Instrumentation
Steve Doe, Parker Hannifin Corporation
IFPAC SM - 2001Fifteenth International ForumProcess Analytical ChemistrySM
January 21-24, 2001,Amelia Island, Florida, U.S.A
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
Parker RParker R--Max Stream Max Stream Select SystemSelect System
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
Systems Approach: Surface Mount TechnologySystems Approach: Surface Mount Technology�� Valve Module providesValve Module provides
functionality of two functionality of two 33--way ball valvesway ball valves
�� System functionality System functionality dependent of substrate dependent of substrate “programming”“programming”
�� Standard oStandard o--ring sealsring seals
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
SOLENOID
BOXVALVE
7
7
PROCESSSTREAM 2
SAMPLERETURN
(3-WAY VALVES)
TYPICAL HEATED (2 STREAM) SAMPLE HANDLINGSYSTEM FOR A CONTINUOS ANALYZER
Temp.Cont.
PRESSURE REDUCING STATION
18
3
4
Vaporizer
STREAM SWITCHING BOX
CALIBRATION GAS
STREAM 2
500 SCCM
BY-PASS FLOW1500 SCCM
TEMPCONT HEATER
15 PSIG2 L/min
TEMPTRACE HEATED TUBING
ZERO GAS
CELL
CONTINUOS ANALYZE
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
PRESSURE REDUCING STATION
GASCHROMATOGRAPH
SOLENOID
BOXVALVE
PROCESSSTREAM 1
PROCESSSTREAM 2
SAMPLERETURN
(3-WAY VALVES)
15 PSIG2 L/min
TYPICAL HEATED (2 STREAM) SAMPLE HANDLINGSYSTEM FOR A GAS CHROMATOGRAPH
Temp.Cont.
Vaporizer
PRESSURE REDUCING STATION
Vaporizer
STREAM SWITCHING BOX
BLOCK & BLEED
CALIBRATION
STREAM 1
STREAM 2
500 SCCM
500 SCCM
BY-PASS FLOW1500 SCCM
BY-PASS FLOW1500 SCCM VENT
SAMPLEINJECTVALVE
Temp.Cont.
TEMPCONT HEATER
15 PSIG2 L/min
TEMPTRACE HEATED TUBING
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
INLET OUTLET
VENT VENT
Double Block and Bleed Module
"OFF"
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
INLET OUTLET
VENT VENT
Double Block and Bleed Module
"ON"
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
INLET OUTLET
VENT VENT
Double Block and Bleed Module
"OFF"
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
INLET OUTLET
VENT VENT
Double Block and Bleed Module
"ON"
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
Valve ModuleValve Module�� Remove inner cap Remove inner cap
screws, plate & screws, plate & springspring
�� Pull valve operatorPull valve operatorfrom modulefrom module
�� Proven seat & sealProven seat & sealtechnology fromtechnology fromother valve productsother valve products
�� Rated for gas or Rated for gas or liquid serviceliquid service
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
Valve Operator ModuleValve Operator Module�� Compact, but big enoughCompact, but big enough
to work on to work on �� PCTFE SeatPCTFE Seat�� Can be provided as kitCan be provided as kit�� Rebuild kit availableRebuild kit available
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
Field Serviceable Valve ModuleField Serviceable Valve Module�� Remove 4 cap screwsRemove 4 cap screws�� Replace valve module Replace valve module
without breaking any without breaking any tube connectionstube connections
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
AIR
Stream 1
AIR
Stream 2
AIR
Stream 3
VENT
END BLOCK
3 Stream System
(All Valves "OFF")
Analyzer
END BLOCK
VENT
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
AIR
Stream 1
AIR "ON"
Stream 2
AIR
Stream 3
VENT
END BLOCK
3 Stream System
(Stream 2 "ON")
Analyzer
END BLOCK
VENT
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
GCEND BLOCK
Low PressureHeader
Sample InjecValve
