ALVIM AS01S3 Biofilm Sensor | Varivent Hygiene Monitoring
- Manufacturer: Alvim
- Category: Water quality, SENSORS, Biofilm Sensors
The ALVIM AS01S3 Biofilm Sensor represents the cutting edge in microbiological monitoring for industrial processes that demand the highest hygiene standards. Thanks to its native integration via VARIVENT® connection, this device enables continuous, real-time biofilm monitoring, acting as a precision drop-in replacement that seamlessly integrates into the production lines of the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries.
Its robust design, manufactured from 316L stainless steel and PEEK, guarantees complete EMI immunity and exceptional resistance to CIP cleaning processes and SIP thermal sterilization up to +150 °C. The AS01S3 allows for optimized disinfection cycles and automated Legionella prevention. To complete your water control infrastructure, explore our range of water quality. You can request technical assistance for fieldbus integrations through our contact form.
Properties
| Technical Characteristics | Ranges / Specifications |
|---|---|
| Sensor type | Electrochemical sensor for biofilm detection (Hygienic) |
| Application | Food, Pharmaceutical, Brewing and Dairy Industries |
| Materials in contact | Stainless Steel, Titanium Coated and PEEK |
| Joint material | EPDM (food grade) |
| Connection to the process | VARIVENT® (Hygienic Flush Design) |
| Sensitivity | Detection from 1% of bacterial coverage |
| Measuring range | 0 to 100% of biofilm growth |
| Thermal resistance | -10°C to +150°C (SIP suitable) |
| Maximum pressure | Up to 10 bar |
| Required conductivity | > 10 µS/cm |
| Dissolved oxygen min. | > 1 ppm (recommended) |
| Feeding | 12 or 24 V DC ±20%, 500 mA |
| Industrial outlets | 4–20 mA analog, RS485/MODBUS RTU digital |
| Cabling | 6 wires (Power + Data) |
| Configuration | RS485 or USB via proprietary software |
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