection flow chart.....................................................................................................................................................49
6.2 System configuration................................................................................................................................................................................52
6.2.1 ZR402G/ZR22 Direct In Situ Zirconia Oxygen.....................................................................................................................52
6.2.2 Selection According to Use...................................................................................................................................................53
6.2.3 Examples of System Component Selection Based on Sample Gas Conditions.............................................................57
6.3 Compatibility between old and existing models...................................................................................................................................60
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1. Introduction the moisture content; a type of humidity measurement
that is more commonly referred to as Absolute
Successful industrial product sales requires strong Humidity. It is important to note that moisture content
technical and application knowledge of the equipment in anything other than air, i.e. combustion exhaust gas,
involved as well as a comprehensive understating of cannot be measured.
the market ‘s competitive elements, such as features,
benefits and pricing. This handbook has been designed However, no matter the desired measurement some
as an ongoing sales tool, which will be updated common difficulties that you will face are:
and amended on a regular basis to help keep the sales
force abreast of new market developments based • A variety of established competitors
on process/application improvement as well as new • Conservative end-users who are reluctant to switch
product developments. from one supplier to another
• A growing number of government regulations
Oxygen concentration measurements are used in a
variety of applications including, energy conservation, 2. Theory
pollution reduction and process quality control and
accomplished using several different measurement Plant boilers are closed vessels in which water under
principals. Even Governmental regulations to control pressure is transformed into steam by the application
CO2 and NOx emissions, affect even small municipal, of heat. In the boiler furnace, the chemical energy in
private and commercial utility boilers and furnaces as the fuel is converted into heat, and it is the function of
they must be controlled or at least tested on a regular the boiler to transfer this heat to the water it contains
basis. However, Zirconia-based Oxygen Analyzers are in the most efficient manner possible. Most often the
most commonly used for combustion control, burner boiler is designed to generate high quality steam for
optimization and to increase the efficiency of boilers use throughout the plant. The fuel that is used for
and industrial heaters to achieve fuel conservation. heating the boiler may either be: Gaseous such as
Major end-users are found in the following industrial natural gas, cokes-oven gas/ blast furnace gas; Liquid,
fields: such as heavy/light fuel oil, jet oil, liquefied petroleum
gas, gasoline, nafta or chemical waste; or Solid such as
• Electrical Power Generation wood/bark, coal, brown coal, or peat.
• Chemical and Petrochemical
• Iron and Steel Manufacturing Perfect combustion occurs when the correct amounts
• Petroleum Refinery of fuel and oxygen are combined so that both are
• Pulp & Paper totally consumed, with no combustibles or uncombined
• Textiles oxygen remaining in the resulting flue gas. Under ideal
conditions, combustion-reaction obeys the following
There are still countries where extractive oxygen stoichiometric reaction equation:
analyzer systems are in use for combustion control
CxHy + aC + bCO + (x + ¼y + a + ½b) O2 → (a + b + x) CO2 + ½yH2O + ΔHeat
(paramagnetic, TDLS, thermo-magnetic, polarographic,
electrochemical, fuel-cell). These offer an excellent
However, fuel may contain impurities and additives to
sales opportunity since the advantages and benefits of
improve viscosity, therefore ideal combustion can only
zirconia analyzers over extractive methods are easily
be achieved if all of the following requirements are met
demonstrated. The following are some of the benefits
simultaneously:
and features of the Yokogawa Zirconia
Oxygen Analyzers:
• Consistent fuel composition at all times
• Pure oxygen in used instead of simple plant air
• Compact design for flexible low-cost installation
• Complete molecular mixing of oxygen and fuel, at the
• Long-life sensor
same temperature and pressure
• Reduced maintenance and calibration using
• Unlimited reaction time and zone
self-diagnostics
• Constant in-outlet conditions (pressure, temperature,
• Excellent price/ performance correlation
flow, composition) are maintained
• Consistent boiler/furnace load
Yokogawa’s Zirconia Oxygen analyzer can also be used
to measure humidity in specific applications. This is a
In practice, none of the above requirements are
benefit because most humidity analyzers are normally
completely achieved due to the physical restrictions
designed for ambient temperatures and not suitable
in burner design, use of (economical) ambient air
for the high temperatures that we find in bakery
rather than expensive pure oxygen, and aging of boiler
ovens, Pizza ovens, Paper driers or Plywood driers.
equipment.
The zirconia high temperature analyzer is designed to
measure oxygen concentrations in the air and calculate
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When there is insufficient air for combustion
control, the fuel is not completely consumed and
gives off smoke. This is a sign of energy loss and
undesirable emissions. If left unchecked the buildup
of combustibles will lead to a safety hazard. On the
other hand, if excess air for combustion is supplied, the
unused air is overheated and emitted from the stack,
causing a heat loss. This increases the emissions of
NOx and SO2, which cause air pollution. In order to
achieve complete combustion there must be a balance
or air-fuel ratio where the boiler is operating as close to
zero “excess air” as possible.
n = (1 / (21-Oxygen concentration)) x 21
2.1 Why Measure O2? Data is available that shows the various fuel sources
and an indication of their typical value for excess air;
Either the measurement of oxygen or carbon monoxide shown in the table below are just a few of the common
can be used to determine the level of excess air. fuel sources:
However, measuring CO alone will not define which
type of an environment, fuel rich or air rich, a burner
is operating in. Therefore combustion control needs to Fuel Excess of Air (%)
be based on accurate and dependable Oxygen analysis. Coke oven gas 5-10
To ensure complete combustion chamber are supplied
Natural Gas 5-10
with excess air to increase the amount of oxygen
and the probability of combustion of all fuel. The Coal, pulverized 15-20
combustion efficient will increase with increased excess Coal, stoker 20-30
air, until the heat loss in the excess air is larger than
the heat provided by more efficient combustion. Oil (No. 2 and No. 6) 10-20
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basic measurement principles and
the advantages/disadvantages for
paramagnetic, electrochemical and
optical measurement types.
2.2 Oxygen Measurement Principle and Figure 2.6 shows the basic potentiometric method
Theory which uses a solid electrolyte such as zirconia with
platinum electrodes attached that when heated the
The most common oxygen measurement methods are; device acts as an oxygen concentration cell.
Zirconia type systems, Paramagnetic, Electrochemical,
and optical type systems. Each of these measurement
methods has advantages and disadvantages,
therefore it is important to select the appropriate
method for each application. Section 2.5 explains the
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is equilibrium between Oxygen molecules and ions.
The relationship between the voltage generated and
the O2 partial pressure is logarithmic. The Oxygen
molecules react in the following manner:
Where, R: Gas Constant When plant air is used as the reference gas, the
N: 4 theoretical relationship between the oxygen
F: Faraday’s constant concentration of the measurement gas and the
T: Absolute temperature electromotive force of the zirconia sensor (= cell) is as
PX: Oxygen concentration in a gas shown in Figure 2.9. In practice, sensors will exhibit
(measurement gas) in contact with the slight deviations from the theoretical value but this
positive electrode (%) deviation is corrected when the sensor is calibrated.
PA: Oxygen concentration in a gas (reference air)
in contact with the negative electrode (%)
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Advantages versus conventional (extractive) methods Figure 2.10 shows graphically, if the Oxygen
are: concentration is y mol%, then the Air concentration is
• Intrinsic fast response (within 5 seconds) due to no (100/21) * y mol%. For ideal gases the mol fraction is
sampling system. the same as the volumetric fraction, so 1 mol%= 1 vol%
• In-situ measurement; direct insertion into the
sample. The composition of dry air is:
• Absence of moving parts. 78.084% Nitrogen, 20.946% Oxygen, 0.033%
Carbondioxyde, 0.934% Argon In round figures: 21%
Potential disadvantages are: Oxygen, 78% Nitrogen and 1% other gases.
• Cell Fragility: May crack when exposed to thermal
shocks or sever mechanical agitation which The moisture content of the gas is 100 % minus the Air
could generate false high output that may create concentration in vol%
hazardous situations.
• Cell output is dependent on differential O2 pressure In other words: Moisture content: x is 100- y*(100/21)
at the electrodes; requiring well defined reference
gas. Cell output is also temperature dependent, Graphical: x/100= y/21
especially at low O2 levels.
• High operating temperature (600-1000°C) poses 2.4 Units of Measure
safety concerns as being a potential ignition source
for combustible in the sample. 2.4.1 Absolute Humidity
2.3 Humidity Measurement Principle and The absolute humidity is expressed as vol% H2O in gas,
Theory which is the primary unit displayed in the Zirconia
high temperature analyzer.
The Zirconia analyzer is designed to measure Oxygen
at high temperatures. Humidity analyzers are normally 2.4.2 Relative Humidity
designed for ambient temperature and not suitable for
the high temperatures that we find in bakery ovens, In ambient air conditions one uses normally rH as
Pizza ovens, Paper driers or Plywood driers. unit for humidity measurement. This is the relative
humidity and it is the percentage of the maximum
If the Humidity measurement is needed in pure Air- humidity at this temperature where the moisture will
Water gas mixtures, then the Oxygen analysis is not condense. The Zirconia high temperature humidity
suitable to measure the Water content of the gas. analyzer can also display relative humidity, but only
when a temperature input is given to the analyzer by
This is the basic principle behind the Yokogawa High means of a mA input of a temperature transmitter.
Temperature Humidity analyzers. In the following graph you see at what moisture
concentration condensation occurs as function of the
temperature.
Figure 2.10
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2.4.4 Mixing Ratio
2.4.3 Dew Point These accuracy specifications are valid for process
pressures of +/- 0.5 kPag or +/-5 mbarg and when dry
This unit is normally used to express the quality of instrument air is used as reference gas.
Instrument Air. For those applications the Zirconia
analyzer is not suitable, because the moisture content 2.5 Comparison and Advantage over
of instrument air is too low. In paper driers this may be Competitive O2 Principles
an important parameter: it shows at what temperature
condensation will occur. 2.5.1 Paramagnetic
The dew point is also shown in the charts shown above. This utilizes the fact that Oxygen is a paramagnetic gas
The charts are only valid for standard barometric which distinguishes oxygen from other gases because
pressure: “sea level”. it is attracted into a strong magnetic field. Basically
when a gas sample is introduce to the instrument the
oxygen will be drawn into the magnetic field resulting
in a change in the flow rate. The flowrate change
is proportional to the oxygen concentration of the
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sample gas. Paramagnetic analyzers may be used for
measurement of oxygen at any level between 0-100%.
