F-IWQ1503 Water Quality Turbidity Sensor

IP68, Modbus RTU, 0–1000 NTU Turbidity Range, No Built-in Local Storage.

F-IWQ1503 Water Quality Turbidity Sensor

Model: F-IWQ1503, DO
Basic Functions

Measures water turbidity using the 90° scattered light method; simultaneously records water temperature and automatically compensates for it; two-point standard solution zero-point/slope calibration; Modbus read/write of real-time turbidity and temperature data; allows modification of the device’s communication address and switching of baud rate; supports temperature parameter correction; stable T90 rapid-response measurement.

Optional Features

No built-in expansion modules; cable length can be customised to suit requirements.

Product Overview

The F-IWQ1503 utilises the 90° scattered light optical detection principle and is equipped with a Pt1000 automatic temperature compensation unit. It offers a choice of three turbidity measurement ranges,featuring an IP68 fully sealed submersible probe that outputs turbidity and water temperature data via standard RS485 Modbus. It is suitable for long-term online monitoring of various water bodies; the standardised two-point calibration process reduces the complexity of on-site commissioning, whilst the easy-to-clean optical probe effectively minimises the frequency of manual maintenance required for long-term water quality monitoring.

Key Features

Infrared fibre-optic optical path structure, effectively resisting interference from ambient stray light, ensuring stable measurement data in outdoor, open-air environments;Three measurement ranges fully cover scenarios from low-turbidity clear water to high-turbidity wastewater, with accuracy tailored to different water quality conditions;Pt1000 high-precision automatic temperature compensation, eliminating turbidity measurement errors caused by changes in water temperature;IP68 protection rating, suitable for long-term submersion at depths of up to 20 metres; POM/ABS corrosion-resistant housing withstands acidic and alkaline water;Standard 3/4 NPT thread for submerged installation, suitable for various locations such as monitoring wells, pipes and reservoirs;Low-power 0.2 W design, suitable for solar-powered, off-grid water quality monitoring stations;Standard Modbus RTU industrial protocol, universally compatible worldwide, enabling integration with various data acquisition terminals and cloud platforms;Simple cleaning procedure: merely wipe the optical window with a soft cloth and clean water to restore measurement accuracy, ensuring convenient operation and maintenance.

Topology Diagram

F-IWQ1503 Water Quality DO Sensor, Optical Fluorescence 0–20.00mg/L Submersible Probe

Technical Specifications

Measurement parameters water turbidity, water temperature Turbidity range 0–20 NTU / 0–200 NTU / 0–1000 NTU (three specifications available)
Turbidity accuracy 0–20 NTU: ±3% or ±0.3 NTU; 0–200 NTU: ±3% or ±2 NTU; 0–1000 NTU: ±5% or ±3 NTU Turbidity resolution 0–20/200 NTU: 0.01 NTU; 0–1000 NTU: 0.1 NTU
Temperature range 0–40 °C; measurement accuracy: ±0.3 °C; resolution: 0.1 °C Connector type 4-core shielded twisted-pair M16 waterproof aviation connector
Communication protocol RS485 Modbus RTU, default 9600 8N1 Power supply and power consumption DC 12–24 V, total power consumption 0.2 W @ 12 V
Protection rating IP68, suitable for long-term submersion to a depth of 20 metres Operating temperature 0–40 °C, operating pressure < 0.2 MPa

Applications

Online turbidity monitoring in surface water (lakes, rivers), sewage networks, water treatment plants, reservoirs and marine aquaculture water bodies.

Q1 What causes persistent instability in the measured values, and how should this be addressed?

A The fluorescent membrane head may be dirty, loose or past its service life; first clean the surface of the membrane head and tighten it; if it has failed, simply replace it with a new fluorescent membrane head to restore accuracy.

Q2 What compensation settings are required for freshwater and seawater applications respectively?

A For freshwater, the default salinity is 0 and no adjustment is required; for seawater applications, enter the actual salinity value of the water body via the Modbus registers, and the device will automatically perform the salinity compensation calculation.

Q3 What are the complete operational steps for two-point calibration?

A 1. Prepare a 5% sodium sulphite solution in an oxygen-free environment to perform zero-point calibration; 2. Use aerated saturated distilled water or saturated air to perform slope calibration; for both steps, allow the system to stand for 3 minutes until the readings stabilise before executing the calibration command.

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