Data sheet DS/TB4CS–EN Rev.

TB4CS
Conductivity sensor
4-Electrode

Low maintenance sensor with

the widest operation range
available (0 to 2000 mS/cm)

4-electrode measurement Extent of fouling notification and fouled sensor relay

— Increases accuracy, stability, flexibility, and security — Makes it possible for conductivity instrument to notify of
dirty sensor condition
Resilient
— Sensors capable of withstanding the toughest chemical Rugged construction and materials
processes at extreme temperatures and pressures
Installation flexibility
Corrosion resistant stainless steel electrodes — Inline, Twist-lock, Immersion, Tri-Clamp, Flow-cell, TB18
— For all conductivity ranges without polarization Safe-TClean Valve & Retractable Hot-Tap

Smaller measurement electrodes Interchangeable measurement tips

— High current densities are permissible due to feedback
circuitry and polarization compensation Suitable for all measurements
— From low to high solution concentrations
Wide rangeability with excellent linearity
— Compensates for polarization effects

Overcome and compensate for fouling effects

— Reduces frequency of cleaning
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Endura 4-Electrode Conductivity Sensors Feedback from the high impedance amplifier causes the
oscillator to vary its amplitude output to maintain a
for Process Monitoring
constant excitation field, created by the current elec-
trodes in the solution, as sensed by the potential elec-
ABB is the industry leader in advancements resulting in trodes. The current required to create the excitation
the increased accuracy, dependability, and environ- field passes through the load resistor and is sensed as a
mental limits of on-stream conductivity sensors. The voltage drop by the conductivity sensing circuit. The
conductivity sensor line permits resolutions of 0.001 amount of excitation current required to maintain a
microsiemens per centimeter, full-scale ranges of one constant excitation field in a solution is directly propor-
siemen per centimeter, pressure ratings to 2,068 tional to conductivity. If fouling of the electrodes occurs,
kilopascals (300 psig), and temperature ratings of the AC potential at the electrodes increases to drive the
200-degrees Celsius (392-degrees Fahrenheit). Group excitation through the deposits to maintain the constant
A sensors have a measurement range spanning five excitation field. The increase in potential at the current
decades of conductivity or TDS concentration. electrodes compensates for the increase in interface
resistance at them. The high impedance amplifier
The ABB 4-electrode conductivity system is a patented draws no current; therefore, the voltage drop across
concept unique in the process industry. It provides deposits on the potential electrodes is negligible and
ultimate sampling flexibility, sensor reliability, contributes no signficant error.
rangeability, and helpful operating and maintenance
information. Smart circuitry detects and compenstates The dirty sensor alarm circuit measures the oscillator
for the buildup of deposits, and scale and corrosion
amplitude. The amplitude stays below a predefined
products on the sensor. It also provides an alarm before
threshold during normal operation. If the amplitude
the interference becomes so serious as to affect the
exceeds that threshold, the conductivity measuring
conductivity signal. The dirty sensor alarm output is a
contact closure, a digital signal, or any other easily instrument notifies, via an alarm, readout, or other
observed format. method, that the sensor needs cleaning.

Anti-Fouling 4-Electrode Circuit

Figure 1 shows the 4-electrode conductivity system
which consists of two current electrodes and two
potential electrodes, a high impedance amplifier provid-
ing feedback to an amplitude-controlled ocillator, a
conductivity sensing circuit with associated load resistor
and display, and a dirty sensor alarm circuit.

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MALE CONDUIT CONNECTION TINNED SHIELDED

1/2 OR 3/4 NPT LEADS 2-WIRE CABLE

3/4 OR 1 NPT

8.9 8.9
INTEGRAL 0.35 0.35
TEMPERATURE
DIMENSIONS COMPENSATOR 25.4 17.4 17.4
LOCATION (TYPICAL) 1.00 0.69 0.69
MILLIMETERS
INCHES INLINE EXTERNAL SUBMERSIBLE EXTERNAL
TB4900 TB4901

TURN FITTING AROUND FOR 6.4

1/4 NPT
SUBMERSIBLE APPLICATIONS 0.25

10.2
0.40

1/4 NPT
25.4 50.8 25.4 124.3
1.00 2.00 1.00 4.89

690 KPA (100 PSI), 690 KPA (100 PSI),

100°C (212°F) 125°C (257°F)

