Data Sheet Hydrazine Monitor

SS/7835_7
Model 7835

 Low maintenance requirements

 pH and temperature compensated

 Refurbishable electro-chemical sensor

 Dual range

 Fast response
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Introduction General Information

In the battle against boiler plant corrosion the addition of The ABB 7835 Hydrazine Monitor is a microprocessor-based
hydrazine into the boiler feed water as an oxygen scavenger is instrument which uses and electro-chemical cell to measure
now a firmly established practice and has made possible tighter accurately the amount of hydrazine in boiler water. The
controls over dissolved oxygen levels. A reduction in corrosion information provided by the monitor makes it possible to avoid
leads to a reduction in plant breakdowns which, in turn, leads to expensive overdosing of hydrazine or the avoidance of more
a reduction in operating costs. Hydrazine reduces this corrosion costly damage to boiler plant due to the under-dosing of
in three ways: hydrazine.
1. It reacts with oxygen to form nitrogen and water. The Model 7835 is an accurate reliable instrument providing
trouble-free operation and requiring a minimum of routine
2. It breaks down into ammonia at high temperature and
maintenance. It measures hydrazine over two ranges:
pressure which increases the pH of the water, thus
0 to 99.9g/kg and 0 to 999g/kg, the ranges being selected
reducing the risk of acidic corrosion.
manually or, if required, switched automatically by the
3. It reacts with any soft haematic layers on boiler tubes microprocessor. The monitor is housed in two, lockable steel
and changes them to a much harder layer of magnetite. cases consisting of a liquid handling section and an electronics
section. The electronic case is protected to IP55 and can be
The magnetite layer formed from the haematite helps to protect
separated from the liquid handling section by up to 100m
the boiler tubes from damage in the event of dissolved oxygen
(325 ft).
surges and gives a certain amount of protection against
dissolved salts. However, unless an excess of hydrazine over
and above the amount needed to scavenge the oxygen is
present, this layer reverts to haematite and the protection is then
lost.
In the past, batch sampling was considered adequate to keep a
check on hydrazine levels but because the amount of hydrazine
required varies as plant conditions change, it is now recognised
that a continuous record and/or control is desirable.

Model 7835-200 Main Components

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Liquid Handling Section

The major components of the liquid handling section are a
constant head unit, a calibration solution container, a solenoid
valve, a hydrazine sensor and a sample buffering system.
Constant head unit – provided after the sample input to the
monitor to stabilize flow conditions during sample pressure
changes.
Calibration solution container – calibration is achieved by
substituting a known hydrazine solution for the sample. A
container, fixed to the inside of the door, is provided to hold the
standard which is introduced to the sensor via a solenoid valve
actuated from the electronics section.
Hydrazine sensor – this comprises a central ceramic tube
which is fitted in a gel-filled outer jacket. A silver cathode wire is
wound round the outer surface of the tube and a spiral platinum
anode is inserted down the centre. Sample flows up through the
tube, over the platinum anode and out to waste. Electrical
contact between the two electrodes is made via the ionic
transport through the porous ceramic. The resultant current is
proportional to the concentration of hydrazine in solution.
Buffering system – as optimum sensor performance is
achieved under high alkaline pH conditions, the model 7835
Hydrazine Monitor incorporates a caustic soda reagent solution
to adjust the pH of the sample. This is achieved by introducing
the caustic into the sample via a porous disc, a method which
eliminates the moving parts associated with the use of pumps or
other mechanical injection systems making the pH adjustment
reliable and virtually maintenance-free.

