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For a single inline system, installation and commissioning typically takes one to two days. The sensor is designed for inline installation in an existing process line — no special pipework modifications are needed in most cases. DataInspectIR® is cloud-based, so there's nothing to install on your side. We configure it remotely and hand over a live dashboard within hours of the sensor going online.

Yes. For inline deployments, we typically offer a paid pilot on one asset — usually 30–90 days. This gives you real data from your process to evaluate performance before committing to a full fleet rollout. For portable, you can evaluate the analyser on your own fluid samples during a demo call before purchasing.

FluidInspectIR® is calibrated for a wide range of mineral oils, synthetic lubricants, and hydraulic fluids. Specific calibrations are available for diesel and gas engine oils, gear oils, hydraulic fluids, turbine oils, and FAME/biodiesel blends. If you're working with an unusual or proprietary fluid, let us know — we have a rapid calibration development process and can typically add a new fluid type in 2–4 weeks.

FluidInspectIR® uses mid-infrared (MIR) spectroscopy — the same fundamental technology used in many commercial laboratory analysers. For most parameters and fluid types, accuracy is within ±5% of laboratory reference methods (ASTM/ISO). The key advantage over lab analysis isn’t just accuracy — it’s frequency: inline systems measure every 2–10 minutes versus once per month for lab sampling, which means you catch changes the lab programme would miss entirely.

Yes. FluidInspectIR® Inline carries ATEX Zone 1/21 and IECEx certification, making it suitable for use in explosive atmospheres — including gas turbine enclosures, compressor halls, and oil and gas processing environments. Contact us to confirm the specific ATEX category and gas group relevant to your installation.

Yes — this is a core design goal. FluidInspectIR® Inline outputs data via Modbus RTU/TCP, OPC-UA, and 4–20mA, covering most SCADA and DCS systems directly. DataInspectIR® provides a REST API and webhook notifications compatible with SAP PM, IBM Maximo, Infor EAM, and custom systems. We can provide integration support during commissioning. Read more about DataInspectIR® integration →

Pricing depends on the number of sensors, installation requirements, and the DataInspectIR® subscription tier. We don't publish list prices because every application is different — but we're transparent about costs from the first conversation and will give you a clear itemised quote before any commitment. Most customers see payback within 6–18 months depending on asset criticality and failure history.