Luxtron Introduces Next Gen Fiber Optic Feedthrough for Leak Free Connection

Luxtron announces the release of a superior tank wall penetration system that uses only welds and O-rings to provide a maintenance-free and easy-to-install feedthrough system for fiber optic probes.

(PRWEB) November 17, 2004 -- Luxtron Corporation, the leading provider of field-proven hot spot monitoring solutions continues to lead in providing the power utility industry with practical solutions for transformer winding temperature measurement. Today Luxtron announces the release of a superior tank wall penetration system that uses only welds and O-rings to provide a maintenance-free and easy-to-install feedthrough system for fiber optic probes.

This improved tank wall plate with welded feedthrough ports eliminates the chance of oil leakage around the tapered NPT or pipe threads used with conventional tank wall penetrators. As an integral part of the fiber optic probe installation, the welded feedthrough plate provides a maintenance free interface for connecting the rugged Luxtron fiber optic probes imbedded within the transformer winding to the external monitoring system.

Luxtrons rugged Fluoroptic® fiber optic probes enable direct, real time, accurate measurement of transformer winding temperature; thereby providing valuable input to calibrate thermal models and enable dynamic load control. Unlike conventional winding temperature indicators that infer" the hot spot by measuring top or bottom oil temperature, the drift-free, calibration-free nature inherent in the Fluoroptic® technology makes these systems ideally suited for use in transformers.

About Luxtron Corporation:

Luxtron Corporation pioneered the field of fiber optic winding temperature measurement more than 20 years ago and today is the premier provider of direct, real time monitoring and control systems for the power utility industry. Based on Luxtrons patented FluoropticÒ technology, these direct winding temperature measurement systems have evolved considerably from laboratory instruments to robust, industrial control systems ideal for monitoring transformers in geographically isolated locations. Luxtrons ISO 9001:2000 certified manufacturing facilities are located in Santa Clara, California. Luxtron continues to be at the forefront in developing robust, fiber optic systems to extend the life of power transformers. More information on Luxtron Corporation may be obtained by visiting our website at www.luxtron.com

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