Revolutionizing Water and Coolant Quality Monitoring in the AI Era

As data centers continue to evolve into the nerve centers of artificial intelligence (AI) operations, maintaining efficient cooling and water management systems has never been more critical.
Poor water quality in Chilled Distribution Units (CDUs) and closed-loop cooling systems can cause corrosion, biofouling, and scaling, reducing thermal efficiency and risking system downtime.

That’s where Pyxis Lab® Smart Sensors redefine precision monitoring. These next-generation inline instruments provide real-time visibility into water chemistry for data centers, helping operators ensure optimal performance, energy efficiency, and reliability.

Pyxis Lab® Smart Sensor Innovations

Smarter Water Quality Monitoring for Critical Infrastructure

Pyxis Lab®, Inc. is a global leader in advanced water monitoring and analysis technology, specializing in the design and manufacture of smart inline sensors, handheld analytical devices, and fluorescent tracing chemicals.
Their products are trusted across industries — including AI data centers, industrial water treatment, and HVAC cooling systems — to maintain stable, efficient, and contamination-free water quality.

Focusing on expanded detection ranges, lower detection limits, and direct digital communication, Pyxis Lab® has modernized how water is measured and managed in mission-critical applications.

Headquartered near Houston, Texas, with offices in Spain and China, Pyxis Lab® supports more than 25,000 installations worldwide, helping facilities achieve smarter fluid management, chemical dosing precision, and process control efficiency.

Integrated Smart Sensor Platform for Data Centers

The Pyxis Lab® Inline Smart Sensor Platform is purpose-built for continuous monitoring of coolant and water chemistry in data center CDU circuits and chilled water loops.

Each sensor is designed for plug-and-play integration with existing control systems and offers:

• Built-in Transmitter Design – Electronics are fully integrated within the sensor body and PCB, eliminating the need for external transmitters or displays.

• Direct Communication Protocols – Output via 4–20 mA analog or RS-485 (Modbus RTU) for seamless integration with PLC, DCS, or BMS systems.

• Low-Power Efficiency – Operates on 24 V DC at less than 1.5 W, ideal for energy-conscious data center environments.

• Smart Connectivity – Compatible with the uPyxis 2.0 App for Bluetooth or USB digital diagnostics, quick calibration, and configuration.

This simplified architecture reduces installation time, eliminates unnecessary components, and provides instant access to live water-quality data—a must-have for data centers optimizing uptime and thermal performance.

Built for Durability and High-Pressure Environments

Constructed from 316L stainless steel, Pyxis Lab® sensors are engineered to thrive in demanding industrial and data center cooling environments. Rated for pressures up to 290 psi, they can be installed in the ST-009 series stainless-steel flow assemblies, which streamline installation and make calibration or replacement effortless.

These materials are fully compatible with modern cooling fluids and inhibitors, making them ideal for all critical water systems, including:

• Condenser Water Systems (CWS)

• Facilities Water Systems (FWS)

• Technology Cooling Systems (TCS)

The design allows sensors to be removed or serviced without disrupting operation — maximizing uptime and maintaining consistent measurement accuracy.

Intelligent Fluid Management for AI Data Centers

As AI computing infrastructure expands, cooling loads and heat densities rise dramatically. Pyxis Lab® sensors empower data center engineers to maintain perfect water chemistry balance, safeguarding equipment from corrosion, fouling, and efficiency loss.

From pH and ORP to turbidity, conductivity, corrosion rate, tracer concentration, and dissolved oxygen, Pyxis Lab® provides a full suite of smart sensors designed to ensure reliable, real-time analytics within every critical water loop.

These sensors integrate seamlessly with existing monitoring and control systems, providing actionable data for proactive maintenance, predictive insights, and optimized chemical feed control.

Pyxis Lab® Smart Sensor Product Line

Below is a reference table of popular Pyxis Lab® Smart Sensors available from Cannon Water Technology, complete with direct product links for easy browsing and ordering.

Why Choose Pyxis Lab® Sensors for Data Center Cooling Systems

• Proven Performance: Installed in thousands of facilities across the globe.

• Easy Integration: No need for external transmitters or displays.

• Energy Efficient: Ultra-low power draw for continuous operation.

• Durable Construction: Stainless steel build withstands high-pressure, high-temperature conditions.

• Comprehensive Monitoring: Measure corrosion, conductivity, turbidity, pH, ORP, tracers, and more.

• IoT-Ready: Fully compatible with digital data platforms for remote monitoring and control.

Pyxis Lab® Smart Sensors provide the data intelligence that today’s AI-driven facilities demand — combining durability, precision, and connectivity to support the next generation of high-efficiency liquid cooling systems.

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