
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

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.

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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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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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Food & Material Drying
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HVAC & Environmental Control
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Pharmaceutical Storage
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Cleanroom & Lab Monitoring
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Resources & Calculators
Dew Point Calculator
- 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
- 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 |
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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: