Review of ABB Flame Detector SF810 series Uvisor™ and Safe Flame DFS product lines
ABB Flame Detector SF810 series Uvisor™ and Safe Flame DFS product lines
The ABB Flame Detector SF810 series is a high performance flame detection device widely used in industrial boilers and utility burners. The following is a comprehensive review of its performance, features and applications:
1. Product Overview
The [ABB SF810](https://www.cwlyautomation.com/product/639.html "ABB SF810") Series Flame Detector is a new generation of advanced flame scanners that combines the successful ABB Uvisor™ and Safe Flame DFS product lines. It utilizes multi-fuel detection technology and is capable of providing stable and reliable flame consistency and flame quality information for industrial boilers and utility burners238.
2. Core Features
Multi-fuel support: Suitable for a wide range of fuels such as natural gas, coke oven gas, sulfur gas, light and heavy fuel oils, Oil of Olay, and pulverized coal 35.
Dual Sensor Technology: Combined UV (ultraviolet) and IR (infrared) solid-state sensors enable more accurate detection of flame status, especially in complex combustion environments36.
Fast Flame Failure Response Time (F-FFRT): Response times range from 0.2 to 4 seconds, ensuring a quick response in the event of flame anomalies35.
Continuous self-test function: the device is equipped with automatic detection and diagnostic functions to ensure long-term operational reliability35.
Remote setting and auto-tuning: Support remote parameter setting through digital input and auto-tuning function, simplifying operation and maintenance35.
3. Technical Parameters
Power supply voltage: 24VDC (allowable range 18-29VDC) 3.
Power consumption: 3.6W typical, 4W max3.
Communication interface: Supports RS-485 serial channel, configurable to Profibus or Modbus protocol for easy integration into industrial control systems35. 4.
Lens cleaning: Designed with clean air flow (115 l/min) and minimum cleaning air pressure (20mm H2O) to ensure the lens remains clear in harsh environments3.
4. Application Scenarios
Industrial boilers: Suitable for a wide range of burner types such as wall-mounted, corner, down-throw and cyclone burners35.
Multi-fuel environments: Excellent performance in natural gas, oil and pulverized coal combustion systems, especially suitable for applications requiring high-precision flame detection 36.
High temperature environment: fiber optic cables can withstand continuous high temperatures up to 482°C, suitable for extreme working conditions3.
5. User evaluation and market feedback
High reliability: Users have reported excellent performance in different fuels and complex combustion environments, with low failure rates36.
Easy Integration: Supports a variety of communication protocols for seamless integration with existing industrial control systems35.
Easy maintenance: auto-tuning and continuous self-test functions reduce the need for manual intervention and lower maintenance costs35.
6. Suggestions for improvement
Higher cost: As a high-end flame detection device, it is relatively expensive and may not be suitable for small businesses with limited budgets36 .
Installation complexity: For non-specialists, initial installation and configuration may require technical support35.
7. Summary
The ABB SF810 series flame detectors excel in industrial flame detection thanks to their multi-fuel support, dual-sensor technology and fast response time. Despite its higher price, its high reliability and low maintenance costs make it ideal for large industrial boilers and utility burners.
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