The newly developed VA 526 combines precise flow measurement, consumption monitoring, temperature measurement, and -optionally- pressure and humidity/dew point monitoring in a compact inline sensor. It thus offers a space-saving, all-in-one solution for monitoring compressed air and gas consumption directly at the point of use.
Thanks to modern interfaces such as Modbus RTU, Ethernet/Power over Ethernet, IO-Link, and Bluetooth, the VA 526 can be flexibly integrated into existing energy monitoring systems.
Operation, parameterization, and data analysis are conveniently handled via the CS SensorApp — ideal for hard-to-reach points of measurement and decentralized plant structures.
The VA 526 is used whenever a large number of machines (compressed air or gas consumers) need to be integrated into an energy monitoring network.
Details
Advantages of the VA 526
- Bluetooth as standard
- Compact design —for use in machines or behind the maintenance unit at the end user's site
- Standard analog signals (4…20 mA) or digital interfaces such as Modbus RTU, Ethernet (including Power over Ethernet), M-Bus, or IO-Link
- Optional: No inlet sections required, thanks to the integrated flow straightener
- Optional: Pressure and dew point measurement for comprehensive monitoring
- CS SensorApp for easy operation, parameterization, viewing of measured values, and on-site online service support
Applications of the VA526
- Consumption analysis directly at the end user (point of use)
- Consumption billing in accordance with ISO 50001
- Reduce costs by minimizing leaks
- Compact OEM integration without the need for inlet sections
- Efficiency monitoring of nitrogen or oxygen generators