The flow switch from Brannstrom for the BilgMon 488 15 PPM alarm help you ensure operational safety and compliance. The flow switch is designed to monitor sample flow and prevent accidental pollution. It enhances reliability and safeguards marine operations and is ideal for integration into the BilgMon 488 bilge alarm system.
The flow switch gives you:
Enhanced pollution prevention
Reliable low-flow detection
Easy system integration
High-quality performance.
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Protect Your Operations with Reliable Low-Flow Detection
The flow switch ensures safe and compliant operations by:
Detecting low sample flow: Prevents accidental oil discharge and protects the environment.
Signaling system alerts: Activates the 15ppm bilge alarm or Automatic Stopping Device for immediate action.
Ensuring compliance: Meets MARPOL regulations for pollution prevention.
Handling tough conditions: Designed to resist blockages, tampering, and clogging from oil or particles.
With a durable design and compatibility with both new and legacy systems, the flow switch is a reliable solution for safe and efficient marine operations.
Your Benefits: Safety, Compliance, and Reliability
The flow switch offers a range of key benefits for customers, making it an invaluable addition to any bilge alarm system. We have listed some of them below:
The flow switch complies with MARPOL Annex I regulations and IMO Resolution MEPC.107(49), which govern pollution prevention equipment for machinery spaces of ships. These international standards ensure that the switch helps prevent oil discharges and supports environmentally responsible operations.
Installing a compliant flow switch safeguards your system against regulatory violations while promoting eco-friendly practices.
The flow switch is versatile and can be installed anywhere in the 15ppm bilge alarm sample flow loop. However, positioning it in the drain line is ideal, as it also detects if the sample pipe is tampered with or disconnected. This strategic placement enhances safety by ensuring accurate monitoring and quick responses to flow issues.
On the drawing here, you can see where the flow switch can be installed.
Explore the Different Flow Switch Models for Every Need
Flow switches come in a range of models tailored to various flow rates and system needs. Popular options include the BFS-2 (0.4–2.0 lpm) and BFS-5 (1.0–5.0 lpm), both known for reliability and resistance to clogging. Choosing the right model ensures accurate monitoring, even in environments with oil and solid particles, enhancing overall system performance.
For older 15ppm bilge alarms without a dedicated signal input for a flow sensing switch, you can utilize the "Separator Status" signal input. This input is typically used to record the operating status of the 15ppm bilge separator and to activate the Automatic Stopping Device when necessary.
To connect the flow sensing switch:
Series Connection: Wire the flow sensing switch in series with the separator status signal. This configuration allows the Automatic Stopping Device to activate in low-flow situations, preventing accidental pollution.
Considerations: Note that this setup may result in incorrect logging of the separator's operation, as it will show the separator as running even if the water is redirected to the bilge.
For optimal performance and accurate logging:
Upgrade Recommendation: Replace the older bilge alarm with a newer version, such as the BilgMon 488 master unit. The updated unit features a dedicated signal input for the flow switch and treats flow alarms like other critical alerts (e.g., high oil content or malfunctions). It also displays “No Flow” on the screen and logs it for better monitoring and compliance.
This ensures both enhanced safety and accurate system logging.
Adding a flow switch offers optional protection against accidental pollution. While not mandatory, it is a valuable improvement for preventing blockages and tampering. This small addition can significantly enhance system safety, providing peace of mind for operators. With its robust design and functionality, the flow switch is an investment in safer and more reliable operations.
The new BilgMon 488 Version 5 is designed to set a new standard in precision, flexibility, and reliability. Version 5 builds upon the strengths of Version 4 with several new features:
Added flow sensing input for improved operational monitoring.
Higher output current capacity, catering to more robust systems.
Innovative sensor age tracking, promoting proactive maintenance.
Configurable signal outputs for precise data transmission in analog or digital RS422 formats.
These improvements mark Version 5 as a superior choice for modern bilge alarm systems.
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