
Smoke Density Meter SDM V9
Model SDM V9
Smoke density meter SDM V9 that continuously measures stack smoke opacity from 0–100% across paths up to 20 m, with automatic daily and hourly exceedance calculation, self-alignment, zero and reference checks, 4–20 mA and RS485 Modbus outputs.
Overview
About the Smoke Density Meter SDM V9.
The SDM V9 smoke density meter continuously monitors smoke emission from all kinds of combustion and the soot contamination of inert gas. A sender mounted on one side of the chimney projects a light beam to a receiver on the other side, and the controller calculates opacity from the transmitted and forward-scattered light. Automatic self-alignment keeps the beam in the optimum position and prevents incorrect readings, while automatic zero and reference point checks and contamination monitoring keep the measurement reliable. Readings are recorded continuously in percent, and the controller calculates smoke limit exceedances on a daily and hourly basis.
Features
- Continuous monitoring and recording of opacity in percent (%)
- Automatic calculation of smoke limit exceedance, daily and hourly
- Scanning distance up to 20 m across the stack
- Automatic self-alignment, zero and reference point check and contamination monitoring
- Two 4–20 mA outputs, RS485 Modbus and an SPDT alarm relay
- CE mark by TÜV
- Helps improve combustion efficiency
Benefits
- Better accuracy over shorter path lengths
- Reliable operation through redundant measurement
- Low maintenance thanks to the self-monitoring function
- Ready for decreasing emission limit values
Options
- Blower kit for air purge (auto cleaner)
- Compressed air kit with pressure regulator, in-line filters and purge body adapters
- Multipurpose mounting bracket
Applications
- Palm oil mills
- Paper mills
- Gas-fuelled boilers
- Aluminium plants
- Steel plants
LKS supplies the SDM V9 smoke density meter in Malaysia, with installation, calibration and after-sales support. Contact our engineers for stack details and a quotation.
Specifications
| Model / ordering numbers | Controller SDM-LK-V9; sender SDS-LK-SV5; receiver SDR-LK-RV4 |
|---|---|
| Measuring principle | Transmittance and forward scattered light |
| Measuring range | 0–100% opacity |
| Engineering unit | Percent obscuration (%) |
| Scanning distance | Up to 20 m |
| Sampling time | 0.2 s |
| Output | 2 × 4–20 mA |
| Communication | RS485 Modbus |
| Alarm contact | SPDT relay, max. 5 A / 240 VAC |
| Controller power supply | 85–260 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 20 W |
| Controller display | LCD 70 × 38 mm |
| Controller ambient / operating temperature | −10 … 50 °C / 0 … 55 °C |
| Controller mounting | Panel or wall mount |
| Controller dimensions / panel cut-out | W150 × H150 × D110 mm / W137 × H137 × D90 mm |
| Controller protection / weight | IP65 front panel / 1 kg |
| TÜV certificate no. | AE50177232 001 |
| Sender / receiver element | Light emitting diode / light dependent resistor |
| Sensor body | Aluminium alloy, weatherproof IP65 |
| Sensor flange mounting | 146 mm PCD, Ø18 holes, C.T.C. 102 mm |
| Air pressurised adapter | 1/4" BSP thread |
| Max. stack temperature | 1200 °C |
| Sensor max. ambient temperature | 70 °C |
| Sensor weight | 2.0 kg |
| Auto cleaner power supply | Single phase 200–240 VAC, 50 Hz or 3-phase 345–415 VAC, 60 Hz |
| Auto cleaner | Cast aluminium, DN40 BSP connection, 120 mbar, 140 m³/h, 14 kg |
Lifecycle support
Installed, calibrated and maintained.
With more than two decades in valves and instrumentation across a diverse range of industries, we keep instruments accurate and valves healthy, because valve health management is vital for plant safety.
- Installation & commissioning
- Calibration & testing
- Maintenance & overhaul
- Dismantling & replacement
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