Precision Moisture Measurement & Control Solutions
Clipper Controls provides precision moisture measurement and control solutions that help ensure product quality, protect equipment, and optimize process performance. Our moisture analyzers and sensors are engineered for accurate, real-time monitoring in gases, liquids, and solids, even in harsh or hazardous environments. With trusted technologies from leading manufacturers, we deliver reliable moisture detection for applications in power generation, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, food processing, and other critical industries. Explore our range of moisture measurement and control instrumentation below:
Aluminum Oxide Sensors
Application: Aluminum Oxide (ALOX) Sensors are used for continuous moisture monitoring in gases and dry air systems. Ideal for applications requiring reliable, long-term stability like semiconductor cleanrooms, compressed air systems, and industrial gas production to ensure process integrity and protect sensitive equipment.
TDLAS Analyzers
Application:TDLAS (Tunable Diode Laser Absorption Spectroscopy) Analyzers are designed for precise, fast-response moisture measurement in high-purity or corrosive gases. Commonly deployed in natural gas pipelines, refining operations, and specialty gas processing to meet strict quality specifications and prevent equipment damage.
Chilled Mirror Instruments
Application: Utilized for high-accuracy dew point and frost point measurement in controlled environments. Found in labs, calibration systems, and pharmaceutical facilities where trace moisture analysis and regulatory compliance are critical for product stability and safety.
Capacitive Polymer Sensors
Application: Ideal for HVAC systems, cleanrooms, and environmental monitoring where relative humidity and temperature control is essential. These sensors are used in energy management systems, food storage, and manufacturing processes sensitive to moisture variation.
Moisture Measurement & Control Applications
Compressed Dry Air (CDA)
Compressed Dry Air systems are critical in industries where even trace moisture can lead to corrosion, equipment failure, or compromised product quality. Monitoring and controlling dew point ensures efficiency, longevity, and compliance with operational standards.
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PM880 Portable Hygrometer
A convenient, battery-powered solution ideal for spot-checking dew point in CDA lines. Its portability makes it perfect for maintenance teams verifying system performance on the go.
HygroPro XP
A compact, robust aluminum oxide sensor-based transmitter for continuous online monitoring of moisture in compressed air systems. It offers fast response times and high accuracy, even in harsh industrial settings.
Moisture.IQ
A multi-channel, multivariable analyzer that provides comprehensive monitoring of moisture levels in multiple points of a CDA system. Ideal for central control rooms and quality-critical operations.
Aurora Moisture Analyzer
While typically used in high-end gas analysis, Aurora’s TDLAS technology can be applied where ultra-low moisture detection is needed in specialty CDA systems, such as semiconductor or aerospace facilities.
These instruments help maintain CDA system integrity, reduce maintenance costs, and support quality assurance in applications ranging from automotive and electronics manufacturing to food packaging and pharmaceuticals.
Refining & Hydrogen Recycle
In refining operations, particularly hydrogen recycle streams, moisture measurement is essential for process optimization, catalyst protection, and ensuring product quality. Even minimal water vapor can degrade catalysts, affect reaction efficiency, and cause safety concerns.
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Aurora Moisture Analyzer
Built with TDLAS (Tunable Diode Laser Absorption Spectroscopy) technology, Aurora delivers fast, precise, and stable moisture measurements in hydrogen and other challenging gas streams. Ideal for critical process control and minimizing catalyst exposure to moisture.
Moisture.IQ
A powerful multi-channel analyzer capable of managing multiple sample points in a refinery setting. Its advanced diagnostics and trend analysis make it suitable for continuous monitoring of hydrogen loops and process gas systems.
HygroPro XP
This compact aluminum oxide sensor transmitter is suitable for continuous inline moisture measurement in high-pressure hydrogen systems. It provides reliable performance under harsh conditions and is widely used in petrochemical and refining environments.
Dew.IQ
A chilled mirror-based analyzer ideal for applications requiring high-accuracy dew point measurement. Useful in QA labs or specific refining units where moisture spec compliance is critical.
