QGO20 Oxygen Sensors
QGO20 Oxygen Sensors
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Basic Documentation
The QGO20... and this Basic Documentation are intended for use by OEMs which
integrate the oxygen sensor in their products!
2 Overview.......................................................................................................... 9
3 Type summary............................................................................................... 10
7.1 Mounting........................................................................................................ 18
7.2 Electrical connections.................................................................................... 19
9 Dimensions.................................................................................................... 21
11 Index.............................................................................................................. 23
12 Addendum ..................................................................................................... 24
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• If the burner is shut down for no more than 1 or 2 weeks, do not switch off the
QGO20... and the associated control unit (RPO25..., LMV52..., PLL52)
• To ensure a good response, always use the QGO20... together with the AGO20...
• Flue gas temperatures at the QGO20... must not exceed 300 °C, since higher tem-
peratures can destroy the sensor
• Use the QGO20... only with natural gas or light oil since other types of fuel can de-
stroy the sensor, resulting from aggressive substances in the flue gases
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• Ensure that the relevant national safety regulations are complied with
• To facilitate mounting, both the QGO20... and AGO20... carry markings (refer to
Mounting Instructions M7842)
• The flue gas flow passing the measuring cell must be homogeneous, with no or
only little turbulence. When mounted too close to air dampers or pipe bends, faulty
measurements can occur
• The exchange of fresh air in the connection area of the sensor with the reference
air slots must be ensured and may never be covered up (by insulation or similar)
• On both the gas and air side, the sensor should not be exposed to corrosive gases
(NOx, etc.) since these can drastically reduce the sensor’s service life
• A number of faults can distort the measurements (this can lead to dangerous situa-
tions in connection with oxygen trim control):
- If the stack is not tight, false air can join the flue gases. In that case, the residual
oxygen content indicated by the sensor is higher than it actually is
- If the flue gas velocity is low, the sensor’s response is slower, since the flue
gases take more time to pass the measuring cell. In that case, it is recom-
mended to mount the sensor in an inclined position (refer to «Mounting»)
- The greater the sensor’s distance from the flame, the longer the dead time
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During the sensor’s heating up phase, temperature differences between the inner and
outer electrode generate thermo-electric voltages which, in that phase, falsify the ac-
quired oxygen value.
When commissioning the control system, the heating up times specified in «Engineer-
ing notes» must therefore be observed.
It is also recommended to keep the sensor activated during short burner off periods (1
to 2 days).
Electronic circuit
- Activate the electronic circuit
- Wait until the sensor has reached its normal operating temperature, the residual
oxygen content is displayed on the associated control unit (RPO25..., LMV52...,
PLL52) and has stabilized. For more details, refer to the Basic Documentation of
the associated control unit (RPO25..., LMV52..., PLL52)
After the final mounting check, a first functional check can be made:
Functional check During the prepurge phase, the actual O2 value must be at a level of about 20.9 %. It
can be read off with the help of the handheld terminal AZW20.20 / AZL52...
Only with RPO25...: If set to measuring mode, the actual O2 value is also displayed di-
rectly by the RPO25...
Note Flue gas analyzers measure «dry», the QGO20... measures «wet».
The conversion is made with the help of the conversion table contained in the Adden-
dum to this Basic Documentation.
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Plants using the QGO20... must be serviced once a year. After no more than 3 months
of operation following commissioning, check the sensor’s internal resistance. If it ex-
ceeds 50 Ω, shorter the service interval to 3 months. Sensors having an internal resis-
tance of > 150 Ω should no longer be used for control tasks since their response is too
slow. For this reason, to ensure proper functioning, sensors with a resistance of
> 100 Ω should be replaced.
• Each time a sensor has been replaced, check wiring to ensure it is in an orderly
state
• Make certain that the sensor’s inlet and outlet are always kept free from dirt
• Check flange gasket on each service visit and replace if necessary
• Before cleaning, allow the QGO20... to cool down for at least 1 hour
• Check the flue gas collector AGO20... at regular intervals and clean if necessary
• After cleaning and heating up, check the O2 measurement and the proper function-
ing of the entire control equipment used in connection with the burner
The oxygen sensor contains electrical and electronic components and may not be dis-
posed of together with household waste.
Local and currently valid legislation must be observed.
