Notification of NCEM business withdrawal.
NTK Compact Emissions Meter
Sensor based exhaust gas measurement system - Direct measurements in the exhaust pipe.
2021.3.1
Notification of NCEM (NTK Compact Emissions Meter) business withdrawal
With the enforcement of the RDE regulation in Europe in 2017, we started the NCEM business as a simple emission measurement device in 2018 and have continued to sell it.
However, due to the recent trend of de-internal combustion engines and stricter regulation values, we have taken measures including corporate efforts, but we are still in a situation where we cannot escape from the slump. Under these circumstances, we regret to say that it is difficult to continue the NCEM business.
We will discontinue the sale of NCEM with our order on April 30, 2021.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused by this decision, and appreciate your understanding in this matter.
As an after-sales-service, we will handle calibration, repair, and repair parts sales until April 30, 2026.
For inquiries regarding after-sales service, please continue to contact the store where you purchased the product.
Inquiries regarding this matter：
ml_ncem-support@mg.ngkntk.co.jp
Sensor based exhaust gas measurement system - Direct measurements in the exhaust pipe.
A compact and user friendly multi-gas measurement system to support engine and vehicle development
The NCEM is a portable and simple measurement instrument for exhaust-gas components NOx, O2, PM, and PN. Because the sensors are directly installed in the exhaust flow, measurements can be performed in real time with fast response. Vehicle data can be acquired through OBD2, therefore, engine information and sensor signals can be sampled simultaneously. In addition, location information during road driving can also be added via GPS. Because the NCEM is equipped with these functions, it can be used as an emission monitoring tool from engine development in the lab to real world driving conditions. The NCEM is not limited to car engines; it can contribute to the development of many types of internal combustion engines.
2021.3.1
Notification of NCEM (NTK Compact Emissions Meter) business withdrawal
With the enforcement of the RDE regulation in Europe in 2017, we started the NCEM business as a simple emission measurement device in 2018 and have continued to sell it.
However, due to the recent trend of de-internal combustion engines and stricter regulation values, we have taken measures including corporate efforts, but we are still in a situation where we cannot escape from the slump. Under these circumstances, we regret to say that it is difficult to continue the NCEM business.
We will discontinue the sale of NCEM with our order on April 30, 2021.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused by this decision, and appreciate your understanding in this matter.
As an after-sales-service, we will handle calibration, repair, and repair parts sales until April 30, 2026.
For inquiries regarding after-sales service, please continue to contact the store where you purchased the product.
Inquiries regarding this matter：ml_ncem-support@mg.ngkntk.co.jp
Apply direct-insertion compact PM / PN sensor
A simple and selectable multi-gas NCEM measurement system to support engine and vehicle development
The NCEM is a portable and simple measurement instrument for exhaust-gas components NOx, O2, PM, and PN. Because the sensors are directly installed in the exhaust flow, measurements can be performed in real time with fast response.
Vehicle data can be acquired through OBD2, therefore, engine information and sensor signals can be sampled simultaneously. In addition, location information during road driving can also be added via GPS.
Because the NCEM is equipped with these functions, it can be used as an emission monitoring tool from engine development in the lab to real world driving conditions. The NCEM is not limited to car engines; it can contribute to the development of many types of internal combustion engines.
Sensor Lineup
PM/PN sensor
The world's first exhaust pipe direct measurement PM/PN sensor (since March 2017) measures with its small and compact construction PM (particulate mass) and PN (particulate number) simultaneously and in real time.
The diffusion charging technology is applied and improved with additional NTK's development experiences.
NOx sensor
At times of increasing demand for NOx measurements, NTK is offering its own NOx sensor for the NCEM. This sensor has 2gas detection chambers to detect both the oxygen and nitrogen oxide concentrations, which enables simultaneous and linear
measurements.
AFR sensor
The AFR sensor uses oxygen ion conductivity of a zirconia solid electrolyte. Exhaust gas is taken into the gas detection chamber, and the oxygen content at this time is detected to enable high precision measurements of the oxygen concentration in the exhaust gas in a linear fashion.
Compact and portable
The NCEM weighs about 1/3 of existing PEMS
Compact
- Can be loaded easily and safely into small spaces, including compact cars
- Can be placed in the cabin for monitoring measurements
Portable
- Can be carried by a single person
*With standard specifications (Main unit + PM/PN module + NOx module + AFR module: 12.5 kg) - Can be loaded and operated by a single person
- The small and light weight reduces the probability of effect on engine load, therefore no effect is observed on emission readings
Easy operation
Good operability when using the NCEM main unit alone
- Data can be saved via on board USB memory port, or optionally with connected PC.
- Short warm-up reduces testing time (About 1/10 of PEMS)
- LCD touchscreen for NCEM operation and data monitoring in real time.
- Data can easily be reviewed on a computer with the NCEM's own software (NCEM Viewer)
- Excellent accessibility to all connecters at the front of the NCEM.
Application areas
Many potential application areas to match with your testing needs
1.Engine evaluation on an engine bench
Directly inserting the sensor into the exhaust pipe makes it possible to measure changes in the concentration of the target substance without delay, and a maximum sampling interval of 10 ms makes it possible to rapidly collect data continuously. Furthermore, the fast response of the sensor is used to optimize the feedback control of the engine.
