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Kidde Graviner MK6 Oil Mist Detection System

The Graviner Mk6 OMD is an advanced, analogue addressable oil mist detection system for marine engines, monitoring up to 64 detectors across eight engines.

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Specifications

  • Graviner Oil Mist Detection Systems: Designed to safeguard diesel engines from oil mist explosions by detecting rising levels in crankcases and ancillary spaces.
  • MK6 System (Introduced in 2000):
    • Detects oil mist levels at specific sampling points on the engine.
    • Installed in thousands of vessels worldwide.
    • Fully supported by Thames Diesel for spare parts and technical assistance.
  • MK7 System (Available since 2012):
    • Utilizes the MK6 detector base and sample pipes.
    • Features a graphical interface display for diagnostics and monitoring from the engine control room.
    • Stocks are available for spares and complete systems, ideal for upgrading obsolete MK5 and MK6 units.

Benefits

  • Safety & Compliance: Approved by all major Classification Societies, providing decades of proven protection since 1951.
  • Enhanced Communication: Electrical interference is minimized through CAN bus communications between the Control Unit and detectors, with connectivity to ships’ Alarm Monitoring Systems.
  • Improved Maintenance: Features like improved contamination monitoring within the detector, repositioned test LED for easier cleaning, and pre-terminated cables to reduce installation and maintenance times.
  • Robust Design: Built to withstand severe vibration, ensuring long-term durability.
  • Immediate Availability: Thames Diesel maintains high stock levels of MK6 and MK7 spare parts and complete MK7 systems for prompt delivery.