Get real-time pig passage signaling with the Rosemount PDS42 Acoustic PIG Detector, that detects the noise generated by PIGs as they travel through the pipes. No software is required due to embedded digital signal processing, providing remote indication directly to DCS. This monitor enables operators to know the exact pig location inside the pipeline, and identifies debris removal during pipeline cleaning operations. This information is crucial for determining if additional cycles are needed until pipe is clean, ultimately optimizing pipeline maintenance, and ensuring efficient operations. Designed to be non-intrusive, compact, explosion proof and high temperature rated, the Rosemount PDS42 can be installed in almost any location.
Certifications/Approvals: Ex d (Flameproof/ Explosion proof) and Ex i (Intrinsic Safety)IP rating: IP66, IP68, Enclosure Type 4X
Output: "Pig Approaching" message"Pig Passed" messageDebris indicationPig count
Repeatability: Better than 1% (*Under reference test conditions), meaning that the sensor signal will read the same values repeatedly with less than 1% deviation
Sensitivity: Minimum 0.05 m/s depending on PIG materialSteel PIG: minimum 0.05 m/sPolymer PIG: > 0.5 m/s
Measurement Type: All
Fluid Type: Liquid, Gas, Multiphase flow
Operating Temperature: -40 °F (-40 °C) to 554 °F (290 °C) at pipe surface
Communication Protocol: Modbus RTU (RS485)
Power Supply: 24 VDC/ 100–240 VAC
Weight: ~3kg
Dimensions: 78mm (OD) (3.07") x 158mm (6.22")