Leak Detection with Kayden CLASSIC Switch

• A common problem in flow applications is for the seal of a pump to break down over time, thus causing leaks.
• Operators can respond to leaks through techniques such as implementing fluid recovery systems, however, this does not actually fix the leak.
• Efficiency can improve through the installation of leak detection instrumentation; the Kayden CLASSIC 800 Series is ideal for identifying leaks and preventing loss.

Pumps require a form of mechanical seal. However, these seals will eventually break down and begin leak. Operators can determine the point of failure by routinely monitoring of the seal. Some seal leak can be tolerated by directing the fluid into a recovery system. As a result, these systems use a drain line to direct the fluid into a storage container. But to increase efficiency, operators can implement instrumentation that is useful for leak detection.

How do operators determine when a leak is occurring and to what degree? The CLASSIC 800 Series Flow, Level, Interface, and Temperature Switch and Transmitter from Kayden Instruments will help determine whether or not to shut down the pump or send out a maintenance crew to service the mechanical seal.

Leak Detection with Kayden CLASSIC 800 Series Switches

Below is a common pipeline leak detection setup for a no flow condition with pump protection:

• Staff can monitor the storage container and recover the leaking fluid. However, a leak can quickly overwhelm the storage container if the seal fails and floods the recovery system.
• Monitor inside the drain to detect if there is a fluid present. If so, operators can inform the relevant party.
• Monitor the liquid level in the drain pipe while monitoring the flow rate. It is now possible to choose both an alarm point and a shut-down point using the Kayden CLASSIC 800 Series.

Kayden CLASSIC 812 Flanged Model

• flanged process connections – 316/316L stainless steel sensor standard
• exotic alloys, custom ‘U’ lengths, and remote mounted electronics available
• digital microprocessor technology – settings configurable by user for flow, level, interface, and temperature sensing
• no jumpers – all configurable options store in non-volatile memory
• FM explosion-proof Class I, Div. 1, Groups B, C & D (hazardous area approval)
• CSA/ANSI UL Flameproof Class I, Div. 1, Groups B, C & D
• 316/316L stainless steel and exotic alloy versions with ASME Section VIII Div. 1 2007 latest addenda. Also, insertion in system complying with ASME/ANSI B31.3-2006 +2007 addenda. Canadian Registration Number (CRN): 0F09437.2