These instruments support refining efficiency, minimize operational risks, and help extend the life of expensive catalysts by ensuring moisture is tightly controlled within hydrogen recycle systems.
Food & Material Drying
Precise humidity and moisture control is essential in drying processes to ensure product consistency, reduce energy usage, and maintain safety standards. Whether drying food ingredients, powders, or industrial materials, real-time moisture monitoring helps optimize throughput and quality.
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HygroPro XP
Ideal for inline moisture monitoring in drying tunnels or air supply systems. Its aluminum oxide sensor technology offers reliable and continuous measurements in demanding production environments.
Moisture.IQ
This multichannel analyzer is excellent for tracking multiple drying zones or production lines. It provides advanced trending and alarms to help operators fine-tune drying efficiency and detect deviations in real time.
Air.IQ
Specifically designed for compressed air and ambient air monitoring, Air.IQ is perfect for facilities that rely on dry air for conveying, drying, or packaging processes.
HTZ Temperature & RH Transmitter (Moore Industries)
A dependable sensor for monitoring relative humidity and temperature in drying rooms, ovens, or HVAC ducts. It ensures consistent environmental control and is easily integrated into facility automation systems.
These instruments enable precise control of moisture levels, improving drying consistency, lowering energy costs, and helping maintain compliance with food safety or manufacturing standards.
HVAC & Environmental Control
Accurate humidity and temperature monitoring is vital for maintaining indoor air quality, energy efficiency, and regulatory compliance in HVAC systems and controlled environments. From commercial buildings to cleanrooms, reliable sensors ensure comfort, safety, and system performance.
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HTZ Temperature & RH Transmitter (Moore Industries)
Designed specifically for HVAC and environmental monitoring, this transmitter provides precise RH and temperature data for integration with building automation and process control systems. Ideal for offices, labs, and industrial climate control.
HygroPro XP
A rugged, high-accuracy solution for monitoring moisture in ductwork or air handling systems. Its aluminum oxide sensor is suitable for both indoor environmental control and industrial HVAC applications requiring higher moisture accuracy.
Air.IQ
Tailored for monitoring moisture levels in compressed air systems that feed HVAC or environmental systems. Useful in facilities where dry air distribution is critical for process or product integrity.
Optica & OptiSonde
These chilled mirror analyzers provide high-precision dew point and RH data, ideal for laboratories, environmental test chambers, or pharmaceutical storage environments where absolute accuracy is required.
These instruments support consistent air quality and system efficiency across a range of HVAC and environmental control applications, helping you meet performance goals and regulatory standards.
Pharmaceutical Storage
Maintaining strict humidity and temperature control in pharmaceutical storage is essential for preserving drug efficacy, complying with GMP regulations, and ensuring patient safety. Continuous, accurate monitoring helps protect sensitive compounds from degradation caused by excess moisture or temperature fluctuations.
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HTZ Temperature & RH Transmitter (Moore Industries)
A trusted solution for monitoring ambient conditions in pharmaceutical warehouses, storage rooms, and controlled environments. Easily integrated with building management systems to support compliance and real-time alerting.
Optica & OptiSonde
Chilled mirror analyzers offering laboratory-grade accuracy for relative humidity, dew point, and temperature measurements. Ideal for monitoring climate-controlled chambers, vaccine storage, and stability testing environments where precision is critical.
Air.IQ
Monitors moisture in clean, dry air systems supporting storage and packaging areas. Ensures that air-fed systems maintain low humidity levels critical to pharmaceutical preservation and packaging integrity.
Moisture.IQ
A versatile multi-channel analyzer that can monitor multiple storage zones or systems simultaneously. Offers advanced logging and diagnostics capabilities, ideal for validating storage conditions across large facilities.
These instruments help maintain optimal storage conditions, reduce product spoilage risk, and support data logging and audit-readiness for regulatory compliance in pharmaceutical environments.