AIR
Stream 1 Stream 2
AIR
Stream 3
VENT
3 Stream System with GC Module
(All Valves "OFF")
AIR AIR
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
GCEND BLOCK
Low PressureHeader
Sample InjectValve
3 Stream System with GC Module
(Stream #2 and GC Module "ON")Purging Sample Loop
AIR
Stream 1
AIR "ON"
Stream 2
AIR
Stream 3
VENT AIR "ON"
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
GCEND BLOCK
Low PressureHeader
Sample InjectValve
3 Stream System with GC Module
(Stream #2 "ON" and GC Module "OFF")Equilibrating Sample Loop to Atmospheric Pressure
AIR
Stream 1
AIR "ON"
Stream 2
AIR
Stream 3
VENT AIR
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
GCEND BLOCK
Low PressureHeader
Sample InjectValve
3 Stream System with GC Module
(Stream #3 and GC Module "ON")Starting next Cycle-Purging Sample Loop
AIR
Stream 1
AIR "ON"
Stream 2
AIR
Stream 3
VENT AIR "ON"
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
System Disassembly & AssemblySystem Disassembly & Assembly�� Remove End Block by Remove End Block by
taking out end screwstaking out end screws�� Standard OStandard O--Ring sealsRing seals
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
System Disassembly & AssemblySystem Disassembly & Assembly�� Remove Valve Remove Valve
Module/Substrate Module/Substrate Assembly by taking Assembly by taking out connecting screwsout connecting screws
�� Standard OStandard O--Ring sealsRing seals
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
System Disassembly & AssemblySystem Disassembly & Assembly�� Special mountingSpecial mounting
screws provide defined screws provide defined thread load at each thread load at each substrate connectionsubstrate connection
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
Compact AssemblyCompact Assembly�� Overall dimensionsOverall dimensions
7.97” x 2.91”7.97” x 2.91”�� Including GC ModuleIncluding GC Module
TO GC SAMPLEVALVE
FROM GC SAMVALVE
VENT
STREAM 1
END BLOCK
STREAM 1 STREAM 2 STREAM 3Low Pressure
Header
PLUGEND BLOCK
3 STREAM SYSTEM with GC Module
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
GCEND BLOCK
Low PressureHeader
Sample InjectValve
AIR
Stream 2
AIR
Stream 3
VENT
3 Stream System with GC Module and Fast Loop Filter
(All Valves "OFF")
AIR AIR
Stream 1Inlet
By-PassFlow
Outlet
FILTER
Dev
elop
men
ts in
Str
eam
Sw
itch
Dev
elop
men
ts in
Str
eam
Sw
itch
Valv
e Te
chno
logy
Valv
e Te
chno
logy
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
TO GC SAMPLEVALVE
FROM GC SAMPVALVE
VENT
END BLOCK
STREAM 1INLET
STREAM 2INLET CALIBRATION Low Pressure
Header
PLUGEND BLOCK
FILTERBY-PASS FLOW
FILTERBY-PASS FLOW
FILTER1" Dia. Gauge
3-STREAM SYSTEM with BY-PASS FILTERS & GC Module
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
PRESSURE REDUCING STATION
GASCHROMATOGRAPH
SOLENOID
BOXVALVE
PROCESSSTREAM 1
PROCESSSTREAM 2
SAMPLERETURN
(3-WAY VALVES)
15 PSIG2 L/min
TYPICAL HEATED (2 STREAM) SAMPLE HANDLINGSYSTEM FOR A GAS CHROMATOGRAPH
Temp.Cont.
Vaporizer
PRESSURE REDUCING STATION
Vaporizer
STREAM SWITCHING BOX
BLOCK & BLEED
CALIBRATION
STREAM 1
STREAM 2
500 SCCM
500 SCCM
BY-PASS FLOW1500 SCCM
BY-PASS FLOW1500 SCCM VENT
SAMPLEINJECTVALVE
Temp.Cont.
TEMPCONT HEATER
15 PSIG2 L/min
TEMPTRACE HEATED TUBING
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
PRESSURE REDUCING STATION
GASCHROMATOGRAPH
SOLENOID
BOXVALVE
7
PROCESSSTREAM 1
PROCESSSTREAM 2
SAMPLERETURN
(3-WAY VALVES)
15 PSIG2 L/min
R-2000 TYPICAL HEATED (2 STREAM) SAMPLE HANDLINGSYSTEM FOR A GAS CHROMATOGRAPH
Temp.Cont.
