I am desperately looking for a sensor that will measure Ice Thickness (from 0 to 50 mm of ice builtup) to be used in refrigeration systems. Anyone has any idea who makes them?
Thanks
I am desperately looking for a sensor that will measure Ice Thickness (from 0 to 50 mm of ice builtup) to be used in refrigeration systems. Anyone has any idea who makes them?
Thanks
This problem can be solved using ultrasound sensors, but I haven't heard about the company, that is allready selling such sensors. I assume, that such sensor must be developed. If you you are interested, I can help you.
Wieslaw Bicz
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I would suggest an analog capacitative sensor. This will detect the increase in Er as the ice/water replaces air. It will work through sheet plastic or glass.
You will need to calibrate you analog output if you really want to measure thickness. I suggest you use sheet plastic of equicalent Er to water or learn how to freez panes of water or just make ice.
Just an example:
It has a 1-6 VDC analog output, which is linear with respect to capacitance.
Plastic has an Er or 2 to 3.
Water has an Er of 80.
NOTHING has an Er similar to water.
Walter.
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