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Multi-Parameter Free Chlorine Monitoring Panel
The InstroDirect IDFCP-1 Free Chlorine Monitoring Panel – Multi-Parameter Wall-Mount System is a fully-assembled free chlorine monitoring panel that combines a touchscreen controller, solenoid sample valve, transparent constant-head flow cell, and pre-wired sensors for free chlorine, pH, temperature, and turbidity. The panel arrives factory-calibrated on a single 304 stainless-steel wall-mount plate — connect 240 VAC, a sample inlet, and a drain and it is ready to log compliance data.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Parameters measured | Free chlorine, pH, temperature, turbidity (4 channels) |
| Free chlorine range | 0 – 5 mg/L (0 – 20 mg/L option) |
| Free chlorine accuracy | ±0.03 mg/L or ±3% of reading |
| pH range | 2 – 12 pH, ±0.01 pH accuracy |
| Turbidity range | 0 – 100 NTU (ISO 7027 scattered light) |
| Temperature | 0 – 50 °C, Pt1000 |
| Flow cell | Transparent acrylic, constant-head overflow, with motorised inlet valve |
| Controller | 7″ colour touchscreen, multi-parameter display, data logging to SD/USB |
| Output | RS485 Modbus RTU (all 4 channels) + optional 4–20 mA |
| Power | 240 VAC 50 Hz (24 VDC version available) |
| Sample flow | 30 – 200 mL/min (automatic constant-head regulation) |
| Panel material | 304 stainless steel wall-mount plate |
| Enclosure rating | IP54 (indoor or sheltered outdoor) |
| Panel dimensions | ~650 mm × 350 mm × 150 mm |
| Warranty | 12 months, Australian-backed |
Typical Australian Applications
- Council drinking water chlorination monitoring and compliance reporting
- Swimming pool and aquatic centre free chlorine compliance
- WWTP disinfection — UV / chlorine polishing step monitoring
- Cooling tower water treatment and legionella management
- Food & beverage ingredient water chlorine control
- Hospital and healthcare cooling water and potable water monitoring
- Irrigation water disinfection for hydroponic and horticultural sites
Why Integrators Choose the IDFCP-1
- Factory-assembled, factory-calibrated, factory-tested — unbox, wall-mount, plumb, power up
- Single touchscreen displays all 4 parameters plus trends and alarms; no separate transmitter per sensor
- Constant-head flow cell eliminates pressure-related bias in free chlorine readings
- Motorised inlet valve auto-flushes and auto-samples for cleaning cycles
- RS485 Modbus drops directly into any SCADA or BMS (AB, Siemens, Schneider, Beckhoff, Tridium Niagara)
- Local AU technical support means a phone call, not a support ticket in another timezone
- Consumable reagents (DPD tablets or liquid, pH buffer, formazin) stocked in Brisbane
Installation & Calibration
Mount the panel on a solid interior wall or in a weather-sheltered outdoor cabinet. Plumb the sample inlet to a 1/4″ BSP line (upstream pressure 0.5 – 3 bar) and the drain to an open vent. Supply 240 VAC through an IP54 isolator. First-start calibration is performed on-site — InstroDirect offers an optional on-site commissioning and calibration service including a formal calibration certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this measure free chlorine or total chlorine?
Free chlorine as standard. Total chlorine and combined chlorine variants available on request — specify when ordering.
What reagents does it use?
DPD colorimetric reagents for the free chlorine measurement (tablet or liquid). One reagent change per month typical. pH sensor uses standard pH buffer for calibration.
Can it integrate with Allen-Bradley or Siemens SCADA?
Yes. All 4 channels stream over RS485 Modbus RTU. Map the registers into AB ControlLogix, Siemens S7-1500, Schneider M580, or any Tridium Niagara JACE.
Is this suitable for outdoor installation?
The panel is IP54. For full outdoor exposure, install in a weather-sheltered cabinet. We stock IP65 outdoor cabinets sized for this panel.
What is the lead time?
Factory-built stock items dispatch next business day. Custom configurations (different sensor mix, specific ranges, IP65 enclosures) 3–4 weeks.
Australian Technical Support, Calibration & Consumables
- Brisbane-based phone & email technical support from field engineers with 20+ years automation experience
- On-site calibration service across QLD, NSW, VIC with calibration certificate
- Reagents and consumables stocked locally — DPD for free chlorine, formazin for turbidity, all pH and conductivity standards
- Replacement sensors, O-rings, and fittings dispatched same business day ex Brisbane
- Trade pricing for integrators, councils, water utilities, pool & spa contractors
Request a Trade Quote
Panel builders, system integrators, council water departments, water utilities, and food & beverage engineers get volume trade pricing. Submit a quote request and we’ll respond within one business day with stock, pricing, and lead time.
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