Description
The product you are requesting a description for is the ABB Advance Optima AO2020 LIMAS21. This system is an industrial process gas analyzer that combines the versatile AO2020 platform with the high-performance LIMAS21 UV-Vis photometer analyzer module. This combination is specifically designed for the continuous and selective measurement of gases that absorb ultraviolet (UV) or visible (Vis) light.
The LIMAS21 module, the core of this system, is a high-resolution photometer that uses a grating spectrometer to measure gas concentrations, making it ideal for gases like NO, NO₂, SO₂, Cl₂, and NH₃. The integration into the AO2020 platform allows the system to leverage advanced features such as automatic calibration, extensive communication options, and a robust, user-friendly interface. The ABB Advance Optima AO2020 LIMAS21 is a critical tool for emissions monitoring and process control in a variety of industries.
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Product introduction
The ABB Advance Optima AO2020 LIMAS21 is a cutting-edge industrial process gas analyzer system that combines the powerful LIMAS21 UV-Vis photometer with the flexible Advance Optima AO2020 platform. This integrated system is meticulously engineered for continuous, precise, and reliable measurement of gas components that exhibit absorption in the ultraviolet or visible spectrum. The ABB Advance Optima AO2020 LIMAS21 is an essential tool for ensuring environmental compliance and optimizing industrial processes.
The heart of this system, the LIMAS21 photometer module, uses a high-resolution grating spectrometer to achieve highly selective measurements, minimizing cross-interference from other gases. This technology allows the ABB Advance Optima AO2020 LIMAS21 to accurately measure multiple gas components simultaneously, such as NO and NO₂ in flue gas. The modular design of the AO2020 platform ensures that this system can be easily expanded or upgraded with other analyzer modules, offering a future-proof solution that can adapt to evolving process and regulatory requirements. Positioned as a key component in sophisticated analytical systems, the ABB Advance Optima AO2020 LIMAS21 provides the critical data needed for advanced process control and environmental reporting.
Core advantages and technical highlights
The ABB Advance Optima AO2020 LIMAS21 provides a significant advantage in industrial gas analysis due to its advanced technical features and superior performance. The use of a grating spectrometer in the LIMAS21 module provides high spectral resolution, enabling highly selective measurements even in complex gas mixtures. This is a crucial feature for applications like Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS), where multiple pollutants must be accurately measured. The system’s innovative design also features a robust optical bench and a flash lamp that provides a long service life, significantly reducing maintenance needs and improving overall uptime. The ABB Advance Optima AO2020 LIMAS21 is built for reliability and continuous operation in demanding environments.
Another key highlight is the system’s ease of use and automated features. The ABB Advance Optima AO2020 LIMAS21 offers automatic calibration using an integrated cell, which eliminates the need for external, costly calibration gases. This not only lowers operational expenses but also simplifies maintenance procedures. The system’s comprehensive self-diagnostic capabilities are also a major benefit, as they provide proactive alerts for potential issues, enabling predictive maintenance and preventing unexpected downtime. Furthermore, the ABB Advance Optima AO2020 LIMAS21 is equipped with a variety of digital communication interfaces, including Ethernet TCP/IP, PROFIBUS, and Modbus, ensuring seamless integration with plant-wide control systems and data management platforms.
Typical application scenarios
The ABB Advance Optima AO2020 LIMAS21 is indispensable in several key industries where precise gas analysis is critical for process control and environmental compliance. A primary application is in Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) in power generation plants, cement factories, and waste incinerators. Here, the system is used to monitor and report on pollutants such as SO₂ and NOx in flue gases, ensuring compliance with strict environmental regulations. The ABB Advance Optima AO2020 LIMAS21 is also critical in chemical and petrochemical plants for process control and safety, particularly in the production of nitric acid, sulfuric acid, and chlorine.
In the Chlor-alkali industry, the ABB Advance Optima AO2020 LIMAS21 is essential for measuring chlorine concentration in gas streams for safety and quality control. The system’s ability to measure multiple components simultaneously makes it a highly efficient solution for complex processes. Its robust design and compliance with hazardous area approvals make the ABB Advance Optima AO2020 LIMAS21 suitable for installation in harsh and potentially explosive atmospheres. By providing real-time, accurate data, the ABB Advance Optima AO2020 LIMAS21 empowers operators to optimize processes, improve efficiency, and ensure operational safety and regulatory compliance.
Related model recommendations
The ABB Advance Optima AO2020 LIMAS21 is a part of a modular family of analyzers. Other related models and components include:
Advance Optima AO2020 Uras26: This system integrates an NDIR photometer, often used alongside the LIMAS21 to measure gases like CO₂ and CO, which are not typically measured by UV-Vis technology.
Advance Optima AO2020 Caldos27: A thermal conductivity analyzer, which can be integrated into the AO2020 platform for measuring gases like hydrogen or helium, often used as a complementary measurement to the LIMAS21.
Advance Optima AO2040: A larger system from the same series that can house up to four analyzer modules, allowing for the simultaneous measurement of multiple components and providing greater analytical capability.
EasyLine 2000: A more compact and simplified analyzer from ABB’s product line, suitable for single-component applications that do not require the full functionality of the ABB Advance Optima AO2020 LIMAS21.
LIMAS 11: An older version of the UV-Vis analyzer, sometimes used as a replacement or upgrade path to the more advanced LIMAS21 module.
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