icountACM20 Lab Unit

Aviation Fuel Contamination Monitoring

DEFSTAN 91-91
Issue 6 Jet A-1Fuel
Specification,
adopts particle
counting.
The first fully functional particle
counter approved for use on aviation
fuel. After 5 years of development
work carried out by Parker UK and
partner, the ACM20 has passed
all technical barriers and is now
approved for aviation fuel quality per
DEFSTAN 91-91 Issue 6.

Parker has consistently provided

technically superior products to all
fluid conditioning applications.

Product Features
• icountACM20 monitors • Case-mounted pump
aviation fuel contamination enables monitoring
to DEFSTAN 91-91 Issue 6 possibilities.
Jet A-1 fuel specification. For example: Fuel storage/
• Energy Institute Test vehicle tanks and fuel
Method IP 564. storage drums.
• 2-minute test procedure. • Latest averaging software
• Laser optical scanning as standard.
analysis. • ParSmart Downloader
• Multi-standard ISO software.
cleanliness reporting.

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Features & Benefits
Test Time: Operating Temperature:
2 minutes +41°F to +176°F (+5°C to +80°C)
Repeat Test Time: Memory store:
Every 2 minutes (Manual testing), every 6 minutes (automatic) 300 test capacity
Principle of Operation: Computer compatibility:
Optical scanning analysis and measurement of actual particles and Interface via RS 232 connection @ 9600 baud rate (USB serial cable to
inference to water presence RS232 option available)
Primary Output: Laboratory sampling:
≥4μ(c), ≥6μ(c), ≥14μ(c), ≥21μ(c), ≥25μ(c), ≥30μ(c) counts per ml Utilizes on-board rear mounted pump
Secondary Diagnostic Output: Portability:
% Volume Distribution, via graphical display on handset and printout Battery pack and carry case with wheels included
(printout not available on icountACM20Z)
Power requirement:
International codes: ACM20: 12vDC input, 6 x ‘D’ Cell batteries or rechargeable battery pack
ISO 7-22 in accordance with ISO 4406-1999 ACM20Z: Rechargeable battery pack, or 12vDC input
Data entry: Printer facility:
32 character two line dot matrix LCD. Full alpha numeric entry Integral 16 column printer for hard copy data (not available on
facility on keypad icountACM20Z)
Data retrieval: Certification:
Memory access gives test search facility for up to 300 saved tests Complies with all relevant EC declarations of conformity
Calibration: icount ACM20 Case Mounted Pump
In accordance with Parker Calibration Procedure CM20-N, which • Integrated Pump assembly incorporated onto the ACM20 unit.
complies to ISO11171:1999, Clause 6 (Omitting Annex F) • Powered directly from ACM20 unit, LED power indication with no
additional power supplies required.
Re-calibration: • Direct sampling from fuel sample bottles or tank via 3 metre inlet
Every 12 months by a dedicated Parker Service Centre (Consult suction tube.
Parker) as required under strict EI methods • Incoporated double speed flush and test sequence.
Max. working pressure: • Managed flow rate/correct volume sample as per IP 564 test
6,000 PSI (420 bar) method.

icountACM20 is fully compliant with the EI (Energy Institute) test method

Applications
The Parker icountACM20 Portable Particle Counter • Bottle Sampling - Energy Institute (EI) - IP 564
has been developed from existing technology for
Laboratory determination of the level of
monitoring contamination in Aviation Turbine and other
dispersed contamination in aviation fuel using an
hydrocarbon fuels, in accordance with the Energy
Automatic Particle Counter (APC)
Institute (EI) Method IP 564.
In addition, the ACM can also be used to monitor various • Replace Clear & Bright and Gravimetric
fuels from existing sampling points in With the introduction of the icount ACM20,
locations from refineries, pipelines, distribution all subjectivity surrounding Clear & Bright and
terminals, airport fuel supply systems all the way through Gravimetric methods can be removed
to the point of uplift into aircraft*.
* Hot works permit required for online sampling (ATEX Zone II unit • Also for use on petroleum based hydraulic
available). Page 14. applications (Skydrol compatible available)
Suitable for use with mineral oil and
• Fuel Testing Laboratories – DEFSTAN 91-91 petroleum based fluid as per standard
Issue 6 hydraulic particle counter, reporting fluid cleanliness
In order to better understand dispersed to ISO 4406:1999
contamination in jet fuel, particle counting is
now included alongside existing laboratory
techniques

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Transfer Pump
Flush Button
Transfer Pump On/Off Switch

Specifications
Construction: Fuse:
ABS structural foam and injection moulded case 1.25 amp fast blow fuse included for Link Hose
Hand-held display - ABS overload protection (spare supplied)
Keypad flurosilicone rubber
icountACM20 Technology:
Sample Hose
Mechanical Components: Patented flow cell, light obscuration Inlet and Outlet
Brass, plated steel, stainless steel and aluminium
Repeatability/Accuracy: Transfer Pump
Housing
Seals: As per or better than ISO 11171
Fluorocarbon Hose Tidy Clips
Coincidence:
Hoses: 40,000 particles per ml
Nylon (Kevlar braided microbore). St. steel
armoured ends Viscosity Range:
1 -100 centistokes
Flow Rate:
Input Power Socket (note that you will have to
25 - 28ml/min (dictated by CMP) 100ml/min with icountACM20 Weight: remove the plastic dust cap to access the 12Vdc
additional flush button 17.6 lbs. power socket).
A fast blow 1.25A fuse and the RS232 connection
Fluid Compatability: Monitor Carrying Case: are located behind the removable cover plate. The
Hydrocarbon Fuel, Mineral Oil. For other fluids Astra Board case RS232 interface is provided to download all test
consult Parker data stored in the instrument. See the ParSmart
Carrying Case Weight: Downloader software for more information.
11 lbs.
Ordering Information
Standard products table - icount ACM20
Product Number Supersedes Description icountACM20 icountACM20Z
ACM202022UK N/A icountACM20 (UK) X