Advantages:
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Gas molecules absorb light at specific colors, called Advantages:
absorption lines. This absorption follows Beers law.
• Capable of measuring a number of near infrared
TDLS Analyzers are effectively infrared analyzers which absorbing gases in difficult process applications.
obey the Beer-Lambert Law. • Capability of measuring at very high temperature,
high pressures and under difficult conditions
I = I0 •e -E•G•L (corrosive, aggressive, high particulate service).
• Most applications are measured in-situ, reducing
where I is the radiation intensity after absorption, installation and maintenance costs.
I0 is the initial radiation intensity,
E is the extinction coefficient, Disadvantages:
G is the gas concentration,
and L is the path length of the measurement area. • The installation of the flange is necessary for both
sides of the process.
Potentiometric ZR
Application Potentiometric OX400
Product Series
Package boilers A* X
Combustion control A X
Low-oxygen concentration X A
Humidifiers A X
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3. Yokogawa Product and Features 3.2 Construction and Features of a Zirconia
Cell
A typical system configuration can be divided into
three main types; those using a separate detector and Zirconia cell construction should meet the following
analyzer; those using an integral detector and analyzer; basic requirements:
and those designed for bench top purposes. Not all
products mention below are offered globally, please • Constructed of an inert composition
consult your local office for area product offerings. • Highly selective conductance for pure oxygen-ions
• Stable with temperature and time
3.1 Zirconia Oxygen Detector, Model ZR22 • Non-permeable
• Resistant to thermal shocks and mechanical
Developed from the field proven ZO21D zirconia agitations for normal industrial processes
detector technology, the EXAxt ZR22 in-situ type
zirconia detector provides dependable and accurate The cell’s platinum element is molecularly bonded to
continuous monitoring of oxygen concentration in the zirconia by a proprietary method developed by
combustion utilizing its zirconia cell (E7042UD). The Yokogawa, which eliminates the risk of the platinum
ZR22 is offered in two different versions depending separating from the zirconia and the measurement
on the area classification; model ZR22G for general failing. The platinum electrodes also have a special
purpose and model ZR22S for explosion proof for coating to protect them from deterioration caused by
hazardous applications. It is available in lengths from SO2 or NOX contained in the measurement gas. These
0.15 meter to 5 meters. The ZR22G and ZR22S can features ensure the detector will perform reliably and
measure the gas of a temperature up to 700°C directly. have longer life.
For gas temperatures higher than 700°C, the high
temperature adapter can be used to measure up to
1400°C. For more information please see section 3.4.
The ZR22 offers the following features: The “force” that causes this voltage is actually the
difference in partial pressure of oxygen between the
• The platinum element of the Zirconia cell is process gas and reference gas. Partial pressure can be
molecularly bonded to the zirconia material to defined as the mole fraction (% concentration) times
eliminate the platinum from peeling off and the total absolute pressure.
increasing cell life.
• The zirconia cell can be easily replaced by removing For Example: Air at atmospheric pressure (101.4 kPa
four bolts. The filter attached at the front of the absolute pressure) has an oxygen concentration of
sensor is a large wire-mesh that prevents dust 20.9%. The partial pressure of oxygen in air is 20.9% of
particles from entering the sensor. 101.4 kPa which is 21.19 kPa.
• The heater assembly is designed for replacement in
the field if desired. Flue gas at atmospheric pressure may have an oxygen
concentration of 3%. The partial pressure of oxygen in
the flue gas would be 3% of 101.4 kPa which is 3.04 kPa.
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If the reference gas and process gas are at the same
total pressure, the only thing that will contribute to the
oxygen partial pressure differential is the concentration
of oxygen on the process side.
It is in higher process pressure applications (>4.98 Figure 3.4 Illustration of Pressure Compensation Method
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What is the required process flange connection size? 3.5 Calibration Equipment
• What is the temperature of the process? For calibration needs, Yokogawa offers a variety of
The High Temperature Probe Adapter system can products from portable calibration units, integrated
accommodate process temperatures of 700°C calibration units, to manual and automatic calibration
(1292°F) to 1871°C (3400°F), when using alumia panels. Not all products mention below are offered
ceramic transport tube. The adapter itself is made globally, please consult your local office for area
of 316 Stainless Steel, but he transport tube (in-situ product offerings.
portion) utilizes different materials based on the
temperature ranges of the process gases. Please • The Standard Gas Unit (ZO21S) is a portable unit
note that the alumina ceramic is not offered globally, for calibration gas supply consisting of span gas (air)
and you should consult your local office for area pump, zero gas cylinder with sealed inlet, flow rate
product offerings. checker and flow rate needle valve.
• What is the process pressure?
If the process has a positive pressure the sample gas
will naturally be forced up to the oxygen probe. When
there is a negative process pressure, the sample
will need to be drawn to the oxygen probe. The
High Temperature Probe Adapter can be fitted with
and air educator (ejector), which creates a vacuum
to draw the sample to the probe. Depending upon
environmental regulations, the customer may wish to
vent the sample gases to atmosphere, or return the Figure 3.6 ZO21S
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• The Automatic Calibration Unit (ZR40H) should be The AC1 includes individual span, zero and block
used when automatic calibration is required for the solenoids with manual overrides for easy setup of
separate type or integrated type and instrument air flow rates. It also contains a 1 amp fuse with an LED
is provided. indicator to signal a power surge. The user has a
choice of copper or stainless steel tubing in addition
to NEMA 4 or NEMA 4X enclosures. The AC1 provides
excellent regulation control of reference air and
calibration gas flow rates.
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• The Check Valve prevents water vapor in the process • Filter Material: Hastelloy X
from diffusing down the calibration line where it • Base Material: 316 SS
may condense and cause the cell to crack. A check • Max. O.D.: 6.35cm (2.5in)
valve should be used on all natural gas and positive • Max Operating temp: 700°C (1292°F)
pressure applications and any time a calibration line • Pore size: 10 micron
is installed with long periods (>3 months) of time
between calibrations. • The Hastelloy X Sintered Filter (M1200DB-06) is a
sintered filter that addresses blockage and coating
problems experienced by tough applications that are
more stagnate.
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• The Eductors (Ejector) are used in high temperature
installations where negative pressure is present.
Using instrument air, the eductor (ejector) draws
a sample through the adapter tee for quick
measurement without mechanical assistance.
Different models are available in the different
regions.
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• Can measure either oxygen concentration or
humidity with a single analyzer
• Highly reliable measurements with trend-data graphs
• Contact input allows calibration activation, range
change and detector performance validation
Figure 3.22 Model ZR402G Figure 3.23 Model AV550 Averaging Converter
The ZR402G offers the following features: The AV550G offers the following features:
• Liquid-crystal touch panel display provides easy • Full Color Liquid-crystal touch panel display
operation • Back-lit LCD allows viewing even in the darkness
• Back-lit LCD allows viewing even in the darkness • Handles input of up to 8 oxygen detectors
• Interactive model displays instructions to follow, • Interactive model displays instructions to follow,
including those for: settings, oxygen concentration including those for: settings, oxygen concentration
trends, and calibration operations trends, and calibration operations
• Error codes and details of errors can be checked in • Error codes and details of errors can be checked in
the field without the need to refer to the appropriate the field without the need to refer to the appropriate
instruction manual instruction manual
• Digital communications features are provided • Multiple display modes shows average, single or all
as standard – this enables the analyzer to be detector gas concentrations
maintenance-serviced remotely • Redundant channel systems using multiple CPUs
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• Can measure either oxygen concentration or • The sensor (zirconia cell) can be easily replaced
humidity with a single analyzer by simply removing four bolts. The filter attached
• Highly reliable measurements with trend-data graphs at the front of the sensor is a large-mesh wire net
• “Hot swap” of channel cards so the analyzer remains that prevents large dust particles from entering the
on line during maintenance sensor.
• Eight 4-20mA outputs for individual detectors • The heater assembly used to heat up the zirconia cell
• Three 4-20mA outputs for average oxygen is constructed so that it can be replaced in the field.
concentration outputs Even if a wire in the heater breaks, the heater can be
• Failed, in calibration, or alarming, detectors are easily replaced in the field.
automatically excluded from average calculations • Can cut wiring, piping and installation costs
• Automatic or manual type calibration methods • Can be operated in the field without opening the
• 24V or 120VAC auto-calibration power option cover using an infrared switch
• Contact input allows calibration activation, range • Can measure either oxygen concentration or
change and detector performance validation humidity with a single analyzer
• Intuitive “common language” operation • Remote maintenance using digital communication
• Housing temperature alarm to notify user of over reduces maintenance cost
temperature conditions on the electronics
3.11 Zirconia Oxygen Low Concentration
3.10 Integral Type Zirconia Oxygen Analyzer, Model OX400
Detector and Analyzer, Model ZR202
The OX400 is an accurate and reliable low-
The EXAxt ZR Integrated type Zirconia Oxygen Analyzer concentration zirconia oxygen analyzer capable of
(ZR202) integrates both probe and converter into measuring O2 concentrations, from 0-10 ppm up to
one installed instrument. There is model ZR202G for 0-100 vol% O2. This is the latest oxygen analyzer from
general purpose and model ZR202S for explosion Yokogawa, and its development was based on the
proof for hazardous applications. The analyzer does company’s long experience and strong track record
not need a sampling device, and it allows for direct with this technology.
installation of the probe in the wall of a flue or furnace
to measure the concentration of oxygen in the stack A proprietary new thin-film deposition technology was
gas of the temperature up to 700°C. The probe uses a used in the zirconia sensor that creates a molecular
high-reliability Zirconia sensor (E7042UD) and a heater bond between the zirconia element and the platinum
assembly that can be replaced on site. layer. This prevents separation, enables a reduction in
sensor size and ensures a high-speed response and
The analyzer is equipped with three infrared switches, long life.
which enable the user to operate the equipment
without opening the cover on site. Analyzer calibration The OX400 can be used to control and monitor
can also be fully automated and the automatic various semiconductor applications, and to control
calibration unit is provided. Choose the equipment environment, air leakage into inert gas, and other
which best suits your needs so that an optimal processes.
combustion control system can be obtained.
