Fermentation Monitor QWX43

Brand: Endress+Hauser

Fermentation Monitor QWX43

Brand: Endress+Hauser
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The Fermentation Monitor QWX43 is installed directly in the fermentation tank and measures density, temperature, and acoustic velocity. Additionally, the QWX43 calculates all relevant fermentation parameters, such as degree of fermentation, residual extract, and alcohol content, the sugars of the wort or the fermentation rate.

All measured values can be integrated directly to the control system. The multi-sensor system provides precise and repeatable measurements in real time and data can be processed in Netilion, Endress+Hauser's IIoT ecosystem. Thanks to Endress+Hauser's Netilion app, users can track their fermentation processes via any internet enabled device. The fermentation process can be monitored at any time and from anywhere.

Features
  • No on-site presence required
  • Precise and repeatable measurements replace spindling and laboratory analysis
  • Minute-by-minute update of the crucial process parameters, the results can be retrieved at any time and from anywhere
  • Data-driven process improvements through comparison of values from past batches and automatic notifications
  • Automatic creation, saving and downloading of batches and values
  • Hygienic design enables tank-integrated cleaning

Specifications

Measuring Principle

  • Medium consistency

Measuring Method

  • Continuous measurement of density, viscosity, ultrasonic velocity, temperature and all fermentation parameters in beer

Application

  • Easy and convenient inline fermentation monitoring

Supply Voltage

  • 24 VDC
  • 10…30 VDC

Measuring Range

  • Calculated values: Extract: up to 32° Plato; Alcohol: up to 12 %mass
  • Measured values: Viscosity: 0 to 20 mPas; Density: 0.95 to 1.15 g/cm³; Temperature: -5°C to 35°C (+23°F to +95°F); Sound velocity: 1200 to 1800 m/s

Accuracy (Measured Errors)

  • Viscosity: 0.02 mPas
  • Density: 0.0001 g/cm³
  • Temperature: 0.08 °C
  • Sound velocity: 0.23 m/s

Ambient Temperature

  • -20°C…+60°C (-4°F...+140°F)

Process Temperature

  • -10°C…+110°C (-14°F...+230°F)

Process Pressure

  • Vacuum...16 bar (Vacuum...232,1 psi)

Output / Communication

  • Direct communication with PLC via TCP/IP
  • Communication with Netilion Cloud services via Internet

Connection

  • Tri-Clamp ISO2852, DIN11851
  • DRD, Varivent N

Ex Certification

  • No Ex certificates

Additional Certifications

  • EHEDG and 3-A conform constructed
  • EG1935/2004

Options

  • Tube extension
  • 5 m cable
  • Plug connector M12
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