User’s

Manual
Model PH8ERP
KCl Refillable type pH Sensor

IM 12B7K1-02E

IM 12B7K1-02E
18th Edition
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 INTRODUCTION
This manual covers the PH8ERP KCl Refillable type pH Sensor.
Other related items are described in the following manuals.
Model Title IM No.
PH8HG Drop-in Guide Pipe IM 12B7M2-01E
PH8HF, PH8HFF Flow-Through Type Holder IM 12B07N01-01E
PH8HS, PH8HSF Submersion Type Holder IM 12B07M01-01E
HH350G Well Bucket Type Holder IM 19H1B1-01E
PB350G Float Type Holder IM 19H1E1-01E
PB360G Vertical Type Float Holder IM 19H1E2-01E
FLXA402 4-Wire Converter IM 12A01F01-02EN
IM 12A01F02-01EN etc.
FLXA202, FLXA21 2-Wire Liquid Analyzer IM 12A01A03-01EN
WTB10-PH¨ Terminal Box IM 19D01B01-01E
PH8AX Accessories for pH Meter IM 12B07W03-01E
SA11 SA11 Smart Adapter IM 12A06S01-00EN-(P)
IM 12A06S01-01EN-(P)

n Trademark Acknowledgments
• FLEXA, FLXA are trademarks or registered trademarks of Yokogawa Electric Corporation.
• All other company and product names mentioned in this user’s manual are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective companies.
• We do not use TM or ® mark to indicate those trademarks or registered trademarks in this
user’s manual.

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All Rights Reserved Copyright © 1996, Yokogawa Electric Corporation
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 For the safe use of this equipment

n Notes on Handling User’s Manuals
• Please hand over the user’s manuals to your end users so that they can keep the user’s
manuals on hand for convenient reference.
• Please read the information thoroughly before using the product.
• The purpose of these user’s manuals is not to warrant that the product is well suited to any
particular purpose but rather to describe the functional details of the product.
• No part of the user’s manuals may be transferred or reproduced without prior written
consent from YOKOGAWA.
• YOKOGAWA reserves the right to make improvements in the user’s manuals and product at
any time, without notice or obligation.
• If you have any questions, or you find mistakes or omissions in the user’s manuals, please
contact our sales representative or your local distributor.

n Safety, Protection, and Modification of the Product

• In order to protect the system controlled by the product and the product itself and ensure
safe operation, observe the safety precautions described in this user’s manual. We assume
no liability for safety if users fail to observe these instructions when operating the product.
• If this instrument is used in a manner not specified in this user’s manual, the protection
provided by this instrument may be impaired.
• If any protection or safety circuit is required for the system controlled by the product or for
the product itself, prepare it separately.
• Be sure to use the spare parts approved by Yokogawa Electric Corporation (hereafter
simply referred to as YOKOGAWA) when replacing parts or consumables.
• Modification of the product is strictly prohibited.
• The following safety symbols are used on the product as well as in this manual.

WARNING
This symbol indicates that an operator must follow the instructions laid out in this manual in order
to avoid the risks, for the human body, of injury, electric shock, or fatalities. The manual describes
what special care the operator must take to avoid such risks.

CAUTION
This symbol indicates that the operator must refer to the instructions in this manual in order to
prevent the instrument (hardware) or software from being damaged, or a system failure from
occurring.

CAUTION
This symbol gives information essential for understanding the operations and functions.

NOTE
This symbol indicates information that complements the present topic.

n Warning and Disclaimer

The product is provided on an “as is” basis. YOKOGAWA shall have neither liability nor
responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any direct or indirect loss or damage arising
from using the product or any defect of the product that YOKOGAWA can not predict in advance.

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n Compliance with the simple apparatus requirements

PH8ERP meet the simple apparatus requirements defined in the following standards.
Note: TIIS certified types cannot be connected.
Use the sensors under the conditions of use required by the standards.
Applicable standards:
ANSI/ISA-60079-11 (2014)
ANSI/ISA-60079-0 (2009)
CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO. 60079-11:14
CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO. 60079-0:11
IEC 60079-11
방호장치 의무안전인증 고시
GB 3836.4-2010
Conditions of use:
(1) Use in combination with an internally isolated transmitter, or use with, a transmitter in
combination with isolated barrier.
The FLXA21 is internally isolated.
(2) Upper limit of the process temperature.
The upper limit of process temperature is indicated below when the sensor is used in
combination with a YOKOGAWA transmitter.
For FLXA21, model and suffix code below is available.
FLXA21-D-□-D-EA-P1-○-A-N-LA-N-NN
□ can be any value.
○ must be NN or P1.
Any option code is available.
For PH202S, model and suffix code below is available.
PH202S-○-E
○ must be C or U.
There are no PH202S models that meet the Korean explosion proof standards.
Any option code is available.
Upper limit of process temperature on the PH8ERP
Transmitter used in combination FLXA21 PH202S
Ambient temperature Ta
40°C 60°C 40°C 60°C
Temperature class
T6 16 16 28 28
T5 80 31 80 43
T4 80 66 80 78
T3 80 80 80 80
T2 80 80 80 80
T1 80 80 80 80

Other warnings are provided in the following.