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• A cylindrical sensor design facilitates the replacement 3.12.2 Model OX102
of measurement gases, thereby helping to assure a
high-speed response. The OX102 Oxygen Analyzer measures oxygen
• Either pump or aspirator sampling can be selected, concentration from ppm to percent levels in a single
depending on the application analyzer and is ideal for ppm-level measurements
• Built-in functions and a variety of self-diagnosis in applications such as nitrogen reflow furnaces and
functions semiconductor plants.
• Comes with multi selector, auto range, partial range,
and pump on/off functions The zirconia oxygen sensor uses a method that is
• A variety of self-diagnosis functions are provided based on the limiting current principle and is compact,
that detect malfunctions such as heater temperature yet has high-performance. The sensor is designed for
error, temperature sensor burnout, and sensor installation by direct insertion.
resistance value error.
• The sensor can be replaced on-site. When a sample gas contains organic solvent at a few
• Compact and lightweight for easy installation. ppm to percent level in applications such as nitrogen
reflow furnaces, an optional sampling unit is required.
3.12 Limiting Current Type Oxygen
Analyzer
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Table 1: Quick Reference Model Specifications
Max. Measuring Range 0-100 vol% O2 0-100 vol% O2 0-100 vol% O2 0-100 vol% O2 0-25 vol% O2
Sample Gas Pressure -5-250 kPa -5-250 kPa -5-250 kPa 0-300 Pa 1013±40 hPa Abs
Non-Explosion Non-Explosion
Explosion proof Construction Option Available Option Available Option Available
proof protected proof protected
Stationary/
Application Form Stationary Stationary Stationary Stationary
Transportable
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Table 2: When to quote OX400 instead of OX100/OX102
Measuring System Zirconia Limiting Current
Response time (90%) (When gas is introduced 10 sec or less (1% O2 or more)
from the detector inlet) 30 sec or less (less than 1% O2)
Atmospheric control of
semiconductor manufacturing A B/A
equipment
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4. Application Notes
This section takes up typical application examples
for the zirconia oxygen analyzer. These individual
applications are structured as follows.
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Iron & Steel Air leak Efficiency Detector: ZR22G/C/CV Large dust & High Wind box, AN 10M01F01-
detection improvement Probe protector: ZO21R/ Humidity Process Boiler 01E
in sintering ZR22R
furnaces Quality Converter: ZR402G Check for probe
improvement Automatic calibration unit: protector orientation
Oxygen of sintered ore ZR40H/AC1/IAC24 against the gas flow
measurement
in Boilers
Iron & Steel Monitoring Maintains high Detector: ZR22G-015-S-Q-…/ Temperature: 900 to Furnace AN
of oxygen product quality CV 1400°C reheat, heat, 10M01F01-
concentrations by monitoring High temperature probe Pressure: 30 to 50 kPa and soak 03E
in steel mill oxygen in steel adapter Dust: Trace zones Ref section a of
reheating mill reheating ZO21P/ZR22P Fuel: Gas Iron & Steel
furnaces furnaces Auxiliary ejector for high Mills application
temperature use When the probe is in
Ensures stable P/N E7046E/M1132KE installed horizontally, TI 11M12A01-
continuous Converter: ZR402G bracings must 01E
measurement Manual calibration unit: be provided for
of oxygen ZA8F/MC1 mechanical support.
concentrations Calibration gas unit
Pressure regulator for gas
Reduces cylinder:
operating costs • P/N G7013XF (inlet W22,
outlet Rc1/4) or P/N
G7014XF (inlet W22, outlet
1/4NPT)/M1132ZX
• Case assembly for
calibration gas cylinder:
P/N E7044KF
Note: the calibration gas
cylinder must be purchased
locally
Pulp & Paper Excess Air/ Detector: ZR22G/CV Temperature : Black Liquor Ref section
Air Demand Probe protector: ZO21R/ 150 to 500°C Recovery d of BOILER
ZR22R Boilers application in
Converter: ZR402G TI 11M12A01-
Manual calibration unit: 01E
ZA8F/MC1
Calibration gas unit
Pressure regulator for gas
cylinder:
P/N G7013XF (inlet W22,
outlet Rc1/4) or P/N G7014XF
(inlet W22, outlet 1/4NPT)/
M1132ZX
Case assembly for calibration
gas cylinder: P/N E7044KF
Note: the calibration gas
cylinder must be purchased
locally
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Cement Indication of Rotating Ref section a
Calcining rate, Cement Kiln, & b of
Nox Flue gas exit Ceramic,
production, from the Kiln Brick, Glass &
Increases Kiln application
product quality in TI 11M12A01-
01E
Electrical & Humidity Ensures Detector: ZR22G/SV Temperature: Inside the AN 10M01N01-
Electronics measurement product Converter: ZR402G/HS 200 to 400°C steam 01E
in Tantalum quality & yield Portable calibration unit: pyrolysis
Capacitor improvement, ZO21S/M1233SR Pressure: furnace
Pyrolysis stable 10 to 20 Pa
Furnaces continuous
humidity Humidity:
measurements 25 to 80 vol% H2O
in high
temperature
environment,
Reduces
operating costs
Pulp & Paper Humidity Increases dryer Detector: ZR22G Temperature: 50 to In the Hood AN 10M01J01-
measurement heat energy Dust protector: 120°C or the exhaust 01E
for paper dryer efficiency, ZH21/M12345E-A duct of the
control ensures high Converter: ZR402G Pressure: Negative Hood
paper quality Manual calibration unit: Dust: Trace amounts
& reduces ZA8F/Z Z: with dehumidifier (paper dust), clean
operating costs (when needed) /MC1 dry air should be
Pressure regulator for gas used for reference
cylinder: air, dust protector to
P/N G7013XF (inlet W22, be used to prevent
outlet Rc1/4) or P/N G7014XF ignition due to paper
(inlet W22, outlet 1/4NPT)/ dust
M1132ZX
Case assembly for calibration
gas cylinder:
P/N E7044KF
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4.1 Boiler
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4.1.2 Power generation boiler (Heavy oil, Gas)
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4.1.3 Pulverized coal boiler
Economizer outlet
L2, L3 (detector with probe Combustion monitoring
(economizer, feedwater D4
protector) O2 control
afterheater)
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4.1.4 Black liquor recovery boiler
Economizer outlet
(economizer, feedwater L2, L3 (detector with filter) D3, (D4) Combustion monitoring
preheater)
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4.2 Iron and Steel Furnaces
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4.2.2 Hot blast stove (blast furnace facility)
The hot blast stove is a facility used to heat the air used
in a blast furnace to provide the high temperature hot
air blast.
L2, L3
(If pressure is high, a pressure Combustion monitoring
Duct D1
compensated detector is O2 control
selected.)
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4.2.3 Coke oven facility
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4.2.4 Soaking pit
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4.3 Ceramic, Brick, Glass & Cement
Furnaces/Kilns
L2, L3 D4
Kiln end Combustion monitoring
(H2, H3) (D3, D5, D6)
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4.3.2 Cement kiln (cyclone outlet gas)
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4.4 Petroleum Refining and Petrochemical
Fired Headers
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4.4.1 Naphtha cracking furnace
L2, L3
H2, H3 D1, D2 Combustion
▬► Fired heaters Stack or convection
Explosion-proof type external D5, D6 monitoring
terminal box may also be selected
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4.4.2 Petroleum refinery process fired heater
example
Wind Box
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4.5 Garbage Incinerator
H2, H3
Note: depending on the
Incinerator outlet
conditions at the sample D5 Combustion monitoring
(gas cooler outlet)
point, a sampling type
system may be required.
Scrubber outlet
L2, L3 D1, (D3) Combustion monitoring
(or stack)
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4.6 Non-Combustion Applications
Note 1: Measurement will be done using a sampling system, since all the points are at high pressure.
Note 2: The high-temperature detector should be used.
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4.6.2 Power generation boiler wind box
Note: The ZO21DW (terminal box explosion-proof type detector; pressure compensated type) or the ZR22G (pressure compensated type) will be
used. These are many cases in which the AV550G averaging converter will be used.
Wind Box
wind box
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4.6.3 Aeration tank
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4.7 Difficult Measurement Applications On the other hand when we come to measurement of
the gas inside the furnace, continuous measurement
4.7.1 Glass melting furnace (in-furnace gas) with a direct in situ zirconia oxygen analyzer (high-
temperature system) is either extremely difficult
Oxygen concentration in glass melting furnace stacks or impossible due to the dust and fumes from the
can be measured with no problems the same as in components of the glass. However, since continuous
other general combustion exhaust gas applications. measurements are being performed in some cases by
the method shown in the diagram, we offer this for
Glass melting furnace (stack): Temperature 0 to 600°C your reference.
System block diagram type No: L2, L3
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4.7.2 Calcination furnace 5.1 What is in an Installation Loop
Exhaust gas oxygen concentration measurement for
fluidized-bed calcination furnaces, sulfur combustion
furnaces and other such furnaces which burn sulfur-
containing materials or elemental sulfur presents
sample conditions such as the following, so direct in
situ type zirconia oxygen analyzers cannot be used for
measurement.
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• Do not mount the probe with the tip higher than the 5.2.3.1 Good and Bad Example Guide
probe base
• If the probe length is 2.5 meters or more the detector Typical good/bad installation examples are shown
should be mounted vertically (no more than a 5 below for your reference
degree tilt)
• The detector probe should be mounted at right
angles to the measurement gas flow or the probe tip
should point downstream
• Documentation shows the image below indicating the
appropriate hole for each assembly type. However, this
does not take into consideration all of the products
offered globally and it is recommended that the
hole always be a minimum of 65 mm. This allows for
installation of all filter types on the first installation or
after initial installation if one needs to be added later.
