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Inline Refractometer Sensor:
L-Rix

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  • Best-in-class accuracy ensures consistent product quality control.
  • Compact, lightweight design fits easily into tight spaces.
  • Quick installation via threaded connectors reduces downtime.
  • Integrated self-diagnostics minimize maintenance requirements.
  • Single M12 cable simplifies setup and reduces installation complexity.
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We bring you what you have long been waiting for: an inline refractometer for continuous brix concentration monitoring in metalworking machines (e.g. cooling lubricants, aqueous polymer quenching fluids), industrial processes, and fruit and vegetable processing, L-Rix 2100 and L-Rix 3100 provide a unique combination of best-in-class quality, price, accuracy, and compactness. The L-Rix 2100/3100 Series increases the lifetime of tools and machines, optimizes the quality of manufactured pieces, reduces downtime, minimizes maintenance costs, ensures reliable performance for years, and helps you master challenging industrial conditions.

Key features

Inline refractometer sensor: Maximum lifetime

  • Continuous brix monitoring – ensuring optimal concentration all the time
  • Key parameter for production perfection in various processes
  • In metalworking - preventing the wear and tear of cutting tools and optimizing the quality machined parts
  • In food processing - ensuring consistent quality and reduction of production losses.

Unparalleled precision

  • Unparalleled precision: ±0.15 °Brix to 0.2 °Brix
  • Unique compactness: 114 mm x 34 mm
  • Competitive price point: ideal cost-performance balance
  • Strong combination of affordability and superior accuracy

Supreme quality

  • Built out of sapphire
  • Produced in 'clean room': prevents dust particle embedding
  • Built-in self-diagnosis to prevent inaccurate readings
  • IO-Link interface, also providing diagnostic information

Continuous performance

  • Up-and-running fast: pre-configured
  • 15+ years of operation in tough industrial environments
  • Reduction of downtime
  • Minimization of maintenance costs

Specifications

 L-Rix 2100L-Rix 3100
LED StatusYes
Refractive indexRange: 1.3268 nD to 1.3830 nD (0 °Brix to 30 °Brix)Range: 1.3268 nD to 1.4215 nD (0 °Brix to 50 °Brix)
Accuracy±0.20 °Brix ±0.15 °Brix 
Repeatability±0.10 °Brix±0.075 °Brix
Housing materialStainless steel 1.4305 and plastic material
Material of the wetted partsSapphire (Al2O3 – 99.997 %), stainless steel 1.4305, VICTREX FG 200Sapphire (Al2O3 – 99.997 %), stainless steel 1.4404, VICTREX FG 200
Ambient temperatureRepeatability
Process temperature and pressure0 °C to 60 °C, 0 bar to 10 bar
Process connectionsG1“ Male, according to DIN/ISO 228
Protection classIP65; IP67
Output°Brix and temp
CommunicationAnalog, IO-LINK
PLC ConnectionM12 sealed connector with single cable for power supply and 2x analog output
Apparent ohmic resistance240 Ohm to 500 Ohm
Power supplyDC 24 V (range 20 ... 30) SELV/PELV (Class 2 circuits)
Cleaning (using AP adapter with cleaning connection)Water or approved cleaning agents – up to 60 °C, 5 bar max.
Storage conditions: ambient temperature and relative humidity -40 °C to +70°C; 10 % to 100 %
CertificationFCC, CE, ULFCC, CE, UL, 3A*

*When used with VARIVENT® adapter

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Consumables & Accessories

Consumables & Accessories

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L-RIX 2x00 PROCESS CONNECTION O-RING

