Foxboro 873CC-BIYFGZ Conductivity Analyzer Electrochemical

Product Description

The 873CC-BIYFGZ is a precision electrochemical analyzer from Foxboro’s 873CC family, developed for continuous monitoring of liquid conductivity and resistivity in industrial processes. It is designed to provide stable, repeatable measurements for water quality control, including ultra-pure and process water applications.

This unit supports dual-channel sensor input, allowing simultaneous measurement at two independent points. With integrated temperature compensation and multiple calculation modes, it delivers reliable results across varying process conditions.

The 873CC-BIYFGZ is commonly deployed in environments where accurate ionic measurement is critical to system performance and product quality.

Key Technical Specifications

Measurement Capabilities

• Model: 873CC-BIYFGZ

• Measurement Type: Contacting conductivity and resistivity

• Measurement Range:

• 0.00 μS/cm to 20.00 mS/cm (standard range)

• Configurable lower ranges (e.g., 0–100 μS/cm for high-purity water)

• Measurement Modes:

• Conductivity

• Resistivity

• Removal rate

• Absolute value

• Sensor Inputs: Dual-channel (2 independent sensors)

• Temperature Compensation: Automatic via RTD (100 Ω) or external sensor

Display & User Interface

• Display Type: 4-digit LED

• Visibility: High contrast for low-light conditions

• Operator Interface: Front-panel keypad for configuration and calibration

• Status Indication: Alarm and process status via display and relay outputs

Communication & Outputs

• Analog Output: 4–20 mA (process signal transmission)

• Relay Outputs:

• 2 configurable alarm relays (NO/NC)

• Rating: up to 5 A at 125 VAC

• Digital Communication (optional):

• RS-485

• Modbus protocol support

Electrical Characteristics

• Power Supply: 100–240 VAC (universal input)

• Frequency: 50/60 Hz

• Power Consumption: approx. 102 W max

• Protection: Internal fuse (150 mA slow-blow typical)

Mechanical & Environmental

• Operating Temperature: –10°C to +50°C

• Enclosure Options:

• General-purpose plastic housing (indoor use)

• Metal enclosure with NEMA 4X protection (corrosion-resistant, outdoor use)

• Mounting Options:

• Panel mounting

• Wall mounting

• Pipe mounting

• Protection Rating: Up to NEMA 4X (metal version)

• Weight: 1.85 lbs

Compliance

• CE certified

• RoHS compliant

• Designed to meet industrial water quality monitoring standards

Application Scenarios

The 873CC-BIYFGZ is used in processes requiring accurate monitoring of liquid conductivity:

• Semiconductor and ultrapure water systems

• Pharmaceutical production and clean utilities

• Food and beverage processing

• Power plant boiler and cooling water monitoring

• Industrial and municipal water treatment systems

FAQ

Q: Can this analyzer measure two process streams simultaneously?
A: Yes, it supports dual-sensor input, allowing monitoring of two independent measurement points.

Q: What types of sensors are compatible?
A: It is designed for contacting conductivity sensors and supports RTD temperature inputs for compensation.

Q: Is it suitable for outdoor installation?
A: Yes, when equipped with the metal enclosure, it meets NEMA 4X requirements for outdoor and corrosive environments.

Q: Does it support digital communication protocols?
A: Optional RS-485 and Modbus communication are available depending on configuration.