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Welcome to System Studies' Hardware section. This page provides a quick introduction to the cable pressurization products that we provide.

More detailed information about these products can be found in the Data Sheets section under Reference. If you're looking for a specific product and can't find it, please give us a call at 800.247.8255.

 
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289H Loop Surveillance System
Providing sophisticated performance without expensive hardware, the 289H and 289H-M LSS monitors form the core of the innovative remote monitoring equipment available from System Studies Incorporated. Working in partnership with the complex and powerful PressureMAP™ software, the 289H family of monitors serves as the link between PressureMAP and monitoring devices in the field.

Both monitors have the ability to read the variety of special application sensors and transducers (both resistive and mA output) that are available for cable pressurization system monitoring today.

The larger 289H LSS chassis can read up to 1000 monitoring devices in an office, while the "mini" version is reserved for offices with 50 devices or fewer. Please see our 289H LSS and 289H-M LSS datasheets for specifications and capabilities information.
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uM260 Micro Monitor   P/N 9800-6260 L / M
The uM260 Micro Monitor (Part No. 9800-6260) is the ideal stand-alone cable pressurization monitor for small central offices and Controlled Environmental Vault (CEV) locations. It accommodates up to sixteen (16) transducers (resistive or current loop), four (4) binary contact alarms, and one (1) control relay.

Two versions of the monitor are available: one equipped with an on-board modem for communications via 9600 baud modem (P/N 9800-6260M), and one with an Ethernet port for LAN communications (P/N 9800-6260L). A text menu interface is provided for both versions, plus the LAN version can be accessed via HTML/Javascript browser.

Please refer to our uM260 Micro Monitor datasheet for detailed information regarding this powerful, small office monitoring solution.
 
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LAN Controller Card   P/N 9800-0030
As the name implies, the Controller Card performs most of the tasks that direct the operation of the 289H LSS and its interaction with PressureMAP. The Controller Card contains the 289H's measurement circuitry, communications hardware (modem or network connection), and a micro-controller (which switches and stores data, and activates the modem, if applicable). As new capabilities are added to the 289H monitors, new versions of the firmware EPROM chip on the Controller Card have been introduced.

Currently, there are two versions of the card available: the LAN Controller Card (shown here), which provides two-way communications between PressureMAP and the 289H LSS monitors over a local area network (LAN), and the original Controller Card (P/N 9010-0010), which provides these functions using modem communications. Both versions provide surge and over-voltage protection for the 289H's measurement circuit.
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Tone Utility Card  P/N 9010-0016
The Tone Utility card (Part No. 9010-0016) contains the 48 volt DC power supply and fuses for the 289H LSS chassis. It is also equipped with a power switch, an alarm enable/disable switch, and a dual function tone generator.

This tone generation device makes it possible to transmit a pseudo-data tone or selected tone frequency on the monitoring device pairs wired to the 289H monitor. Using PressureMAP's Diagnostic utility, a technician can route a selected "locator tone" to specified pairs, or place a "pair-saver tone" on all monitoring devices connected to a standard 289H Dedicated Relay card
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Dedicated Relay Card  Part No. 9800-6110
There are several types of relay cards available for the 289H LSS: subscriber, dedicated, addressable and Sparton Dedicated Replacement (SPDR). The Dedicated Relay Card (shown on the right) is equipped with 50 relays to provide monitoring of both resistive output and current loop output monitoring devices.

Dedicated Relay Cards currently being supplied by System Studies are equipped with the on-board capacitors and circuitry required for full tone generation capability–both the "pair-saver" and "locator" tone functions.
 