WARNING
Handling precautions:
(1) Potential electrostatic charging hazard Electrostatic charge may cause an explosion hazard.
Avoid any actions that cause the generation of electrostatic charge, e.g., rubbing with a dry
cloth.
(2) With sensors that have a solution ground tip made of titanium (-TN), ignition sources due to
impact and friction sparks are excluded.
(3) IEC60079-14 (Electrical installations in hazardous areas) requires a label indicating ‘simple
apparatus’, stick this label to this sensor if necessary.

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 After-sales Warranty
n Do not modify the product.

n During the warranty period, for repair under warranty consult the local sales
representative or service office. Yokogawa will replace or repair any damaged
parts. Before consulting for repair under warranty, provide us with the model
name and serial number and a description of the problem. Any diagrams or
data explaining the problem would also be appreciated.
l If we replace the product with a new one, we won’t provide you with a repair report.
l Yokogawa warrants the product for the period stated in the pre-purchase quotation
Yokogawa shall conduct defined warranty service based on its standard. When the
customer site is located outside of the service area, a fee for dispatching the maintenance
engineer will be charged to the customer.

n In the following cases, customer will be charged repair fee regardless of

warranty period.
• Failure of components which are out of scope of warranty stated in instruction manual.
• Failure caused by usage of software, hardware or auxiliary equipment, which Yokogawa
Electric did not supply.
• Failure due to improper or insufficient maintenance by user.
• Failure due to modification, misuse or outside-of-specifications operation which Yokogawa
does not authorize.
• Failure due to power supply (voltage, frequency) being outside specifications or abnormal.
• Failure caused by any usage out of scope of recommended usage.
• Any damage from fire, earthquake, storms and floods, lightning, disturbances, riots, warfare,
radiation and other natural changes.

n Yokogawa does not warrant conformance with the specific application at the
user site. Yokogawa will not bear direct/indirect responsibility for damage due
to a specific application.

n Yokogawa Electric will not bear responsibility when the user configures the
product into systems or resells the product.

n Maintenance service and supplying repair parts will be covered for five years
after the production ends. For repair for this product, please contact the
nearest sales office described in this instruction manual.

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Model PH8ERP
KCl Refillable type pH Sensor
IM 12B7K1-02E 18th Edition

CONTENTS
 INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................i
 For the safe use of this equipment..............................................................ii
 After-sales Warranty....................................................................................iv
1. Specification.............................................................................................. 1-1
1.1 Standard Specifications.................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Model and Suffix codes..................................................................................... 1-2
1.3 External Dimensions......................................................................................... 1-4
2. Installation.................................................................................................. 2-1
2.1 Preparation for Installation............................................................................... 2-1
2.1.1 Unpacking and Inspection.................................................................. 2-1
2.1.2 Installing Holder.................................................................................. 2-1
2.1.3 Installing Associated Instruments....................................................... 2-1
2.2 Requirements for mounting the pH sensor.................................................... 2-2
2.2.1 In case of installing the PH8HG Guide-pipe Holder........................... 2-2
2.2.2 Installing Sensor in PH8HS Submersion Holder................................ 2-3
2.2.3 Installing Sensor in PH8HF Flow-through Holder............................... 2-6
2.3 pH Sensor Cable Wiring Procedure................................................................. 2-7
2.3.1 Connecting Sensor Cable to Terminal Box......................................... 2-7
2.3.2 Connecting Sensor Cable to Two-wire pH Transmitter...................... 2-9
2.3.3 Connecting Sensor Cable to Four-wire pH Converter...................... 2-10
2.3.4 Connecting to FLXA202/FLXA21..................................................... 2-10
2.3.5 Connecting to FLXA402.................................................................... 2-10
3. Maintenance on operation........................................................................ 3-1
3.1 Operation and Periodic Maintenance.............................................................. 3-1
3.1.1 Calibrating pH Sensor Using Buffer Solutions.................................... 3-1
3.1.2 Cleaning Glass Electrode and Liquid Junction................................... 3-1
3.1.3 Refilling Sensor with KCl Solution...................................................... 3-1
3.1.4 Point to note when performing calibration or measurement............... 3-3
3.2 Replacing Consumable Parts........................................................................... 3-3
3.2.1 Replacing Glass Electrode................................................................. 3-3
3.2.2 Replacing Liquid Junction................................................................... 3-4
Customer Maintenance Parts List.......................................CMPL 12B07K01-02E
Revision Information................................................................................................i

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1. Specification
The Model PH8ERP KCl Refillable pH Sensor features maintainability which involves no KCl
solution coming out of the liquid junction.
This sensor can be mounted on either an PH8HF flow-through holder or an PH8HS submersion
holder. The sensor can be submerged up to a maximum of 3 meters, depending on the
specification.

