Optical SensorsTL-COL-206

Colour / Chroma Sensor

Colour / Chroma Sensor — TL-COL-206
Optical Sensors

Colour / Chroma Sensor

TL-COL-206

Optical colour and turbidity sensor. Range 0–2000 Hazen, IP68, RS485 + 4-20mA output.

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Product Overview

The TL-COL-206 measures water colour and turbidity simultaneously using optical absorption. Suitable for drinking water quality monitoring, paper/pulp effluent, and textile wastewater colour compliance.

Working Principle

Optical sensors use light-based measurement principles that eliminate the need for consumable reagents or electrolytes. Fluorescence optical DO sensors excite a luminophore coating with blue LED light; the returned red fluorescence signal is inversely proportional to dissolved oxygen concentration. Turbidity sensors transmit near-infrared light through the sample and measure the scattered light at 90°; the scatter intensity is proportional to suspended solids concentration. These principles provide stable, drift-free measurements with minimal maintenance requirements.

Wiring & Signal Output

Power supply: 12–24 V DC (standard); 220 V AC with adapter
Primary output: RS485 Modbus RTU (address configurable 1–247)
Analog output: 4–20 mA (proportional to measured value)
Relay output: 2 × SPDT relay for alarm / dosing control
Communication: Modbus RTU function codes 03 / 06 / 16
Cable entry: M16 cable gland, IP68 submersible cable available

Technical Specifications

ParameterValue
Measurement PrincipleOptical absorption
Colour Range0–2000 Hazen
Turbidity Range0–400 NTU
Accuracy±5% FS
Working Conditions0–45°C, 0–2 Bar
Power Supply12–24 VDC
Connection3/4" NPT Thread
Signal OutputRS485 Modbus RTU + 4-20mA
Calibration2-point calibration
ProtectionIP68
Cable Length5m
Material316 stainless steel

Key Features

  • Simultaneous colour and turbidity measurement
  • Hazen (Pt-Co) colour scale
  • Suitable for drinking water and industrial effluent
  • IP68 for continuous immersion

Typical Applications

Drinking water qualityPaper/pulp effluentTextile wastewaterIndustrial colour compliance

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