Cleanroom & Lab Monitoring
Cleanrooms and laboratories demand exceptionally tight control over humidity and temperature to maintain contamination control, ensure test accuracy, and comply with ISO and GMP environmental standards. Reliable instrumentation is essential for real-time monitoring, data integrity, and regulatory compliance.
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Optica & OptiSonde
High-precision chilled mirror analyzers ideal for trace moisture and dew point measurement in critical environments. Trusted in calibration labs, pharmaceutical testing, and semiconductor cleanrooms where data accuracy is non-negotiable.
HTZ Temperature & RH Transmitter (Moore Industries)
A robust and accurate RH and temperature sensor that integrates seamlessly with lab monitoring systems and environmental control platforms. Ideal for cleanrooms, biotech labs, and sensitive R&D facilities.
Air.IQ
Monitors moisture content in compressed air systems supplying cleanroom environments. Helps maintain dry, contaminant-free air crucial for clean manufacturing processes and sterile conditions.
Moisture.IQ
Multi-channel, multivariable analyzer well-suited for facility-wide monitoring across multiple cleanroom zones or lab spaces. Offers historical logging, alarms, and diagnostics to support audit-readiness and environmental validation.
These instruments support cleanroom classification requirements, safeguard sensitive testing procedures, and help ensure the stability and integrity of research and production environments.
Resources & Calculators
Dew Point Calculator
Understanding the dew point is essential for a wide range of industrial and environmental applications. This Dew Point Calculator helps you determine the temperature at which air becomes saturated with moisture and water vapor begins to condense. By entering the current temperature and relative humidity, you’ll receive the calculated dew point in both Fahrenheit and Celsius.
How it Works
The dew point is the temperature at which air becomes fully saturated with moisture—meaning it can’t hold any more water vapor, and condensation begins to form. This calculator uses the Magnus formula to estimate the dew point based on the current air temperature and relative humidity.
By plugging in those two values, the calculator determines the temperature at which the air would reach 100% relative humidity. This gives you a clear understanding of how close the environment is to forming condensation, which is critical for protecting equipment and maintaining stable environmental conditions.
Behind the scenes, the calculator converts any Fahrenheit inputs to Celsius, applies the dew point formula, and then converts the result back to Fahrenheit if needed—providing the result in both °F and °C for convenience and clarity.
Why It Matters for Instrumentation
Dew point plays a critical role in environments where moisture control is important for the performance, safety, and longevity of equipment:
- Moisture-Sensitive Instruments: Devices like pressure transmitters, analyzers, and flow sensors can be impacted by condensation or high humidity levels. Knowing the dew point helps ensure you're operating in safe, dry conditions.
- Calibration and Maintenance: In calibration labs and test environments, maintaining a stable dew point is essential for accurate readings and preventing corrosion or contamination.
- Compressed Air and Gas Systems: Measuring and managing dew point is vital in systems where dry air is required to avoid damage, freezing, or microbial growth.
- HVAC and Environmental Monitoring: Instruments that regulate or monitor climate conditions use dew point data to optimize performance and ensure comfort or compliance.
Relative Humidity Calculator
This Relative Humidity Calculator helps you determine the percentage of moisture in the air based on two common measurements: ambient temperature and dew point. By entering these values, the calculator uses a proven scientific model to estimate how close the air is to being fully saturated with water vapor—also known as the relative humidity.
How it Works
Relative humidity is calculated using the Magnus formula, which estimates the saturation vapor pressure at different temperatures. The formula compares the current vapor pressure (based on the dew point) to the maximum possible vapor pressure (based on the current temperature), and outputs a percentage.
This is especially useful when only dew point readings are available from instrumentation, and you still need to evaluate moisture conditions for safety or performance.
Why It Matters for Instrumentation
Accurate relative humidity measurements are vital in many industrial and commercial settings, where excess moisture or dry conditions can affect sensitive processes or equipment. This calculator can assist with:
- Monitoring Enclosures & Panels: Ensuring enclosures housing sensitive electronics are kept within safe humidity ranges.