TEFLON WETTED PARTS 316 STAINLESS STEEL WETTED PARTS

4TB6006-0009 4TB6006-0008
WAND TYPE EXTERNAL T04254B

Figure 1. 4-Electrode Conductivity System

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Sensor Groups and Ranges Temperature Compensation

There are two groups of 4-electrode conductivity

ABB conductivity sensors are available with temperature
sensors. The rangeability of any sensor is defined by
compensators either integral to or separate from them.
the physical structure of the electrodes and the elec-
The type of temperature compensator must be supported
tronic circuitry of the associated instrument. The
by the instrument. AX4 series microprocessor-based
physical structure of the electrodes determines the
instruments accept 3kΩ, Pt 100 and Pt 1000 tempera-
sensor cell constant; however, the concept of sensor
ture compensation. Type TB82EC and TB84EC micro-
cell constants is more applicable to two-electrode
processor-based instruments have the option of using a
sensors. Unlike 4-electrode sensors, as manufactured
3kΩ or Pt 100 RTD.
by ABB, the rangeability of two-electrode sensors is
restricted by current density and polarization. 4-
electrode sensors are not limited by these factors. The Figure 2 shows the temperature compensators. The
result is a virtual dimensionless sensor constant with effect of temperature on conductivity is significant;
wide rangeability. therefore, for measurements to be accurate, conductiv-
ity must be compensated to a reference temperature
The actual measurement range is determined by the (typically 25°C).
sensor group and the instrument range or range factor
in use. All ABB conductivity instruments are multirange Flow Cells
types. This provides numerous application options for
any sensor and instrument combination. The flow cell (Fig. 3) is available for both conductivity and
pH sensors. It is designed for use with the Endura
ABB 4-electrode conductivity sensors are arranged in TB264 Two-Electrode Conductivity Sensors, Endura
two groups, loosely adhering to the sensor cell constant TB464 4-Electrode Conductivity Sensors, and Endura
structure in the following manner: TB(X)561 pH/ORP Sensors. Multiple inlet and outlet
ports provide flexibility with installation, calibration, and
• Group A: General purpose for zero to 100 to zero mounting configurations. The sensor can be inserted
to 2,000,000 μS/cm. and removed from the flow cell quickly and easily
without disconnecting the sensor from the instrument or
• Group B: Low to medium range for zero to 10.00 to junction box.
zero to 2,000 μS/cm.

Table 1 provides a list of sensor and ranges.

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1/2 OR 3/4 NPT LEADS 2-WIRE CABLE

3/4 OR 1 NPT

8.9 8.9
INTEGRAL 0.35 0.35
TEMPERATURE
DIMENSIONS COMPENSATOR 25.4 17.4 17.4
LOCATION (TYPICAL) 1.00 0.69 0.69
MILLIMETERS
INCHES INLINE EXTERNAL SUBMERSIBLE EXTERNAL
TB4900 TB4901

TURN FITTING AROUND FOR 6.4

1/4 NPT
SUBMERSIBLE APPLICATIONS 0.25

10.2
0.40

1/4 NPT
25.4 50.8 25.4 124.3
1.00 2.00 1.00 4.89

690 KPA (100 PSI), 690 KPA (100 PSI),

100°C (212°F) 125°C (257°F)

TEFLON WETTED PARTS 316 STAINLESS STEEL WETTED PARTS,3K ohm RTD
4TB6006-0009 4TB6006-0008
WAND TYPE EXTERNAL T04254B

Figure 2. Temperature Compensators

TB264/TB464
SENSOR
(NOT INCLUDED)

239.3
9.42 1/2-NPT x 1/4-IN.
271.0
10.67 SWAGE LOCK
FITTING (3 TYP)
166.4
6.55
198.1
7.80

38.1
1.50

DIMENSIONS 71.9
2.83
MILLIMETERS
INCHES 134.9
5.31

NOTES:
1. DASHED LINES REPRESENT DIMENSIONS OF FLOW CELL KIT
WITH SWAGE LOCK FITTINGS.

