Parker ICOUNTLCM20 Oil Particle Counter

Parker Kittiwake icountLCM20 6-channel portable oil particle counter for hydraulic and lubrication cleanliness measurement. Reports ISO 4406:1999 3-digit code (range 7-22), NAS 1638 classes 0-12, GOST 17216:2001 code 00-17, and SAE AS4059 on-screen from a 2-minute test cycle, repeatable every 2 minutes with better than 5% repeatability (Parker handbook; Insatech marine cites <=7% at the 4/6/14 um counts). 300-test scrolling memory, 2-line 32-character dot-matrix LCD, alphanumeric keypad, integral 16-column impact printer, RS232 9-way at 9600 baud with ParSmart Downloader software (USB adapter available). Verified Parker factory order codes: LCM202022 (base 6-channel MTD calibrated, no Case Mounted Pump), LCM202027 (with Case Mounted Pump CMP, carrying case and kit, ACFTD calibrated), LCM202028 (with CMP, MTD calibrated), and LCM202062 (aggressive-fluid Dual Fluids Monitor with perfluoroelastomer seals, red valve knob for visual identification, Parylene-treated wetted parts, 5/8-inch BSF HSP hose, MTD calibrated). The LCM202062 aggressive-fluid variant is compatible with phosphate ester fluids (Skydrol LD4/500B) alongside mineral and synthetic. Handbook warning: do NOT use the standard CMP with phosphate-ester fluids — order LCM202062 for phosphate-ester service. Measurement principle: single-point laser light-obscuration (optical scanning). Class 1 laser product with an internal 5 mW invisible-infrared Class 3R diode. Particle bins reported per 100 mL: MTD calibration >4, >6, >14, >21, >38, >70 um(c); ACFTD calibration >2, >5, >15, >25, >50, >100 um; GOST 2-5, 5-10, 10-25, 25-50, 50-100, 100-200 um. MTD calibration is via a certified primary ISO 11171 automatic particle counter using ISO 11943 principles, reporting to ISO 4406:1999. ACFTD calibration conforms to ISO 4402 principles with an added >2 um channel reported to ISO 4406:1996. Annual recalibration via Parker service centre; the unit prompts when calibration is due or overdue. Working viscosity 2-100 cSt (extended to 500 cSt with Single Point Sampler), oil temperature +5 to +80 C, ambient +5 to +40 C. Maximum working pressure 420 bar direct online via System 20 inline sensors, or 2.5 bar via the Case Mounted Pump. Flow rate up to 400 L/min through System 20 sensors and higher with the SPS; 35 mL/min via CMP. Physical: 8 kg (8.15 kg with CMP), carrying case adds ~5 kg. Body 250 x 241 x 125 mm (LCM20 without CMP). ABS foam case, fluorosilicone keypad, Viton seals (perfluoroelastomer on LCM202062). Nylon Kevlar-braided microbore hoses with stainless armoured ends (1.2 m). Alarm relay 5 A at 220 V AC/DC via limit-switch socket. Power: 6 x LR20 alkaline D cells (25 tests) OR rechargeable pack (40 tests); external 9-12 V DC 1.5 A supply, 9 mm positive-centre jack, 1.25 A fast-blow fuse. Online sampling accessories (verified): STI0144100 System 20 size 0 sensor (6-25 L/min, G3/8), STI1144100 size 1 (20-100 L/min, G3/4), STI2144100 size 2 (80-380 L/min, G1-1/4); aggressive-fluid twins STI0148100 / STI1148100 / STI2148100. Single Point Sampler SPS2021 (mineral) or SPS2061 (aggressive) for point-to-point sampling from valve test points. Offline bottle sampling via the CMP with a heated ultrasonic bath or degassed bottles. Verified consumables and spare parts (Parker handbook): ACC6NE015 printer paper (5 x 44 mm x 45 mm rolls), ACC6NE014 printer ribbon, ACC6ND000 data-transfer link, ACC6NE013 rechargeable battery pack, ACC6ND002 weather-protector cover, ACC6NE008 / ACC6NE009 / ACC6NE010 UK / EU / US power supplies, ACC6NN031 CMP tubes, ACC6NN033 blanking plugs (4 mm and 6 mm). Legacy nomenclature: sold historically as icount LaserCM or icountLaserCM20 — same device, rebranded following Parker's acquisition of Kittiwake. Not to be confused with related Parker/Kittiwake icount products in the family: icountACM20 (aviation-fuel particle counter to DEFSTAN 91-91 Issue 6, EI IP564, with ATEX Ex II 3 G Ex nR/nL IIC T6 Z2 stainless enclosure), icountPD (permanent inline particle detector, 9-40 V DC, RS232 + 4-20 mA + CAN J1939 outputs, optional relative-humidity moisture channel, IP66, 2-420 bar, 1-500 cSt), icountBS / icountBSplus (bench bottle samplers), and icountOS / IOS (newer self-contained portable with laser+battery+pump and web-page data output). Applications: hydraulic system commissioning and acceptance testing, marine engine and gearbox lube-oil cleanliness trending (Insatech marine confirmed), on-site industrial hydraulic fluid condition monitoring, offshore drilling hydraulics, general manufacturing hydraulic cleanliness verification. cBallast supplies the full icount range — LCM20 units, System 20 online sensors, SPS point samplers, ACM20 aviation variant, and every consumable/spare above. Request a quote by variant part number (LCM202022 / LCM202027 / LCM202028 / LCM202062), sampling requirement (online 420 bar or offline via CMP), and calibration type (MTD ISO 11171 preferred for current work; ACFTD retained for legacy trending against historical baselines).

Model

ICOUNT-LCM20

Method

Laser optical

Range

ISO 4406 4/6/14 μm

Accuracy

±½ code

Compliance

Per-method (ASTM / ISO)

HS Code

9026.20