Ultrasonic · PS7010

Acoustic attenuation density meter

Ultrasonic · Slurry Density

The PS7010 series ultrasonic acoustic-attenuation slurry density meter employs a dual-probe through-beam measurement configuration, addressing the challenges of retrofitting aging pipelines and monitoring in hazardous‑area environments. The instrument leverages the energy attenuation of ultrasonic waves as they propagate through the slurry to accurately determine the slurry’s density and concentration, making it ideal for industries such as chemical processing, sugar refining, and mining.

Acoustic attenuation density meter

PISONICS  |  Xi’an Pisonics

PS7010 Series

Ultrasonic Acoustic Attenuation Slurry Density Meter

Dual-probe precise through-beam measurement · External clamp‑on, no drilling required · Retrofit for existing pipelines—measure immediately upon installation

Product Overview  Product Overview

PS7010 Series Ultrasonic Acoustic Attenuation Slurry Density Meter is a non‑nuclear‑source online slurry density monitoring instrument developed by Xi’an Pisonics Information Technology Co., Ltd. (PISONICS) for typical applications such as “no‑drilling installation,” “retrofit of aging pipelines,” and “monitoring in explosion‑hazard areas.” The instrument employs a dual‑probe, one‑transmit‑one‑receive through‑beam measurement configuration, with the transmitting and receiving probes mounted on opposite sides of the pipeline. It continuously analyzes the energy attenuation of ultrasonic waves as they pass through the medium, accurately converting this data into slurry density and concentration values.

The PS7010 offers both a pipe‑section type (insertion contact) and an external clamp‑on type (clamp‑on, no drilling required). In particular, the external clamp‑on version requires no drilling, no hot work, and no shutdown, enabling online slurry density monitoring to overcome traditional installation barriers—this is also the PS7010’s unique advantage over reflective‑type instruments. Within its full measurement range, the meter delivers high‑precision continuous measurement with an accuracy of ±1% FS, serving a wide range of industries including chemical processing, salt production, sugar refining, papermaking, food brewing, and mine tailings management.

Measurement Principle  How It Works

The acoustic attenuation principle is based on a simple yet reliable physical fact: as ultrasonic waves propagate through a slurry, solid particles absorb and scatter part of the acoustic energy, causing the signal strength at the receiving end to diminish.

The PS7010’s transmitting probe continuously emits ultrasonic pulses of a specific frequency into the slurry within the pipeline; the receiving probe, installed on the opposite side,实时 captures the transmitted signal after it has passed through the medium. The host unit compares the transmitted and received signal strengths, applying temperature compensation and algorithmic calibration to determine the slurry’s density/concentration value.

→ The higher the slurry concentration and the more solid particles present, the greater the acoustic attenuation, the weaker the received signal, and the higher the measured density.

Core Technical Advantages  Core Advantages

No.

Key Technologies / Features

Customer Value

1

Ultrasonic transmission measurement principle based on acoustic attenuation

With a dual-probe configuration—one transmitting and one receiving—the energy attenuation of ultrasonic waves after penetrating the slurry is directly correlated with density, offering a simple and reliable principle.

2

External-mount, hole-free installation

No need for drilling, hot work, or shutdown—deployment on the existing pipeline can be completed in just a few minutes

3

Pipe section / External dual-sensor solution

Insertion-type models offer higher accuracy, while clamp-on external-mount models provide greater installation convenience—choose freely based on your operating conditions.

4

Plug-and-play installation and removal

The external-mount type requires only steel band clamping and coupling agent application, enabling flexible deployment for both legacy pipeline retrofits and temporary monitoring points

5

Non-nuclear source, zero radiation

Completely bid farewell to the radiation hazards and environmental approval requirements of gamma-ray density meters—ensuring peace of mind and safety

6

Customized Wear-Resistant Probe

316L / 2205 duplex stainless steel + special ceramic composite, smooth and anti-scaling, with a service life of ≥ 5 years

7

Split design

The host and probe are separated, with a maximum transmission distance of 500 meters; the host can be placed in the control room, facilitating readings and maintenance.

8

Chinese–English bilingual OLED interaction

Graphical menu prompts make operation intuitive; you can get started in just 3 minutes

9

Dual-mode signal output

4–20 mA (dual-channel) + MODBUS-RTU (RS485), seamlessly integrated with PLC/DCS

10

Supports 4G remote transmission

Optional wireless module for real-time data visualization in the cloud, enabling more convenient remote operations and maintenance

11

Massive Data Storage

Cyclic storage of 20,000 real-time data points plus 400 log entries; no data loss in the event of a power outage

12

Explosion-proof / CE-certified

Optional ExdⅡCT6Gb explosion-proof model, certified by the EU CE

Two Installation Methods · One Product  Dual Installation Options

The PS7010, as a single model, supports two installation configurations, allowing customers to adapt to different site conditions without re‑selecting a new product:

Comparison Dimensions

Tubular-type (insertion-contact)

