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Inlet Probe Component – Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing

Component Specifications

Definition

A precision-engineered component designed for automated sample acquisition in analytical instrumentation, featuring controlled fluid dynamics, contamination prevention mechanisms, and compatibility with various sample matrices. It serves as the primary interface between the sample source and the analytical system, ensuring representative sampling while maintaining system integrity.

Working Principle

Operates through pneumatic or mechanical actuation to extend into the sample medium, create a pressure differential for fluid aspiration, and retract while maintaining a sealed pathway to prevent contamination. Incorporates flow control mechanisms and self-cleaning features to ensure consistent sample delivery.

Materials

316L stainless steel (primary wetted parts), PTFE/PEEK fluid pathways, ceramic tips for abrasive resistance, FDA/USP Class VI compliant elastomers

Technical Parameters

Length 150-600 mm
Diameter 3-10 mm
Flow Rate 0.1-10 mL/min
Surface Finish Ra ≤ 0.8 μm
Connection Type 1/4-28 UNF or metric equivalents
Pressure Rating 0-100 psi
Temperature Range -20°C to 150°C

Standards

ISO 8655, DIN 12880, ASME BPE

Industry Taxonomies & Aliases

Commonly used trade names and technical identifiers for Inlet Probe.

Parent Products

This component is used in the following industrial products

Sample Intake System

A subsystem within the Atmosphere Analyzer responsible for collecting and introducing gas or particulate samples into the analytical instrument.

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Engineering Analysis

Risks & Mitigation

Sample contamination
Clogging from particulate matter
Mechanical wear from repeated cycles
Incompatibility with aggressive chemicals

FMEA Triads

Trigger: Seal degradation
Failure: Leakage and cross-contamination
Mitigation: Regular seal replacement schedule, material compatibility verification

Trigger: Tip erosion from abrasive samples
Failure: Reduced sampling accuracy
Mitigation: Ceramic tip options, reduced sampling frequency, pre-filtration

Industrial Ecosystem

Compatible With

Interchangeable Parts

Compliance & Inspection

Tolerance

±0.5% volumetric accuracy, ±0.1 mm dimensional tolerance

Test Method

ISO 8655 gravimetric testing, pressure decay leak testing, material extraction testing per USP <661>

Buyer Feedback

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Frequently Asked Questions

What maintenance is required for inlet probes?

Regular cleaning with compatible solvents, inspection for wear/damage, replacement of seals annually, and calibration verification every 6 months or 10,000 cycles.

Can inlet probes handle viscous or abrasive samples?

Yes, with appropriate material selection (ceramic tips for abrasives, larger diameters for viscous fluids) and modified flow parameters.

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Inlet Probe