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Digital sensor for measuring suspended solids in aeration tanks at urban or industrial wastewater treatment plants.

VB5 sensor

The VB5 digital probe helps you to manage your sludge process easily. Suitable for portable and online applications, this optical sensor gives you the insight you need in a snap.

  • IR optical sensor based on absorptiometry
  • No consumables
  • Measuring ranges Sludge Blanket 0-100%
  • Digital communication Modbus RS-485
  • Sensor with low energy consumption
  • Robust Sensor
  • Open communication protocol (MODBUS RTU RS485 or SDI12)
  • Sensor with very low energy consumption

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Why trust AQUALABO?

AQUALABO, a French company, offers a combination of experience, innovation, international presence, adaptability, and ecological commitment, making it a trusted partner for water quality control.

FAQ VB5 sensor

As an optical sensor, the VB5 requires no consumables. The only care required is to keep the optical lenses clean to avoid any drift in the measurement.

The VB5's optical technology, equipped with temperature-controlled optics, pre-amplified signal and digital communication, contributes to high accuracy even under fluctuating environmental conditions.

Yes, you can calibrate the VB5 sensor in 1 point by immersing the sensor in distilled water to simulate 100% IR light transmission. This operation also makes it possible to check the cleanliness of the optical windows.