Vaporizer
PRESSURE REDUCING STATION
Vaporizer
STREAM SWITCHING BOX
SAMPLEINJECTVALVE
Temp.Cont.
TEMPCONT HEATER
15 PSIG2 L/min
TEMPTRACE HEATED TUBING
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
Lab Station ApplicationLab Station Application�� Automated sampling systemAutomated sampling system�� Defined purge and sampleDefined purge and sample
times set by DCS programtimes set by DCS program�� Date & Time stamp sampleDate & Time stamp sample�� Kit complete with sample Kit complete with sample
cylinder, valves, fittings, cylinder, valves, fittings, quick disconnects and hose quick disconnects and hose assemblies availableassemblies available
INLET OUTLET
TOCYLINDER
FROMCYLINDER
LAB STATION "ON"
SAMPLE CYLINDER
INLET OUTLET
TOCYLINDER
FROMCYLINDER
LAB STATION "OFF"
SAMPLE CYLINDER
Lab Station Switch Flow Diagram
TOP VIEW
INLET
OUTLET
TOCYLINDER
FROMCYLINDER
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve TechnologyMulti Stream ApplicationMulti Stream Application�� 3 stream sampling system with 12” x 18” panel size3 stream sampling system with 12” x 18” panel size�� Live display at Parker’s boothLive display at Parker’s booth�� “Analyzer Pressure “Analyzer Pressure
Regulation & VentRegulation & VentRecovery System”Recovery System”presentation by presentation by Frank Ruiz at Frank Ruiz at Wednesday’s AMWednesday’s AM--IIIIProcess AnalysisProcess AnalysisSessionSession
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
SpecificationsSpecifications�� Pressure:Pressure: 500 500 psigpsig�� Flow Capacity:Flow Capacity: CvCv = .126= .126�� Internal Volume:Internal Volume: 1 cc1 cc�� Temperature:Temperature: --15º to 400º F 15º to 400º F ((FlorocarbonFlorocarbon))
--30º to 275º F 30º to 275º F ((BunaBuna--n)n)
--70º to 275º F 70º to 275º F (Ethylene Propylene)(Ethylene Propylene)
--20º to 200º F 20º to 200º F (Highly Fluorinated (Highly Fluorinated Fluorocarbon)Fluorocarbon)
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
SpecificationsSpecifications�� Cycle LifeCycle Life: 1,000,000+: 1,000,000+�� Actuation Air PressureActuation Air Pressure::
System PressureSystem Pressure Actuating PressureActuating Pressure0 0 psigpsig 46 46 psig psig
200200 40 40 400400 37 37 500500 3636
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
System Feature SummarySystem Feature Summary�� Surface mount design technologySurface mount design technology�� Actuation position indicatorsActuation position indicators�� System approach, not double block & bleed valveSystem approach, not double block & bleed valve�� No external flow loop requiredNo external flow loop required�� Up 500 Up 500 psi psi system pressure with only 40 system pressure with only 40 psi psi actuation actuation
pressurepressure�� Rated for liquid or gas serviceRated for liquid or gas service�� Integral byIntegral by--pass filter option for fast looppass filter option for fast loop
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
Release StatusRelease Status�� Design introduction at ISA last AugustDesign introduction at ISA last August�� Incorporated input from ISA introduction into final designIncorporated input from ISA introduction into final design�� Pilot production complete in NovemberPilot production complete in November�� BetaBeta--site testing underway at several end user locations site testing underway at several end user locations
with pilot production inventorywith pilot production inventory�� Full release and field introduction at PITTCON 2001 Full release and field introduction at PITTCON 2001
with full production inventory on handwith full production inventory on hand
Developments in Stream Switch Developments in Stream Switch Valve TechnologyValve Technology
Thank you!Thank you!
Questions?Questions?