1.1 Standard Specifications

Measurement: Hydrogen ion concentration (pH) of a solution
Measurement principle: Glass electrode method
Measuring range: pH 2 to 12
Installation: Mounting in PH8HS submersion holder
Mounting in PH8HG guide-pipe holder
Mounting in PH8HF flow-through holder
Note: If any of the following solutions are measured, install the sensor either in a flow-through or submersion holder.
• A strong acid solution is to be measured (e.g., aqua regia, chromic acid, hypochlorous acid or perchloric acid, etc.).
• The solution contains corrosive gases (e.g., ammomia, chlorine, hydrogen sulfide, etc).
• The solution contains a small percentage of organic solvent or oil.
Solution temperature: -5 to 80°C (refer to Table 1)
Table 1. Process Temperature Range
Solution
Holder Solution
Holder Type Cleaner Temperature
Material pH Range
(°C)
Guide-pipe PVC None -5 to 50
(PH8HG) (*2) PP None -5 to 80
Submersion (PH8HS) None
PP, SS (*1) -5 to 80
Flow-through (PH8HF) Provided
2 to 12
Well Bucket (HH350G) None
SS (*1) -5 to 80
(*2) Provided
Float
PP, SS (*1) None -5 to 50
(PB350G, PB360G) (*2)
Note: PVC: Rigid Polyvinyl, PP: Polypropylene, SS: Stainless Steel
*1: Stainless steel holder and Stainless steel adapter should be used when the pH value of the solution is pH3 or more acidic.
*2 Cannot be used with pH sensors connected to Variopin connecter.

Temperature detection element: Pt1000

Solution pressure: under atmospheric pressure to 50 kPa, when using a holder,
refer to Table 2.
Table 2. Process Pressure Range
Holder Process Pressure Range
Submersion Atmospheric pressure (Submersion depth: Max. 3 m)
Guide-pipe Atmospheric pressure
Suspension Float (Submersion depth: Max.3 m)
Flow-through (*1) Atmospheric pressure to 50 kPa
*1: For flow-through types, refer also to the solution temperature and pressure diagram of Holder IM.

Operating solution depth: 3 m water pressure (max.) under atmospheric pressure

Solution flow velocity: 2 m/s max.
Solution flow rate: 3 to 11 L/min
(when the sensor is installed in a flow-through type holder).

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Solution conductivity 50 µS/cm or higher
Wetted part materials:
Body; Ryton (PPS resin), glass, titanium or Hastelloy C, ceramics or Fluororesin (PTFE),
Fluoro rubber (FKM) or Perfluoroelastomer (FFKM)
Cable; Chlorinated polyethylene rubber (Cable sheath)
Weight: Approx. 0.4 kg (Body)
Output Response:
Response time (for 90% response): 10 seconds maximum
(when the sensor, stabilized at 20°C, measures a solution at 20°C).
CAUTION
Select the material of wetted parts with careful consideration of process characteristics. Inappropriate
selection may cause leakage of process fluids, which greatly affects facilities. Considerable care must be
taken particularly in the case of strongly corrosive process fluid such as hydrochloric acid, sulfuric acid,
hydrogen sulfide, and sodium hypochlorite. If you have any questions about the wetted part construction
of the product, be sure to contact Yokogawa.

1.2 Model and Suffix codes

l pH Sensor
Option
Model Suffix Code Description
Code
PH8ERP ................................... ................... KCl Refillable Type pH Sensor
Cable Length -03 ................... 3m
-05 ................... 5m
-07 ................... 7m
-10 ................... 10m
-15 ................... 15m
-20 ................... 20m
-NN ................... No cable (*7)
Solution Ground Tip -TN ................... Titanium
-HC ................... Hastelloy C
- -N ................... Always -N
pH Measuring System -T ................... For PH200, PH400 (*1)
-E ................... For FLXA402, PH202, FLXA202, FLXA21 (*2)
-F ................... For FLXA202, FLXA21 (*6)
-B ................... For PH100 (*3)
-G ................... For FLXA402, PH450G,PH202/TB (*5)
-V ................... Variopin connector (*8)
Style *A ................... Style A
Option O-ring /PF Daielperfrow (*4)
Special Glass Sensor /HA Glass electrode for high alkali (*9)
Special Junction /TF PTFE junction (*10)
Degreasing treatment /DG1 Oil-free finish wetted part
Material Certificate /MC1 With a material certificate of Solution Ground Tip
*1: Mark band is shown by alphanumeric and fork terminals are used.
*2: Mark band is shown by numeral and pin terminals are used. When terminal box is used, select WTB10-PH1.
*3: The tag which indicated the color, the sign, and the number is attached to the cable of a sensor.
*4: Choose Perfluoroelastomer (FFKM) when this is used in organic solvent, high alkali or high temperature solution.
*5: Mark band is shown by numeral and M3 ring terminals are used. When terminal box is used, select WTB10-PH3.
*6: Mark band is shown by numeral and M4 ring terminals are used. When terminal box is used, select WTB10-PH5.
*7: Select -V for a measuring system.
*8: Select -NN for the cable length. Submersion type or Flow-through type holders can be combined with Variopin connector.
Do not allow the part above the sensor flange to contact with the solution.
*9: Choose this option when this is used in high alkali or high temperature alkaline solution.
*10: Choose this option when using in the heavily contaminated solution application.

