SKU: E700280
Inmec Ci
A True Multi-Sensor — Combining Newly Developed, Integrated Measuring Capabilities
Total Solids and Ionic Activity, Combined Into a Single Process Indicator
The Inmec Ci -sensor combines our proven microwave-based Total Solids measurement with an integrated capability for detecting the ionic activity of the material being measured. An AC-driven function captures the slurry’s electrochemical behaviour for internal use by the sensor, complementing the primary measurement with a deeper characterization of the material.
Ionic activity is recognized as a key parameter in characterizing materials throughout industrial processes, offering insight that complements traditional concentration measurements. Our core focus is delivering reliable measurement solutions for crystallization and other critical processes in sugar mills, helping producers monitor and optimize their operations with greater precision.
Sugar & Sweeteners
- Crystallizers
- Clarifiers
- Evaporators
- Melters
- Molasses
Industrial
- Sludge TS infeed for dewatering
- Slurry TS control
- Starch
- Latex
- Measurement range (Total Solids): 0-95%,
Enhanced Total Solids value with ionic activity detection - Accuracy & repeatability:
+/- 0.01 % TS - Sensitivity:
+/-0.001% TS - Measuring resolution:
0.01% TS - Outputs:TS % & Temperature,
4 – 20 mA, Active and Isolated. Max load 750 Ohm. - Process conditions:
- Ph= 3-11
- Temperature= 0 – 140 C
- Pressure: recommended min 1.5 bar to avoid free air
- Sensor body: Aisi 316L.
- Model Ci includes: Ionic Detector; Aisi 316l. An AC-driven function that captures the slurry’s electrochemical behaviour for internal use by the sensor.
- Process fitting: Union-L: 2-Bolt coupling: 114.3×3.6 mm
Control the process with combined measurement – Deeper insight, in real time.
3-year warranty
A full, industry-leading warranty reflecting confidence in long-term performance.
Stable signal despite coating and buildup
Maintains a stable measurement signal even when product coating or buildup is part of normal operation
Wide Measurement Range
Accurate measurement from low concentrations to high-solids processes — one sensor covers your full production spectrum.
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Inmec Ci: frequently asked questions
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What is the Inmec Ci combination sensor?
The Inmec Ci is an inline sensor that combines Inmec’s proven digital microwave total solids measurement with integrated ionic activity detection in a single device. The combined measurement gives a more reliable Brix and total solids value in sugar crystallization and other processes where the composition of the product varies.
Why is Brix alone not always enough in sugar crystallization?
Sugar juice contains more than sucrose. Its dissolved solids also include ionically active components such as K⁺, Na⁺, Cl⁻ and organic acid salts. When the purity of the incoming juice changes, a Brix-only reading can shift, which leads to seeding away from the target supersaturation point. Measuring ionic activity alongside total solids lets the sensor account for that variation.
When should I choose the Inmec Ci instead of the Model IL?
The Model IL is the right choice where juice purity is stable, and it measures massecuite Brix reliably throughout the strike. The Inmec Ci is designed for low-purity or variable-purity streams and products with high conductivity, where combining total solids with ionic activity gives a more accurate value for seeding and pan control.
How does the ionic activity measurement work?
An integrated ionic detector uses an AC-driven function to capture the electrochemical behaviour of the product. Its signal is combined with the digital microwave total solids measurement by a multivariable algorithm that runs inside the sensor, so no separate processing unit or model tuning is needed.
Does the Inmec Ci need a separate transmitter?
No. All signal processing takes place in the sensor itself. It provides 4–20 mA outputs for total solids and temperature, active and isolated, with a maximum load of 750 Ω, directly to the PLC or DCS.
Where is the Inmec Ci used?
In sugar and sweetener production the Ci is used in crystallizers, clarifiers, evaporators, melters and molasses. Outside sugar it is used for total solids measurement in industrial sludge before dewatering, slurry total solids control, starch and latex.
What are the measurement range and accuracy of the Inmec Ci?
The measurement range is 0–95 % total solids. Accuracy and repeatability are ±0.01 % TS, sensitivity is ±0.001 % TS and measuring resolution is 0.01 % TS.
What process conditions does the Inmec Ci handle?
The Ci operates at pH 3–11 and 0–140 °C, with an AISI 316L sensor body. A process pressure of at least 1.5 bar is recommended to avoid free air at the sensor. The process fitting is a Union-L 2-bolt coupling for 114.3 × 3.6 mm pipe.
Does product coating affect the Inmec Ci measurement?
No. The measurement extends into the product volume, so the signal stays stable when coating or buildup on the sensor surface is part of normal operation, as is common in crystallizers and evaporators.
What warranty does the Inmec Ci have?
The Inmec Ci comes with a 3-year warranty, reflecting its long-term stability in continuous industrial operation.