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Standard Controller Card  P/N 9010-0010
The original Controller Card designed and manufactured for the 289H LSS monitors (shown to the right) was equipped with an on-board modem for dial-up communications with PressureMAP™. In-process modem activity can be confirmed by viewing the modem indicator lights located near the 289H LSS backplane.
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Standard Utility Card  P/N 9010-0004
The 289H LSS Utility Card contains a -48V DC power supply, a power switch, and an alarm enable/disable switch. If the monitoring requirements of a particular wire center exceed the capabilities of one 289H chassis, a second Utility Card and additional relay cards can be installed in a second 289H chassis to provide expanded monitoring capabilities. In these applications the Utility Card is connected to the Controller Card in the primary chassis using a 25-pair connector cables.
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Subscriber Relay Card  Part No. 9800-6100
The subscriber relay card (Part No. 9800-6100) is the Loop Surveillance System's internal terminator point used for monitoring devices installed on subscriber conductor pairs. Each card will accommodate a total of 25 devices, and will also take dedicated circuits. On the back edge of the card are two cable connectors, one male and one female. These components make it possible to complete the cabling from a connector block to the 289H Subscriber Card.
 
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UAMC Card  Part No. 9800-6112
The Universal Addressable Monitoring Card (UAMC) has eight addressable relays and 24 dedicated relays. Each addressable relay provides access to 127 separate device addresses, each with up to ten channels for designating multiple sensors. (Please note, however, that the recommended practical working maximum number of devices per addressable pair is 75.) The card's 24 dedicated relays make it possible also to monitor field and central office devices on dedicated pairs in addition to the addressable pairs.

The Universal Addressable Monitoring Card works with PressureMAP Version 23 to read addressable monitoring devices available from System Studies, Sparton, Chatlos, Lancier, and Nicotra. Testing is underway to expand functionality to Inelcom and Microsol addressable transducers. Additional information about the Universal Addressable Monitoring Card (UAMC) can be found on the product's datasheet.
 
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SPDR Card  Part No. 9800-6116
The Sparton Dedicated Replacement Card (SPDR) streamlines the process of cutting over from a Sparton monitor to the 289H LSS by eliminating time-consuming rewiring, and simplifies converting the device data. The SPDR (P/N 9800-6116) contains relays for up to 36 dedicated Sparton pairs, and connects directly to the existing Sparton dedicated block's A, B and C cables. The on-card dip switch can be set for A, B or C configuration (as appropriate), to translate the Sparton cable's pinout for 289H monitoring. Labeled LED indicator lights at the front edge of the SPDR identify the installed card's current setting.

Additional information about the new Universal Addressable Monitoring Card (UAMC) can be found on the product's datasheet.
 
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SSLAM  Part No. 9800-6046
 
Like the Sparton Dedicated Replacement Card (SPDR), the Sparton Subscriber Line Adapter Module (SSLAM)™ is designed to streamline the transition from a Sparton CPAMS to a 289H or 289H-M LSS. The SPDR is used with Sparton dedicated modules, and the SSLAM is used for Sparton devices on subscriber pairs. Combined, these two products simplify the process of replacing central office monitors. They eliminate the costly and time consuming rewiring of monitoring device pairs and the running of new jumpers from the horizontal frame.

While the SPDR is an actual relay card installed in a 289H monitor, the SSLAM (P/N 9800-6046) is a central office equipment rack component that provides the cabling interface between the Sparton Telzon block and the 289H equipment. Additional information about the Sparton Subscriber Line Adapter Module (SSLAM) can be found on the product's datasheet.
Max Monitoring Points Cable Connectors
72* Twelve 25-Pair Female**
 
 * Translates two 36-pair Sparton Telzon subscriber blocks (72 pair maximum)
** The first six amphenol connectors are grouped together on one side of the SSLAM and are used to accept two sets of subscriber line A, B and C cables from two Sparton Telzon #530608 subscriber blocks. The remaining group of six connectors is used for the three male/female and three male/male cables to the 289H LSS subscriber relay cards.
 
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Customized Rack Assemblies
In addition to providing individual central office panel components, System Studies also offers customized, pre-assembled equipment racks. Our engineers have developed a modular, optimally plumbed rack assembly that can be tailored to fit your specific needs. Most customized rack assemblies consists of one or more 7-foot high equipment racks, each with a vertically mounted 2-inch diameter stainless steel distribution manifold, and selected panel components. The pneumatic connections from the manifold to the various panel components are meticulously engineered to eliminate the unnecessary bends and extraneous fittings commonly found on panel assemblies.

