CATHODIC PROTECTION

www.abriox.com MERLIN Rectifier Monitor

FEATURES

• Compact size - quick and easy to

install, typically 30 minutes on-site

• Hourly rectifier check

• Immediate alarm generation (user

preset thresholds on all channels)

• Weekly report with min, max and

average of all parameters for the
week

• Pipeline locate feature (offered on

MERLIN Excel)

• Cellular telephone test & set-up,

on-demand readings and control
of rectifier output relay

• Synchronization (option) enables

close interval surveys to be car-
ried out more quickly, with no
rectifier set-up required
OVERVIEW
• AC powered (110V to 230V) with
The MERLIN Rectifier Monitor is a small, compact unit housed within the
2-year battery backup. DC power
rectifier cabinet. It checks the rectifier performance and communicates (via
option for solar stations
either an internal or external antenna) using the GSM network. All data is
automatically transmitted in a management report to the system HQ where it • Sealed, weatherproof unit with
is accessed online using Abriox’s MERLIN iCPSM software. robust lightning protection and
wide operational temperature for
MERLIN Rectifier Monitors will carry out the functional checks of rectifier all extremes
output (voltage and current) required in order to comply with regulatory guide-
• Web-based user interface with
lines. They will quickly repay their capital cost when compared to monthly
graphical/tabular displays and
manual checks.
data export

MERLIN’s will report immediately if an output alarm threshold is exceeded;

they will also check that the rectifier remains powered by its external electrical
BENEFITS
supply. If the power fails, an alarm is transmitted and the MERLIN’s internal
batteries take over monitoring for up to 2 years. • Economically monitors rectifier perfor-
mance
A key feature of the Abriox MERLIN system is cellular telephone control. • Alarms when protection inadequate or
Once installed, monitors are easily and quickly set up using a cellular tele-
power fails at rectifier
phone. Further configuration (e.g. alarm levels) can be programmed and real-
time, on-demand readings can be taken of all monitored parameters. In addi-
• Data sent in automatically, wirelessly

tion, synchronized interruption cycles can be started and stopped directly • Labor freed for data interpretation and
from a cellular telephone. follow-up

• Health and Safety risks reduced

iCPSM web software provides access from any internet-enabled PC to a
password-protected CP database that is unique to each customer. Users can • Zero carbon footprint for CP monitoring
configure and control MERLIN monitors, view rectifier CP data in graphical - no vehicle surveys required.
and numerical formats or export data for further analysis and archiving.
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www.abriox.com Technical Specification

ABOUT ABRIOX
Abriox is a dynamic high tech- Inputs Physical Dimensions (H x W x D)
nology company with offices in • Rectifier AC supply (indirectly) 5” x 3.5” x 2”
Newport, UK and Cincinnati,
• Rectifier output voltage 0 to 150V DC 0.1V
USA. Weight
resolution
1lb
Our core expertise is the devel- • Rectifier output current (using shunt) ± 100mV

opment of remote monitoring DC 0.01mV resolution IP Rating

systems for utilities, working
with some of the world’s biggest
oil, gas and petrochemical com-
panies.
• ON potential of the pipe IP65
◊ ± 4V DC with AC rejection
Operating Temperature
◊ 1mV resolution
-40°F to +185°F 100% condensing humidity
◊ 10 MOhm input impedance

Our instrumentation helps im-
prove the efficiency of fuel distri-
bution networks by providing
demonstrable asset manage-
ment, safety, economic, environ-
mental and compliance benefits.
• OFF potential of the pipe (using optional relay) Lightning Protection
Outputs Surge protection on all external inputs and outputs
2,500A at 3,000V (8/20us)
• Fail-safe relay drive, 0.43A maximum at 12V DC
Additional protection using recommended arrestors
nominal
• Interruption drive, 0.43A maximum at 12V DC Backup Battery
nominal 2-year life, replaceable battery module

• Output patterns from 1s to 60s with 0.1s resolu-

Communications
tion
Cellular (GSM/SMS)
• Short circuit and surge protection

• Synchronization error less than 1ms Software Management

iCPSM (web based) or CPSM (PC based)

Enhanced models offer additional CP measurements (ON and OFF potentials) as well as the facility to synchronize re-
motely with other rectifiers on a pipeline for CIS (Close Interval Surveys) or DCVG (Direct Current Voltage Gradient) sur-
veys.

Select from 4 models:

Contact us for more information
Electrical Rectifier Rectifier Rectifier ON / OFF Remote Pipeline
on how Abriox remote monitor- Supply Voltage Current 2nd Current Potential Synchronization Locate

ing systems can improve your

network management.
MERLIN Basic


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Abriox Inc MERLIN Premium



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431 Ohio Pike

Suite 198 South

MERLIN Super



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Cincinnati MERLIN Excel



or

OH 45255

Phone: (513) 474 0565

Fax: (513) 297 0862

For more information on any of our products or services please visit our website: www.abriox.com
Email: info@abriox.com Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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