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l Accessories
Suffix Option
Model Description
Code Code
PH8AX .................. ................... Accessories for pH meter (*1)
Calibration -L ................... Two bottles, each containing 250mL solution (pH7 and pH4)
Reagents -P ................... 24 bags, each bag containing powder for 500mL solution (pH7 X
12 bags and pH4 X 12 bags) and two 500mL polyethylene bottles.
Style *A ................... Style A
Option /STD Sensor stand (with mounting bracket for 50A 2-inch pipe)
/TMP Thermometer (0 to 100 °C)
*1: Including the following:
Two 200 mL polyethylene cups
One cleaning bottle

l Consumables
Part
Part Name Remarks
Number
K9142TN One
General purpose
K9319NA One for /PF option
Glass electrode
K9142TU One for /HA option
High alkali
K9319NC One for /HA/PF option
K9142TH One
General purpose
K9319QA One for /PF option
Junction
Fluororesin K9142HW One for /TF option
(PTFE) K9319QB One for /TF /PF option
Buffer solution for calibration (pH 4) K9084LL Six 250 mL polyethylene bottles
Buffer solution for calibration (pH 7) K9084LM Six 250 mL polyethylene bottles
Buffer solution for calibration (pH 9) K9084LN Six 250 mL polyethylene bottles
Powder for buffer solution (pH 4) K9020XA 12 bags, each for preparation of 500 mL
Powder for buffer solution (pH 7) K9020XB 12 bags, each for preparation of 500 mL
Powder for buffer solution (pH 9) K9020XC 12 bags, each for preparation of 500 mL
KCl powder (for PH8ERP) K9142UT 2 bags, 1 bottle of 3.3 mol/L KCl, 1 syringe
Note: The pH value of the calibrating buffer solution may vary depending on storage conditions.
Prepare a new solution from powder for accurate instrument calibration

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1.3 External Dimensions

For FLXA202, FLXA21 Unit : mm
(PH8ERP-��-��-�-F*A)
For FLXA402, PH450, PH202/TB
(PH8ERP-��-��-�-N-G*A)

Ring terminal (-F, -G)

Sensor cable
Cable length (Standard: 3m, 5m, 7m, 10m 15m, 20m)

For FLXA402, PH202, FLXA202, FLXA21

(PH8ERP-��-��-N-E*A)

Pin terminal (-E)

Variopin connecter
For PH200, PH400 (PH8ERP-NN-��-N-V*A)
(PH8ERP-��-��-N-T*A)
For PH100
(PH8ERP-��-��-N-B*A)
64

197

Fork terminal (-T, -B)

103

Ø27.5

Ø38

Figure 1.1 PH8ERP Refillable type pH Sensor

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2. Installation

2.1 Preparation for Installation

2.1.1 Unpacking and Inspection
The Model PH8ERP pH sensor is packed at the factory to prevent damage during transportation.
Upon receipt of the sensor, unpack the shipping container and then visually inspect it for damage.
Check the instrument nameplate on the sensor body to make sure that you received the correct
sensor or the sensor cables.

NOTE
Do not attempt to remove the liquid junction (see Figure 2.2 below), Otherwise, the sensor
internal solution will leak out. To prevent the liquid junction and glass electrode from being dried
out, place the protective cap covering the top of the sensor in its original position until the sensor
is installed.

MODEL PH8ERP - 03-TN-N-T*A

No.

Made in Japan
F2.1.ai

Figure 2.1 An Example of Model Number Entering to Nameplate

Sensor Body

Solution Ground tip

Glass Electrode

Liquid Junction F2.2.ai

Figure 2.2 Names of PH8ERP pH Sensor Components

2.1.2 Installing Holder

Usually, the pH sensor is suspended in a guide pipe or installed in a flow-through or submersion
holder. First install the holder.

2.1.3 Installing Associated Instruments

Make sure that the associated instrument (a pH transmitter/converter or a junction terminal box)
to which the pH sensor cable is connected has already been installed.

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2.2 Requirements for mounting the pH sensor

2.2.1 In case of installing the PH8HG Guide-pipe Holder
To install the sensor in the guide pipe, proceed as follows:
(1) Connect the sensor cable to the associated instrument correctly by referring to Section 2.3
provided later.
(2) Attach the "stopper" supplied with the guide pipe to the sensor cable.
Fix the sensor cable so that the sensor tip projects 20 to 30 mm out from the pipe end when
the pH sensor is suspended in the guide pipe as shown in Figure 2.3.

NOTE
If the sensor tip does not project out from the pipe end, the measured value may not respond
promptly to the pH variations of the measured solution. This may cause problems for pH
measurement and control. On the other hand, if the sensor tip projects too far from the pipe end,
the force on the sensor may damage the sensor cable from scraping it against the pipe.