If you're interested in discussing a pressurized air delivery system upgrade for your central office, please contact our Sales Department for more information.

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Our rack assemblies feature optimal pneumatic plumbing and solid, leak-resistant fittings.
 
 
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Digital Dual Pipe Panel  Part No. 9800-3780
The Digital Dual Pipe Panel is supplied with two Dual Digital Panel Meters (one for each air pipe), two Flow Finders (either 0-47.5 SCFH or 0-95 SCFH, depending upon ordering selection), two High Resolution Dual (pressure/flow) Transducers, two shutoff valves, and two precision pressure regulators.
 
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Digital Panels
System Studies offers four impressive central office digital panels: both a single and dual pipe panel, and two types of distribution panels. These panels supplement the remote monitoring capability of the High Resolution Dual pressure/flow) Transducers with independent alarming of low pressure and high flow. The new panels, which are powered by a source of -24V DC, contain a dual digital panel meter that provides highly visible 3-digit displays of both delivery pressure and total air consumption. This digital output is linked directly to the panel's transducer readings.

Surface controls provide the means for setting high flow alarms, changing flow range output, calibrating pressure based on site altitude variations, and silencing alarms. Flush mounted push-button controls, used individually or in combination, provide intuitive adjustment capability and protection against accidental disruption of set values. The Digital Display Panels provide simplified contact alarm and transducer wiring to the 289H LSS connector block. In fact, when ordered as part of a custom rack assembly, device pairs installed -24V DC power supply are pre-wired for quicker installation.

For additional information about the individual panels and available power supplies, please refer to our Digital Panel datasheet.
 
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Digital Single Pipe Panel  Part No. 9800-3783
Our Digital Single Pipe Panel is supplied with one Dual Digital Panel Meter, a Flow Finder (either 0-47.5 SCFH or 0-95 SCFH, depending upon ordering selection), a High Resolution Dual (pressure/flow) Transducer, a shutoff valves, and a precision pressure regulator.
 
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Digital Distribution Panel  Part No. 9800-3782
The Digital Distribution Panel is supplied with two Flow Finder Manifolds, each containing five Flow Finders (for manually measuring flows to individual cables). It is also equipped with a higher range Flow Finder to monitor total panel air consumption. The pressure tubing connector fittings from the manifolds are nickel-plated brass, 1/4" NPT to 3/8" tubing. Pressure and flow rates are monitored remotely with a High Resolution Dual (pressure/flow) Transducer. One Dual Digital Panel Meter is supplied to provide visual pressure and flow readings and independent contact alarm monitoring.
 
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Digital Legacy Distribution Panel  Part No. 9800-3682
To accommodate those who prefer taking manual cable flow readings using panel flow raters and a Portable Flow Gauge, we have developed this Digital Legacy Distribution Panel. Like all of the panels available for purchase, this panel can be ordered in a variety of flow ranges to meet specific installation requirements. Each panel is equipped with a flow rater assembly that provides ten 0-9.5 SCRH flow raters for taking individual cable flow readings. It is also equipped with a Flow Finder and High Resolution Dual (pressure/flow) Transducer to monitor total panel air consumption remotely. Pressure tube connector fittings from the flow rater assembly are nickel-plated brass, 1/4" NPT to 3/8" tubing. One Dual Digital Panel Meter is also supplied to provide visual pressure and flow readings and independent contact alarm monitoring.
 
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PART NUMBER RANGE* FITTING** TD TYPES***
9800-3782 L, M, H, C BS 1, 2

  * Flow Finder Ranges:
L Low: input = 19.0 SCFH, Output = 9.5 SCFH
M Medium: Input = 47.5 SCFH, Output = 9.5 SCFH (Recommended)
H High: Input = 95.0 SCFH, Output = 19.0 SCFH
C Custom: Multiple output ranges to meet customer specifications.
  ** Fitting:
BS Manifolds supplied with nickel-plated brass, standard tubing connectors. For use with standard 3/8" inch plastic tubing.
  *** TD Types
1 High Resolution Flow Transducer
2 High Resolution Dual Transducer (Recommended)

Ordering Example:
If you ordered Part No. 9800-3782H-BS-2, for example, you would receive a Digital Distribution Panel equipped with 0-19 SCFH flow ranges in each of the manifold outports and a 0-95 SCFH Flow Finder that measures regulated air flow from the central office dryer(s). This panel would also include a High Resolution Dual Transducer and nickel-plated brass tubing connectors on each manifolds outgoing ports Standard equipment would also include one dual digital panel meter.

