BilgMon 488 15 PPM Bilge Alarm
The BilgMon 488 is a compact marine 15 ppm bilge alarm and oil content monitor used to continuously monitor oil concentration in bilge water associated with oily water separator systems.
Using optical scattered-light measurement technology, the system provides oil-content measurement and configurable alarm functions. Its monitoring and alarm outputs can be integrated with the vessel’s OWS arrangement to support controlled discharge operations.
Advanced BilgMon 488 Monitoring Supports Safer Bilge Water Discharge
Swift Marine Tech Services Pte Ltd provides professional BilgMon 488 15 PPM Bilge Alarm service, calibration, troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, replacement, and maintenance solutions for commercial vessels, offshore vessels, ship operators, and marine engineering applications.
The BilgMon 488 is a marine oil content monitoring and 15 ppm bilge alarm system designed for use with Oily Water Separators (OWS). Swift Marine Tech Services Pte Ltd supports vessel owners, ship managers, technical superintendents, and marine engineers with dependable bilge monitoring solutions designed to support accurate oil-content measurement, reliable alarm operation, and compliance with applicable marine environmental requirements.
BilgMon 488 – Key Benefits
- Accurate Oil Content Monitoring – Continuous measurement helps operators monitor oil concentration in bilge water and maintain better control over OWS discharge operations.
- Reliable 15 PPM Alarm Protection – Configurable alarm functionality provides timely indication when the oil concentration reaches the selected alarm threshold.
- Enhanced Environmental Protection – Reliable bilge monitoring helps reduce the risk of uncontrolled oily-water discharge and supports responsible marine operations.
- Simplified Maintenance – The system’s measuring-cell and flushing arrangements can help simplify routine maintenance, inspection, and servicing.
- Easy Marine System Integration – Alarm outputs and analog interfaces allow the BilgMon 488 to be incorporated into existing OWS and shipboard automation systems, subject to the vessel’s approved configuration.
- Cost-Effective Retrofit Potential – The compact design makes the BilgMon 488 suitable for replacement and modernization projects involving older or obsolete bilge monitoring equipment.
BilgMon 488 Applications
The BilgMon 488 can be used in applications involving marine bilge monitoring and oily-water separator systems, including:
Commercial ships
Tankers
Bulk carriers
Container vessels
Offshore vessels
Support vessels
Cargo vessels
Engine-room bilge systems
Oily Water Separator installations
Ship repair and retrofit projects
Marine automation systems
BilgMon 488 Key Features
0–30 PPM Measurement Range – Supports continuous oil-content measurement.
Adjustable 1–15 PPM Alarm Range – Provides configurable alarm thresholds.
Optical Scattered-Light Measurement – Enables oil-content detection through an optical measurement principle.
Automatic Fresh-Water Flushing – Helps maintain the measuring cell for reliable operation.
Dual Alarm Outputs – Provides two adjustable alarm outputs for monitoring and control functions.
LCD Display & Keypad – Provides access to measurements, settings, and system information.
0/4–20 mA Output – Supports integration with vessel monitoring and automation systems.
USB Data Retrieval – Allows operating information and alarm data to be retrieved.
Multiple Power Supply Options – Supports 24V AC/DC and 115/230V AC configurations.
Compact Marine Design – Suitable for shipboard OWS installations and retrofit applications.
BilgMon 488 Technical Specifications
| Specification | BilgMon 488 |
|---|---|
| Measurement Range | 0–30 ppm |
| Alarm Range | 1–15 ppm |
| Measurement Principle | Optical scattered-light |
| Alarm Outputs | 2 adjustable outputs |
| Analog Output | 0/4–20 mA |
| Power Supply | 24V AC/DC or 115/230V AC |
| Display | LCD with keypad |
| Flushing | Automatic fresh-water flushing |
| Data Interface | USB |
| Application | 15 PPM Bilge Monitoring / OWS |
| Type Approval | IMO MEPC.107(49) |
BilgMon 488 15 PPM Bilge Alarm Service & Calibration | Swift Marine
International Approvals & Compliance
The BilgMon 488 is associated with IMO Resolution MEPC.107(49) requirements for 15 ppm bilge alarms and oily-water separating equipment. Its application also relates to the wider pollution-prevention requirements of MARPOL Annex I.
Swift Marine Tech Services Pte Ltd supports vessel operators with technical service and documentation related to:
IMO MEPC.107(49)
MARPOL Annex I
15 ppm bilge monitoring requirements
Oily Water Separator monitoring
Marine equipment type-approval documentation
Calibration and service records
Vessel inspection preparation
Port State Control readiness
Applicable approvals and certificates should always be verified against the specific equipment version, certificate, classification requirements, and approved installation.
Why Choose Swift Marine Tech Services Pte Ltd?
Swift Marine Tech Services Pte Ltd provides marine equipment service and technical support focused on marine automation, instrumentation, bilge monitoring, oily-water separator systems, and shipboard equipment.
Our Service Advantages
Marine engineering expertise
BilgMon 488 technical support
15 ppm bilge alarm calibration
OWS monitoring expertise
Troubleshooting and repair assistance
Retrofit and replacement solutions
Sensor and measuring-cell support
Preventive maintenance
Spare-parts sourcing assistance
Calibration and service documentation
Support for vessel operators and technical teams
Your Trusted Partner for BilgMon 488 Marine Service
When your vessel requires BilgMon 488 calibration, 15 ppm bilge alarm troubleshooting, sensor replacement, retrofit, maintenance, or OWS monitoring support, Swift Marine Tech Services Pte Ltd provides dependable marine engineering assistance.
Our objective is to help vessel owners, ship managers, technical superintendents, and marine engineers maintain accurate bilge monitoring, reliable OWS operation, environmental compliance, and reduced equipment downtime.
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