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Compact programmable online colorimetric analyser

Automated colourimetric measurement for water and wastewater monitoring, with programmable analysis, straightforward operation and efficient reagent use.

3S analyser

Continuous analysis without the complexity

The 3S provides online measurement of water quality parameters such as phosphate, ammonia and iron. Its compact cabinet brings together programmable analysis, touchscreen control and reagent management for use across water, wastewater and industrial processes.

Programmable analysis

Set the analysis frequency to suit your monitoring process.

Dual-stream capability

Support two sample streams in one compact analyser.

Clear touchscreen control

Access operation and measurement information from the colour display.

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Built for practical day-to-day operation

The 3S combines a small footprint with serviceable consumables and programmable functions. Its design keeps the analysis process easy to follow while supporting unattended monitoring.

  • Colour touchscreen interface
  • Heated reaction cell
  • Low reagent level alarm
  • Automatic calibration, validation and cleaning
  • Separate waste line for reagent-bearing samples
  • Dual-compartment enclosure

Configured around your site and sample

From sample handling and reagent access to commissioning and ongoing service, PMA can help you assess how the 3S fits your monitoring point. Tell us about the parameter, water matrix and operating conditions so our team can discuss a suitable arrangement.

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One analyser, a range of water-quality questions

Available measurements depend on the selected method and your process. These examples show where online colorimetry may be useful; PMA can confirm the right configuration for your site.

Wastewater

Monitoring through treatment and at final discharge.

  • Ammonia
  • Iron
  • Phosphate

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Drinking water

Process checks across potable-water treatment.

  • Aluminium
  • Ammonia
  • Iron
  • Manganese
  • Phosphate

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Practical application records

Connect a colourimetric result to the sampled stream, operating state and follow-up evidence.

Hardness checks around softener regeneration

Link hardness results to softener duty, regeneration stages, sample delay and comparable reference checks.

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Nickel and chromium effluent investigations

Build a nickel or chromium event record using stream identity, measured fraction, treatment state and comparable reference samples.

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Technical details and related reading

Explore the product specification and related measurement applications.

3S product specification

Review the specification document for technical product information.

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Power-plant monitoring

Read about online water quality monitoring in power generation.

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Continue to the dedicated 3S analyser site

For a closer look at the 3S online colorimetric analyser, visit the standalone product page. PMA can still help with your application, installation and ongoing support.

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Expert Support

Knowledgeable,
experienced staff

Our team of dedicated field support technicians are vastly experienced in applications and installations. We understand how analysers work, why they were installed and what data they need to produce.

Part Request

Spare and
replacement parts

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Datasheets

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Let’s talk about your application.

Speak to the PMA team about your instruments, reagents or service requirements. Tell us what you need, and we’ll help you find the right next step.

  • Advice for your application. Find the right instruments, sensors and chemical reagents for your process.
  • Practical service support. Discuss commissioning, calibration, maintenance or an instrument issue with our team.
  • Clear next steps. Ask a technical question or request a callback, with your site and measurements in mind.
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