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Digital Panel Power Supply, 117V AC to -24V DC  Part No. 9800-3186
This digital panel power supply is a rack-mounted component that converts 117V AC to -24V DC. Mounted to a standard 23" x 7" panel, the unit can be easily and optimally integrated into any digital panel equipment rack configuration. The power supply is equipped with two sets of powerloads (outputs) which can be directed to separate digital panel equipment racks. Located on the back of the panel is a lighted power switch which indicates ON/OFF status.
 
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Alarm Splitter Module  Part No. 9800-4451
The Alarm Splitter Module (P/N 9800-4451) is a central office panel component designed for use with the Digital Display Panels. Sized for a standard 23" wide equipment rack, the alarm splitter makes it possible to direct the panels' flow and pressure contact alarms to two separate office monitors: the 289H / 289H-M LSS and a secondary alarm monitor. One Alarm Splitter Module will accommodate up to 12 digital display pressure/flow components, plus one additional contact alarm—for a total of 25 devices.

Located on the front of the Alarm Splitter Module are 25 LEDs (see enlarged photo), each of which represents a single contact alarm. When an LED is illuminated, the red diode indicates that the designated contact alarm is activated. LEDs are arranged sequentially left to right, starting with the high flow contact alarm for the digital display unit designated as #1, followed by the unit's low pressure contact alarm. This sequence is repeated for each digital display on the rack assembly based on its position in the rack.
 
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Digital Panel Power Supply, 117V AC to -48V DC  Part No. 9800-3096
This power supply panel converts 117V AC to -48V DC. Designed originally as an alternative to central office -48V DC battery for powering 289H and 289H LSS monitors, it can also be used with a -48V DC to -24V DC Converter to supply power to the digital panels. For this reason, the 117V AC to -48V DC power supply panel is a viable option when upgrading an existing 289H-monitored office with new digital panel equipment.

Like our other panel equipment, this power supply panel can be mounted to a standard 23" x 84" equipment rack. It measures 23" wide by 7" high. Output is -48V DC at 3 amps.
 
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Digital Panel -48V DC to -24V DC Converter  Part No. 9800-3196
The Digital Panels' DDPM components require a power source for the LED display. Central office battery can be used for this purpose, but only if the voltage is reduced from -48V DC to -24V DC. The 9800-3196 DC to DC Converter fulfills this requirement for up to 18 digital displays. Mounted to a 23-inch wide panel, the converter consists of a separate power conversion unit and conductor terminal strip located on the back of the panel, and a front-access On/Off switch. Threaded lug connectors are supplied for the incoming CO battery source and for output to each of the digital panels.
 
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Dual Pipe Panel  Part No. 9800-3080
The Dual Pipe Panel includes two Flow Finders, two High Resolution Transducers (Flow or Dual), pressure regulators and shutoff valves. Panels can also be ordered without transducers or with resistive flow transducers (ranges 0–20 SCFH, 0–47.5 SCFH an 0–100 SCFH. Material is cold rolled steel, 12 gauge, and panel dimensions are 23 inch (58.4 cm) wide by 7 inches (17.8 cm) high.
 
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PART NUMBER RANGE* TD TYPE**
9800-3080 X, Y, Z 1, 2, 9, U

  * Flow Transducer/Flow Finder Ranges:
X 0–19.0 SCFH
Y 0–47.5 SCFH
Z 0–95.0 SCFH
  ** TD Types
1 High Resolution Flow Transducer
2 High Resolution Dual Transducer (Recommended)
9 No Transducer
U Resistive Flow Transducer

Ordering Example:
If you ordered Part No. 9800-3080-Z-1, for example, you would receive a Dual Pipe Panel equipped with two High Resolution Flow Transducers and two 0–95 SCFH Flow Finders (one for each pipe). Part number 3080-Z-2 designates the same panel, but with two High Resolution Dual Transducers instead of flow transducers.