Sensor Cable

Cable Clamp

Attaching "Stopper"

Sensor Cable
Stopper 2-inch (60.5 mm O.D)
Mounting Pipe

Arm Pipe

Guide Pipe

20 to 30 mm

pH Sensor

Figure 2.3 Mounting Sensor in Guide Pipe

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2.2.2 Installing Sensor in PH8HS Submersion Holder

To install the sensor in the submersion holder, proceed as follows:
(1) Pass the sensor cable through the sensor holder. If the submersion holder remains installed,
remove the sensor holder in any case.
• For a pipe-mounting submersion holder without a cleaner, loosen the sensor holder nut to
remove the holder.

Right-angled Pipe Clamp

Nut
Arm Pipe
Sensor Holder
Removal of Sensor Holder (Arm Pipe used with option /MS1 or /MS2)

Bracket

Sensor Holder

Sensor Holder Nut

F2.4.ai

Removal of Sensor Holder (Stainless Bracket used with option /MS3 or /MS4)
Figure 2.4 Removal of Sensor Holder (for Pipe Mounting Sensor without Cleaner)

• For a flange mounting submersion holder without a cleaner, remove the sensor holder by
loosening the two bolts securing the sensor holder to the flange (see Figure 2.5).

Fixing Bolt

Flange

F2.5.ai

Figure 2.5 Removal of Sensor Holder (for Flange Mounting Sensor without Cleaners)

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• To remove the submersion sensor holder with cleaner, whether using pipe mounting or
flange mounting type, first loosen the screw of the clamp that retains the cleaner holder and
slide up the sensor holder to take it off.

Clamp (Screw)

Cleaner Holder

Sensor Holder F2.6.ai

Figure 2.6 Removal of Sensor Holder (with Cleaner)

(2) Pass the cable and KCl solution supply tube through the sensor holder as follows:
First, as shown in Figure 2.7, remove the protector screwed into the tip of the sensor holder.
After removing it, take away the sponge (material for transportation, not necessary after
remove). Pass the sensor cable through the O-ring and attach it to the flange of the sensor.
Then, open the waterproof cap cover and insert the sensor cable into the sensor holder
pipe.
When passing the sensor cable through the sensor holder, if dirt or water droplets adhere
to the inside of the holder, cover the terminal processing part with a plastic bag or take
measures to prevent the decrease in the insulation resistance.
Pull out the end of the sensor cable downward through the facing-downward hole of the
waterproof cap.

For details to install the sensor onto a holder, refer to relevant User’s Manuals.

When Variopin connecter is attached to a sensor, conncect the sensor to SA11 and WU11
cable first, then insert the sensor into the holder pipe. For further information on sensor
connection, read IM 12A06S01-00EN-(P), IM 12A06S01-01EN-(P).

CAUTION
Hold the upper part of the sensor when screwing a Variopin connector into it. Holding the lower
part may apply excessive force to the lower part may damage it.

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Waterproof Cap Cover

Waterproof Cap

Pull out the sensor cable

Holder Pipe

Sensor Cable

Insert the sensor cable

Sponge
(Remove)

O-ring

Flange

Sensor Body

Protector

Figure 2.7 Assembling into the sensor holder

(3) Connect the sensor cable to the associated instrument correctly by referring to Section 2.3.
(4) Screw the protector to fix the sensor to the holder. In this case, remove the protective cap
and secure the protector so that the flange of the sensor compresses the O-ring firmly.
about the installation method.

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pH Sensor

O-ring

Protector

F2.8.ai

Figure 2.8 Installing Sensor in Submersion Holder

(5) Close the waterproof cap, and attach the holder to the arm pipe, flange or cleaner holder
completely.

2.2.3 Installing Sensor in PH8HF Flow-through Holder

To install the sensor in a flow-through holder, proceed as follows:
(1) Connect the sensor cable to the associated instrument. First, remove the sensor fixing nut
and pass the sensor cable through the nut.

pH Sensor

Sensor Fixing Nut

Figure 2.9 Preparation for Sensor Cable Connection

Properly connect the sensor cable by referring to Section 2.3.

(2) Connect the pH sensor to its holder. Remove the protective cap from the sensor. Also
remove the protective foam piece (for shipping - this is not necessary after installing the
sensor) from the holder. Be sure that the liquid junction and glass electrode are mounted
properly. Insert the sensor tip into the holder and tighten the sensor fixing nut securely (see
Figure 2.10).
When Variopin connecter is attached to a sensor, conncect the sensor to SA11 and WU11 cable
first, then insert the sensor into the holder pipe. For further information on sensor connection,
read IM 12A01F01-02EN.

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CAUTION
Hold the upper part of the sensor when screwing a Variopin connector into it. Holding the lower
part may apply excessive force to the lower part may damage it.

pH Sensor

Fixing Nut

O-ring

Flow-through Holder 2-inch Mounting Pipe

F2.10.ai

Figure 2.10 Installing Sensor in Flow-through Holder

How to install the HH350G, PB350G, and PB360G holders, refer to relevant IMs.

