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MDM50 Portable Hygrometer

Self-contained instrument weighs only 4kg, rapid spot-check measurements to –50°C dp, T95 to –35°C dew point in <10 minutes

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Simple to use and rugged, the MDM50 high-speed portable hygrometer is the ideal tool for a wide range of on-site maintenance spot checks. The robust integral sample system and fast-response polymer moisture sensor provide a quick, accurate moisture measurement in a broad range of dew-point applications.

• Rapid spot-check measurements to -60°C dew point
• 16 hours operation between recharging
• Sample at pressure or atmospheric
• Accuracy +/-2°C dew point
• Traceable 9-point calibration certificate
• Rugged industrial design
• Compact and simple to use
• Sample connection kits
• Response to -60°C dew point in 3 minutes
Performance
Measurement TechnologyPolymer Capacitive
Measurement Range–60 to +20°Cdp
Accuracy±2°Cdp
Response TimeT95 to -60 °C dew point in <3 minutes
Repeatability0.5 °C dew point
Electrical Specifications
OutputUser configurable over range; 4–20 mA (2-wire connection, current source)
Moisture Display/OutputDew point
Power SupplyRechargable NiMH battery pack with 16-hour life from full charge
Battery Charger Universal battery charger included
Electrical Safety EN61010-1
Operating Specifications
Operating Temperature-20 to +50°C
Compensated Temperature Range-20°C to +50°C
Storage Temperature-20°C to +60°C
Maximum Operating PressureLow-pressure version (LP): 2 MPag (20 barg)
High-pressure version (HP): 10 MPag (100 barg)
Recommended Flow Rate1 to 5 Nl/min
Sampling System ConfigurationPressurized or atmospheric
Mechanical Specifications
Ingress ProtectionNEMA Type 6*
Display TypeFlush mounted 3.5 digit red LED
Carry CaseYellow Peli propylene case with internal storage of charger, sample tube accessories and output connector
Weight4kg
Sample BlockStainless steel, fully self-contained sample system with fixed orifice ports for flow control/pressure or atmospheric measurement and built-in filtration using a standard drop-in cartridge
Filter CartridgeRemoves 99.5% of particles ≥0.3μm supplied with cartridge installed. Spare cartridges are available
Sample ConnectionsOptional: Legris pneumatic fittings
6mm Swagelok® tube fittings
1/4” Swagelok® tube fittings
Sample tubingLow-pressure version (LP): 2m of 6mm O/D PTFE supplied
High-pressure version (HP): Metering valve and port adaptor
NOTES * NEMA Type 6 when case closed
• Compressed air
• Gas generators
• Railway Pneumatics
• Plastic moulding dryers
• Additive manufacturing
• Instrument air
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