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Single Pipe Panel  Part No. 9800-3083
System Studies' Single Pipe Panels are equipped with the latest components for monitoring and controlling air flow from the central office dryer(s) to an individual half inch CA3131 air pipe. Each panel is supplied with a pressure regulator to control delivery pressure to the system, an on/off valve and a Flow Finder. Most panel configurations also include either a High Resolution Flow or Dual (pressure/flow) Transducer. If desired, however, panels can be ordered without a transducer or with a resistive flow transducer (ranges 0–20 SCFH, 0–47.5 SCFH an 0–100 SCFH. Material is cold rolled steel, 12 gauge, and panel dimensions are 23 inch (58.4 cm) wide by 7 inches (17.8 cm) high.
 
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PART NUMBER RANGE* TD TYPE**
9800-3083 X, Y, Z 1, 2, 9, U

  * Flow Transducer/Flow Finder Ranges:
X 0–19.0 SCFH
Y 0–47.5 SCFH
Z 0–95.0 SCFH
  ** TD Types
1 High Resolution Flow Transducer
2 High Resolution Dual Transducer (Recommended)
9 No Transducer
U Resistive Flow Transducer

Ordering Example:
If you ordered Part No. 9800-3083-X-1, for example, you would receive a Single Pipe Panel equipped with a 0–19 SCFH Flow Finder, a high Resolution Flow Transducer, a pressure regulator and an on/off valve. Part number 3083-Y-2 would include a 0–47.5 SCFH Flow Finder, High Resolution Dual (pressure/flow) Transducer, pressure regulator and on/off valve.

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Distribution Panel  Part No. 9800-3082
System Studies' original central office Distribution Panel provides precise control of delivery pressures and unparalleled accuracy in manual air flow measurement. It is equipped with an air flow shutoff valve, two five-port Flow Finder Manifolds™, and a high quality pressure regulator. The panel's High Resolution Flow or Dual (pressure/flow) Transducer provides the critical data needed for prioritized dispatching and alarming. If desired, panels can also be ordered with a resistive flow transducer or without a transducer.
 
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PART NUMBER RANGE* FITTING** TD TYPE***
9800-3082 L, M, H, C BS, BV, SS, SV, BT 1, 2, 9, U

  * Flow Finder Ranges:
L Low: input = 19.0 SCFH, Output = 9.5 SCFH
M Medium: Input = 47.5 SCFH, Output = 9.5 SCFH (Recommended)
H High: Input = 95.0 SCFH, Output = 19.0 SCFH
C Custom: Multiple output ranges to meet customer specifications.
  ** Fittings:
BS Manifolds supplied with nickel-plated brass, standard tubing connectors. For use with standard 3/8" inch plastic tubing.
  ** TD Types:
1 High Resolution Flow Transducer
2 High Resolution Dual Transducer (Recommended)
9 No Transducer
U Resistive Flow Transducer
Ordering Example:
If you ordered Part No. 9800-3082-H-BS-2, for example, you would receive a Distribution Panel with 0–19 SCFH flow ranges at each of the manifold outports and a 0–95 SCFH Flow Finder measuring incoming flow from the central office dryer(s). This panel would also include a High Resolution Dual Transducer and nickel-plated brass tubing connections on each of the manifold's outgoing flow ports.

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Legacy Distribution Panel  Part No. 9800-3282
The Legacy Distribution Panel is supplied with a ten-bank flow rater assembly (for measuring air flow to the individual cables). It is also equipped with a Flow Finder to monitor total panel air consumption. Like the Flow Finder Manifold version of our distribution panel, this panel can be ordered with one of three possible transducer types (High Resolution Flow, High Resolution Dual or resistive flow). Tubing connector fittings are standard 1/4 inch NPT to 3/8 inch tubing.
 