2.3 pH Sensor Cable Wiring Procedure

2.3.1 Connecting Sensor Cable to Terminal Box
(1) Open the cable inlet hole in terminal box using the supplied punch tool. The location of
the cable inlet hole is shown by the circle-shaped groove under the case. The end of the
supplied punch tool is put in the center of this circle and it is tapped with appropriate force.
You can punch out the hole along the groove.

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Hole punching tool for wiring

(supplied as accessory)

F2.11.ai

Figure 2.11 How to punch out the wiring hole

(2) Loosen two screws which are at front of terminal box and detach the cover.
(3) After detaching the nut from the cable gland of sensor cable, pull the cable into the terminal
box from sensor cable inlet hole.
Connect the sensor cable to the terminals.
After passing the cable through the nut, check the symbol on each core wire, then connect
each core wire to the corresponding terminal.
CONVERTER
SENSOR

F2.12.ai

Figure 2.12 Connecting Sensor Cable (In case of the PH8TBG)

(4) Mount the cable gland in the cable inlet hole.

Put the nut in place, and screw it onto the main body sufficiently. At this time, loosen the cap
so that the cable is not twisted. After fixing the main body, tighten the cap to keep moisture
out of the equipment. However if the cap is screwed up too tight, the cable will be damaged.

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Attach the nut in the
direction shown here
(so that it engages
the detent groove).

Nut

Gasket

Main unit

Cap F2.13.ai

Figure 2.13 Cable Gland

(5) After completing the cable connections, replace the box cover securely, thus preventing
moisture from getting into the case.

2.3.2 Connecting Sensor Cable to Two-wire pH Transmitter

To connect the sensor cable to the two-wire pH transmitter, proceed as follows:
(1) Loosen the four screws that tighten the transmitter cover. Then remove the transmitter
cover.
(2) Connect the sensor cables to the relevant terminals of the transmitter:
First, remove the nut from the cable gland. Insert the cable into the right opening for the
wiring. Then pass the cable through the nut, Connect the individual cable conductors to the
relevant terminals correctly by referring to the markings on the individual conductors.
For details, refer to relevant transmitter IMs.

Sensor cable

Figure 2.14 Connecting Sensor Cable to Two-wire pH Transmitter

(3) Install the cable gland in the wiring hole as follows:

Pass the tip of the cable gland into the opening and completely tighten the gland with the nut
inside the case.
After tightening the gland, secure the cap properly to prevent moisture from getting into the
case.
Caution: Do not overly tighten the cap. Otherwise, the cable may be damaged.
(4) After completing the cable connections, replace the transmitter cover securely, thus
preventing moisture from getting into the case.

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2.3.3 Connecting Sensor Cable to Four-wire pH Converter

To connect the sensor cable to a Four-wire pH converter, proceed as follows:
(1) Loosen the four screws that tighten the converter cover. Then open the converter cover.
(2) Connect the sensor cables to the relevant terminals of the converter:
First, remove the nut from the cable gland. Insert the cable into the right opening for the
wiring. Then pass the cable through the nut, Connect the individual cable conductors to the
relevant terminals correctly by referring to the markings on the individual conductors.
For details, refer to relevant converter IMs

Wiring Terminal
Board

Cable Inlet

Figure 2.15 Connecting Sensor Cable to Four-wire pH Converter

(3) Install the cable gland in the wiring hole as follows:

Pass the tip of the cable gland into the opening and completely tighten the gland with the nut
inside the case.
After tightening the gland, secure the cap properly to prevent moisture from getting into the
case.
Caution: Do not overly tighten the cap. Otherwise, the cable may be damaged.
(4) After completing the cable connections, close the converter cover securely, thus preventing
moisture from getting into the case.

2.3.4 Connecting to FLXA202/FLXA21

Refer to the user’s manual of FLXA202/FLXA21: IM 12A01A02-12E or IM 12A01A03-01EN.

2.3.5 Connecting to FLXA402

Refer to the user’s manual of FLXA402: IM 12A01F01-02EN.

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3. Maintenance on operation
3.1 Operation and Periodic Maintenance
3.1.1 Calibrating pH Sensor Using Buffer Solutions
Calibrate pH sensors with buffer solutions before starting normal operation because the emf of
glass electrodes differs somewhat from each other.
The emf of a glass electrode gradually changes due to electrode staining or deterioration.
Therefore, buffer solution calibration must be carried out periodically within a given period of time
to keep the measurement errors within the limits specified.
For more detailed information on the calibration procedures, see relevant transmitter/converter IMs.