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**Mount the dust filter assembly by putting it on the end *NOTE: When using the M1234SE-A Self Cleaning Fly-Ash Filter in
conjunction with the ZR22R Probe Protector, repeat the steps above,
of the detector and screw the assembly clockwise. Put a
but invert the M1234SE-A shield away from the direction of flow.
hook pin wrench (K9471UX), 52 to 55 in diameter, into the
hole on the assembly to fasten or remove it. Apply a heat-
• Tighten the clamp screw until the filter cannot be
resistant coating to the threads on the detector. When
moved by hand. The filter will be fully tightened
remounting Filter assembly after having once removed it
before the space between clamp block is completely
from the detector and reapply the heat-resistant coating
closed. THE SCREW SHOULD NOT BE TIGHTENED
BEYOND THIS POINT. Over tightening the assembly
5.3.1.2 Dust Filter (option Code “/F1”)
can damage the detector and filter.
This option is also part of the model code 01 ZR22
detector. This is a Carborundum/SUS316 filter of 30
microns used to protect the cell from corrosive dust
components or high velocity dust. This component is
must except for gas fired boilers.
• Align the shield so it protects the filter element from 5.3.3 Probe Protector
direct gas flow. The shield should cover the filter, and
be flush with the closed end of the filter, as shown: This is essentially an SS316 sleeve connected with
SS304 flange to the Analyzer Probe. This is illustrated in
the Fig. 5.3 drawing. As the name suggests, this is used
to protect the probe from erosion. As there is a higher
velocity flow of flue gases thru’ the stack, it will cause
erosion to the probe if it is installed in the stack without
Probe Protector. Probe Protector is a consumable item
& it should be inspected at regular intervals so as to
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check its health and if found some signs of erosion, it
should be replaced immediately. By replacing Probe
Protector which is a low value item, we are able to
safeguard our Analyzer Probe which is much costlier to
replace.
• If the probe is made of silicon carbide (SiC), the probe • When the furnace pressure is negative, lower the
hole should be formed so that the probe is mounted pressure setting to reduce induction flow of the
vertically (within ± 5° tilt). sample gas.
• In the case where the probe is made of stainless steel • Ejector Assembly for High Temperature, for the
and the probe adapter is to be mounted horizontally, setting of induction flow. When you reduce induction
the probe hole should be formed so that the probe flow, ensure that the ejector inducts air when the
tip is not higher than the probe base. furnace pressure fluctuates.
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• When the furnace pressure is positive, close the • A wall or construction should be strong enough to
needle valve for the sample gas outlet to reduce the support the weight of the converter
exhaust gas flow. • Signal and heater cables should be installed in
• Ensure that the temperature of the probe adapter separate conduits.
does not fall below the dew point of the gas in winter. • Shields on all cables should be landed on 1 end only.
• To prevent temperature rises due to radiant heat, • Make sure all wire lugs are tight.
insert heat insulator between the wall of the furnace • Do not splice cables. One continuous cable is
and the probe adapter. recommended.
• To prevent temperature rises from thermal • Avoid grounding out the heater wires. It can damage
conduction, place the mounting flange as far from the electronics.
the wall of the furnace as possible.
The following guidelines below should be taken into
When the surface temperature is less than 200°C or consideration when installation the
below the dew point of the sample gas AV550G:
• When the furnace pressure is negative, raise the The averaging converter is designed for indoor
pressure setting to increase induction flow of the installation and should be installed in the instrument
sample gas. If there is much dust in the gas, the ejector panel in a control room. For outdoor installation, the
may become clogged as induction flow increases. averaging converter should be installed in an outdoor
• When the furnace pressure is positive, open the instrument panel protected from direct sunlight and
needle valve of the sample gas outlet to increase the the weather. The outdoor site location should be
gas flow. equipped with a cooling system for controlling the
• Warm the probe adapter. internal temperature, if necessary. Also, the outdoor
• When the surface temperature is still less than 200°C case should be installed in a location that keeps the
or below the dew point of the sample gas, even if the case free from corrosive gases or dust.
above measures have been taken, warm the probe
adapter using a heat source such as steam. * For more detail information about the analyzer
installation refer to the appropriate Instruction Manuals.
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measurements cannot be performed in the low 5.8.2 Installation of the Sampling unit (K9424GA)
concentration range.
• Be careful of leakage from the pipe because it may The sampling unit is a desktop type and should be
cause measurement errors. Particularly in the low installed on a stand near the sampling point.
concentration range, take great care because even Note the following when installing the unit. The unit
though the pressure inside the pipe is positive, should be installed in places where:
oxygen may flow from the air due to diffusion,
resulting in a large error. • Ambient temperature is in the range of 0 to 40°C and
• Fluctuations of back pressure at the pipe outlet temperature fluctuations are minimal.
may cause measurement errors, so always keep the • Mechanical vibration is negligible.
pressure at the atmosphere pressure level as much • Adequate space for inspection and maintenance,
as possible during operation. such as replacing filter element, is secured.
• The unit should be securely mounted on a stand to
prevent it falling.
• No exposure to rain or water is allowed.
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ZR series
TDLS8000
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TDLS8000
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6.2 System configuration
Electrical generating
L2, L3 D1 H2, H3
boilers (window box)
Oxygen enrichment
L2, L3 H2, H3 D7*
equipment
The meanings of these codes are explained on the pages that follow.
The symbol such as L1 and D1 used in “the Types of System Configuration and Detector” are only applicable in this Technical Information
document for quick reference. They do not appear in other literatures including the bulletin, general specifications, or user’s manual.
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2) System Block Diagram Types
System Type
O: Yes, X: None
Please check the general specification which model is availabale in your area.
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6.2.3 Examples of System Component Selection Based on Sample Gas Conditions
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(2) Converter and accessories (flow setting unit, calibration gas, etc.)
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6.3 Compatibility between Old and Existing Models
Converter
ZR402G ZA8C, HA400, AV8C
Detector
Note: Compatibility can be achieved by replacing the ROM and mounting a cold junction temperature compensation board. It is recommended
that this modification be requested to our service station. Applicable ROMs and temperature compensation boards will be available on
December 1, 2000 for order entry and on January 26, 2001 for shipment. See the table below for ROM part numbers. The part number of a ROM
extraction tool is K9471JT, and the part numbers of cold junction temperature compensation boards are K9471JA for the ZA8C and HA400 and
K9471JB for the AV8C.
Language
Japanese English German French
Model
7. Basic Steps for Maintenance and If the sensor becomes no longer operable (for
example, due to breakage), investigate the cause and
Trouble Shooting remedy the problem as much as possible to prevent
recurrence.
7.1 Maintenance for ZR22 and ZR202
Please note that is it important that the contact and the
7.1.1 Cleaning the Calibration Gas Tube metal o-ring are replaced each time the cell is replaced
to ensure proper sealing.
The calibration gas, supplied through the calibration
gas inlet of the terminal box into the detector, flows • Clean contact spring groove & probe flange.
through the tube and comes out at the tip of the probe. • Insert new contact spring
The tube might become clogged with dust from the • Place Metal o-ring on/between cell and flange
sample gas. If you become aware of clogging, such • Insert J-tube into filter retainer.
as when a higher pressure is required to achieve a • Install filter onto J-tube (between cell and retainer)
specified flow rate, clean the calibration gas tube. • Install washers on cell bolts.
• Install cell, retainer, and filter assembly into probe
flange.
• Finger tighten all 4 cell bolts
• Tighten all 4 bolts in a criss-cross pattern to 52 in. lbs.
(1/8 turn at a time)
measurement.
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7.1.3 Replacing the Heater Assembly closed. THE SCREW SHOULD NOT BE TIGHTENED
BEYOND THIS POINT. Over tightening the assembly
Replace the heater assembly when the heater is can damage the detector and filter.
broken. For more details, please refer IM
7.2 Calibration
• Slide the end of the shield over the filter It is important to note that before you can run
automatic calibration or semi-automatic calibration,
you have to configure the calibration setup for the Hold
time and Calibration time in the instruments before
you can run a semi-auto or an auto-cal.
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7.2.1 Best Practices for Calibration Anytime there is a failure on the AV550 or the ZR402
the units will shut the probe heater down immediately.
When performing a calibration it is important that you: These failures will show an X on the ZR402/AV550
screens.
• Wait minimum 1 hour after powering a probe up to
calibrate. Things that cause a failure:
• Calibration gas flow should never exceed 600 cc/min
(0.6 l/min). • Cell voltage goes outside limits (excessive high or
• Clean/Dry instrument air is used as the typical span low)
gas. • Heater goes below 730°C or above 780°C
• Zero gas should be between .0.1-4% oxygen balance • CPU/Eprom function failure
nitrogen. Do not use mix bottles or 100% nitrogen for • Zero calibration failure
zero calibration. (1% and 2% are the 2 most common • Span calibration failure
used gases)
• Use ZR20-CAL or equivalent gas bottle which includes Please note that when testing your system it is always
regulator and flow control (0.5 l/min) good practice to start with any tests that can be
• Calibration should be performed at operating performed in the analyzer. If the analyzer tests fine
conditions. then check the probe next. If the probe test good then
• When you calibrate the Zirconia outside the furnace, you know the cable is bad and should be replaced.
you need to use only one standard gas and use Also when turning power off to the analyzers it is never
ambient air as second gas. The concentration recommended to use the fuses. Always use either the
depends on humidity and temperature: electronics or a breaker. Using the fuses could cause a
typically 20.5 vol%. short in the instrument.
• If the furnace operates under pressure different from
atmosphere you make an error on reading that is the 7.3.1 Error and Alarm
same as the relative pressure difference.
( -20 mbar = -2% of reading). When the display shown in Figure 7.3 or Figure 7.4
appears, pressing the error indication brings up a
7.2.2 Calibration of the Humidity Analyzer description of the error. The content of errors that are
displayed includes those shown in Table 7.1.
The Humidity analyzer cannot be calibrated with
Humidity standards, but will be calibrated as every
other Zirconia analyzer with a 1% Oxygen in Nitrogen
standard gas and with dry instrument air as second
standard.
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Table 7.1
Error1 Cell voltage failure The cell (sensor) voltage signal input to the converter falls below -50 mV.
