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Filtertechnik’s Particle Pal range for oil and diesel fuel testing utilises both Laser Particle counters (FS9V2) and new Digital Imaging Particle Counters (FS9V3).

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Filtertechnik’s Particle Pal range for oil and diesel fuel testing utilises both Laser Particle counters (FS9V2) and new Digital Imaging Particle Counters (FS9V3). We can also supply units with genuine RH water sensing for oils and diesel fuels (once calibrated it will only be accurate on the calibrated fluid).

Contact us to find out more about Filtertechnik’s Particle Pal range or any of our other NDT equipment, or request a quote online.

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Specification

Filtertechnik’s Particle Pal range for oil and diesel fuel testing is available in the following series of units;

FS9V2

Portable Oil and Diesel Contamination Monitor

Particle Pal is a self-contained portable measuring system that gives ISO, NAS and SAE Particulate Cleanliness readings and Water Content analysis for Oils and Diesel Fuels. Complete with a rechargeable battery, high-pressure internal gear pump and controlled flow rate. Whether on-site or in the laboratory, the Particle Pal will provide cleanliness readings in real time to allow you to understand the condition of your oil or fuel.

Our FS9V2 units now have a single LCD showing all the connected sensors in real time. We’ve added an internal memory for capturing data with a simple USB data transfer of results which can be printed in tabular or graphical format. Also included is powerful trending software which shows real-time cleanliness data in graphical format via USB transfer to a connected PC.

Water sensors can be included to show the humidity of any oil as a % saturation. For diesel fuels, we can include genuine water parts per million (PPM) sensor. Also for fuels, we have developed a density sensor version which accurately detects the slightest change in a diesel fuel’s density which is helpful when fuel tampering is suspected.

All Particle Pal’s can draw from oil stored in tanks or from sample bottles. Alternatively, the units can analyse oils from pressurised systems via a High-Pressure adaptor which is capable of 350 Bar inlet pressures. Viscosities up to 420cst* are catered for as standard with higher viscosity oils capable of being measured if oil is pre-heated to 40-55 *C. *100cst oil at room temperature is 350cSt.

FS9V2-RH

Portable Oil Contamination Monitor and Diesel

FS9V2-RH Real-time measurement and display of particulate and water as %RH (% Saturation)

We have further developed the award-winning Particle Pal by integrating a water sensor that displays the percent saturation or relative humidity (RH) in real time.

By incorporating a state of the art water sensor into the FS9V2 compact design, you can now get instant water %saturation levels for accurate, repeatable measurement as well as the same features the new FS9V2 Particle Pal offers; ISO/NAS/SAE readouts of particulate cleanliness, memory, priming features etc.

Why is water level measurement so important?

Most oils have a maximum allowable water content level. When water levels exceed this value, whether as emulsified, entrained or free water, moisture-related problems are inevitable. Rapid oxidation, depletion of the additive package and rusting of internal components are just a few of the many issues that water in oils causes.

FS9V2-RH-HP (High-Pressure option)

The HP version of the new Particle Pal allows you to connect to a live hydraulic or lube system up to 350 Bar. The reducer valve allows oil to flow into the Particle Pal at 2 Bar.

To find out how the Particle Pal can benefit you, please contact one of our expert team to discuss further.

Particle Pal Range:

Please click on the links below to see the other Particle Pal models in the range:

Oils
FS9V2 Particle Pal: Live ISO/NAS/SAE particulate readings for Oils and Diesel Fuels
New: Particle Pal Life: Particulate, Water Content and Remaining Useful Life of any oils
Diesel
FS9V2-PPM-DEN Particle Pal: Live Particulate, Water PPM and accurate Density sensor to alert to the presence of kerosene, water or any other foreign substance
FS9V2-PPM Particle Pal: Live Particulate and genuine PPM (Parts Per Million) Water content

FS9V2-RH-DEN

Particle counting for oil and diesel with a water and density sensors

The Particle Pal Fuel Quality Monitor is a self-contained fuel quality testing system, complete with integral pump and governed flow rate. Whether on-site or in the laboratory, the Fuel Quality Monitor will provide instant cleanliness and density readings allowing you to determine if your fuel is within specification quickly.

Samples from a live delivery, fuel tank or sample bottles can be analysed quickly and accurately, thereby minimising the frequency of laboratory analysis. This pro-active maintenance approach is ideal for sites with multiple fuel tanks, thus making the Fuel Quality Monitor the ultimate survey and diagnostic unit.

The Fuel Quality Monitor comes with a fitted Laser Particulate Sensor, Accurate Water %RH sensor as well as a highly accurate Density Sensor that can alert to the presence of just 1% by volume of kerosene or water, some of the fluids typically substituted in diesel to save cost. It works on all diesel fuels, bunker fuel and gas oil.

