Product Information

Introduction to the PCM500

The PCM500 Fluid Cleanliness Monitor is a portable diagnostic monitoring device that provides a measurement of system fluid cleanliness.

As the successor to the popular PCM400, the new improved PCM500 uses proven mesh blockage technology to report accurate, reliable, 3 part ISO 4406 cleanliness codes for most types of fluids, in many types of environment.

With the PCM500 you can

Monitor contamination levels in mineral, synthetic, or water based fluids. Results are unaffected by the presence of water, air, or dark fluids
Get accurate, 3 part* ISO 4406 cleanliness code results in under 6 minutes and to quickly take preventative action
Upload real-time results directly to mobile devices for analysis and action
’Pass off’ cleanliness of new builds quickly and confidently
Protect your systems from catastrophic failure by detecting abnormal fluid cleanliness conditions quickly

The PCM500 can be permanently installed to monitor critical applications (including component test facilities) or used as a portable device for routine condition monitoring of various fluid systems

PCM500 Monitor Features

Proven mesh blockage technology provides accurate 3-part* ISO 4406, AS 4059 Table 1 (NAS 1638) or AS 4059 Table 2 cleanliness codes

Self cleaning procedure between each test ensures optimum accuracy of results

Compact, robust, fully self contained portable design (fluid sampling pump included)

Simple to use, color touch screen interface

Long battery life for extended operation in remote locations

Measurement of fluid cleanliness, temperature, viscosity, and optional water content.

*3 part code measured at 4 μm, 6 μm and 14 μm (c) per ISO 16889.

Specifications

Power Supply	90-260 VAC or integral 12 VDC Lithium Ion battery
Battery Life	Typically 35 samples
Temperature Range	10 °C to 80 °C (50 °F to 176 °F)(dependent on fluid type)
Compatibility	Water glycols, aqueous solutions. Petroleum and synthetic oils (hydraulic lubricating, dielectric, etc.), fuels, industrial phosphate esters.
Seals	Fluorocarbon
Operating Viscosity	1.5 to 450 cSt (30 to 2,200 SUS)
Pressure	0 to 315 bar (4570 psi) max
Monitoring Range	ISO 4406: <11/9/7 to 23/21/17 | SAE AS 4059 Table 1 Class 1 to 12 (derived from NAS 1638) |SAE AS 4059 Table 2 >4 μm 1A to 12A, >6 μm 1B to 12B >14 μm 1C to 12C
Water in Oil % RH	± 2% at 5 to 95% RH (PCM500W)
Accuracy	± 1/2 ISO 4406 Code
Communication Ports	3 x USB’s (Data Acquisition, PC Setup, Printer), Ethernet and RS232C (PLC Control)
Enclosure	IP 65 (NEMA 4)
Weight	11 kg (24 lb)
Dimensions	400 x 260 x 250 mm (15.8 x 10.2 x 10 inches)

Operation

The color LCD touch screen allows simple menu driven input of sample identification, monitor configuration and data output.

The HD screen displays real time data and test results which are automatically stored for subsequent trending and evaluation. An optional bluetooth connected printer allows the operator to produce a hard copy of the test results if required.

All ancillary components for high and low pressure on-line sample monitoring are contained within the unit, with sufficient internal power to complete up to 35 tests between charges. (AC power can be used if preferred).

For further protection and ease of transport, the PCM500 is supplied in a robust flight case.