Monitoring and managing oil content in water is a critical part of protecting the environment, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining safe
industrial operations. Traditional techniques, such as the n-hexane method, have been the standard for years but often involve lengthy processes, high solvent consumption, and potential safety concerns. Now, with the development of the OCMA-550 Oil Content Analyzer, the process of oil extraction from water has become quicker, cleaner, and more efficient.
Quick and Simple Measurements
The OCMA-550 allows users to perform accurate oil content analysis in as little as three minutes. With just the press of a button, the system automates the measurement process, drastically reducing the time compared to the n-hexane method. This speed makes it especially useful for laboratories, field testing, and industries where efficiency is critical.
Accurate Detection of Low-Boiling Point Oils
One of the biggest limitations of traditional solvent evaporation techniques is the loss of low-boiling point oils, such as gasoline. The OCMA-550 eliminates the evaporation step, ensuring volatile oils remain in the sample for more accurate results. This means a more reliable picture of the true oil content in water samples.
Direct Concentration Display
Unlike methods that rely on weighing extracted oil, the OCMA-550 can directly display oil concentration values. This provides users with faster, more straightforward data—ideal for decision-making in both industrial and environmental applications.
Safe, Cost-Effective, and Environmentally Friendly Solvents
The OCMA-550 uses solvent S-316, which is environmentally friendly and not regulated under the Montreal Protocol or PRTR system. This solvent efficiently extracts oil from water while remaining safe to use and cost-effective. Its high regeneration efficiency also helps reduce running costs compared to older solvents.
Technical Specifications
Model: OCMA-550
Product Name: Oil Content Analyzer
Measurement Method: Solvent extraction – non-dispersive infrared absorption analysis
Measured Objects: Substances extracted from sample water into solvent with infrared absorption near 3.4 μm to 3.5 μm
Measurement Range: 0–200 mg/L
Resolution:
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mg/L: 0–99.9: 0.1, 100–200: 1
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mg/g, mg/kg, mg/PC: 0–9.99: 0.01, 10.0–99.9: 0.1, 100–200: 1
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Abs.: 0–1.000, Resolution: 0.001 Abs.
Repeatability:
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0–9.9 mg/L: ±0.4 mg/L ±1 digit
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10–99.9 mg/L: ±2.0 mg/L ±1 digit
- 00–200 mg/L: ±4 mg/L ±1 digit (for standard liquids)
Display: 3.5-inch 320×240 dots backlit color graphic LCD
Calibration: Optional zero and span calibration
Extraction Solvent: S-316 (approx. 6.5 mL per measurement)
Extraction Method: Manual extraction outside the product
Operating Temperature: 0°C–40°C (no condensation)
Power Supply: 100–240 V AC ±10%, 50/60 Hz, 60 VA
Dimensions: 195 × 253 × 293 mm
Mass: Approx. 5 kg
External Output: USB memory stick
Functions:
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300-item data memory
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Stabilized measurement value display
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Self-error determination
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Clock and unit conversion
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ASTM D7066-4 compliant
Why This Matters
Whether you are in water treatment, environmental monitoring, or industrial quality control, the ability to perform fast, accurate, and eco-friendly oil extraction from water is essential. The OCMA-550 Oil Content Analyzer sets a new benchmark, combining speed, precision, and environmental responsibility in one compact and powerful solution.
