When standard AD9 Air Bubble Detector housings are unavailable, the INTROTEK® ADU Series Sensor provides a solution for non-standard, soft tube sizes ranging from 1 ⁄ 8" to 3 ⁄ 8". For certain odd-sized tubes with limited volume requirements, the ADU can eliminate tooling expenditures. Many of the AD9's characteristics are also included in the ADU, such as the most recent "MEC" pulse-type ultrasonic circuitry.
The sensor assembly contains circuitry based on a microcontroller. Based on customer requirements, Introtek may create unique algorithms to regulate functionality, including response times, time delays, and more.
ADU Series: A game-changer for air bubble detection in non-standard soft tubes
Traditional solutions frequently fail to detect air bubbles in non-standard, soft tubes. Standard air bubble detector housings, such as the AD9, may not be compatible with these odd-sized tubes, creating significant issues and necessitating bespoke tooling for low-volume production runs.
The unique Introtek® ADU Series Sensor tackles this challenge by providing a low-cost, dependable solution for non-standard soft tubes with diameters ranging from 1/8" to 3/8".
Key advantages of the Introtek® ADU Series
The ADU Series has many essential qualities, making it an appealing alternative for air bubble detection in non-standard soft tubes.
Cost-effective solution for low-volume needs
The ADU Series avoids the requirement for custom tooling, a substantial cost associated with low-volume manufacturing runs requiring odd-sized tubes. This leads to significant cost reductions for organizations with specialized requirements.
Proven ultrasonic technology
The ADU Series uses the latest generation “MEC” pulse-type ultrasonic electronics, the same dependable technology used in the popular AD9 Air Bubble Detector. This guarantees precise and dependable air bubble detection in operations.
Integrated Microelectronics Controller (MEC)
The ADU Series incorporates a microcontroller-based circuit directly into the sensor assembly. This smart positioning improves performance while simplifying installation.
Customizable functionality
Introtek recognizes that various applications demand distinct requirements. The ADU Series has the benefit of configurable control algorithms tailored to the individual requirements. This enables modifications to reaction times, time delays, and other capabilities to achieve peak performance in the individual application.
A reliable partner for the air bubble detection needs
The Introtek® ADU Series provides a strong option for anyone looking for a safe, dependable, and cost-effective technique of detecting air bubbles in non-standard soft tubes.
Custom design
- Adjusted at the factory for the best tube fit
- Reduce tooling costs for low-volume needs
Compact
- Non-invasive
- "MEC" Circuitry
Programmable
- The user can specify the sensitivity or threshold for air detection
Flexible
- Supports tubing in a variety of sizes
Operating principle
Introtek’s pulse-type ultrasonic technology offers extremely dependable, non-invasive air detection capabilities in the most essential situations where patient or process safety is paramount. Many factors that might impact the performance of amplitude or continuous wave-based sensing systems are avoided or significantly reduced, resulting in reliable and reproducible detection.
Features
- Adjusted at the factory for optimal tube fit
- Tooling expenses can be eliminated for low-volume requirements
- The compact design contains an inbuilt MEC circuitry
- Reliable pulse-type, non-invasive ultrasonic technology
- Air detection threshold or sensitivity can be user-specified
- Fits a broad variety of tube sizes
- Dry coupling; no coupling gel is required
- The color of the fluid or tubing has no bearing on accuracy
Options
- Factory adjusted for unusual tube sizes between 1/8 and 3/8
- Bi-color LED
- Personalized reaction times
- Dual redundant operation
- Reverse output logic