{"id":1691,"date":"2017-08-12T07:56:45","date_gmt":"2017-08-12T12:56:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.oxidationtech.com\/blog\/?p=1691"},"modified":"2017-08-11T09:01:37","modified_gmt":"2017-08-11T14:01:37","slug":"measure-ozone-production-rates-real-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oxidationtech.com\/blog\/measure-ozone-production-rates-real-time\/","title":{"rendered":"Measure ozone production rates real-time"},"content":{"rendered":"

Tracking performance of an ozone system real-time is valuable for pilot test and even full-scale ozone systems and may be easier than you think.<\/p>\n

Ozone system output is measured in g\/hr or lb\/day<\/a>. \u00a0These values indicate the production rate of an ozone system. \u00a0Knowing the production rate of your ozone system real-time can have value in tracking system performance and preventing system failures by spotting potential issues before they start.<\/p>\n

To calculate ozone production both the oxygen flow-rate and ozone concentration must be measured. \u00a0Both of these values can be measured real-time with digital devices installed inline with your ozone system.<\/p>\n

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Ozone generation system example with a Mass Flow Meter, UV Ozone Analyzer, and Oxygen Purity Meter installed inline.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Mass Flow Meter:<\/span><\/h3>\n
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GFM Mass Flow Meter<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The GFM Mass Flow Meter<\/a> will measure and display oxygen flow through your system real-time with a pressure compensated flow rate. \u00a0A mass flow meter measures the overall mass of gas passing through the device using ultrasonic technology. \u00a0This ensures reliable and repeatable flow measurements that do not require any conversions for temperature or pressure changes to the gas stream. \u00a0An LCD display or digital output can be provided to record oxygen flow rate.<\/p>\n

UV Ozone Analyzer:<\/span><\/h3>\n
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UV-HCR Ozone Analzyer<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The UV-HCR Ozone Analyzer<\/a> will measure ozone concentration real-time to indicate the actual concentration of ozone produced by your ozone generator. \u00a0 The UV Analyzer uses UV absorption technology to measure ozone concentration. \u00a0This unit provides an LCD display or digital output to record ozone concentration.<\/p>\n

A sidestream of ozone gas must flow through the UV ozone analyzer (1-2 LPM). \u00a0Some of the ozone will be destroyed in the UV lamp measurement tube, the remaining must be converted back to oxygen safely using an ozone destruct device.<\/p>\n

Oxygen Purity Meter:<\/span><\/h3>\n
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OXL-12L Oxygen Purity Meter<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The\u00a0OXM-12L Oxygen Purity<\/a> meter will measure oxygen purity real-time to ensure the oxygen purity remains stable and sufficient for efficient ozone production. \u00a0Ultrasonic technology is used to measure the composition of gas and ensure oxygen purity remains consistent. \u00a0This unit provides indicator lights to display oxygen purity and a digital output, an LCD display is optional.<\/p>\n

Data Logger:<\/span><\/h3>\n
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DL-3 Data Logger<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Data from each of the devices can be input into a PLC for real-time calculation and reporting of ozone production in g\/hr or lb\/day. \u00a0Data can also be recorded with a simple <\/a>datalogger that can record data from each device real-time to be recorded for later review.<\/p>\n

When measuring ozone concentration in % by weight the feed-gas (air or oxygen) must be factored into the calculation as oxygen and air have different weights. When calculating a percentage of a weight, it is necessary to know the weight of carrier gas.<\/p>\n

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Ozone Calculations:<\/span><\/h3>\n

Ozone Calculations and online calculators can be found at the links below:<\/p>\n

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