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The QGO20... is an oxygen sensor that is used to acquire the residual oxygen content
of flue gases in heat generating plants that burn natural gas or light fuel oil. In connec-
tion with the control unit (RPO25..., LMV52..., PLL52), QGO20... monitors and controls
the combustion process. For mounting the QGO20..., flue gas collectors type AGO20...
are available. They can be welded directly into the stack. The QGO20... in connection
with the AGO20... is suited for use on all types of heat generating plant which burn
natural gas or light fuel oil with flue gas temperatures up to 300 °C at the test point. The
units of the ECOGYR range or LMV52...-systems – especially when used in connection
with oxygen trim control – are designed to minimize emissions and to optimize the effi-
ciency of the combustion process, also on retrofit projects.
QGO...
RVW... RPO...
M
SA4
M
SA1
M 7842s02/0802
SA2
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The measuring cell of the QGO20... is made of ceramics (ZrO2), stabilized with Y2O3.
At temperatures above 500 °C, oxygen ions can diffuse through the ceramics material.
It carries a porous platinum layer on both sides, which serve as electrodes.
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R x T O2-Ref.
VN = In
4xF O2
R µV
that is = = 21.5 K or
4xF
RxT
= 20.9 mV at T = 700 °C = 973 K
4xF
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To limit the error, the temperature in the RPO25... / PLL52 is also considered when cal-
culating the oxygen value and monitored for a minimum temperature.
The actual temperature is continuously acquired and serves as an input variable for
controlling the cell’s temperature and for calculating the actual oxygen content.
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When the oxygen concentration of the reference gas changes, the point of intersection
of the straight line with the abscissa will change (20.9 %).
Note The QGO20... is a device that does not measure the absolute but the relative oxygen
value.
The result is calculated based solely on the ratio of the partial pressures of the refer-
ence gas (ambient air) and the measuring gas.
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5.5 Aging
Due to aging, the characteristics “internal resistance“ and “response time“ may change.
The RPO25..., LMV52..., PLL52 measures these characteristics at regular intervals and
triggers an alarm should programmable limits be exceeded.
Assessment of aging with On the display, the following 2 values can be checked:
the help of the RPO25... / - Internal resistance: Max. 150 Ω
LMV52... / PLL52 / - Response time: Max. 25 seconds
AZL52... / AZW20.20
If one of these 2 limits is exceeded, the QGO20... must be replaced.
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1) Measuring cell
The measuring cell acquires differences in oxygen concentrations and delivers a
Nernst voltage.
2) Gas routing
Ensures exchange of the measuring gases in the vicinity of the measuring cell.
3) Heating element
The heating element maintains the cell’s temperature at 700 °C.
4) Thermocouple
The thermocouple acquires the temperature in the cell and delivers a signal of
about 40 µV / K, which is used for temperature control.
5) Connecting head
The connecting head contains the sensor´s connection terminals and the tempera-
ture compensation element . The compensation element delivers a current of about
1 µA / K which represents the temperature inside the head. The sum of head tem-
perature and thermocouple temperature gives the absolute temperature in the
measuring zone (normally 973 K).
4) Thermocouple
2) Gas routing
Flue gas
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Flue gas
3) Heating element
1) Measuring cell
5) Connecting head
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To simplify mounting in the stack, different types of AGO20... flue gas collectors are
available.
Flue gas
Air
7842z05e/1203
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Figure 10 shows the connection of the QGO20... to the control unit RPO25... / PLL52.
Note The signal lines require shielded 6-core cables with twisted pairs.
The shielding is to be connected to terminal GND of the RPO25... / PLL52.
Recommended cross-sectional area: Min. 0.6 mm²
• Open the cover only when the main switch is off so that both live and neutral con-
ductors are disconnected
• There is a risk of burning since the measuring cell works at an operating tempera-
ture of 700 °C
B1
B1
M
M
B2
B2
Q4 Q5 Q4 Q5
M
M
G2
G2
U3
U3
L N M B1 B2 M U3 G2 GND Q4 Q5 B1 M B2 M G2 U3 GND Q4 Q5
7842a01/1203
PLL52...
RPO... LMV52...
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QGO20... QGO20...
M B1 B2 M U3 G2 Q4 Q5 B1 M B2 M G2 U3 Q4 Q5
L N M B1 B2 M U3 G2 GND Q4 Q5 B1 M B2 M G2 U3 GND L N PE
7842s01/1203
PLL52...
RPO25... LMV52...
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Dimensions in mm
80 244
QGO20...
64 140 104
53
C
ø45
7
A
7842m02/0499
L 90
AGO20...
115 64
53,5
C
51
A
7842m04/0499
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Figure 10: Table with the different types of flue gas analyzers (figures in %)............... 24
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Natural gas
Light oil
CO2 wet
CO2 wet
CO2 dry
CO2 dry
O2 wet
O2 wet
O2 dry
O2 dry
Figure 10: Table with the different types of flue gas analyzers (figures in %)
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