Error2 Heater temperature failure The heater temperature does not rise during failure warm-up, or it falls
below 730ºC or exceeds 780ºC after warm-up is completed.
Or this occurs if the TC+, TC- thermocouple terminals are wired to
converter with reverse (wrong) polarity.
Error3 A/D converter failure The A/D converter fails in the internal electrical circuit in the converter.
Error4 Memory failure Data properly are not written into memory in the internal electrical
circuit in the converter.
Alarm 1 Oxygen concentration alarm Measured oxygen concentration value exceeds or falls below the
preset alarm limits.
Alarm 6 Span-point calibration coefficient alarm In automatic or semi-automatic calibration, zero correction ratio is
outside the range of 100 ±30%.
Alarm 7 Span-point calibration coefficient alarm Span correction ratio is outside the range of 0±18%
Alarm 8 EMF stabilization timeup alarm In automatic or semi-automatic calibration, cell voltage does not
stabilize after calibration time is up.
Alarm 10 Cold junction temperature alarm Temperature of the cold junction placed in the detector terminal
box falls below -25ºC or exceeds 155ºC.
Alarm 11 Thermocouple voltage alarm Generated when thermocouple voltage exceeds 42.1 mV
(about 1020ºC) or falls below -5 mV (about -170ºC).
7.3.2 Basic Zirconia Probe Check the other) checks out like a diode. One direction is
high resistance (typically in the MΩ) then the other
Ohm Meter Checks: direction will be open.
• Typical failure will have resistance both directions or
• Heater : 57-85Ω (typical is 62-67Ω). short.
• Typical failure is Open or shorted
• TC : if the probe is on the bench less than 3Ω, in the 500Vdc Insulation Meter Checks (Aka: Megger/
stack and hot less than 100Ω(it is a type K TC) Insulation Tester):
• Typical failure is open or short to the case.
• Cell negative wire to the case. It should be a direct Be sure there are no wires attached to probe before
short to the case. doing this test. The unit must be disconnected from the
• Failure would be above 5Ω or intermittent/erratic cable and analyzer.
readings.
• TC + to the case. Should be 20M+
Cold junctions: • TC – to the case. Should be 20M+
• Cold Junction + to the case. Should be 20M+
• RTD type (red/black or red/white wire) approx 1100Ω, • Cold Junction – to the case. Should be 20M+
no polarity (2 wire PT1000 RTD) . • Both sides of the heater to the case. Should be 20M+
• Typical failure is Open or shorted.
• Transistor type (silicon mushroom cap with 2 wires
and a metal table to one side, and a single wire to
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Additional Checks: 7.3.4 My detector is reading a high O2 level
• If you have the O2 cell out of the probe you can check • The measuring gas pressure becomes higher:
the Cell+ wire using an ohm meter. Measure between When the process pressure increases the oxygen
the Cell+ terminal and the groove where the contact reading will be higher. Certain steps should be taken
spring is. The reading should be less than 3 ohms. to ensure a proper measurement.
• With the O2 cell out you can also check the Cell+ to ◦◦ Can improvement in facility be made so that
case/ground using a 500 Vdc Megger. The reading pressure change does not occur?
should be 20M+. ◦◦ Can the probe be calibrated at process pressure?
• You can check the Cell- wire inside the probe head, ◦◦ Change the Oxygen Probe to a Pressure
make sure cell- is connected the body of the probe. compensating model
Should be less than 3 ohms (this is testing the short • Moisture content in a reference gas changes
brown-ish wire that runs from the cell- to the case). (increases) greatly:
• If you have the cell out you can pressure test the If ambient air at the detector installation site is used
calibration line. Flip the O2 cell over and put a piece for the reference gas (convection sourced), a large
of rubber between the cell flange and calibration change of moisture in the air may cause an error
line outlet. Then connect a pressure gauge to the in measured oxygen concentration value (vol% O2).
calibration line input, apply a couple PSI to the line, When this is the case, use a gas in which moisture
shut the inlet pressure off, the calibration line should content is constant such as a clean dry instrument air
hold the line pressure for 5-10 minutes easily or a bottled gas source such as a 21% O2 balanced in
Nitrogen.
7.3.3 Testing O2 Cell • Calibration gas (span gas) is mixing into the cell
due to leakage:
The base test procedure for testing an O2 cell is as If the span gas is mixing into the cell due to leakage
follows: as a result of failure of the valve in the calibration
gas tubing system, the measured value shows a
• Turn the power off to the analyzer value higher than normal. Check valves (needle
• Remove the cell + & - wires from the analyzer/ valves, check valves, solenoid valves for automatic
channel card. calibration, etc.) in the calibration gas tubing system
• Place a short between the Cell + & - on the analyzer/ for leakage. For manual valves, check them after
channel card. confirming that they are in fully closed states. In
• Apply power the analyzer. The unit should warm up addition, check the tubing joints for leakage. Plug off
without error. If the unit comes up with a cell failure calibration line at the back of probe. If problem goes
the electronics/ channel card is bad. away find the leak in the calibration system.
• Connect a millivolt meter to the 2 wires you just • The reference gas is mixing into the process gas
removed. and vice versa:
• Apply Zero and/or Span calibration gas (500 cc/Min). Since the difference between oxygen partial
Measure the loose wires at the electronics. pressures on the cell anode and cathode sides
◦◦ Span Gas (instrument Air) should read close to 0mV becomes smaller, the measured value shows a higher
(+/- 5 mV) value. Process gas and/or the reference gas may be
◦◦ Zero Gas Should read as follows: leaking. Visually inspect the cell. If any crack is found,
0.4% O2 – 84 mV’s (75-90 mV’s) replace the cell assembly with a new one.
1% O2 – 67 mV (55-70 mV’s) • Cracked O2 cell:
2% O2 – 52 mV’s (45-55 mV’s) To test run calibration, apply zero gas at 500cc/min
*Please note that the different ranges are given max. See if reading is stable and correct, if not stable or
to accommodate for negative or positive process it is reading high it is likely the cell is cracked. If the cell
pressure* is leaking then you will start to see the O2 level climb.
• If the voltages are not stable or not within those The time before you see this climb depends on the
ranges go to the back of the ZR22G and remove the distance form the gas source, it could take 15-30 min.
Cell + and Cell – wires from the probe. • Damaged calibration line/Manifold:
• Then apply both gases again and measure the Remove O2 cell. Plug end of calibration line (You can
millivolts on the ZR22G terminal Cell + and flip the O2 cell over, place a small piece of rubber in
Cell –. If the signals are correct there but not at the between the cell and flange and install the cell to
electronics, you have a problem with your cable. If plug off the line). Apply a approximately 1 PSI to the
the signals are not correct at the back of the probe calibration line, shut the pressure off and see if it
you most likely have a broken/damaged O2 cell. holds pressure.
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• If using the High Temp Tee: • Excess moisture in process:
◦◦ The Eductor (Ejector) could be Plugged therefore If excessive moisture is in the process it can come in
needs cleaning or replacement. contact with the O2 probe (750°C) and cause steam
◦◦ The Eductor (Ejector instrument air pressure right at the O2 cell. If you have excessive steam at the
could be set to low. –Verify air pressure is set high O2 cell it will read low, as well as possibly damage the
enough O2 cell.
• If using the High Temp Tee:
7.3.5 My detector is reading a low O2 level ◦◦ The Eductor (Ejector) could be Plugged therefore
needs cleaning or replacement.
• The measuring gas pressure becomes lower. ◦◦ The Eductor (Ejector instrument air pressure
When the process pressure decreases, the oxygen could be set to low. –Verify air pressure is set high
reading will be lower. Certain steps should be taken enough
to ensure a proper measurement.
◦◦ Can improvement in facility be made so that 7.3.6 Other Abnormal Values
pressure change does not occur?
◦◦ Can the probe be calibrated at process pressure? • Noise may be mixing in with the converter from the
◦◦ Change the Oxygen Probe to a Pressure detector output wiring.
compensating model ◦◦ Check whether the equipment is securely
• Moisture content in a reference gas changes grounded.
(decreases) greatly. ◦◦ Check whether or not the signal wiring is laid along
If ambient air at the detector installation site is used heater cables or other power cords.
for the reference gas (convection sourced), a large • The converter may be affected by noise from the
change of moisture in the air may cause an error power supply.
in measured oxygen concentration value (vol% O2). • Check whether or not the converter power is supplied
When this is the case, use a gas in which moisture from the same outlet, switch, or breaker as other
content is constant such as a clean dry instrument air power machines and equipment.
or a bottled gas source such as a 21% O2 balanced in
Nitrogen. 7.3.7 Experiencing Erratic Reading
• Calibration gas (zero gas) is mixed into the cell
due to leakage. • Be sure heater and signal wires are in separate
If the zero gas is mixed into the detector due to conduits.
leakage as a result of failure of the valve provided • Flow zero gas at 300-500 cc/min on probe. If reading
in the calibration gas tubing system, the measured continually drifts up the O2 cell is cracked.
value shows a value lower than normal. Check valves • Perform a calibration
(needle valves, check valves, solenoid valves for ◦◦ If readings are unstable and calibration fails see cell
automatic calibration, etc.) in the calibration gas troubleshooting.
tubing system for leakage. For manual valves, check ◦◦ If unit calibrates correctly the problem is outside of
them after confirming that they are in fully closed the probe.
states. • Possible causes of erratic readings outside the probe:
• Combustible components exist in the measured ◦◦ Excess moisture in high temp tee (or condensing
gas. moisture in process)
Clogging at the cell can occur if residual combustibles ◦◦ Pockets of un-burnt hydrocarbons in process (this
are present (carbon build up). If combustible will cause low spikes)
components exist in the measured gas, they burn in ◦◦ Turbulence in process flow (turbulent pressure)
the cell and thus oxygen concentration decreases.
Remove the probe and clean the cell. Check that 7.3.8 Probe Temperature low and not warming up
there are no combustible components.
• Bad O2 cell: • On an AV550 If the probe fails to warm up turn off
Run calibration. If cell resistance is above 200Ω and reset the channel. On the ZR402G recycle the
replace the cell. power to the analyzer.
