Fuel Storage Tank Temperature Monitoring System

Petroleum storage tanks and cryogenic product storage facilities (liquid natural gas, LPG, ethylene, ammonia, etc.) require sensitive temperature monitoring systems to give ample warning of elevated temperatures prior to combustion. By providing an advanced notice of rising temperatures, appropriate steps can be taken to prevent a disaster from happening. Senkox TDS-FS Temperature Monitoring System is the ideal solution to fill this role. The TDS-FS system is composed of multiple Senkox HSD Linear Hot Spot Detectors and accessories; the HSD Linear Hot Spot Detector includes HSD linear heat sensors and DAQ modules.

The flexibility of the Senkox HSD Linear Heat Sensor cables, allows it to be mounted around the tank. The system provides real-time temperature monitoring and also detects the precise location of hot spots. As a result, safety personnel have real-time data of the thermal conditions of the storage tanks. This feature provides advanced warning and extra time for working personnel to deal with cases of overheating. It also clearly identifies the hot spot location.

Floating roof tanks are vulnerable to elevated temperatures due to the highly abrasive environment and presence of flammable gases. HSD Linear Hot Spot Detectors are most likely to occur near the secondary seal of a floating roof tank, as these are the areas that suffer most from high abrasion and the presence of flammable gases. The HSD sensors are installed along the secondary seal of the floating roof tank to provide real-time data regarding temperature changes.

Spherical storage tanks are commonly located in areas of high fire risk. HSD sensors are installed on the surface of the sphere, allowing continuous temperature monitoring. Detection of any hot spots will trigger location specific sprinkler systems.

Technical Advantages
Sensors are intrinsically safe, and can be installed in hazardous locations.
Continuous and flexible linear sensor provides superior coverage in tight spaces.
Continuous temperature monitoring and rapid response to changes in temperature.
Sensors are able to withstand high temperature and can be reused repeatedly.
Simple system layout with easy installation, low maintenance.
Detects the hot spot temperature in real-time.
Details the position and size of any hot spot.
Provides rate of temperature change (ROTC).


Specification
Sensor HSD Linear heat sensor
Sensor Type TLA, TLB, TLF, TPLA
Working Temperature -40 to 260 degrees C (Sensor)
Environmental
(Control Panel) Operating temperature range: -20 to 70 degrees C Relative humidity: 0 to 95%, non-condensing
Protection Degree Sensor: IP68; Control Panel: IP65.
Sensor Channels Up to 24
Communication Interface RS 485 Port, Modbus/RTU Protocol
Power Supply 12 to 35V DC, 10W max
Hazardous Location Sensor: Class I, Division 1
Control Panel: Class I, Division 2

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