3.1.2 Cleaning Glass Electrode and Liquid Junction

Staining of a glass electrode or liquid junction can cause measurement errors. Therefore, if he
measured solutions tend to stain the electrode, the glass electrode and liquid junction must be
cleaned periodically - depending on the degree of staining. if the pH sensor is installed in a holder
with a cleaner, the sensor is continuously (for an ultrasonic cleaner) or intermittently (for a jet or
brush cleaner) cleaned automatically.
Because of this, sensor cleaning is not usually required. However, if the sensor characteristics
are affected by chemical staining, for example, when the sensor is used for pH measurement of a
highly alkaline solution, carry out acid washing.
To clean the glass electrode or liquid junction, proceed as follows:
● Stains due to suspended Solids, Sticky Materials, Microbes or the like
Using soft tissue paper, wipe the stains off the glass electrode or liquid junction. In addition,
clean off remaining stains by rinsing with water.
● Stains due to Oily Materials
Wash off stains by submerging in a neutral detergent solution in a beaker, etc, (for from
several tens of minutes to several hours depending on the degree of staining).
● Chemical Stains such as due to Metallic Adsorption
Place the glass electrode or liquid junction in a diluted hydrochloric acid solution (1 to 2%)
for several minutes (acid washing).

3.1.3 Refilling Sensor with KCl Solution

The concentration of the KCl solution in the sensor will begin to drop when the saturated
concentration cannot be maintained with the KCl solution from the liquid junction. As the
concentration of the KCl solution decreases, so too does this influence the sensor's performance.
To avoid this, reprenish the KCl solution in the sensor before the concentration starts to decrease.
The time required for maintaining the saturated concentration of a KCl solution in a sensor is
greatly influenced by the sensor's operating conditions. For example, as temperature variations
in measured solutions are great, or as solution temperatures are high, so too does the amount
of KCl solution drained from the liquid junction increase, thereby shortening the period of time for
maintaining the saturated concentration.
In addition if the KCl solution in the sensor becomes contaminated from ions in the solution
under measurement, this influences the sensor's performance. The degree of contaminated KCl
solution greatly depends on the properties of the measured solution.
From the above viewpoint, we cannot precisely determine the replenishment period of KCl
solution. Usually, the KCl solution in a sensor should be replenished every six months or once a
year.

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To replenish the KCl solution in the sensor, proceed as follows:.
(1) Prepare a KCl solution available as an optional kit (part number: K9142UT), lf it is not yet
available, use instead KCl powder (about 12 g) and pure water (about 50 mL) and a clean
pipet (or a 20 mL syringe) to replenish the KCl solution.

KCl Powder

KCl Solution

Syringe
F3.1.ai

Figure 3.1 KCl Solution Replenishing Kit (Part Number: K9142UT)

(2) Remove the sensor from its holder. Wipe off dirty areas on the sensor tip.
(3) Remove the liquid junction from the sensor. Leave the glass electrode mounted securely.
(4) Drain the KCl solution in the sensor through the liquid junction mounting hole.
(5) Wash the inside of the sensor. Pour about a 10 mL KCl solution (or pure Water) into the
sensor from the liquid junction mounting hole. Shake the sensor and then drain the solution
or pure water completely from the sensor.
(6) Pour about 10 or 12 grams of powder into the sensor, Use a bag of KCl powder when using
the optional KCl solution kit, Cut off the tip of the bag and follow Figure 3.2 below. If the KCl
powder has hardened, break it up into pieces. Then do the above.

Figure 3.2 Pouring KCl Powder into Sensor

(7) Pour the KCl solution (or pure water) into the sensor until it overflows through the junction
hole. In doing this, do not leave any air pockets in the body.
(8) Restore the liquid junction removed in Step (3) above to its original position.
Calibrate the sensor using buffer solutions.

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3.1.4 Point to note when performing calibration or

measurement
When the internal electrode (Ag / AgCl) of the glass electrode is exposed to sunlight, the
electromotive force changes due to the influence of ultraviolet rays. In this case, the pH value
may be displayed higher than the actual pH value.
When calibrating the pH sensor and measuring the process solution, keep the glass electrodes
out of the sunlight.

3.2 Replacing Consumable Parts

3.2.1 Replacing Glass Electrode
If buffer solution calibration becomes impossible due to deterioration of the glass electrode,
replace it with a new one. After the glass electrode is replaced, always carry out a buffer solution
calibration.
Mount the glass electrode on the sensor body as per the following procedure:
(1) Take off the glass electrode from the sensor body, do not remain a droplet into the electrode
mounting hole.
(2) Remove the cap for new glass membrane. Wipe off any solution remaining on the O-ring
with a tissue or other material.
(3) Remove the cap for the gold-plated pin.
(4) Confirm that there is no damage on the O-ring that might affect its sealing performance.
(5) Mount the glass electrode on the sensor body. Insert the electrode in the mounting hole and
screw it clockwise until the O-ring fits tightly in the hole.

CAUTION
• As shown in Figure (a), the cap for the glass membrane contains the solution to keep wet
(pH4 buffer solution). Do not splash the solution when removing the cap. Remove the cap
carefully because the rod beside the glass membrane is very fragile.
• Before mounting the glass electrode on the sensor body, make sure that the O-ring and the
gold-plated pin are not wet. Wipe off any remaining solution.
• Make sure that there are no droplets in the mounting hole. Wipe off any droplets, or they
may cause insulation failure.
• Use the electrode within one year after purchase. The solution to keep wet gradually
evaporates over time. A glass electrode whose glass membrane has dried out does not
provide stable readings until it gets used to the solution. As shown in Figure (b), place in
advance the glass electrode either in the pH4 or pH7 buffer solution for more than a day
before using.

