How does the lifetime cost of ownership of the Paracube and electrochemical sensor compare?
The Paracube offers a lower cost of ownership than that of the electrochemical sensor. The Paracube does not require replacing, and needs fewer calibrations. The lifetime of a typical electrochemical sensor is reduced by exposure to oxygen and elevated temperature. Its performance will degrade over time, and the output of the sensor can drift significantly over the course of even a day. This means that the electrochemical sensor must be replaced several times during the lifetime of the equipment, and needs frequent calibration. The lifetime of the Paracube is independent of factors such as the oxygen concentration and operating temperature. Its high stability reduces the need to calibrate frequently, and there is no deterioration of its performance throughout the lifetime of the equipment.