Plug and Platinum Wire

Anode Assembly

Sample Outlet

'O' Ring

Silver Wire Cathode

Temperature
Sensor

Outer Jacket Ceramic Tube

Filled with Gel/Silver
Oxide Mixture

'O' Ring
Sample Inlet Nipple

Model 7835-300 Hydrazine Sensor

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Electronics Section
Receiving current from the hydrazine sensor and sample
temperature information from a thermistor incorporated in the
sensor body, the electronics section converts these signals to a
digital display of hydrazine concentration. It also provides
current, alarm and remote indication of range outputs as well as
the power supply for the liquid handling section. The digital
display is a 7-segment LED which indicates the following
information:
a) Hydrazine concentration (low range) 0 to 99.9g/kg
(high range) 0 to 999g/kg
b) Running mode Normal – indicates
hydrazine concentration
During calibration –
indicates CAL
c) Sample temperature Displays sample Model 7835-100 Transmitter Unit
temperature in degrees
Celsius
The push buttons on the facia are used to set/display the alarm
d) Alarm settings Displays high or low alarm values, the calibration solution concentration, the sample
settings in g/kg temperature and to trigger a calibration sequence. A 3-position
switch mounted directly below the buttons selects the range:
e) Calibration concentration Displays the concentration
0 to 99.9g/kg (range 1); 0 to 999g/kg (range 2); or automatic
of the calibration solution
range change.
f) Near Calibration fail Displays flashing reading
Two isolated current outputs provide remote indication of
when sensor is about to fail
reading and two sets of contacts give a remote indication of
g) Calibration fail Displays CF range: further sets of contacts energize in the event of calibration
fail and alarm conditions.
The information displayed depends upon the operating
conditions and which push buttons on the monitor facia are
depressed at the time.

Mains Supply
100/240V

Temperature Sensor Input Two Isolated current Outputs

Hydrazine Sensor Input 0 to 10mA, 0 to 20mA or 4 to 20mA

Alarm 1 Output
Alarm 2 Output

Calibration Mode Indication Output Range Indication Outputs

0 to 99.9g/kg
Calibration Fail Indication Output 0 to 999g/kg
Calibration Change-over Valve
Solenoid Supply

Model 7835-100 Inputs and Outputs

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Calibration Method Model 7835-100 Inputs and Outputs

A reservoir situated inside the liquid handling section is fitted with
a standard solution of known hydrazine concentration, the value
of which is fed into the transmitter unit by the operation of push
buttons on the monitor facia. The calibrate button is then
depressed. No further action by the operator is required as the
monitor automatically introduces the calibration solution, carries
out any adjustments and then returns the monitor to the sample
mode.
During normal operating conditions the sample enters the
constant head unit inside the monitor where the flow is
stabilized. Caustic solution is added to the sample via a porous
disc before it passes through the sensor cell and out to drain.
During calibration the 3-way solenoid valve is activated and the
sample is replaced by a standard solution of known hydrazine
concentration.

Hydrazine Sensor Reagent Solution Container Calibration Solution Container Constant Head Unit

Drain
Drain

3-way Solenoid Valve Sample Inlet

Drain
Micro-porous
Disc

Sample Path During Normal Operating Conditions

Hydrazine Sensor Reagent Solution Container Calibration Solution Container Constant Head Unit

Drain
Drain

3-way Solenoid Valve Sample Inlet

Drain
Micro-porous
Disc

Sample Path During Calibration Mode

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Cell Refurbishment Electronic Servicing

After approximately three months (dependent on operating In the event of an electronic fault, a fixed price exchange
conditions) the sensor current reduces to a level where the circuit board scheme is operated.
calibration fails. When this happens the sensor needs to be
removed, cleaned and filled with fresh gel. An applicator and
recharge of gel is available as a pack. Reagent
5M sodium hydroxide + 5g/litre EDTA
Consumption – 250ml every 3 months.
Maintenance
Calibration 1 to 4 weekly
(depending on operating conditions)
Refurbish 3 monthly
Change reagent solution 2 to 4 weekly
Change monitor tubing 12 monthly

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Specification – Transmitter

General Mechanical Data

Range Dimensions
0 to 99.9g/kg or 0 to 999g/kg 356mm wide x 300mm high x 200mm deep
(14 in. wide x 11.8 in. high x 7.87 in. deep)
Accuracy
5% of reading or 2g/kg whichever is the greater for hydrazine Mounting
concentrations up to 500g/kg Four holes 8.5mm (0.33 in.) diameter
Better than 10% of reading above 500g/kg 230mm (9.05 in.) centres horizontal

Response time 230mm (9.05 in.) centres vertical

90% of a step change in less than 3 minutes Weight
Stability 12kg (26.4 lb)
5% of reading or 2g/kg per week Case protection
(whichever is the greater)
IP55
Calibration
Manual initiation of automatic calibration sequence
EMC
Every 1 to 4 weeks depending on operating conditions
Emissions
Conforms to EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
Outputs and Relays Classifications
Outputs BS EN 50081 – 2
Two isolated current outputs in the range
BS EN 50082 – 2
0 to 10, 0 to 20 or 4 to 20mA
Max. impedance 1k Design and manufacturing standards
External alarms CE mark
Two voltage-free contacts (concentration alarms) Electrical safety
rated 250V 2A non-inductive. Normal or failsafe BS EN 61010 – 1
Remote range indication
Two voltage-free contacts
rated 125V AC 0.4A non-inductive

