Vaisala launches new measurement probe for improved dry room control
Vaisala has launched a new, low maintenance dew point and temperature probe to monitor environmental conditions in critical manufacturing rooms and spaces.
The Vaisala DMP1 Dew Point and Temperature probe has dew point measurement capability down to -70°C, and a rapid response, said to be hundreds of times faster than other measurement technologies. The DMP1 probe is said to be ideal for dry rooms, providing precise measurements in demanding dry processing conditions, such as lithium-ion battery production, where humidity control is critical to manufactured battery performance.
The DMP1 employs advanced measurement technology, that is claimed to ensure that dew point conditions stay as specified in all areas of a manufacturing dry room, helping to maintain both product quality and manufacturing safety.
The DMP1 can be easily integrated into centralised production, safety, and quality monitoring systems, says Juhani Lehto, Product Manager for Precision Instruments, Vaisala. “The fast response of the new probe means that customers’ control systems are able to respond quickly, in a timely manner, ensuring the protection of product quality and safety. This means that customers can control any deviations in the dry room dew point efficiently. Quick reaction times translate into improved workplace safety in battery manufacturing, maintaining high product quality as well as avoiding waste in the production process.”
Vaisala says the DMP1 is designed for measurement stability, with long calibration cycles, has a low maintenance requirement and can withstand accidental humidity spikes caused by humans, machines, or external air conditions.
Improved visibility and control of the entire dry room
The DMP1 is a part of the modular Vaisala Indigo measurement ecosystem, offering plug-and-play compatibility with connected smart devices. For example, it can be connected to an Indigo300 transmitter to display data locally and transmit measurement values to automation and control systems. The probe can also be connected to an Indigo80 handheld device for maintenance work, and interchangeable probes mean that downtime is minimised and service work is simplified.
Lehto added:“In the past, dew point control in dry rooms has been limited by bulky sensors with a limited measurement range and a slow response. The DMP1 probe is therefore a major step forward because it resolves these issues, providing process managers with greater visibility of environmental conditions and more time to respond when conditions deviate from ideal.”