ACM202022US N/A icountACM20 (US) X

ACM202022EUR N/A icountACM20 (EURO) X

ACM202024UK N/A icountACM20 with lab kit - UK (DEFSTAN 9191) X

ACM202024US N/A icountACM20 with lab kit - US (DEFSTAN 9191) X

ACM202024EUR N/A icountACM20 with lab kit - EURO (DEFSTAN 9191) X

ACM202032UK N/A icountACM20 Z2 + online kit & UK battery charger X

ACM202032US N/A icountACM20 Z2 + online kit & US battery charger X

ACM202032EUR N/A icountACM20 Z2 + online kit & Euro battery charger X

ACM202034UK icountACM20 Z2 + online & lab kit + UK battery charger X

ACM202034US icountACM20 Z2 + online & lab kit + US battery charger X

ACM202034EUR icountACM20 Z2 + online & lab kit + Euro battery charger X

ACC6ND000 B84794 1 meter process cable X

ACC6NE006 B84816 Parsmart downloader software X

ACC6NE019 P843855 icountACM20 transit Case X

ACC6NW003 B84746 Vapour/waste bottle assembly X X

ACC6NE029 B84745 Throttle kit X

ACC6NE001 B84645 Millipore adaptor kit X X

ACC6NE013 B84609 Re-chargeable battery pack X

ACC6NE008 B84817 UK power supply X X

ACC6NE010 B84830 US power supply X

ACC6NE009 B84831 Euro power supply X X

ACC6NE020 UK Offline kit X

ACC6NE021 B84832 Euro Offline kit X

ACC6NE022 US Offline kit X

SERMISC067 N/A 500ml verification fluid X

ACC6NE015 B84702 Printer reel (x5) X

ACC6NE014 P843702 Printer ribbon (x1) X

ACC6NE023 B84647 UK battery charger X

ACC6NE025 B84652 US battery charger X

ACC6NE024 B84653 Euro battery charger X

ACC6NE027 B84650 2m process cable assembly X

ACC6NE028 P843066 Carry case X

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ATEX Approved Portable Particle Counter

For use in
explosive and
hazardous areas
icountACM20Z is designed to
be used to monitor various fuels
from existing sampling points
in hazardous locations such as
refineries, pipelines, distribution
terminals, airport fuel supply systems
all the way through to the point of
uplift into aircraft.

Product Features:
• Assembled in an approved • Certified to CE Ex II 3 G Ex
and certified stainless steel nR/nL IIC T6
enclosure to comply with • “A” Class product defined
ATEX Directive 94/9/EC. for the Aviation market.
• Can be used in explosive • ATEX approved Handset
and hazardous areas, and keypad.
including offshore and • Suitable for use with
mining applications. mineral oil and petroleum
• ATEX Zone II based fluid as per ACM20/
LCM20 particle counters.

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Specifications
Construction:
Unit: Stainless Steel
Carrying case: ABS
Hand-held display: ABS
Keypad: polyester membrane
Mechanical components:
Brass, plated steel, stainless steel and
aluminium
Seals: Fluorocarbon
Hoses: Nylon (Kevlar braided microbore)
Fluid compatibility:
All fuels. For other fluids consult Parker
Internal rechargeable battery:
Note: ONLY to be charged outside of the
hazardous area, with the unit switched off
Fuse:
1.25A fast blow fuse included for overload
protection
Return to Parker Hannifin if fuse is blown
icountACM202032 technology:
Unique optical scanning system

Applications in Fuels

Oil Refinery
- To count and verify the levels of dispersed
contamination in accordance with specification
limits. (Consult Parker).
Distribution Terminals/Hubs
- For use on receipt and outbound supply.
Also to provide filtration performance, tank
cleanliness and product quality checks.
Storage
- Settling times can be reduced by monitoring
with the ACM by ensuring that levels of
dispersed contamination are below acceptable
levels.
Airport Fuel Farm
- Monitoring of fuels into storage, through the fuel
farm, hydrant system and during uplift into wing.
Pipeline Commissioning
- Fast real time monitoring of pipelines following
pigging and cleaning processes.
Oil and Gas Platforms
- Used to monitor the filtration performance,
system cleanliness and quality of delivered
product.

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ATEX Approved Portable Particle Counter
Installation Details
14.6 (370mm)

11.8 (300mm)
11.0 (280mm)

dimensions in inch (mm)

13.0 (330mm)

Online Commission Kit

a – icountACM20 Zone II Particle Counter

b – Battery Charger
c – Process Cable
d – User Manual
e – Downloader Software
f – Throttle Kit
g – Millipore Adaptor Assembly
h – Aluminium Case
i – Bottle Assembly
a
i

g
c f

e
d

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