The STS 212 S air flow sensor is engineered for reliable gaseous media monitoring in hazardous industrial environments where operational safety and airflow accuracy are essential. Designed for use in explosive atmospheres, this industrial airflow monitoring device supports ATEX Zone 0, Zone 20, and partition wall Zone 0/1 installations. Its corrosion-resistant stainless steel construction and compact G1/2 screw-in design make it ideal for demanding industrial process applications involving air movement detection, ventilation supervision, and gas flow monitoring.
Built for continuous industrial operation, the STS 212 S helps manufacturers maintain stable airflow conditions, minimize process interruptions, and improve safety compliance in hazardous production areas.
Key Features
- ATEX-certified air flow monitoring sensor
- Suitable for Zone 0, Zone 20, and partition wall applications
- Durable AISI 316 Ti stainless steel housing
- G1/2 threaded process connection
- 65 mm sensor immersion depth
- Reliable air velocity detection from 2 to 25 m/s
- M12 connector for secure industrial integration
- Compatible with certified external amplifiers
- Designed for gaseous media applications
- IP67-rated protection for industrial environments
Application
The STS 212 S is widely used in industrial ventilation systems, chemical processing facilities, gas handling systems, explosion-risk manufacturing areas, and airflow safety monitoring applications. It is suitable for industries requiring continuous airflow supervision in hazardous zones where reliable detection helps prevent overheating, airflow interruptions, and unsafe operating conditions.
Its ATEX approval enables dependable operation in explosive gas and dust environments, making it an effective solution for petrochemical plants, pharmaceutical manufacturing, food processing facilities, and industrial automation systems.
Design & Functionality
This industrial air flow sensor uses a robust stainless steel sensing element optimized for monitoring airflow in gaseous media. The screw-in installation allows secure mounting in T-pieces or welding sleeves while maintaining stable airflow measurement performance.
The compact housing design supports reliable integration into industrial pipelines and airflow channels where space efficiency and long-term durability are critical. The sensor requires an ATEX-certified amplifier with analogue or switching output for accurate signal processing and system communication.
Its fast response capability helps operators quickly identify airflow variations, enabling faster protective actions and improved process control.
Total Crossed Beams
The STS 212 S utilizes precision airflow detection technology designed for stable gaseous flow monitoring across industrial process systems.
Beam Pitch Options
Optimized sensor geometry ensures dependable airflow detection performance in compact installation environments.
Intrinsic Synchronism
The sensor supports stable operational synchronization with certified external amplifiers for consistent hazardous-area monitoring performance.
Operational Advantages
- Improves industrial airflow safety
- Supports hazardous-area compliance
- Helps reduce unexpected process downtime
- Enables accurate gaseous media monitoring
- Provides corrosion-resistant long-term operation
- Enhances ventilation and gas handling reliability
- Suitable for demanding industrial automation systems
