Hexamethylenediamine concentration
precisely measure
for optimal product quality
precisely measure
for optimal product quality
Maintenance-free LiquiSonic® Sensors enable continuous inline concentration measurement of HMDA in aqueous solutions.
Maximize your production efficiency through precise real-time monitoring.
±0.05% accuracy
Real-time measurement
Maintenance-free
Profitable
The precise concentration measurement of hexamethylenediamine (HMDA) in aqueous solutions presents manufacturers of polyamides, for example Nylon 66, with significant technical and economic challenges. Conventional measurement methods, such as pH measurement, conductivity measurement, or refractometric methods, quickly reach their limits with HMDA aqueous solutions. The corrosive properties and high alkalinity lead, among other things, to frequent calibrations, inaccurate measurement results, or ultimately to a sensor replacement. Our LiquiSonic® measurement system uses an innovative sound velocity measurement for precise, maintenance-free, and corrosion-resistant determination of HMDA concentration.
Discover our solution
Our solution for hexamethylenediamine concentration measurements
LiquiSonic® measurement system
The LiquiSonic® System from SensoTech revolutionizes the concentration measurement of HMDA through innovative ultrasonic velocity measurement - precise, maintenance-free, and corrosion-resistant. The sound velocity in aqueous HMDA solutions changes linearly with concentration, enabling precise and reliable measurement.
Technical details and specifications
Ultrasonic measurement principle
The LiquiSonic® system is based on the precise measurement of the absolute sound velocity in liquids. Ultrasonic waves are transmitted through the HMDA solution at a very high frequency. The transit time measurement is performed several times per second, allowing concentration changes of up to 0.05 wt% HMDA to be reliably detected in real-time.
Independent of media influences
No recalibration required
Multicomponent measurement possible
Technical specifications
Measuring range (concentration) | 0.1 - 100 wt% |
Measurement accuracy | typically ±0.05 wt% |
Repeatability | ±0.02 wt% |
Temperature range | -40 °C to 200 °C |
Pressure range | up to 500 bar |
Sensor length | up to 3000 mm |
Material & coating | Stainless steel, Hastelloy, PFA, PVDF, ETFE, ... |
Digital transmission | up to 1,000 m (more on request) |
Interfaces | 4-20 mA, Profibus, Ethernet, Modbus, Fieldbus, ... |
Protection class | IP65 & Ex-Schutz verfügbar |
Calibration | One-time factory calibration |
Maintenance | Completely maintenance-free |
Individual adaptations for your HMDA application
Individual adaptations for your HMDA application
SensoTech manufactures LiquiSonic® sensors specifically for the aggressive conditions of HMDA processing. Our engineers develop customized solutions based on your specific process requirements:
Special materials
Hastelloy C-276, Inconel, or Tantalum for extreme corrosion resistance against alkaline HMDA solutions
Custom geometry
Customized sensor length for optimal integration into existing piping systems
Extended temperature range
Special designs for temperatures up to 200 °C in nylon salt concentration possible
Software and additional functions
SonicWork® configuration software
- Intuitive graphical user interface
- Automatic sensor detection and configuration
- Historical data archiving and trends
- Alarm and limit value monitoring
SonicGraph® signal analysis
- Online representation of the ultrasonic signal
- Optimal assessment of the measurement and installation situation
- Gas bubble detection and quantification
- Flow monitor and idle monitoring
Economic benefit
Production optimization
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Scrap reduction
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Productivity increase
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Quality stabilization
Operating cost reduction
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No maintenance costs
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Minimal laboratory costs
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Reduced downtime
Raw material savings
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HMDA consumption optimized
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Adipic acid saved
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Energy consumption reduced
Typical payback period 8-18 months!
Application examples
LiquiSonic® Sensors for HMDA concentration measurement are widely used in the chemical industry and polymer production.