Particle Pal Range

Please click on the links below to see the other Particle Pal models in the range:

Oils
FS9V2 Particle Pal: Live ISO/NAS/SAE particulate readings (a version for oils and fuels)
FS9V2-RH Particle Pal: Live Particulate and %RH Water detection
New: Particle Pal Life: Particulate, Water Content and Remaining Useful Life of any oil.

Fuels
FS9V2-RH Particle Pal: Live Particulate, Water %RH and accurate Density sensor to alert to the presence of kerosene, water or any other foreign substance in diesel fuel

FS9V2-OLU

Particle Pal Life

Filtertechnik have developed a World First with the Particle Pal Life. Building on the success of the award winning Particle Pal, this self-contained portable measuring system gives real time ISO Cleanliness Readings, Water Content and Oil Condition information for over 500 commonly used oils.

Particle Pal Life gives incredible insight into the health of your oil, in real time, helping engineers make informed choices with regards to oil replacement or treatment planning.

NEW Software

A 10″ touch screen LCD allows users to view data in great detail. A zoom facility allows you to focus on specific results. Within the software we have embedded oil ageing profiles for over 500 oils. Also included is the ability to self calibrate an oil life profile should your oil not be on the database. This is a one time routine where oil is taken through a calibration cycle.
Oil life sensor

The Tan Delta Full Spectrum Holistic Oil Condition sensor monitors the overall condition of the oil giving you data with unparalleled sensitivity, accuracy and precision. This enables the oil’s remaining useful life to be calculated. The sensor works with virtually any oil, drawing on a database of over 500 common industrial oils with the ability to self calibrate.
Laser particulate counter

Our Laser Particulate Counters are accurate to within ±0.5 of an ISO code with a repeatability of ±0.1%. Reporting in ISO, SAE and NAS classes as well as giving the particle quantity counts in 4, 6, 14 and 21 micron sizes.
Water sensor

Water in oil is a contaminant that causes additive depletion, microbial growth and encourages contamination from solids. The in-built water sensor shows the humidity of any oil as a % saturation.
Case design

Lightweight and heavy duty, the outer casing is ideal for working in the field. Supplied with an accessory case containing all the equipment you need to conduct tests and self calibrate oils not on the database.
Off-site data backup

A built in SIM card provides an option for data to be automatically transferred off-site and backed up where it can be viewed at any time. Once data is logged it can be recalled at any time to build trend history.
Optional yearly licence

All new Particle Pal Life units include software updates and off-site backup licence for the first year. Every 12 months thereafter there is an optional charge for annual sensor verification/ calibration, off-site backup and software updates, including all new oils profiled.
High pressure internal gear pump

Draw from oil stored in tanks or from sample bottles. Alternatively, the unit can analyse oils from pressurised systems via a high pressure adaptor, allowing connection to live systems up to 350 Bar.
Battery life

Complete with a rechargeable battery, giving 3-6 hours of continual use (depending on oil viscosity).

FS9V3-RH

Particle Pal Pro: Picture

We’ve embedded the latest in particle counting technology into our new Particle Pal Pro series. Giving ISO 4406 counts as well as 4, 6, 14, 21, 38, 70 & >100 micron sizing and bubble elimination. Digital imaging combined with advanced algorithms sorts particles into fatigue wear, cutting wear and sliding wear categories to give root cause analysis.

This powerful technology, when coupled with additional sensors for measuring water content and oil life, gives unprecedented on the spot insight into the condition of your oil.

Digital Image Particulate Counter

Capable of broad size determination from 4, 6, 14, 21, 38, 70 >100 micron counts. Air bubble and water droplet elimination. Shape determination to identify fatigue, sliding or cutting wear as well as fibre identification.
Spider Infographic

A multi-stage infographic helps engineers understand at a glance the condition of their oil, based on all of the data collected from the internal sensors.
Water Sensor

Water in oil is a contaminant that can contribute to microbial growth and encourage further contamination, from solids to rust. The inbuilt water sensor shows the relative humidity of any oil as a % saturation.
Battery Life

Internal rechargeable lithium batteries provide a long life for remote use.
Oil Life Sensor

The Tan Delta Full Spectrum Holistic oil condition sensor monitors the overall condition of the oil, giving you unparalleled sensitivity, accuracy and precision. This enables the oil’s remaining useful life to be calculated. The sensor works with virtually any oil, drawing on a database of over 500 common industrial oils with the ability to self-calibrate.
NEW Software

A 10” touch screen LCD allows users to view data in great detail, with zoom, trending and analysis breakdown. Within the software we have embedded oil ageing profiles for over 500 oils. Also included is the ability to self-calibrate an oil life profile, should your oil not be on the database. This is a one time routine where oil is taken through a heat cycle.
Internal Stepper Motor Pump

We’ve developed a fully controllable stepper motor driven pump to deliver exact flow rates for any oil, from 1 to 2,400 cSt. The pump also allows connection to a live system up to 350bar via a high pressure adaptor.

FS9V3-OLU

Particle Pal Pro: Picture of Health