The SDN 550 is an advanced inline flow monitoring sensor engineered for precise liquid detection in industrial automation and process control systems. Designed for low-flow applications, this compact monitoring unit provides reliable measurement and switching performance for water and glycol-based media. Its intelligent digital interface, durable construction, and simplified installation make it ideal for modern manufacturing environments requiring continuous fluid supervision and process reliability.
Industrial facilities rely on stable liquid circulation to protect machinery, cooling systems, and automated production lines. The SDN 550 supports accurate flow management while helping operators reduce equipment damage, unstable circulation, and process interruptions.
Key Features
- 7 segment flow rate indication for clear monitoring
- Simultaneous flow rate and temperature indication
- Detection range from 0 to 1 l/min
- Standardised button programming for easy setup
- Inline pipe assembly for compact installation
- Suitable for water and glycol mixtures
- Digital switching functionality for automation systems
- Reliable monitoring for low-flow applications
- Compact industrial housing for space-saving integration
- Stable operation in continuous process environments
Applications
The SDN 550 is widely used in industrial cooling circuits, machinery lubrication systems, automated processing equipment, and fluid circulation applications where accurate low-flow monitoring is essential.
Common application sectors include:
- Industrial manufacturing plants
- Process automation systems
- Cooling and chiller units
- Packaging machinery
- Hydraulic circulation systems
- Chemical processing equipment
- Water treatment systems
- Machine tool cooling applications
Its ability to monitor water and glycol mixtures makes it especially suitable for industrial temperature management systems and closed-loop cooling installations.
Design & Functionality
The SDN 550 features a streamlined inline construction that integrates directly into the pipeline without requiring complex mounting arrangements. The compact design allows efficient installation even in restricted machine layouts.
Its digital display provides immediate visibility of flow conditions and temperature values, enabling operators to quickly identify irregularities or insufficient circulation. Standardised button programming simplifies parameter adjustment and commissioning, reducing setup time during installation or maintenance procedures.
The sensor continuously supervises liquid movement and supports automated responses when flow conditions fall below configured thresholds. This helps protect pumps, cooling systems, and sensitive industrial equipment from dry running or inadequate fluid supply.
Total Crossed Beams
The SDN 550 utilizes advanced sensing technology to maintain dependable flow recognition in low-flow conditions. Its optimized internal sensing structure ensures stable signal detection for consistent monitoring performance across industrial fluid applications.
Beam Pitch Options
The sensor is engineered for compact low-flow environments where precise liquid response is critical. Its optimized detection configuration supports accurate monitoring of minimal circulation levels while maintaining stable operation in demanding industrial systems.
Intrinsic Synchronism
The SDN 550 delivers synchronized monitoring of both flow rate and temperature conditions, allowing process operators to maintain balanced system performance and improved operational safety within fluid management systems.
Operational Advantages
- Prevents equipment damage caused by insufficient liquid circulation
- Improves cooling system efficiency
- Reduces unplanned production downtime
- Enhances process reliability in automated systems
- Simplifies maintenance and monitoring operations
- Supports accurate low-flow supervision
- Enables efficient process control integration
- Optimized for industrial automation environments
The SDN 550 is an effective solution for industries requiring dependable low-flow monitoring, compact installation, and stable liquid supervision in critical process applications.