Nylon 66 production
Salt solution preparation and concentration
Polycondensation monitoring
Quality control of intermediates
Chemical synthesis
HMDA raw material qualification
Real-time reaction monitoring
Wastewater and by-product monitoring
Recycling & circular economy
Nylon depolymerization control
HMDA recovery from waste
Secondary raw material qualification
Purity determination during reprocessing
Special applications
Corrosion inhibitor dosing
Epoxy resin hardener concentration
Water treatment resins
Analytical reference measurements
Success stories and references:
Detailed case studies and customer references are available from our sales team. Contact us for specific application examples from your industry.
The main advantages at a glance
Precise real-time measurement
Robust & maintenance-free
Short payback period
Continuous quality control
Frequently asked questions
SensoTech GmbH is a leading company in the field of process measurement technology based in Barleben, near Magdeburg, Germany. We develop and produce innovative solutions for monitoring and optimizing industrial processes. Our specialization lies in the precise measurement of concentrations, densities, and other parameters in liquids – in real time and directly during the process.
Unlike optical methods, which are influenced by color or turbidity, conductivity-based methods, which are sensitive to electrical conductivity, or density-based methods, which can be disturbed by temperature or gas bubbles, our ultrasonic method is independent of these influences.
The LiquiSonic® measurement technology also contains neither moving parts nor components that can wear out or be consumed. Therefore, after installation, the measurement system is completely maintenance-free and drift-free.
The sensors offer digital signal transmission up to 1000 m and enable continuous inline measurement without sampling.
Our system uses ultrasonic transit time measurement to determine the speed of sound in the liquid. The speed of sound directly correlates with the HMDA concentration and enables measurement accuracies of ±0.05 wt%.The integrated temperature compensation ensures stable results even with fluctuating process conditions.
The system provides measurements in real-time. Based on the measurements, you receive an updated measurement value every second.This fast response time allows for effective process control and early detection of deviations from the desired hexamethylenediamine concentration.
Yes, the LiquiSonic® system can be calibrated for various diamines including ethylenediamine, diethylenetriamine, or other aliphatic and aromatic diamines. Each substance has a characteristic speed of sound concentration curve, which is stored in the software. Multi-component measurements are also possible.
Since the speed of sound, like all other physical quantities, is influenced by temperature, all our LiquiSonic® sensors are equipped with temperature sensors. This allows the influence of temperature on the measurement directly compensated Therefore, it is not necessary to integrate additional temperature sensors.
Our sensors operate reliably in a temperature range from -40 °C to 200 °C and pressures up to 500 bar during the hexamethylenediamine concentration measurement. Through various material options such as stainless steel, Hastelloy, or PFA coatings, more aggressive media can also be measured, and explosion protection for Zone 1 and 2 is also available.
Yes, our sensors are designed for extreme conditions. In addition to the extended temperature and pressure range, we offer custom adaptations such as sensor lengths up to 3000 mm, special alloys for corrosive media, and various protection types, such as optional explosion protection. Each sensor is individually configured according to your requirements configured.
Yes, by combining sound velocity measurement with additional physical quantities (e.g., conductivity), up to 3 components can be determined simultaneously. This allows monitoring of additional additives besides hexamethylenediamine.
The system offers various digital interfaces (e.g., Profibus, Ethernet/IP, Foundation Fieldbus) as well as analog 4-20 mA outputs. The integration is seamless via standardized protocols.
Yes, SensoTech manufactures sensors individually according to customer requirements. All standard flanges are available, any installation lengths (up to at least 1000 mm, further lengths on request), various threads, and special geometries for crystallization containers or small pipelines.
The system is completely maintenance-free. Es gibt keine mechanischen Verschleißteile, Dichtungen oder optische Fenster, die angegriffen werden könnten. Eine regelmäßige Kalibrierung ist nicht erforderlich. Die Sensoren bleiben über Jahre stabil und messen zuverlässig Ihre Hexamethylenediamine concentration.
Related Applications
Sulfuric Acid Production
In sulfuric acid production, hexamethylenediamine (HMDA) plays a role as an auxiliary or secondary component in downstream chemical processes, so its concentration must be monitored to ensure process stability, product quality, and plant safety.
Caprolactam
Hexamethylenediamine is a central intermediate in the production of polyamides, especially in the context of caprolactam and nylon production, making precise concentration measurement crucial for reaction management, yield, and product quality.