SubscribeParker Hannifin's ACM20 particle counter allows rapid, precise detection of fuel contamination, from the refinery to the aircraft, superseding the often more subjective methods such as clear and bright and Gravimetric Millipore.
The quick two minute test, with very little waste, will allow checking of contamination levels, trends and integrity in a reliable, reproducible and repeatable way, and can be used in other applications such as filter performance, pipeline commissioning and extending service intervals of supply systems.
Regular monitoring with the ACM20 will prevent problems caused by contamination, that enters the fuel supply during installation, maintenance or repair, or through damaged or worn parts. Solid and Water contamination will affect the operating efficiency of both the fuel and sliding parts, causing valves to stick and, in the worst case, can lead to sudden component failure, leading to costly downtime and increased maintenance. With the ACM20, monitoring results can be simply downloaded to a PC or laptop, and statistical records kept to predict maintenance periods.
The ACM software provides as a primary output, counts per ml, and as a secondary, the % volume distribution of the contamination per sample. In addition, the cleanliness levels are reported in accordance with ISO 4406-1999. Fuel can be monitored from point of manufacture to point of use, ensuring that the fuel received is the same quality as was bought, conformity and liability issues can be seen and resolved quickly, and filter efficiency is readily checked against manufacturers performance specifications.
In addition, fuel storage tanks, which normally have to be cleaned every two to three years, if monitored regularly with this device can show that scheduled maintenance can be delayed because fuel cleanliness is still acceptable, and trend analysis over time will track increases or decreases of contamination here and also within pipelines as the systems are flushed. This can lead to significant savings of the costs associated with routine maintenance and the associated downtime.
The ACM20 is portable, accurate and can be used anywhere hydrocarbon fuel is used, across filters, tanks, fuel receipts from ships, etc, and also in laboratories where it can be utilised with existing analysing equipment. The ACM20 calibration is traceable to ISO11171 for SRM2806 through ISO 11943 principles.
Developed from the world class Hydraulic LCM20 portable particle counter, which has over 1000 units operating across the globe, the ACM20 is robust and simple to use in the field or in the laboratory.