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PART NUMBER RANGE* FITTING** TD TYPE***
9800-3282 L, M, H BS 1, 2, 9, U

  * Flow Finder Ranges:
L Low: input = 19.0 SCFH
M Medium: Input = 47.5 SCFH (Recommended)
H High: Input = 95.0 SCFH
  ** Fitting:
BS Flow rater output ports are supplied with nickel-plated brass, standard tubing connectors. For use with standard 3/8" inch plastic tubing.
  ** TD Types:
1 High Resolution Flow Transducer
2 High Resolution Dual Transducer (Recommended)
9 No Transducer
U Resistive Flow Transducer

Ordering Example:
If you ordered Part No. 9800-3282-M-BS-2, for example, you would receive a Legacy Distribution Panel with 0–47.5 SCFH Flow Finder to measure total air consumption, and a High Resolution Dual Transducer. Nickel-plated brass tubing connectors are supplied on individual flow rater output ports.

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Instrument Panel  Part No. 9800-3081
The Central Office Instrument Panel is used with the System Studies Pipe and Distribution Panels to provide accurate, manual pressure and flow readings. The panel contains the following components: a 0-30 PSI (207 kPa) pressure gauge to measure input pressure from the central office air dryer, a 0-15 PSI (103 kPa) pressure gauge to measure delivery pressure at the Distribution and Pipe Panels, a Flow Gauge and Flow Sampler to measure panel air consumption, a times-two switch that extends manual flow measurement of all Flow Finders, and a phone jack with RJ-11 connector and two clip-on terminal posts (used for accessing device pairs via laptop or hand set).
 
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Delivery Pressure Panel  Part No. 9800-3086
The Delivery Pressure Panel provides the dual function of monitoring both delivery pressure from the air dryers and changes in barometric pressure. It is comprised of a Part No. 9800-3088-23 panel, equipped with one 0-30 PSI High Resolution Pressure Transducer and a Barometric Pressure Transducer. The pressure transducer monitors incoming delivery pressure from the air dryers to the rack assembly panels, and the barometric pressure transducer is used to compensate for drops in dryer output due to storm activity. This device serves two important functions: it improves monitoring analysis and dispatching, and it reduces nuisance alarms.
 
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Transducer Panel (5-Slot)  Part No. 9800-3088-23
This 3.5 inch (8.9 cm) high Transducer Panel makes it possible to extend the number of High Resolution Transducers that can be accessed from a centralized location. The panel can be equipped with up to five transducers, which are pneumatically connected to Flow Finders installed at the back of existing central office panels.
 
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Transducer Panel (10-Slot)  Part No. 9800-3089-23
The 7 inch (17.8 cm) high Transducer Panel is designed to be used in the same central office applications as those described for the 5 slot Transducer Panel (Part No. 9800-3088-23) This full size panel will accommodate 10 High Resolution Pressure, Flow or Dual Transducers.
 
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Power Pipe Panel  Part No. 9800-3099
The Power Pipe Panel is a specially designed central office panel that accommodates a high capacity, 1" air pipe (Power Pipe). The panel contains a pressure regulator to control air dryer output pressure, a 0-475 SCFH (13,450 LPH) Flow Finder and High Resolution Dual Transducer to remotely measure delivery pressure and flow rates, and a shutoff valve.

A similar one inch air pipe panel configuration is also available as a Power Pipe Return Panel (Part No. 9800-3085). The Power Pipe Return Panel is used to remove air flow from a Positive Air Flow System™. Each panel is equipped with the components for monitoring and regulating the flow rate of one return Power Pipe.
 
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Balance Manifold  Part No. 9800-5432
The Central Office Balance Manifold makes it possible to combine input from multiple air dryers and deliver balanced high pressure output to central office panel equipment. The manifold is equipped with a total of six ports, two of which are plugged for additional, future capability. Each of the four 3/4" NPT fittings supplied includes a heavy-duty shutoff valve. Additional manifold components include a standard tank valve and a 0–30psi pressure gauge. Refer to Balance Manifold datasheet for specifications.
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