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Product page: https://vutlan.com/analog-sensors/55-vt593-spot-leak-sensor.html
Datasheet page: https://vutlan.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AQAkqQ
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Keywords: #leak #leakage #spot #water #sensor #spot leak sensor #zone #floor #drip #fluid
Function and purpose
The sensor detects water by increasing capacitance on two metal poles. The detector is encapsulated in plastic housing. Due to the low applied voltages and the applied leakage detection principle, it does not rust over time.
Product page: https://vutlan.com/analog-sensors/169-vt593-spot-leak-sensor.html
Dimensions
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Usage example
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Can be connected to any analog port (A1...A8) of the Vutlan monitoring unit.
The maximum amount of sensors and maximum length can be extended using the VT408 / Sensor extension unit.
Dimensions
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Usage example
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Other installation examples of similar sensors for leak detection can be found in our articles "Water leakage detection using cable sensor and spot sensor" and "Leak detection under raised floors in data centers".
Technical specifications
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Description | The sensor has two RJ connectors. RJ 6P4C connects to the analog port of Vutlan monitoring system. RJ 4P2C connects the leak detector with two poles. | |
Sensor type: | Analog | |
Dimensions | 60×18×18 mm | |
Weight | 60 g | |
Input | 2 wire (WDC cable)Detection | |
Capacitive | Output | RJ11 / RJ12 (6p4c) |
Detection | Capacitive | |
Operating temperature | -10 °C to +80 °C | |
Operating humidity | 5% to 95% (Non-Condensing) | |
Mounting | Mounting bracket included. | |
Power consumption | 60mW | |
Max. distance m | 100 m | |
HS Code | 9025 80 400 | |
Components | Manufactured in E.U. | |
Special features | Response time: | 15 sec., seconds |
Recovery time: | Depends on how fast the sensor dries out |
Manufactured in | Slovak Republic, E.U. |
HS Code | 9025 80 400 |
GTIN |
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Description | The detector is used in combination with the "VT593 / Spot leak sensor" for level monitoring of conductive liquids in containers, pits, cellars, etc. The sensor has two stainless steel poles. The detector is encapsulated in plastic housing for conductive liquids. The sensor can be connected to dry contact inputs (e.g. an alarm system). Can be placed near plumbing, trays, raised floors, under equipment, sinks, aquariums, sump pumps, refrigerators, dishwashers, toilets, basements, washing machines, water heaters, and garages. |
Detectable liquids | Clean, polluted & distilled water; acids; alkalis; alcohols, and other electrically conductive liquid |
Dimensions | 30x20x8 mm |
Lengths | 1-meter cable |
Weight | 21 g with cable |
Operating humidity | 20%RH～100% |
Working temperature | -10℃～50℃ |
Outputs | Two wires, RJ 4P2C plug. |
Output form | NO normally open |
Special features | The measuring electrodes are resistant to chlorine and salt water (stainless steel AISI 316 / V4A) |
Package content
Linked page VT593 Water spot detector package content
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Installation
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Installing the detector | Steps |
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A: For non-conductive surfaces. B: For conductive surfaces. C: For liquid level detection. D: For installing on to vertical surfaces for level detection. |
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Connecting the sensor
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Connect the "VT593 / Spot leak sensor" to the monitoring unit into any available analog port. The connection is plug-an-play. Use RJ11/12 6p4c to RJ11/12 6p4c cable.
Connect the "SLD / Spot leak detector" to the "VT593 / Spot leak sensor".
Analog sensor connection
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Linked page https://vutlan.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/DEN/pages/1016274/Analog+sensors+connection
Sensor configuration
Linked page https://vutlan.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/DEN/pages/1016314/Sensor+configuration
Cable pinouts
The sensor uses a standard Vutlan analog sensor cable (RJ11/RJ12 6P4C to RJ11/RJ12 6P4C) for connecting to the monitoring unit. You can find further instructions in the Analog sensors connectionSensors Connection article
The detector uses two wires. It has a black and red wire. Plus or minus is irrelevant.
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