Product Details
The Honeywell 04973-X10-333-X1-00, also cataloged as the 04973 Conductivity Cell, operates as a dedicated hardware component for direct electrolytic conductivity measurement and integral temperature signal acquisition within analytical liquid processing systems.
Suffix Breakdown & Model Matrix
| Suffix Code | Functional Component | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 04973 | Base Model | Industrial Conductivity Cell Assembly |
| X10 | Cell Constant | Cell Constant = 10.0 (High-density graphite electrodes) |
| 333 | Temperature Compensation | Automatic Temperature Compensator (ATC) for APT2000/4000CC & UDA2182 |
| X1 | Leadwire / Connection | Junction Box Head - Aluminum Construction |
| 00 | Fitting Option | Standard Process Connection (No Sanitary Tri-Clamp Fittings) |
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 04973-X10-333-X1-00 |
| Brand | Honeywell |
| Origin | USA |
| Weight | 0.95 lbs (0.43 kg) |
| Dimensions | Stem Length: 3-1/4 inches |
| Operating Temp | -20 to 110 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Passive sensor assembly (Transmitter loop powered) |
| Cell Type | Conductivity Cell Sensor |
| Body Material | Polyether Sulfone (PES) |
| Electrode Material | High-density graphite (Cell constant = 10.0) |
| Junction Box | Cast aluminum junction box head |
| Mounting Options | Flow-through or insertion mounting |
4-20 mA HART Loop Protocol and Temperature Compensation
The 04973-X10-333-X1-00 sensor interface provides direct conductivity and RTD temperature signals to Honeywell UDA2182 or APT2000 series analyzers. Integrated 333-type Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC) adjusts measured solution conductivity dynamically to reference temperatures (typically 25 deg C), eliminating thermal drift effects on process liquid measurements. The raw electrode current is converted at the transmitter into a calibrated 4-20 mA HART loop protocol signal, maintaining high immunity against electrical common-mode noise across long cable runs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How does cable shield grounding affect the conductivity measurement signal?
A: The sensor lead wire shield must be grounded at the transmitter end only to prevent ground loops that interfere with micro-Ampere level electrode currents.
Q: Can the graphite electrode faces be cleaned with abrasive solvents?
A: No. Abrasive materials damage the high-density graphite matrix and alter the effective cell constant; non-abrasive chemical rinsing must be used for maintenance.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Inspect the Polyether Sulfone (PES) body and graphite electrode faces for structural cracks or surface contamination before installation.
- Apply PTFE tape or suitable sealant to process connection threads; avoid excess sealant near active electrode surfaces.
- Thread the sensor assembly into the flow cell tee or process piping tap to achieve a minimum thread engagement of 5 NPT turns.
- Secure the aluminum junction box cover tightly to prevent environmental moisture ingress into signal terminal blocks.
- Connect sensor lead wires to the UDA2182 or APT2000 analyzer terminals according to color-coded ATC and electrode wiring diagrams
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