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Steam Quality Monitoring - Steam QM-3

Steam Quality Monitoring - Steam QM-3

Steam Quality Monitoring - Steam QM-3

Product catalog summary
Introduction
The Steam QM-3 by Armstrong International is an advanced steam quality monitor designed to automate the measurement of steam quality, which traditionally has been a manual, time-consuming, and potentially unsafe process. It is particularly useful for pharmaceutical manufacturers, hospitals, and other facilities requiring high-quality steam for sterile applications.

Specifications and Standards
The Steam QM-3 measures the dryness fraction, superheat, and non-condensable gases in steam. It complies with the European Standard EN 285, which specifies requirements for steam sterilizers used in healthcare. Key requirements include a steam dryness of >0.95 for metal loads and >0.9 for non-metal loads, a maximum superheat of 25°C (77°F), and non-condensable gas volume not exceeding 3.5% of the condensed liquid volume.

Applications
The device is applicable in the pharmaceutical industry for autoclaves and sterilization processes, as well as in hospitals.

Product Features
  • Simple "Plug and Play" installation.
  • Simultaneous monitoring of steam dryness, superheat, and non-condensable gases.
  • Safe alternative to manual steam sampling.
  • RS485 connection for data logging and remote monitoring via MODBUS.

Performance and Advantages
The Steam QM-3 offers several advantages over manual methods, including quick installation, continuous data trending, enhanced safety, and reliable accuracy within +/- 1% of steam dryness. It is portable, allowing easy transport to multiple monitoring points.

Installation and Operation
Installation Qualification/Operational Qualification (IQ/OQ) procedures are available to ensure compliance with standards. The package includes insulation covers, a wall mount, and all necessary accessories. An optional data logger is available.

Technical Specifications
  • Steam Operating Pressure Range: 0.5-4 barg (7-60 psig).
  • Voltage: 110/230 VAC.
  • Cooling Water: 15 l/h at 10°C (4 gph at 50°F).

Conclusion
The Steam QM-3 is a reliable and efficient solution for monitoring steam quality, enhancing safety, and ensuring compliance with international standards.
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Steam Quality Monitor – Steam QM-3 Until now measuring steam quality has largely been a manual process, which is time consuming and presents inherent safety and accuracy risks. Steam QM-3* is an intelligent solution that allows pharmaceutical manufacturers, hospitals, and other facilities concerned with steam quality to easily and efficiently measure the quality of steam used for sterile applications. Steam QM-3 is an automatic steam quality monitor which determines and communicates the dryness fraction, the amount of superheat present, and the concentration of non-condensable gases in steam....

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Steam Quality Monitor – Steam QM-3 Manual Versus Automatic Until now steam quality measurement has been a time-intensive, unreliable and potentially unsafe process. Steam QM-3 is not only more reliable and safer than manual testing, the unit is also portable, so it can be easily transported to multiple points on your steam line. When you compare Steam QM-3 to manual testing methods the choice is clear: Manual Method Automatic Method Description • A sample of clean steam is condensed, and the enthalpy allows measurement of steam dryness, and NCG content. • Temperature measurement before condensation...

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Armstrong provides intelligent system solutions that improve utility performance, lower energy consumption, and reduce environmental emissions while providing an “enjoyable experience.” Armstrong International North America • Latin America • India • Europe / Middle East / Africa • China • Pacific Rim armstronginternational.com Bulletin 315-B Printed in U.S.A. – 3/14 © 2014 Armstrong International

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.