2. FLOW CELL KIT WITHOUT SWAGE LOCK FITTINGS: 4TB9515-0223.

FLOW CELL KIT WITH SWAGE LOCK FITTINGS: 4TB9515-0190. T03874C

Figure 3. Flow Cell Kits

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Endura TB461 & TB465 Inline, Immersion or Endura TB46 Sensor Specifications
Hot Tap (Retractable) Conductivity Sensor
Applications (typical)
Ruggedly constructed of 316 stainless steel, these
sensors withstand the most demanding processes and Inline/immersion:
measurement requirements. Endura TB46 insertion/ Boiler measurements, sewer monitoring,
submersion sensors (Fig. 10) are easily installed into cooling towers, condensate, deionizers and
process lines and vessels by the 3/4-NPT insertion other water treatment applications, heat
threads or immersed directly into fluids by the back- exchangers, concentration monitoring, and
threads. Endura TB46 hot tap sensors (Fig. 10) are all other general conductivity measurements.
directly inserted and removed from lines and vessels
Retractable Hot tap:
without disturbing the process via either a 11/2 inch
Boiler condensate measurements, pulp
normal or 11/4 inch full port ball valve. This series is the
stock lines, sealed vessel monitoring, and all
most versatile offered by ABB. Full spectrum
other general conductivity measurements
conductivity measurement is achieved by the wide requiring sensor/insertion/removal without
rangeability of the sensor and the unique process disturbance.
interchangeable tip design. The specifications are
listed in Table 9 and the ordering guide in Table 10. Max. Pressure/Temperature:
Dimensions are shown in Figures 11 & 12.
Inline/immersion:
1,550 kPag (225 psig) at
200°C (392°F)
1100 psig at 100°F (special request label)

Retractable Hot tap:

689 kPag (100psig) at 200°C (392°F) max.

TB46 INSERTION Materials:

Body, electrodes, compression fittings:
316 stainless steel
(compression fittings only)
TB46 HOT TAP WITH
WRENCH-TIGHT COMPRESSION FITTING
Insulator: PEEK

O-rings: Ethylene propylene

Compression fitting ferrule:

Nylon (ball valve insertion only)
TB46 HOT TAP WITH HAND-TIGHT
COMPRESSION FITTING T04261A
Special Features:

Inline/immersion:
Figure 10. Endura TB461 & TB465 Sensors Interchangeable and replaceable electrode
tips. Direct measurement above 100°C
(212°F) without coolers with proper
antiflashing installation.

Retractable Hot tap:

Interchangeable and replaceable electrode
tips. Accidental sensor blowout prevented
by antiblowout lip machined into sensor
body.

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KYNAR
316SS 26.7
DIA 316 S.S. BODY
RETAINER
RETAINER 1.05
31.8 DIA TB4610
1.25 3/4 NPT 3/4 NPT SENSOR
GROUP A

38.1 22.2
FLATS
1.50 0.88 INSERTION
155.6 LENGTH
6.13
1/2 FNPT
TB4650 TB4670
SENSOR SENSOR
GROUP B GROUP C

DIMENSIONS
MILLIMETERS
INCHES

INSERTION INSERTION
LENGTH LENGTH
T04099A

Figure 11. Endura TB46 Inline/Immersion Dimensions

316SS HAND-TIGHT TB4611/4 2-1/2 IN. DIA 1-1/2 IN. HEX

KYNAR
RETAINER COMPRESSION 25.4 SENSOR
DIA 316 S.S. BODY 1-3/4 IN. HEX 1-3/8 IN. HEX
RETAINER FITTING 1.00 GROUP A
31.8 DIA 1-1/4 NPT 1 NPT
1.25 26.7 DIA 17.8 DIA
1.05 0.70

10.1
38.1 ANTIBLOWOUT LIP 0.40
1.50
406.4 OR 609.6 14.0 97.8 66.7
16.00 OR 24.00 0.55 3.85 2.63
1/2 FNPT
TB4651/4 TB4671/4 HAND-TIGHT WRENCH-TIGHT
SENSOR SENSOR COMPRESSION COMPRESSION
GROUP B GROUP C FITTING FITTING
DIMENSIONS
MILLIMETERS
INCHES
20.3 40.6
0.80 1.60 T04100A

Figure 12. Endura TB46 Hot Tap Dimensions

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