• Leak in calibration system (zero gas): • Unwire the Heater, TC, and CJ and perform the ohm
Plug off calibration line at the back of probe. meter check on the Heater, TC, and CJ.
If problem goes away find the leak in the zero
calibration gas side of the calibration system. If you find a failure in one of the above, go to the back
• Excess hydrocarbons: of the probe and check them inside the probe housing.
O2 probes control at 750°C, If the process has If there is not failure in the probe housing, but there
excessive hydrocarbons (un-burnt fuel) they can burn is one at the electronics the problem is in the cable.
on the tip of the probe consuming the oxygen at the Therefore if all the values check out in the probe then
tip of the probe and making the reading go low. you need to check out the electronics.
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• Reconnect the wires from the heater, TC, and CJ. AV550
• Then reset the analyzer/channel, measure the • Be sure that the heater and signal cables are landed
voltage going to the heater. It should be 60-120Vac on the correct card/heater connection. If a pair of
(Voltage is a modulated voltage but can be measured heaters is criss-crossed it can cause this.
as AC) • On an AV550 try swapping a working channel card
• If power is not present check the fuses. On the AV550 with the channel in question. If a different card works
they are on the power unit (just above where the properly it is a bad channel card.
heater wires up). There are 2 fuses per channel. On • Swap probe to a working channel. If it works on a
the ZR402Gthey are on the board. new channel and not on the old channel the power
unit is damaged.
ZR402G
Measure the heater voltage as the probe warms up.
You should see the heater voltage change and attempt
to regulate above 730°C. If the voltage does not
change until it hits 780°C the electronic control circuit is
damaged.
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8. Zirconia Analyzer – Question & Q4. What happens if sample gas contains corrosive gases
like HCl, SO2, SO3, H2S, Cl2, NH3?
Answers
A4. Generally these gases are to be avoided since these
8.1 Application react with Zirconia element & attack the Platinum
electrode which will lead to erroneous readings, large
Q1. When to select Zirconia principle for measuring zero/ span drift, long response time.
Oxygen?
Our Zirconia sensor has much resistance to the above
A1. Zirconia is the measurement of choice when direct gases compared to our competitors & also have special
measurement without sampling system is used with alumina coated Platinum electrode. We can handle
a high speed of response for process control. The SO2 – 5000 PPM, NO-1000 ppm, HCL 50 PPM. Corrosion
most common application is for combustion control from SO2 will be more severe when the Oxygen
of boilers, heaters or furnaces. Also for the indirect concentration is low. Combustion of low quality fuel (
measurement of moisture in air-water vapour mixtures high Sulphur) will shorten the lifetime of the sensors
in applications where high temperatures and dirty
environment prevent the use of traditional moisture Special care need to be taken for Incinerators as they
analyzers. may have high amount of these unwanted gases! In
these applications often high concentrations of HCl
Q2. When Zirconia Principle cannot be used? are present in the flue gas together with high water
concentrations. This does not only shortens the lifetime
A2. Zirconia uses a sensor at high temperatures and of the sensor, but condensation on the detector
Platinum electrodes. Therefore the Zirconia cannot be surface causes corrosion of the Stainless Steel body.
used in applications where Hydrocarbons are present Application of a corrosion protection like a coating of
or possible. These Hydrocarbons react with Oxygen at Derakane on the detector are a good solution for these
the sensor surface and this causes measuring errors application.
( low readings) and in worst case explosions: The
sensor acts then as an ignition source: for explosions Q5. What happens if sample contains combustible gases
you need Fuel, Oxygen and Ignition. This makes a like Hydrogen, CO or Methane ?
Zirconia analyzer a hazard in any gas fired furnace
or heater during start-up conditions or shut down A5. The oxygen concentration to be measured
conditions, when explosive gas mixtures can occur in decreases! When we look at these examples we can
the furnace or heater. Only when safety devices are roughly calculate the measuring errors when these
used that purge the sensor and shut off the power gases react with Oxygen on the surface of the sensor:
to the heater during these hazardous conditions the
Zirconia analyzer can be used safely. The flame arrester 2 H2 + O2 >> 2 H2O
used in the ZR22S and ZR202S only offer some added 2 CO + O2 >> 2 CO2
safety when the sample gas is within the ambient CH4 + 3O2 >> CO2 + 2 H2O
temperature limits of the product ( max 55 or 60°C)
So when the Oxygen concentration is 3 vol% and the
Q3. Why is CO Analyzer needed for combustion concentration of CO is 1 vol%, then the reading will be
measurement? 3- 0.5*1 = 2.5 %. The error is -0.5 vol%
A3. Every combustion process is performed with an If the concentration of Methane is 1 vol% then the
excess of air. This is necessary because burners are not reading will be 3 – 3*1 = 0 vol% Here the error is -
ideal and cannot operate purely under stoichiometric 3 vol%
conditions. The excess air may not be too high, because
then efficiency of the burner drops and pollution will This is a simplified explanation, because diffusion
result from the formation of Nitrous oxydes. The only rate of the gases is also important and this makes the
method to be sure that the burners operate at optimal measuring errors in presence of Hydrogen much more
condition is to monitor the CO concentration. If the severe.
excess air ratio is too low, CO concentrations will rise.
Q6. Till what sample temperature Zirconia probe can be
Our Laser Analyzer model TDLS8000 can measure CO used ?
very accurately at combustion zone where it is to be
measured A6. Sample temperature can be up to 700°C for normal
configuration of probe. The sensor temperature
is controlled at 750°C, so the sample gas must be
lower. Otherwise an accurate temperature control of
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the sensor is not possible. At high temperatures the
Stainless Steel will also show increased corrosion,
so the normal detector can be used till 600°C where
between 600 and 700°C the use of Inconel mounting
screws is recommended. The ZR22S and ZR202S use
flame arresters of sintered stainless steel so they
should not be used at temperatures above 500 degrees
to avoid blockage of flame arrester by corrosion. When
using Zirconia Oxygen Analyzer, what kind of matters
that require attention (effects of flammable gas) are
there?
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there is some leak like improperly sealed cover or cable calibration, the cell expected life time is displayed in
glands: the over pressure will cause the sample gas the display. Points of consideration are cell resistance,
to enter the detector and as result the readings will zero and span ratio and in case of autocal installations:
be wrong ( much too high) and the detector internal response time.
components will be severely attacked by the hot flue
gas. Q4. How to know the cell is no longer functional?
8.2 Installation A4. Cell robustness value after every calibration can
indicate the cell life! The cell response time during
Q1. Where to install the Oxygen probe? calibration also slows down if the cell is deteriorating
provided the calibration gas path etc is taken into
A1. If Oxygen reading is used for Trimming control, account for the response time ! In worst case the sensor
location close to the combustion zone is desirable, but will show E1 error message and this indicates either
the temperature & oxygen concentration distribution that the sensor is broken or that the sensor is corroded
should also be considered. Better to go with customer so badly that the calibration cannot be successfully
recommendation on the location. Important is to install performed.
the Oxygen probe at a location that the dirty fluegas
cannot come in contact with the Zirconia sensor. Probe Q5. Explain the precautions when shutting down a furnace
protectors, probe adapters, filters and generally vertical or boiler.
mounting are possibilities to improve the situation
Make sure that regardless of the selected detector A5. If operation of the zirconia oxygen analyzer
model the access hole for the Oxygen probe is always 65 is stopped during plant shutdown, moisture may
mm diameter or more. condense on the detector’s probe in contact with gas,
causing dust to adhere to it. If operation is restarted
Q2. How far can the converter be located from the in this condition, dust on the sensor will become
detector? firmly adhered and severely affect its performance. In
addition, if condensed water accumulates, the sensor
A2. It depends on the size of the wire the distance to may be broken by heat shock, making the analyzer
be limited to the loop resistance of the wire does not unusable.
exceed 10 ohms. Rule of thumb is if the wire is 2 sq mm
– can go up to 500 meters When stopping the zirconia oxygen analyzer, it is
important to do the following:
8.3 Maintenance
• Keep on supplying power to the zirconia oxygen
Q1. How often Calibration is required? analyzer.
• Purge the sensor by a continuous flow of instrument
A1. Typical interval is 1 to 3 months depending on the air through the calibration pipe.
application, It is recommended to do the calibration • If it is impossible to keep on supplying power to the
every 2 weeks immediately after new installation. analyzer remove the detector from the system.
When this shows that the sensor does not drift in • If the process is shut off and the gas is non corrosive
this application the period can be extended. If the ambient air, then you can keep the detector without
sensor drifts in between these calibration intervals the power and purged with instrument air: both cal gas
installation must be reviewed carefully to improve the and ref gas connection.
performance. Sensors are expensive, so the user needs Note: If the process is running, but the Zirconia analyzer is not kept
to pay attention to a proper installation to get good under power, then condensation on the detector may seriously
performance and low cost of ownership. corrode the detector, even if the cal and ref connections are purged.
Q2. How can I clean the fly ash filter M1234SE-A? Never connect power to the analyzer before the
calibration pipe and sensor are properly purged
A2. They can remove the filter and use water and
vinegar to clean the filter. Allow it to dry completely Q6. Notes for when running and stopping the analyzer
before returning it to the probe. repeatedly on a regular basis
Q3. How long will the Zirconia cell last? A6. From previous question it is clear that frequent
running and stopping of the Zirconia analyzer is
A3. A typical lifetime for a Zirconia sensor is 3 years not good for good performance. Condensation and
depending on the gas composition of the sample corrosion can damage the Oxygen probe. Also frequent
and the quality of the installation. After each 2-point start-up of the heater shortens the lifetime of the
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heater. If unavoidable, then the user should install a The concentration of the Zero gas can be anywhere
step-down transformer if the power supply is 220- 240 between 0.3 and 100 vol% and the concentration of the
Volt-AC. The power supply range of the analyzer is 85 to span gas can be set anywhere between 4.5 and 100%
276 VAC and in this abnormal situation it is best to keep under the condition that the Oxygen concentration
the power supply voltage low. in the span gas is at least 10 times higher than the
Oxygen concentration in the zero gas.
