Introduction: The Severity of Leakage Risk The electrolyte in flow batteries is expensive and can be
environmentally hazardous. Leaks not only cause direct economic losses but can also trigger safety accidents. Establishing a reliable early leak detection system is crucial.
Distributed Liquid Level Monitoring Network Design
Level 1 Monitoring: Tank Body
Continuous liquid level monitoring of the main tank
Setting an alarm threshold for the rate of liquid level decline
Distinguishing between slow decline during normal operation and rapid decline due to leakage
Level 2 Monitoring: Piping and Equipment Area
Installing point level sensors below pumps, valves, and other potential leak points
Detecting the accumulation of liquid caused by minor leaks
Level 3 Monitoring: Sump and Containment Dam
Installing level switches on the sump below the tank and system
Serving as the final safety barrier, detecting larger leaks
Advantages of Capacitive Sensors
Corrosion Resistance: Coping with the corrosive properties of electrolytes
Diverse Forms: Providing various models including continuous measurement and point detection
Intrinsically Safe and Explosion-Proof: Meeting the requirements for use in hazardous areas
System Integration and Response Mechanism
Multi-level alarm linkage, from early warning to emergency shutdown
Precise leak location, shortening maintenance time
Historical data analysis, predicting seal life
Conclusion
The leak detection system based on distributed liquid level monitoring provides comprehensive
protection for flow batteries from minor leaks to major leaks, significantly improving system safety and maintainability.
