Oil on Water Monitors

The Model ODL-1600 monitors a water surface for the presence of an oil film floating on the surface. The instrument projects a laser bean onto the water surface and measures the differences in the reflection properties between water and oil.

This model is the most recent in a series of oil on water monitors. These have been field proven over decades and are used in a wide variety of installations worldwide. These instruments include the Models ODL-12 and ODL-20.

The design of the model ODL-1600 is the result of decades real world experience and features many new enhancements including faster signal processing, improved optical design and continuous scanning laser system. These design enhancements enable the Model ODL-1600 to offer improved oil detection even for non-ideal water surfaces such as those with bubbles present.

This model complements our existing range. If installation in hazardous areas is required, we recommend our intrinsically safe Model SODL-20 version. The Model SODL-20 has official certification showing compliance with the relevant IEC standards. Please refer to a separate specification sheet for information on this particular version.

Features

  • Non contact detection system.
  • Scanning laser beam system provides enhanced detection even under difficult surface conditions such as the presence of floating debris, bubbles or curved oil surfaces.
  • Scanning system contains no moving parts reducing power consumption and increasing reliability.
  • Fast signal processing and short pulse cycle of laser bean provides excellent detection ability even on water surfaces with ripples and waves.
  • Internal micro-computer provides comprehensive diagnostic and maintenance information including reflected light intensity, oil detection history etc.
  • The instrument is also capable of detecting leakage of water or oil on dry surfaces.
  • Enhanced optical design enables mounting of the detector from 0.3m up to 3m from the water surface (mounting up to 5m is possible for smooth water surfaces).
  • Rugged, cast aluminium enclosures suitable for mounting in harsh, industrial environments.
  • Simple, easy to adjust mounting brackets allow easy installation and maintenance.
  • A single transmitter can control up to two detectors (optional).
Oil on Water Monitors
Oil on Water Monitors