Sanotac L0110 Intelligent High-Pressure Precision Metering Pump with Profinet, EtherCAT, Ethernet/IP & Modbus/TCP

Overview

The Sanotac L0110 Intelligent High-Pressure Precision Metering Pump is an industrial-grade positive displacement pump engineered for continuous, high-accuracy fluid delivery under demanding process conditions. Utilizing a dual parallel piston architecture with floating piston design, the L0110 delivers stable volumetric flow across its full operational range (0.1–1000 mL/min) while maintaining pressure capability up to 10 MPa. Its core measurement principle relies on precise mechanical displacement synchronized with real-time electronic pulse suppression and cam-profile compensation—minimizing pressure transients (<0.5 MPa) and ensuring consistent flow profiles essential for reaction-critical applications. Designed for integration into automated laboratory and pilot-scale chemical process systems, the L0110 meets the functional and interoperability requirements of modern industrial control environments—including compliance-ready operation in GLP and GMP-aligned workflows where traceable flow control and audit-ready data logging are mandatory.

Key Features

• High-fidelity flow delivery: ±0.5% accuracy and ≤0.5% repeatability across the entire 0.1–1000 mL/min range, validated per ISO 5725-2 guidelines for precision measurement consistency.
• Multi-protocol industrial connectivity: Native support for Profinet, EtherCAT, Ethernet/IP, and Modbus/TCP enables seamless integration with Siemens S7, Beckhoff TwinCAT, Schneider EcoStruxure, Omron NJ/NX, Mitsubishi FX/Q Series, ABB AC500, Rockwell ControlLogix, and Delta DVP PLCs—without requiring external gateways or protocol translators.
• Intelligent pulsation mitigation: Combines mechanical cam curve optimization with real-time electronic flow feedback to suppress pressure ripple, critical for microreactor feed stability and chromatographic column integrity.
• Modular wetted path configuration: Interchangeable pump heads constructed from chemically resistant materials—including 316L stainless steel, Hastelloy C-276, PEEK, and PTFE—supporting compatibility with aggressive solvents, supercritical CO₂, catalyst slurries, and lipid nanoparticle formulations.
• Embedded closed-loop mass-based control option: Optional integration with precision load cells enables gravimetric dosing via real-time mass feedback, supporting stoichiometric feeding in catalytic evaluation rigs and continuous flow synthesis platforms.
• Comprehensive local and remote operation: Front-panel 256×64 backlit LCD with intuitive menu navigation; optional web-based HMI and SCADA-compatible OPC UA server (via Ethernet) for centralized monitoring and control.

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The L0110 accommodates a broad spectrum of process fluids—from aqueous buffers and organic solvents to abrasive catalyst suspensions, viscous polymer melts, and supercritical fluids—when configured with appropriate wetted materials. Its 316L stainless steel + ruby + ceramic + PTFE fluid path complies with USP Class VI biocompatibility standards for pharmaceutical-grade fluid handling. For regulated environments, firmware supports time-stamped event logging, user-access-level authentication, and configurable audit trails aligned with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 requirements when paired with Sanotac’s validated control software. The device conforms to IEC 61000-6-2 (EMC immunity) and IEC 61000-6-4 (EMC emission) standards, and its electrical safety design meets IEC 61010-1 for laboratory and industrial use.

Software & Data Management

Sanotac’s PumpControl Suite provides method-based operation with programmable flow profiles—including constant, linear ramp, multi-step gradient, and user-defined time-segmented sequences. All parameters (flow rate, pressure setpoint, run duration, pause intervals) are stored as named methods with version timestamping. Real-time plotting of flow vs. time and pressure vs. time curves is rendered directly on the display or exported in CSV/PNG format via USB or network interface. Data records include system events (e.g., pressure limit activation, communication timeout, seal wear alert), enabling root-cause analysis during process validation. Remote access functionality supports secure HTTPS-based control and diagnostics, with TLS 1.2 encryption and role-based permissions. Integration with third-party MES/DCS platforms is achieved via native OPC UA or Modbus TCP server mode, supporting tag-based data mapping and alarm forwarding.

Applications

• Catalytic reaction engineering: Precise co-feeding of reactants and catalysts into fixed-bed or slurry-phase reactors for kinetic studies and deactivation modeling.
• Continuous flow chemistry: Stable reagent introduction into microstructured reactors and chip-based synthesis platforms, minimizing residence time distribution.
• Biopharmaceutical process development: Controlled delivery of lipids, mRNA, and ethanol in LNP formulation systems; gradient elution in preparative biochromatography.
• Materials science: Metering of monomer blends and initiators in reactive extrusion and foaming processes; solvent delivery in sol-gel synthesis.
• Energy research: Supercritical fluid (scCO₂, scCHF₃) pumping for extraction, impregnation, and particle formation studies.
• Quality control laboratories: Automated calibration of flow sensors, viscosity standards preparation, and reference material dispensing per ASTM D341 and ISO 3104.

FAQ

Does the L0110 support deterministic real-time communication for motion-synchronized dosing?
Yes—the EtherCAT and Profinet implementations comply with IEC 61784-2 and IEC 61158 standards, delivering sub-100 µs jitter and cycle times down to 125 µs for tightly coupled pump-actuator coordination.
Can the pump be calibrated in-house using standard gravimetric procedures?
Yes—built-in calibration mode accepts user-entered reference mass/time measurements and applies piecewise linear correction across eight user-defined flow points, with results saved to non-volatile memory.
Is explosion-proof certification available for hazardous area installation?
ATEX II 2G Ex db IIB T4 Gb and IECEx certification options are available upon request for specific configurations (e.g., pneumatic motor variant or intrinsically safe barrier-integrated electronics).
How is maintenance tracked and documented for regulatory audits?
The system logs seal replacement cycles, piston wear indicators, and calibration history with ISO 8601 timestamps and operator ID tags—exportable as PDF or XML for inclusion in 21 CFR Part 11-compliant quality records.
What is the maximum allowable fluid viscosity at 1000 mL/min and 10 MPa?
For optimal performance and longevity, viscosity should not exceed 1,000 cP at operating temperature; higher-viscosity applications require reduced flow rates or heated manifold options to maintain laminar flow and minimize shear-induced degradation.