2.Chassis dyno testing
Measuring the concentration and gas flow rate makes it possible to calculate the exhaust gas emission amount in each driving mode without using a CVS (constant volume sampling) system.
The fast response of the NCEM’s sensors and synchronization with vehicle data via OBD2 make it applicable to engine durability monitoring as well.
3.RDE monitor(RDE = Real Driving Emission)
Setting up a PEMS system can be difficult and time consuming but the ease of use of the NCEM make measurements quick and simple.Both internal and independent test labs have found positive correlation with industry standard equipment.
With on road driving (RDE), the NCEM will have minimal impact on vehicle performance due to its small size and weight. Then NCEM can also simultaneously record vehicle data (OBD2) and location information (Internal GPS) which makes data analysis easier.
Features and Functions
Capable of operating on a stand-alone basis
Modular design
- The user can freely select and expand the measurement parameters and the number of channels
- Sensors and modules are being developed to support a wider range of measurement options
Sensor connections
- Cables can be attached and detached easily
- Sensors are directly inserted into the exhaust pipe
- It is not necessary to draw gas into the main unit because detection occurs at the remote sensors
Liquid crystal display
- Easy operation using a touch panel
- Direct measurement of gas in the exhaust pipe provides real-time results
(A standard gas-cylinder is not required.)
Sensor installation (Image)
Power supply
- A short warm-up reduces testing time
- Both AC and DC power supplies are supported (AC power supply is on the rear.)
External interface
- USB：Data recording via USB flash memory
- OBD2：Consideration of vehicle data
- GPS：Consideration of date, time, and position information
- PC：Waveform display and data recording via a PC connection
- CAN：CAN communication(also INCA)
※All connections are conveniently located on the front panel.
Main-unit specifications
| Item | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Electric supply source |
AC 100 to 240 V or DC 12 to 28 V *1 |
| Power consumption |
AC: about 400 VA (Maximum actual power) *2 DC: about 300 VA (Maximum actual power) |
| External dimensions |
348 (W) × 283 (D) × 284 (H) mm *3 |
| Main-unit weight |
About 9.5 kg *4 |
| Usage environment |
Ambient temperature: -10 to 40°C Humidity: Relative humidity of 85% or less and Absolute humidity of less than 30 g/m3 Non condensing |
| External I/F | CAN (Complies with ISO11898), USB (PC connection), OBD2 (ISO15765, SAEJ1979), GPS, Analog input (1ch) |
- *1：A power source of DC 13 V or higher is recommended. When the power source is less than DC 13 V, NOx and AFRsensors may not be active depending on usage conditions, such as when the flow rate is fast.
- *2：Peak value when a maximum of 8 NOx or AFRsensors were controlled.
The power consumption of the main unit only is about 6 VA. - *3：Dimensions exclude the handle and fixtures to secure belts.
- *4：Main unit only; does not include modules.
Module specifications
| Module | Weight | Power consumption *1 |
Output signals *2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sig. name | Range | |||
| NOx/O2 module |
About 0.7kg | About 21 VA (About 56 VA) |
NOx O2 |
0 to 3000ppm 0 to 21% |
| AFR (O2) module |
About 0.7kg | About 21 VA (About 56 VA) |
O2 A/F |
0 to 21% 9 to 20 |
| PM/PN module |
About 1.9kg | About 13 VA | PM PN |
0 to 60mg/m3 0 to 1.0×108＃/cm3 |
| PM/PN EX module |
About 2.9kg | About 50 VA | PM PN |
0 to 300mg/m3 0 to 1.0×109＃/cm3 |
- *1：Maximum power starts during NCEM warm-up.
- *2：Signal of the module is output via CAN of the main unit. Also saved to USBflash memory.
Also output from the analog output terminal in the range of 0-5 V.
Part-number list
| Name | Number |
|---|---|
| NCEM main unit set | EPA0030-WW002 |
| PM/PN module | EPA0035-WW001 |
| PM/PN EX module | EPA0035-WW002 |
| NOx/O2 module | EPA0036-WW001 |
| AFR (O2) module | EPA0037-WW001 |
| PM/PN sensor | EPA0032-WW002 |
| NOx sensor | EPA0033-WW001 |
| AFR sensor | EPA0034-WW001 |
| NOx sensor junction cable | EPA0040-WW001 |
| AFR sensor junction cable | EPA0042-WW001 |
| Name | Number |
|---|---|
| AC power supply cable | EPA0012-WW001 (A-type) |
| EPA0012-WW002 (SE-type) | |
| EPA0012-WW003 (BF-type) | |
| Sensor gasket | EPA0043-WW001 |
NOx&AFR sensor boss/plug |
EPA0045-WW001 |
| PM/PN sensor boss/plug | EPA0046-WW002 |
| PM/PN sensor cleaning kit | EPA0031-WW001 |
| DC cable with relay | EPA0059-WW002 |
(*) For other consumables, check the parts list of the instruction manual.