BLIIoT| BL100 Gas Sensor Data Acquisition in Chemical Plants

Gas sensor data acquisition in chemical plants is a critical process that involves monitoring and collecting data from gas sensors deployed throughout the facility. This data helps ensure the safety and efficiency of operations by detecting and alerting to the presence of hazardous gases.

Product Introduction

BLIIoT BL100 gateway converting RS485 (Modbus RTU) to MQTT, supports 1/2 RS485 Port, Access self-built MQTT cloud, Modbus cloud, Huawei Cloud, Alibaba Cloud and other IoT cloud through 4G network. It is also a DTU, SMS Alarm.

BL100 supports Modbus RTU to MQTT protocol conversion; Wireless transparent transmission of various protocols to cloud; Can be used as Modbus Master/Slave, 2 RS485 make it possible to providing data to PLC/HMI while collecting RS485 instrument data, and then connect to the cloud platform through 4G; 32 devices and 320 variables collect simultaneously; Support 10 user numbers for receiving SMS alarms for device dropouts, serial data overruns, and abnormalities;

Gas sensor data acquisition in chemical plants through the serial port of the BL110

1. Identify the gas sensor: Determine the type of gas sensor you are using and its communication protocol. Common gas sensor communication protocols include Modbus, RS-485, and UART.

2. Connect the gas sensor to the gateway: Use the appropriate wiring to connect the gas sensor to the serial port of the gateway. Ensure that the connections are secure and follow the manufacturer's guidelines for proper wiring.

3. Configure the serial port: Set up the serial port on the gateway to match the communication protocol of the gas sensor. This may involve configuring the baud rate, data bits, stop bits, and parity settings.

4. Develop or use appropriate software: Depending on the gateway's capabilities, you may need to develop custom software or use existing software to communicate with the gas sensor. This software should be able to read data from the serial port and interpret the sensor's communication protocol.

5. Implement data acquisition: Write code or configure the software to read data from the gas sensor through the serial port. This typically involves sending specific commands or queries to the sensor and receiving the corresponding response.

6. Process and store the acquired data: Once the data is received from the gas sensor, process it as required. This may involve converting raw sensor readings into meaningful units, performing calculations, or applying calibration factors. Store the acquired data in a suitable format or database for further analysis and monitoring.

7. Implement error handling and logging: Ensure that the software includes appropriate error handling mechanisms to handle communication failures or sensor malfunctions. Implement logging functionality to record any errors or anomalies encountered during the data acquisition process.

8. Monitor and analyze the acquired data: Continuously monitor the acquired gas sensor data to detect any abnormal readings or trends. Implement appropriate analysis techniques to identify potential hazards or deviations from normal operating conditions.