Modern metallurgical processes rely on controlled atmospheres to have protective or reactive effects on the metals being treated. Monitoring oxygen levels increases efficiency in the combustion control of a furnace and indicates the oxidizing potential of a controlled atmosphere. Excess of oxygen can result in reduced product quality or degradation of the product properties e.g. through oxidation. This means that the final product cannot be sold at the desired price or must be scrapped.
Application/Service | Measurement | Gas Stream | Analyzer Options |
Control of the oxygen levels in furnace fuel gas for sintering metal powders. | <1 ppm O2 | N2, H2 |
PI2-MS 500/1000 GPR-1900 MS GPR-1600 Spot Checking GPR-1200 MS GPR-1200 |
Application/Service | Measurement | Gas Stream | Analyzer Options |
Monitoring enriched oxygen feeds for the following processes:
| 30% to 100% O2 | Varies |
GPR-3100 GPR-2600 GPR-2900 Spot Checking GPR-3500 MO GPR-2000 |