DSE 4101

DSE 4101

DSE 4101

Product catalog summary
Overview
The DSE4101A is an inline moisture meter designed for industrial applications, particularly for monitoring moisture content in baled biomass such as straw, forage, energy grasses, and harvest residues. It utilizes microwave technology to provide continuous, non-contact moisture measurement.

Measuring Principle
The system consists of a transmitter and a receiver placed on either side of a conveyor. As a bale passes between them, a microwave signal is transmitted through the bale. The water molecules in the material oscillate when exposed to microwaves, causing energy loss in the signal. This attenuation is calculated into moisture percentage by the control unit.

Advantages
  • High Accuracy: Offers a measuring accuracy of +/- 1% with three measurements per second.
  • Non-contact Measurements: Ensures consistent and reliable results with low maintenance.
  • Fully Automated: Eliminates the need for manual measurements and can be connected to a PC or PLC for continuous monitoring.

Application Areas
  • Straw Driven Power Plants
  • Forage Dehydration Plants
  • Pelleting/Briquetting Plants
  • 2nd Generation Bio-Ethanol Plants

System Description
The basic system includes a microwave transmitter, receiver, control unit, and cables. It provides two outputs: one for average moisture content and another for actual moisture readings. The system can be configured for different bale sizes and customer-specific setups.

Technical Data
  • Measuring Range: 7% to 39% relative moisture
  • Accuracy: +/- 1% up to 30% moisture, then +/- 2%
  • Sensor Size: 220 mm x 220 mm x 100 mm
  • Control Unit Size: 500 mm x 500 mm x 220 mm
  • Frequency: 2.4 GHz
  • Output: 4-20 mA
  • Temperature Range: -15 to +40˚C
  • Ingress Protection: IP 65
  • Power: 100-230 VAC 50/60Hz, 120W
  • Compliance: CE, EN55011, EN55082, EN60204-1

Order Options
Various configurations and upgrades are available, including dual sensor versions, customer-specific parameter settings, and additional outputs. The system can also be equipped with a Profibus DP Slave Network Interface and EX Protection for Zone 22.

About DSE Test Solutions
DSE Test Solutions is a Danish company specializing in high-tech test and measurement solutions. They are a leading supplier of moisture meters for straw-driven thermoelectric plants, known for precision in the bio-energy sector.
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Catalog excerpts

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DSE4101A Inline Moisture Meter - for baled biomass

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DSE4101A Inline moisture control DSE4101A is a microwave based moisture meter designed for industrial application on conveyors and biomass processing lines. DSE4101A provides continuous monitoring of moisture content in all types of baled biomass: • Straw • Energy grasses (Miscanthus) • Harvest residues (corn stover, sugar cane ) Measuring principle DSE4101A consists of a Transmitter and a Receiver for mounting on each side of the conveyor. As a bale passes in-between the two sensors, a microwave signal is transmitted through the bale. When exposed to microwaves, the water molecules in the material...

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System description The V1 is the attenuation offset (TARE), and V2 is the total measured attenuation. The offset value V1 is compensated in the calculations before the moisture value is calculated. The basic system contains: 1 Microwave transmitter 1 Microwave receiver 1 Control unit Cables Data output The control unit is equipped with two outputs: No. 1) providing the average moisture content in the entire bale. No. 2) providing the actual moisture readings. The output signals are two 4 -20 mA signals. Inputs are available for selecting bale width or height, depending on sensor installation...

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About DSE Test Solutions DSE Test Solutions is a Danish knowledge based company that develops and manufactures high tech test- and measurement solutions for various industries. Today we are the leading supplier of moisture meters for straw driven thermoelectric plants worldwide. Our Microwave Technology is known for it's precision and has become the preferred technology in the Bio-energy sector. We strive for understanding our customers' needs and adapt our product offering accordingly. Analogue output 4-20 mA Ambient temperature -15 to +40°C Ingress Protection IP 65 Power 100-230 VAC 50/60Hz,...

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