ABB FAU800 flame analysis unit

ABB FAU800 Flame Analysis Unit Product Data

Product Overview:

The ABB FAU800 Flame Analysis Unit is an advanced flame monitoring device designed for use in industrial furnaces, boilers, burners, and other combustion equipment. It provides real-time monitoring of flame conditions, offering detection, analysis, and fault alarm functions. Equipped with high-performance sensors and intelligent algorithms, the FAU800 is capable of operating in high-temperature, high-pressure, and challenging environmental conditions, ensuring accurate flame analysis and timely alarms.

The FAU800 system employs multiple flame detection technologies, including ultraviolet (UV), infrared (IR), and visible light (VIS) detection, making it suitable for a variety of combustion processes and fuel types, such as natural gas, heavy oil, or coal. It is widely used in industries such as petrochemicals, power generation, metallurgy, steel, and environmental protection to improve combustion efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and ensure safe equipment operation.

Key Technical Specifications:

• Model: FAU800

• Power Supply: AC 100-240V, 50/60 Hz

• Operating Temperature Range: -20°C to +60°C

• Storage Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

• Flame Detection Technology: UV, IR, VIS flame detection

• Flame Signal Output: 4-20mA, Digital Output (alarm)

• Communication Protocols: Modbus RTU, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, etc.

• Response Time: <1 second

• Protection Rating: IP65

• Dimensions: Standard rack-mounted

• Weight: Approximately 3 kg (may vary based on configuration)

• Certifications: CE, ATEX, UL, CSA, etc.

Product Advantages and Features:

1. Multiple Flame Detection Technologies: The FAU800 supports UV, IR, and visible light flame detection technologies, ensuring stable operation and precise monitoring of flames across different combustion processes and fuel conditions.

2. High Sensitivity and Accuracy: With high-performance sensors, the FAU800 offers excellent sensitivity and precision, providing real-time flame status monitoring and quickly detecting issues like flame out, instability, or abnormal combustion.

3. Fast Response and Alarm Function: The FAU800 responds in less than 1 second, ensuring rapid detection of flame status changes and triggering alarms to prevent potential hazards such as fires or equipment damage.

4. Wide Temperature Range: The device operates reliably in high-temperature, high-pressure environments, making it ideal for industries such as petrochemicals, power generation, and metallurgy.

5. Multiple Communication Protocols: It supports Modbus RTU, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, and other industrial communication protocols, allowing easy integration with other automation control systems for remote monitoring and data transmission.

6. Intelligent Algorithms and Data Analysis: The FAU800 incorporates advanced intelligent algorithms for real-time flame signal analysis, optimizing combustion efficiency, reducing energy consumption, and providing valuable data analysis for maintenance personnel.

7. Easy Installation and Maintenance: The compact design allows for easy installation, while its modular architecture simplifies maintenance and replacement, reducing overall maintenance costs.

8. High Protection Rating: With an IP65 protection rating, the FAU800 is built to withstand harsh industrial environments, ensuring long-term reliability and protection against dust and moisture.

Application Areas:

1. Petrochemical Industry: Used to monitor flames in petroleum refining processes, ensuring safe operation of furnaces, boilers, and other equipment, and preventing fire-related accidents.

2. Power Generation: In power plants, the FAU800 is used to monitor boiler flames, optimizing combustion processes and improving thermal efficiency while reducing energy consumption.

3. Metallurgy and Steel Industry: Used to monitor flames in high-temperature furnaces and smelting furnaces, ensuring efficient and safe production processes in metallurgy.

4. Environmental Protection: Applied in waste incineration plants and other environmental facilities, ensuring complete combustion and reducing harmful emissions.

5. Gas and Heavy Oil Combustion: Suitable for monitoring flames in natural gas, heavy oil, and other fuel combustion processes, adapting to different flame types for accurate detection and analysis.

6. Food and Beverage Industry: Used in food processing and beverage production, the FAU800 helps monitor flame stability in baking, drying, and other processes, ensuring safety and efficiency.

Notes:

1. Installation Location: The FAU800 should be installed at a suitable location where it can clearly detect the flame signal. Avoid obstructions that could interfere with flame signal reception.

2. Sensor Cleaning: Regularly clean the sensor window to prevent dust, oil, and other contaminants from affecting the flame signal and ensuring accurate monitoring.

3. Environmental Adaptability: Install the device in an environment with minimal electromagnetic interference and humidity to protect its performance.

4. Power Supply Stability: Ensure a stable AC 100-240V power supply to avoid voltage fluctuations affecting the normal operation of the device.

5. Regular Calibration and Maintenance: Periodically calibrate the device to maintain accurate flame detection and monitor system performance for long-term reliable operation.