External clamp-on installation

Probe and Slurry

Direct contact with the slurry

Measure through the pipe wall without contacting the medium

Construction Requirements

Requires hole‑cutting, flange installation, or welding of a mounting base

No need for drilling, hot work, or shutdown

Installation Difficulty

Medium (standard tube section flange connection)

Ultra‑simple (steel strip fixation + couplant)

Tube Wall Requirements

No special requirements

Uniform thickness, liner-free, and made of a single material

Detachable

Disassembly requires a shutdown and flange removal

Can be disassembled and the measurement point relocated at any time

Measurement Accuracy

Higher (direct contact)

Slightly affected by the pipe wall (can be compensated and calibrated)

Recommended Applications

New pipelines, permanent monitoring, various operating conditions

Explosion-proof areas, renovation of aging pipelines, temporary monitoring, and processes that cannot be shut down

✦ Purchase Recommendation: For new projects, permanent monitoring points, or processes with stringent accuracy requirements, the pipe‑section type is recommended; for retrofitting existing production lines, explosion‑hazard areas, temporary monitoring, or processes that cannot be shut down, the external clamp‑on type is preferred.

Typical Application Scenarios  Typical Applications

  • Chemical Industry / Fine Chemicals —online monitoring of acid and alkali solution concentrations, control of reactor discharge concentrations, measurement of catalyst slurry densities
  • Salt Production / Potash Fertilizers —monitoring of saturated brine concentrations, density control of crystallization solutions, online metering of salt solution pipelines
  • Sugar Refining / Papermaking —measurement of syrup/press juice concentrations, monitoring of black liquor/white liquor densities, control of starch slurry densities
  • Food / Brewing —monitoring of fruit juice/concentrate densities, control of beer fermentation wort concentrations, measurement of dairy process concentrations
  • Mining / Mineral Processing —density control of degassed ore feeds/discharges, monitoring of tailings slurry transport densities
  • Explosion‑Hazard Areas / Retrofits —non‑hot‑work installation in flammable and explosive zones, online retrofit of aging pipelines, temporary or permanent monitoring of processes that cannot be stopped

Installation Conditions and Usage Notes  Application Notes

To ensure measurement accuracy and long‑term stability, please observe the following conditions when using the PS7010:

  • The slurry should not contain large amounts of free air bubbles (bubbles can significantly amplify acoustic attenuation errors); for bubbly processes, the PS7000 acoustic impedance series is recommended.
  • For external clamp‑on installation, the pipe wall must be uniformly thick, made of a consistent material, and the inner wall should be bare (without linings such as PTFE or rubber); otherwise, the pipe‑section type is advised.
  • For pipe‑section installation, a straight pipe section of ≥5D upstream and 2D downstream is recommended to ensure a stable flow field.
  • If the medium temperature exceeds 80°C, select the high‑temperature model; for highly corrosive conditions, duplex stainless steel 2205 or custom‑designed probes are recommended.

Technical Parameter Overview  Technical Specifications

Item

Specifications

Product Model

PS7010 Series (Acoustic Attenuation Sequence)

Measurement Principle

Ultrasonic acoustic attenuation through-transmission method (dual-probe one-transmit-one-receive)

Measured Object

Solid–liquid two-phase slurries, solutions, syrups, black liquor, and other media with no bubbles or low bubble content

Measurement Range

0 ~ 80% (mass concentration) / 0 ~ 3000 kg/m³

Measurement Accuracy

±1% FS

Resolution

0.001 g/cm³ or 0.1%

Power Supply

DC 24 V or AC 220 V ±20% (50/60 Hz), four-wire system

Overall Power Consumption

≤ 1W

Ambient Temperature

-30℃ ~ +60℃

Medium Temperature

0℃ ~ 80℃ (high-temperature models can reach 120℃)

Ambient Humidity

≤ 98%RH (no condensation)

Applicable Pipe Diameter

DN50 ~ DN1000 (larger sizes can be customized)

Installation Method

Inline (insertion/weld-in) / Clamp-on (external mounting)

Probe Configuration

Transmit probe × 1 + Receive probe × 1 (opposite arrangement)

Pipe Wall Requirements

External mounting: uniform wall thickness, no lining, consistent material

Protection Level

Tubular section IP68 / Host IP65

Explosion-proof rating

ExdⅡCT6Gb (optional)

Display Screen

128 × 64 dot-matrix OLED (Chinese/English bilingual, with optional remote display)

Analog Output

4–20 mA × 2 channels (load ≤ 500 Ω)

Digital Communication

RS485 MODBUS-RTU (baud rate and parity bits are configurable)

Remote Transmission

Supports a 4G wireless module (optional)

Data Storage

Real-time recording of 20,000 records + daily recording of 400 records

Certification

Has passed the EU CE certification

External Dimensions

288 × 190 × 95 mm (main unit)

Host Weight

Approx. 2.5 kg

Precision Beyond Limits

※ For on‑site condition assessments, feasibility analyses for external clamp‑on installations, or detailed selection guidance, please contact Pisonics’ technical engineers in Xi’an.

Precision beyond limits

For non-standard ranges, special wetted parts, or hazardous-area variants — talk to a Pisonics engineer.

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