Industrial BTG MEK-2400 Consistency Transmitter

The BTG MEK-2400 Consistency Transmitter is a rotating, inline sensor designed to measure the solids content (consistency) of pulp suspensions, a core tool in pulp and paper processing for maintaining product quality. It covers a typical consistency range of 1% to 16%, and is part of BTG’s MEK family, which BTG describes as the world’s best-selling consistency transmitter with tens of thousands of units deployed and an MTBF around 6.4 years, with lifetimes commonly exceeding 15 years under regular maintenance. The MEK-2400 configuration is specified for 24 V operation and is commonly paired with a JCT-1100/A junction box, as reflected in available MEK-2400 listings. The MEK lineage employs a rotating shaft mechanism—outer drive shaft and inner measurement shaft—with a rotating sensing element and a cog/reading arrangement that provides continuous concentration data to process controllers. This design supports reliable, continuous operation in demanding environments and is widely used in pulp mills to monitor consistency during production, helping to stabilize product uniformity and process efficiency. In practice, BTG highlights the MEK’s reliability, ruggedness, and long service life, reinforcing its role as a foundational instrument for consistent quality in the pulp and paper industry.