Power Supply
Voltage requirements
100/110/120/200/220/240V, 50/60Hz, 100VA

Power supply tolerances

Voltage +10% –20%
Frequency min. 47Hz max. 65Hz

Electrical connections
Via glands in terminal box

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Specification – Sensor Unit

Connections and Cabling Mechanical Data

Connections Dimensions
Sample inlet 6mm (1/4 in.) OD compression fitting 300mm wide x 400mm high x 200mm deep
(11.8 in. wide x 15.75 in. high x 7.87 in. deep)
Sample waste 10mm (0.39 in.) flexible, atmospheric drain
Sample line material stainless steel Mounting
Electrical via gland cable size 7 to 10.5mm Four holes 8.5mm (0.33 in.) diameter
(0.28 to 0.41 in.) 230mm (9.05 in.) centres horizontal
Max. core size 330mm (13 in.) centres vertical
Mains 32/0.3mm Weight
Signal 24/0.2mm
11kg (24.2 lb)
Maximum distance between sensor and transmitter unit
100m (325 ft)

Environmental Data
Ambient temperature
0 to 55C (32 to 131F)

Sample temperature
5 to 55C (41 to 131F)

Sample flow
25 to 500ml/min

Sample pressure
Max. 30 bar with 0216-403 input valve
15mbar without input valve

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Electrical Connections

TB1 TB3
0V 0V
+
RNG 1 IOUT 1 –
Remote +
RNG 2 Indication of IOUT 2
–
Measurement 0V
RNG 3 Range
TB4
RNG 4
Th1
0V S1
TB7 S2
1 Th2
2 Connections to 0V
Sensor Unit
3 SOL
4 24S
24V
TB2 SOL2
NO
COM Calibration
Indication Remote Switch
NC Inhibit
NO
COM Calibration TB5
Fail External
NC Remote
Alarm
NO Contacts Cal
Alarm
COM 1
NC TB6
NO
COM
Alarm Mains L
2 Power N
NC
Supply
E

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Overall Dimensions

Dimensions in mm (in.)

20 (0.79) 200 Earth 300

(7.87) Stud (11.8)
10 M6 230 8.5 (0.33) OD
(0.39) (9.05)
11.81)

(9.05)
300

230
Terminal
Box

Earth Stud M6
Interconnecting
Cable Gland 356
(14.01)

Model 7835-100 Transmitter Unit

Dimensions in mm (in.)

300

25 (1.0)
200
25 (1.0)

(7.87) (11.8)
46 230 8.5 (0.33) OD. 25
(1.81) (9.05) (1.0)

Inter-
Connecting Blank
Cable
400 (15.7)

Gland
(11.8)
330

1/4 in. OD
Stainless
Steel
Tube

10 Earth 20 35
(0.4) (Ground)Stud M6 (0.79) (1.38)
Connect to a 160 To Fit 75
good known (6.3) 10 (0.4) OD 35
earth (2.95)
Flexible (1.38)
Tube

Model 7835-200 Sensor Unit

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Dimensions in mm (in.)

Sample
490 Suggested Installation Layout Input
(19.3)

7835-
0216-403 Inlet Valve
1/4 in. Swagelock Fittings
Up to 100m (30.76 ft)
7835-100/200 With Door Open
0216-404 Sample Filter
1/ in. Swagelock Fittings
4
Drain

Suggested Installation Layout

Ordering Information
Supplied with monitor: Sample inlet valve 0216-403 (supplied loose) 30 bar (435 psi)
max. input pressure 6mm (1/4 in.) compression fittings.
a) Instruction manual
Sample filter 0216-404 (supplied loose) 60 micron 6mm (1/4 in.)
b) Hydrazine sensor 7835-385
compression fittings.
c) 2m (78 in.) of interconnecting cable
Hydrazine sensor simulator box. A current source to test the
d) Cell recharging pack 7830-061 functioning of the transmitter unit 9439-950.
Additional options: Details on a range of sample cooling equipment are available on
request.
Interconnecting cable 0233-835 specify length up to 100m
(325 ft).

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