Compatible with:
L-Rix 2100
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Part number: 324463
Product details
The process connection O-ring for the L-Rix 2x00 ensures a reliable seal between the L-Rix 2x00 and the process connection. It prevents the leakage of liquids and ensures a secure connection in industrial applications. Scope of delivery 1 pc. L-Rix 2X00 Process Connection O-Ring Technical specification
- COG Material: Si 971, FL
- Base Elastomer: Fluorosilicone Rubber (FVMQ)
- Inner Diameter (d₁): 25 mm
- Cross-Section (d₂): 2 mm
- Operating Temperature (Air): -60 °C to 200 °C
- Hardness: Shore A
- Color: Blue

L-RIX 3x00 PROCESS CONNECTION O-RING

Compatible with:
L-Rix 3100
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Part number: 320290
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The process connection O-ring for the L-Rix 3x00 ensures a reliable seal between the L-Rix 3x00 and the process connection. It prevents the leakage of liquids and ensures a secure connection in industrial applications. Scope of delivery 1 pc. L-Rix 3X00 Process Connection O-Ring Technical specification
- Material: EPDM
- Compound Code: EPDM 70.503-00
- Inner Diameter (d₁): 25 mm
- Cross-Section (d₂): 2 mm
- Operating Temperature (Air): -57 °C to 150 °C
- Hardness: Shore A
- Compliance: 3-A Sanitary Standard No. 18-03 Class II; FDA CFR 21 - 177.2600 "Rubber articles intended for repeated use"
- Color: Black

L-RIX 2100 TRANSMITTER SET INLINE REFRACTOMETER SET

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L-Rix 2100
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Part number: 343286
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Process refractometer for monitoring sugar concentration and temperature, including process adapter and connection cable. Measuring principle without moving parts is maintenance-free with minimal operating costs. Scope of delivery 1 pcs. L-Rix 2100 Transmitter 1 pcs. Connection adapter G1/4" 1 pcs. Sensor cable, M12, 5-pin 1 pcs. Quick guide 1 pcs. Calibration data sheet Technical specification
- Accuracy: ±0.0003 nD (equivalent to ± 0.2 % mass)
- Repeatability: ±0.00015 nD (equivalent to ± 0.1 % mass)
- Refractive index range: 1.3268 to 1.3830 nD
- Sugar range: 0 to 30 %
- Process temperature: 0 °C to 60 °C
- Process pressure: 100 mbara to 10 bara
- Ambient temperature: -5 °C to 55 °C
- Wetted parts: Stainless steel 1.4305, PEEK, Sapphire
- Protection rating: IP65; IP67
- Output Signal: Dual-channel analog (4–20 mA) or IO-Link
- Process connection Sensor: G1" Male, according to DIN/ISO 228
- Sensor connection Adapter: G1" Female, according to DIN/ISO 228
- Process connect

L-RIX 3100 TRANSMITTER SET INLINE REFRACTOMETER SET

Compatible with:
L-Rix 3100
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Part number: 343287
Product details
Process refractometer for monitoring sugar concentration and temperature, including process adapter and connection cable. Measuring principle without moving parts is maintenance-free with minimal operating costs. Scope of delivery 1 pcs. L-Rix 3100 Transmitter 1 pcs. Connection adapter Varivent Type N 1 pcs. Hinged Clamp Varivent N 1 pcs. Nut for Hinged Clamp Varivent N 1 pcs. Sensor cable, M12, 5-pin 1 pcs. Quick guide 1 pcs. Calibration data sheet Technical specification
- Accuracy: ±0.00025 nD (equivalent to ± 0.15 % mass)
- Repeatability: ±0.000125 nD (equivalent to ± 0.075 % mass)
- Refractive index range: 1.3268 to 1.4215 nD
- Sugar range: 0 to 50 %
- Process temperature: 0 °C to 60 °C
- Process pressure: 100 mbara to 10 bara
- Ambient temperature: -5 °C to 55 °C
- Wetted parts: Stainless steel 1.4404, PEEK, Sapphire
- Protection rating: IP65; IP67
- Output Signal: Dual-channel analog (4–20 mA) or IO-Link
- Process connection Sensor: G1" Male, according to DIN/ISO 228\