Q7. Overview of the calibration of zirconia oxygen analyzer
Note: An N2 gas of oxygen concentration of 0% can
A7. The electromotive force E (mV) is given by Nernst’s not be used for zero gas. Zirconia is a logarithmic
equation. The following figure shows the relation of measurement and 0% does not exist on a logarithmic
oxygen concentration and sensor (cell) electromotive scale. The “zero gas” must be a standard gas with a
forces, when the zirconia element is heated up to known and stable Oxygen concentration.
750°C.
Q9. What are two-point calibration and one-point
The measurement principles of a zirconia oxygen calibration?
analyzer have been described below. However, the
relationship between oxygen concentration and the A9. There are two calibrations for zirconia oxygen
electromotive force of a cell is only theoretical. Usually, analyzers; two-point calibration using zero and span
in practice, a sensor shows a slight deviation from the gases, and one-point calibration using only a span gas.
theoretical value. This is the reason why calibration
is necessary. To meet this requirement, an analyzer 1. Two-point Calibration:
calibration is conducted so that a calibration curve
is obtained, which corrects the deviation from the The following figure shows a two-point calibration
theoretical cell electromotive force. using two gases: zero and span. Cell electromotive
forces for a span gas with an oxygen concentration
p1 and a zero gas with an oxygen concentration
p2 are measured while determining the calibration
curve passing between these two points. The oxygen
concentration of the measurement gas is determined
from this calibration curve.
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2. One-point Calibration: The output remains held after completing the
calibration operation until the output stabilization
The next figure shows a one-point calibration using time elapses. The calibration time set ranges from 00
only a span gas. In this case, only the cell electromotive minutes, 00 seconds to 60 minutes, 59 seconds.
force for a span gas with oxygen concentration p1 is
measured. The cell electromotive force for the zero gas 2. When the calibration mode is in Semi-automatic:
is carried over from a previous measurement to obtain
the calibration curve. In addition to the above output stabilization time
and calibration time, set the interval, set the output
The principle of calibration using only a span gas also stabilization time and calibration time.
applies to the one-point calibration method using a
zero gas only. The calibration time is the time required from starting
the flow of the calibration gas to reading out the
The way of “Zero-point correction Factor” and “Span measured value.
correction Factor” is the same as the case of Two-point
Calibration. The set calibration time is effective in conducting both
zero and span calibrations. The following figure shows
the relationship between the calibration time and
output stabilization time.
Calculation of a One-point Calibration Curve and Correction Factors using a Span Gas
• Manual calibration which allows zero and span Interval means the calibration intervals ranging from
calibrations or either one manually in turn; 000 days, 00 hours to 255 days, 23 hours. Set the first
• Semi-automatic calibration which lets calibration calibration day and the start-calibration time to the
start with the touchpanel or a contact input, and start date and start time respectively.
undergoes a series of calibration operations
following preset calibration periods and stabilization Q11. What is preventive maintenance functions of the
time; zirconia oxygen analyzer?
• Automatic calibration which is carried out
automatically following preset calibration periods. A11. There The following information necessary
for routine maintenance can be displayed. This
Calibrations are limited by the following mode information can be used to determine the calibration
selection: period and prepare for the zirconia cell in a timely
manner.
1. When the calibration mode is in Manual:
1. Span-gas and Zero-gas Correction Ratios
First, set the output stabilization time. This indicates
the time required from the end of calibration to These are used to check for degradation of the sensor
entering a measurement again. (cell). If the correction ratio is beyond the Correctable
range, the sensor should no longer be used. These
This time, after calibration, the measurement gas ratios can be found by calculating the data as shown
enters the sensor to set the time until the output below.
returns to normal.
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This cell’s robustness can be found by a total
evaluation of data involving the response time, the
cell’s internal resistance, and calibration factor.
However, if a zero or span calibration was not made,
the response time cannot be measured. In such a case,
the cell’s robustness is found except for the response
time.
4. Cell voltage
The cell’s response time is obtained in the procedure The ideal value of the cell voltage (E), when the oxygen
shown in below figure. concentration measurement temperature is controlled
at 750°C ., may be expressed mathematically by:
If only either a zero-point or span calibration has been
carried out, the response time will not be measured E = -50.74 log (Px/PA) [mV]
just as it will not be measured in manual calibration.
where, Px: Oxygen concentration in the measured gas
The response time is obtained after the corrected PA: Oxygen concentration in the reference gas,
calibration curve has been found. (21% O2)
The response time is calculated, starting at the point Oxygen Concentration Vs. Cell Voltage
corresponding to 10% of the analog output up to the (cell temperature: 750°C )
point at 90% of the analog output span. That is, this
response time is a 10 to 90% response.
% O2 mV % O2 mV
0.6 78.35 21 0
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5. Cell’s Internal Resistance • ZR22S/ZR202S Explosionproof Zirconia Oxygen
Analyzer
A new cell (sensor) indicates its internal resistance of • AV550G Zirconia Oxygen Averaging Converter
200 Ω maximum. As the cell degrades, so will the cell’s • OX400 Low Concentration Zirconia Oxygen Analyzer
internal resistance increase.
1. ZR202G Direct In-Situ Zirconia Oxygen Analyzer
The degradation of the cell cannot be found only by (Integrated type)
changes in cell’s internal resistance, however. Those
changes in the cell’s internal resistance will be a hint to The integrated type zirconia oxygen analyzer combines
knowing the sensor is degrading. The updated values probe and converter. The wiring cost and the
obtained during the calibration are displayed. installation fee can be decreased compared with the
separate type by the integrated one. The converter can
Q12. After replacement of sensor, what are the tasks that be operated in the field using an optical switch without
is necessary? opening the cover. On the other hand, there are some
restrictions such as the sample gas temperature (700°C
A12. There After replacement of sensor, carry out or less) and functions.
surely Two-point Calibration using zero and span
gases. 2. ZR22S/ZR202S Explosionproof Zirconia Oxygen
Analyzer
Note that calibration should usually be performed in the
measurement state (in the operation state of the furnace when the
analyzer is installed near the furnace).
Two types are available explosionproof direct in situ
zirconia oxygen analyzer. The ZR22S/ZR402G is a
separate type which consists of a ZR22S explosionproof
8.4 Accessories probe and a ZR402G non-explosionproof converter.
The ZR202S is an integrated type which combines a
Q1. Can we use Nitrogen as Zero Gas? probe and a converter. Separate and integrated type
Zirconia oxygen analyzers do not need a sampling
A1. Since N2 gas grade available may contain traces of device, and allow direct installation of the probe in the
Oxygen, the cell voltage becomes unstable & high. wall of a flue or furnace to measure the concentration
So we cannot use only Nitrogen as Zero gas. of oxygen in the stack gas. The converter displays
the cell temperature and cell emf in addition to the
Q2. When to use probe filter? oxygen concentration. This analyzer is most suitable for
monitoring combustion and controlling the low-oxygen
A2. It is used mostly for coal fired Boilers & applications combustion of various industrial furnaces in explosive
where dust/ fly ash is present. Keep in mind the atmosphere at petroleum refinery, petrochemical
presence of filters will increase the response time plant, and natural gas plant.
Q1. What if the sample temperature is higher than the The AV550G Averaging Converter can accept inputs
recommended temperature? from up to 8 zirconia oxygen detectors ZR22G.
With large boilers used in the utility industry, the
A1. Use the High temperature version configuration oxygen concentration varies in different zones
where an adapter is added to the normal configuration across the flue. In order to obtain the most reliable
with SS/ SiC options for the probe, Up to 1400°C oxygen data, the most common method used is the
sample temperature can be measured with the high arithmetical averaging of several measuring points
temperature option. using an external averaging unit. The model AV550G
Averaging Converter not only averages the signals but
Q2. What types of Zirconia Oxygen Analyzers exist, and fully controls all of the individual detectors thereby
how are they selected? eliminating the need for costly,redundant hardware or
DCS programming.
A2. Yokogawa offers the following zirconia oxygen
analyzers. Select an appropriate one according to your
application and usage.
• ZR22G/ZR402G Direct In-Situ Zirconia Oxygen
Analyzer(Separate type)
• ZR202G Direct In-Situ Zirconia Oxygen Analyzer
(Integrated type)
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9. Lock Out Specifications concentration, alarm and error notification, and 4 to 20
mA output, and menu icons.
9.1 Oxygen Analyzer System Specification Diagnostics: The analyzer system shall be able to
for a Single Channel Analyzer and Detector diagnose the following items: Span correction, zero
Requirements correction, calibration history, response time, Zr cell
robustness, Zr cell resistance, heater on time ratio,
Oxygen Analyzer/Converter mA loop check, contact I/O check, alarm and error
indications, abnormal cell, abnormal cell temperature,
Human Machine Interface: Shall be performed via an defective digital circuits.
LCD touchscreen display, with monochromatic display
and 320 by 240 dot resolution. Maximum Cable Distance: The analyzer maximum
distance between the detector and converter can be up
Trend Graph function: The analyzer shall provide a to 300 m, when the conductor two-way resistance must
trend graph function. be 10 Ω or less (when a 1.25 mm2 cable or equivalent
is used), or 500 m, when the conductor two-way
Oxygen concentration value: The analyzer system resistance must be 10 Ω or less (when a 2 mm2 cable or
shall be able to measure 0.01 to 100% volume oxygen equivalent is used).
Output signal: The analyzer system shall have two a Alarms: The analyzer shall have a user configurable
user configurable 4 to 20 mA output signals (programmable) alarm, to feature High, High-High, and
Low, Low-Low, and oxygen concentration alarms.