Cap for the gold-plated pin

Make sure the part above the O-ring is not wetted.

Cap for the glass membrane

Solution to keep wet (inside)

(a) (b)

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3.2.2 Replacing Liquid Junction

Even after washing the liquid junction, if normal measurement cannot be made, replace the liquid
junction.
When replacing the liquid junction, fill the sensor with KCl solution to just before the solution
overflows through the liquid junction mounting hole. Use a 3.3 mol/L KCl solution (a higher
concentration of KCl or KCl powder) for this application.
Check Impedance2 to judge that the liquid junction is functioning properly. Normally the
Impedance2 is 50 kΩ or less in pH7 standard solution or pH4 standard solution. Read the user’s
manual of each converter for checking Impedance2.
Syringe

(1) (2) (3)

Face the sensor Add KCl solution Place a new
tip up and to just before it liquid junction in
remove the overflow through position.
defective liquid the liquid junction
F3.4.ai
junction from the mounting hole.
sensor.
Figure 3.4 Replacing Liquid Junction

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Customer
Model PH8ERP
Maintenance KCl Refillable type pH Sensor
Parts List

Name Plate

Tip type

Pin type

Ring type
2

Item Part No. Qty Description

1 – 1 Body Assembly
Model PH8ERP-¨¨-TN
Model PH8ERP-¨¨-HC

2 – 1 Glass Electrode Assembly

K9142TN for general use
K9319NA for PH8ERP/PF
K9142TU for PH8ERP/HA
K9319NC for PH8ERP/HA and /PF

3 – 1 Junction Assembly
K9142TH for general use
K9319QA for PH8ERP/PF
K9142HW for PH8ERP/TF
K9319QB for PH8ERP/TF and /PF

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Revision Information
 Title : Model PH8ERP KCl Refillable type pH Sensor
 Manual No. : IM 12B7K1-02E
Aug. 2022/18th Edition
Corrected the descriptions. (P.3-4)

Feb. 2022/17th Edition

Added option code /DG1, /MC1, /HA, /TF, and consumables (P. 1-2, 1-3).
Deleted “3.2.3 Replacing O-rings for Glass Electrode”
CMPL 12B07K01-02E revised to 7th edition (Added parts for /HA, /PF, /TF).

Oct. 2021/16th Edition

Added an Applicable standard (P. iii)

Jul 2021/15th Edition

Changed the description in Section “2.2.2 Installing Sensor in PH8HS Submersion Holder”
May 2021/14th Edition
Added “3.1.4 Point to note when performing calibration or measurement” (P. 3-3)
Feb. 2020/13th Edition
Added a terminal connection to -E: FLXA402 to Pin terminal (P. 1-2, 1-4)
Mar. 2019/12th Edition
Corrected errors. (P i, 2-1, 2-4, 2-6)
Dec. 2018/11th Edition
Added -V (Variopin connecter)
P i, P1-1, 1-2, 1-4, 2-1, 2-4, 2-6, 2-7, 2-11
Nov. 2018/10th Edition
Added FLXA402
P i, P1-2.

Nov. 2015/9th Edition

Added FLXA202,
P i, P1-2.
Unification of the material name
P1-2.
Jul. 2015/8th Edition
Page ii to iii Added a postscript about Compliance with the simple apparatus requirements.

Jun. 2013/7th Edition

P i, Some error correction of reference documents; P 3-1 to 3-4 Deletion of Sec. 3.1.1 (how to keep
the glass electrode wet moved to Sec. 3.2.1) and following section no. and page layout changed;
CMPL 12B07K01-02E revised to 6th edition, because some P/N addition of O-ring for /PF option.

Jul. 2011/6th Edition Page layout changed by InDesign

P i, Reference manual number of FLXA21 added.
P 1-3, M4 ring terminals for FLXA21 added to MS-code.
P 1-5, M4 ring terminals added to external dimensions.
CMPL 12B05J01-02E revised to 9th edition (Note for 500 ml KCl tank modified).

Mar. 2010/5th Edition

P3-1 to 3-3, Section 3.1.1 has been changed to "Advance Preparation", and section order change as
following. "3.1.2 Calibrating pH Sensor Using Buffer Solutions", "3.1.3 Cleaning Glass Electrode and
Liquid Junction", "3.1.4 Refilling Sensor with KCl Solution". Some of Section 3.2.1 "Replacing Glass
Electrode" modified; P3-4, Illustration of Figure 3.4 and 3.5 replaced to more clearly drawings; CMPL
12B07K01-02E, Revised to 5 th edition because some of parts number corrected.

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Apr. 2008/4th Edition
M3 ring terminals added for PH450G, CMPL12B07K01-02E revised to 4th edition.

Jul. 2006/3rd Edition

All over revised

Feb. 1996/2nd Edition

Some error corrected

Dec. 1995/1st Edition

Newly published.

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