Measuring intermediate nitrogen compounds to detect toxicity, process imbalance, and treatment inefficiency.
A nitrite sensor measures the concentration of nitrite ions (NO₂⁻) in water or process fluids, typically expressed in mg/L. Nitrite is an intermediate compound in the nitrogen cycle and is highly toxic even at low concentrations, making its monitoring critical in water and biological systems.
Nitrite sensors operate by selectively detecting nitrite ions using electrochemical or optical methods. The sensor response is proportional to the nitrite concentration present in the sample.
The measured value directly represents the concentration of nitrite ions in a liquid.
Nitrite trends indirectly indicate incomplete nitrification, biological stress or toxicity, sudden process upsets, and elevated risk to aquatic life and public health.
With Industrial IoT integration, nitrite sensors enable early detection of toxic spikes, real-time treatment adjustment, protection of biological systems, and compliance-focused water quality reporting.
The Nitrite Sensor is an early warning signal in the nitrogen cycle. By detecting a highly toxic intermediate, it helps industries prevent biological failure, safeguard ecosystems, and maintain stable treatment processes.