Contact output signal: The analyzer shall have four
points, of which, one is “fail-safe” or normally open • The Analyzer shall meet or exceed the following
Contact input signal: The analyzer shall have two Power and Safety requirements:
points, voltage free contacts. The input contact feature ◦◦ The analyzer shall have a universal power supply
shall have the ability for remote range change from ◦◦ Power Supply Voltage: Ratings; 100 to 240 VAC, with
either a remote contact point or automatic control an acceptable range of 85 to 264 VAC
on a DCS. For eg., in combustion control applications, ◦◦ Power Supply Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz, with an
initially the customer will use the default (non- acceptable range of 45 to 66 Hz
changeable) range from 0 to 25 %. Later when the ◦◦ Power Consumption: Max. 300 W, approximately
process to be measured (flue gas) starts, the range 100W for normal conditions
required to be changed to 0 to 10% for eg,. in thermal ◦◦ Safety:
power plants. 1. EN 61010-1: 1993
2. CSA C22.2, No. 61010-1 certified
Automatic Calibration Output: The calibration output 3. UL 3111-1 certified
shall have two output contact points dedicated for an ◦◦ EMC: EN 61326: 1998
auto-calibration unit
• Installation requirements:
Contact capacity: Off-state leakage current shall be ◦◦ The analyzer shall have an ambient operating
3mA or less temperature range of: -20ºC to 55ºC (-4ºF to 131ºF)
◦◦ The analyzer shall have installation location
Digital Communication: The analyzer system shall be requirement: Indoor/Outdoor, panel or pipe mount
HART® communications compatible ◦◦ Ambient Humidity: The analyzer shall be able to
withstand ambient humidity conditions of 0 to 95%
Repeatability: The analyzer shall have a repeatability Relative Humidity
factor of ± 0.5% maximum value of set range is 0 up to
25% O2. • Construction:
◦◦ The analyzer shall conform to NEMA 4X or
Linearity: The analyzer shall have a linearity Equivalent weather resistant and corrosion
measurement of ± 1% maximum value of set range resistance standards.
(Excluding calibration gas tolerances) is 0 up to 25% O2. ◦◦ The finish on the analyzer shall be a Polyurethane,
corrosion resistant coating
Response time: The analyzer system shall have a
response time of 90% of span within 5 seconds Zirconia Oxygen Detector
Display: The analyzer shall be able to simultaneous Measurement system: The analyzer system shall
display three different measurement parameters. utilize a molecularly bonded Zirconia/Platinum sensor
Items to be displayed shall consist of Oxygen
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Sample gas temperature: The detector shall be Automatic Calibration Output: The calibration output
capable of taking in situ oxygen gas measurements shall have two output contact points dedicated for
with process operating temperatures of 0 to 700°C an auto-calibration unit. An optional integrated auto-
(32°F to 1292°F), up to 1871°C (3400°F) with a high calibration unit shall be made available.
temperature adapter
Digital Communication: The analyzer system shall be
Sample gas pressure: The detector shall be capable of HART® communications compatible
taking in situ oxygen gas measurements with process
pressures in the range of -0.725 psi to 36 psi. Repeatability: The analyzer shall have a repeatability
factor of ± 0.5% maximum value of set the range is
Probe construction: The oxygen probe shall be 0 up to 25% O2.
constructed of the following materials:
• Wetted probe material (In situ): SUS 316, Zirconia/ Linearity: The analyzer shall have a linearity
Platinum cell, Hastelloy B (Inconel 600, 601) measurement of ± 1% maximum value of set range
• Flange material: SUS 304 (Excluding calibration gas tolerances) is 0 up to 25% O2.
• The probe shall utilize a Type K thermocouple for cell
temperature indication Response time: The analyzer system shall have a
• Terminal Box: Aluminum alloy, with a Polyurethane, response time of 90% of span within 5 seconds.
corrosion resistant coating
• The detector shall be available in custom lengths up Display: Items to be displayed shall consist of Oxygen
to 5.4 meters concentration percentage, and alarm/error notification.
9.2 Oxygen Analyzer System Specification • Safety and Electrical conforming standards:
◦◦ Safety:
for an Integrated type Oxygen Analyzer Conforms to EN 61010-1: 1993
and Detector Requirements Conforms to CSA C22.2, No. 61010-1 certified
Conforms to UL 3111-1 certified
Measurement system: The measurement system shall EMC: Conforms to EN 61326: 1998
utilize a molecularly bonded Zirconia/Platinum
Oxygen cell with an integrated electronic analyzer. • Installation Requirements:
◦◦ Sample gas temperature: The analyzer/detector
Human Machine Interface: Shall be performed via a shall be able to withstand sample gas temperatures
monochromatic 6 digit LCD display and three optical of 0 to 0 to 700°C (32°F to 1292°F), up to 1871°C
switches (3400°F) with a high temperature adapter.
◦◦ Ambient Temperature: The analyzer shall have an
Oxygen concentration value: The analyzer system ambient operating temperature range of: -20°C to
shall be able to measure 0.01 to 100% volume oxygen 55°C (-4°F to 131°F)
◦◦ Location: The analyzer shall have installation
Output signal: The analyzer system shall have a user location requirement: Indoor/Outdoor, panel or
configurable 4 to 20 mA output signal. pipe mount Ambient Humidity: The analyzer shall
be able to withstand ambient humidity conditions
Contact output signal: The analyzer shall have two of 0 to 95% Relative Humidity
points, of which, one is “fail-safe” or normally open.
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◦◦ Sample gas pressure: The detector shall be calibration record, internal temperature rise alarm
capable of taking in situ oxygen gas measurements record, cell e.m.f. (mV), thermocouple e.m.f. (mV),
with process pressures in the range of -0.725 psi to cold junction resistance (Ω), cell temperature (°C ),
36 psi. cold junction temperature (°C ), span correction factor
• Construction: (%), zero correction factor (%), cell response time
The analyzer/detector shall be constructed for use in (seconds), cell condition, cell internal resistance (Ω),
indoor or outdoor installation, and conform to NEMA next calibration estimate (year/month/day), heater on
4X or equivalent weather and corrosion resistance time rate (%), time (year/month/day, hour/minute),
standards. software revision.
The oxygen probe shall be constructed of, or consist Status message: The averaging unit shall indicate
of, the following materials: alarm and error codes for individual probes.
◦◦ Wetted probe material (In situ): SUS 316, Zirconia/ Validation Function: The averaging unit shall be able
Platinum cell, Hastelloy B (Inconel 600, 601) to permit control room activation of the midpoint gas
◦◦ Flange material: SUS 304 concentration validation.
◦◦ Type K thermocouple
◦◦ Terminal Box: Aluminum alloy, Non-explosion Hot swap function: The averaging unit shall allow the
proof, NEMA 4X equivalent with a Polyurethane, user to change individual channel cards without having
corrosion resistant coating to power the unit down.
◦◦ The heater and thermocouple shall be replaceable.
◦◦ The detector shall be available in custom lengths Calibration: The averaging unit shall be able to
up to 3.0 meters perform manual, semi-automatic and automatic
calibration of all eight probes.
• Calibration system requirements:
◦◦ The system calibration shall not require a snubber Diagnostics: The averaging unit shall be able to
or diffuser. diagnose the following items of each probe: span
◦◦ Calibration gases flow rates: The Zero gas flow rate correction, zero correction, calibration history,
shall be 0.6 LPM or less, and the Reference gas flow response time, Zr cell robustness, Zr cell resistance,
rate shall be 0.8 LPM or less. heater on time ratio, mA loop check, contact I/O check,
◦◦ Reference air system: The detector shall be able alarm and error indications, abnormal cell, abnormal
to operate utilizing instrument air or pressure cell temperature, defective digital circuits.
compensated reference air.
◦◦ Zero calibration gas: shall consist of 1% oxygen Communications: The averaging unit shall be HART®
balanced in nitrogen. or Foundation Fieldbus® compatible, to include the
ability to upgrade to Foundation Fieldbus®
**Based on the following guide lines, specifications and
requirements, the model analyzer and detector chosen for this
application shall be the Yokogawa ZR202G Integrated Oxygen
• Signals:
Analyzer/ Zirconia Oxygen Detector.** Output signal: The analyzer shall have (3) 4 to 20
mA outputs representing averaged O2 values as well
9.3 Oxygen Analyzer System Specification as (8) 4-20mA outputs representing individual probe
readings.
for Multi-Channel Averaging Oxygen
Analyzer and Detector Requirements Contact Output Signal: The averaging unit shall
have five contact output signal points, of which, four
Human Machine Interface: Shall be performed via a are user selectable.
5.7 inch, color LCD touchscreen display.
Contact Input: The averaging unit shall have two
Quantity of Detectors: The averaging unit shall be points, voltage free contacts. The input contact
able to display 1 to 8 oxygen detectors, expandable feature shall have the ability for remote range
from 1 to 8 probes change from either a remote contact point or
automatic control on a DCS. For eg., in combustion
Graph display: The averaging unit shall be able to control applications, initially the customer will use the
display trend analysis and cascade graphs for all eight default (nonchangeable range from 0 to 25 %. Later
probes. when the process to be measured (flue gas) starts,
the range required to be changed to 0 to 10% for eg,.
Data display: The averaging unit shall be able to in thermal power plants.
display the following data items: maximum/minimum/
average oxygen concentration (volume % O2),
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Contact capacity: Off-state leakage current, 3mA or ◦◦ Calibration gases flow rates: The Zero gas flow rate
less shall be 0.6 LPM or less, and the Reference gas flow
rate shall be 0.8 LPM or less
• Power Requirements: The averaging unit shall have ◦◦ Reference air system: The detector shall be able to
the following power requirements operate utilizing natural convection, instrument air
◦◦ Power Supply Voltage: Ratings; 100/115 VAC, 230 or pressure compensated reference air
VAC, ◦◦ Zero calibration gas: shall consist of 1% oxygen
◦◦ Power Supply Frequency: 50Hz ± 5% to 60Hz ± 5%, balanced in nitrogen
◦◦ Power Consumption: Max 1kw
Max 1.8 for warm-up **Based on the following guide lines, specifications and
requirements, the model analyzer and detector chosen for this
application shall be the Yokogawa AV550GG Multi- Channel Oxygen
• The Averaging Unit shall meet or exceed the Analyzer, and the ZR22G Zirconia Oxygen Detectors. **
following Power and Safety requirements:
◦◦ Safety:
Conforms to EN 61010-1: 2001
Conforms to CSA C22.2, No. 61010-1 certified
Conforms to UL 61010B-1 certified
• EMC:
◦◦ EN 61326, 2002
◦◦ AS/NZS CISPER 11
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