YUNYI Straight Tube Density Meter
YUNYI XY-885 Straight Tube Density Meter is a precision instrument designed for continuous, real-time measurement of fluid density in industrial processes. Capable of measuring online density, temperature, and concentration of two-component mixtures, this meter features on-site display, remote transmission capability, DC power supply with positive/negative polarity self-adaptation, and touch-key operation.
Built to meet demanding process and custody transfer requirements, the straight tube design offers superior flow-through characteristics and ease of cleaning while remaining unaffected by vibration, flow rate variations, or pressure changes. The result is a low-maintenance, robust, and highly reliable instrument for critical density monitoring applications.
Key Benefits
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Truly Maintenance-Free Operation – Fully integrated “plug and play” digital measurement with no moving parts, ensuring continuous, uninterrupted service without routine maintenance
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Flexible, Hassle-Free Installation – Compact footprint with low space requirements; no on-site calibration or debugging needed; ready to use straight out of the box
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Unique Direct Insertion Design – Insertion lengths up to 80 meters available, allowing installation in locations with limited access
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Integrated Intelligent Electronics – Integral transmitter supports both analog and digital communications for seamless system integration
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Rigorously Factory Tested – Each unit undergoes strict factory validation before shipment, ensuring guaranteed accuracy and reliable performance
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Versatile Installation Options – Continuous real-time measurement in main pipelines, bypass loops, tanks, and vessels
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Superior Corrosion & Wear Resistance – Wide selection of corrosion-resistant and anti-abrasive wetted materials to suit virtually any process medium
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Exceptional Reliability & Safety – Optimized design inherently resists interference from vibration and pressure fluctuations, delivering stable readings in challenging environments
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Automatic Temperature Compensation – Built-in compensation automatically corrects density measurements for temperature variations, ensuring accuracy across a wide operating range
Product Features
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Factory calibrated — ready for immediate installation; no on-site calibration required
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Simultaneous measurement of online density, temperature, and two-component concentration
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Local digital display with intuitive touch-key interface
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Remote transmission capability for centralized monitoring and control
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DC power supply with positive/negative polarity self-adaptation — eliminates wiring errors and protects the instrument
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Ideal for challenging fluids including viscous and non-Newtonian fluids, low-flow media, non-homogeneous mixtures, media entraining solids or gas, slurry, highly corrosive fluids, as well as cryogenic and ultra-high temperature applications
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Suitable Media | Cement slurry, mineral slurry, mortar, viscous and crystallization-prone liquids, gas-entrained liquids |
| Density Measurement Range | 0 – 4 g/cm³ (range configurable) |
| Temperature Range | Standard: -50°C to 250°C Extended: -200°C to 300°C (available on request) |
| Pressure Rating | ≤ 4 MPa (higher pressure ratings available upon request) |
| Power Supply | 24 VDC / 500 mA |
| Analog Output | 4 – 20 mA |
| Frequency Output | 0 – 1 KHz |
| Digital Communication | Modbus RTU 485 |
| Explosion Protection | Ex d II C T6 Gb (flameproof enclosure) |
| Ingress Protection | IP67 |
Wetted Materials (Selectable)
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316L Stainless Steel
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Hastelloy C276 / C22
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Titanium Alloy (Ti)
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HB3
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Monel
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Zirconium
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High Nickel Alloy
Wetted material selection can be customized based on specific application requirements to ensure optimal chemical compatibility and service life.
Applications
The XY-885 Straight Tube Density Meter is engineered to excel in demanding environments where traditional instruments struggle:
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Viscous & Non-Newtonian Fluids — Accurate measurement even with high-viscosity and shear-sensitive media
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Low-Flow Applications — Reliable readings at extremely low fluid velocities
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Non-Homogeneous Mixtures — Handles uneven fluid compositions without loss of accuracy
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Media with Entrained Solids or Gas — Exceptional resistance to bubble and particle interference
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Slurry & Mining Applications — Cement slurry, mineral slurry, mortar, and abrasive suspensions
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Highly Corrosive Fluids — Acids, alkalis, aggressive chemicals processed with corrosion-resistant alloy wetted parts
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Extreme Temperature Service — From cryogenic (-200°C) to ultra-high temperature (300°C) media
Typical Industry Applications
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Oil & Gas — Crude oil density monitoring, product interface detection in multi-product pipelines, refined product quality control, custody transfer measurement
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Chemical & Petrochemical — Polymer solution density monitoring, acid and base concentration control, monomer and solvent quality assurance
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Mining & Mineral Processing — Ore slurry density measurement, tailings management, flotation circuit control
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Food & Beverage — Wort density during brewing, juice and syrup concentration, dairy product standardization
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Pulp & Paper — Black liquor, green liquor, white liquor density; cellulose slurry measurement
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Power Generation — Flue gas desulfurization (FGD) slurry monitoring, lime milk concentration
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Pharmaceutical — Process monitoring for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), batch consistency verification
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Custody Transfer & Trade Handover — High-accuracy density measurement for product billing and quality verification
Why Choose the XY-885 Straight Tube Density Meter?
The straight tube architecture offers distinct advantages over traditional density measurement technologies:
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True In-Line Measurement — Direct continuous measurement without sampling or bypass loops where space permits, minimizing process disruption
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Superior Flow-Through Characteristics — Straight, unobstructed flow path reduces pressure drop and eliminates dead zones where solids could accumulate
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Low-Pressure Drop Operation — Minimal flow restriction compared to U-tube or bent-tube designs, making it ideal for viscous fluids and energy-conscious processes
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Excellent Bubble & Solids Tolerance — Enhanced performance in gas-entrained and solid-laden fluids where other meters fail
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Self-Draining Design — Easy rinsing and cleaning between batches; ideal for hygienic applications and product changeovers
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Simplified Maintenance — Straight tube geometry allows for easy mechanical cleaning when required; no complex tube geometry to trap process residues