- Cleanroom Compliance: Keeping humidity levels stable in controlled environments like laboratories, semiconductor facilities, or pharma production.
- Process Optimization: In food processing, printing, and plastics manufacturing, where air moisture content can affect product quality.
- Sensor Calibration: Validating or troubleshooting humidity sensor data by cross-referencing known temperature and dew point readings.
Moisture Product Comparison Table
| Product | Measurement Type | Technology | Key Applications | Form Factor | Brand |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora | Trace moisture in gas | TDLAS | Refining, Hydrogen Recycle | Fixed Analyzer | Panametrics |
| HygroPro XP | Moisture in gas | Aluminum Oxide (ALOX) | CDA, HVAC, Drying | Inline Transmitter | Panametrics |
| PM880 | Spot checks, field use | Aluminum Oxide (ALOX) | CDA, Maintenance | Handheld Portable | Panametrics |
| Moisture.IQ | Multichannel analysis | ALOX / Mixed | Refining, Labs, Storage | Rack/Panel Mount | Panametrics |
| Dew.IQ | Dew point, frost point | Chilled Mirror | Labs, QA Testing | Panel Mount | Panametrics |
| Optica & OptiSonde | RH, dew point, temp | Chilled Mirror | Cleanrooms, Labs | Lab Instrument | Panametrics |
| Air.IQ | Moisture in compressed air | ALOX | HVAC, Cleanrooms, CDA | Inline Transmitter | Panametrics |
| HTZ | RH and temperature | Capacitive Polymer | HVAC, Cleanrooms, Storage | Wall/Duct Mount | Moore Industries |
Terms & Definitions
Understanding moisture measurement starts with the right terminology. Below are commonly used terms in the world of moisture sensing and humidity control:
Relative Humidity (RH)
The amount of water vapor present in air expressed as a percentage of the maximum amount the air can hold at a given temperature. RH is temperature-dependent and commonly used in HVAC and environmental monitoring.
Absolute Humidity
The total mass of water vapor present in a given volume of air, typically expressed in grams per cubic meter (g/m³). Unlike RH, absolute humidity is not affected by temperature.
Dew Point
The temperature at which air becomes fully saturated with moisture and condensation begins to form. Dew point is a key measurement in drying, compressed air, and gas processes.
Frost Point
Similar to dew point, but refers to the temperature at which frost forms when water vapor condenses on a surface below freezing.
Wet Bulb Temperature
The lowest temperature that can be reached by evaporating water into the air. Wet bulb readings are used to assess evaporative cooling potential and in psychrometric calculations.
Dry Bulb Temperature
The regular air temperature measured by a standard thermometer. It doesn’t account for moisture content and is often used alongside wet bulb and dew point data.
Enthalpy
A measure of total heat content in the air, combining sensible and latent heat. In HVAC, enthalpy calculations help optimize energy efficiency in heating and cooling systems.
Water Vapor Pressure
The partial pressure exerted by water vapor in a mixture of air and water. It helps determine how close a system is to saturation and plays a role in dew point and humidity calculations.
ALOX (Aluminum Oxide Sensor)
A moisture-sensing technology that uses a porous aluminum oxide layer to detect trace water vapor. Known for fast response and stability, it’s commonly used in industrial gas applications.
TDLAS (Tunable Diode Laser Absorption Spectroscopy)
A highly selective and accurate optical technology used to detect very low levels of moisture in gas. Ideal for hydrogen, natural gas, and specialty gas measurements.
Chilled Mirror
A precision measurement method where a mirror is cooled until condensation forms. The temperature at which this happens is the dew point. Considered a primary standard for humidity measurement.
Capacitive Polymer Sensor
A sensor that measures humidity by detecting changes in electrical capacitance of a polymer layer. Common in HVAC and environmental monitoring due to reliability and low cost.
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