SPINCath is an automatic
monitoring system
of the tank cathodic protection.

SPINCath continuously monitors the cathodic protection system of LPG tanks and transmits collected data to the cloud via either an Android terminal or a SPINLevel device.

Designed to be easy to install as a replacement for a cathodic protection junction box, SPINCath is self-powered, with more than 5 years of expected lifespan. It also features replaceable batteries to further extend its operational life ensuring continued efficiency and sustainability.

The SPINCath device is designed and fully compliant with the most recent European Directives like ATEX (2014/34/EU), RED (2014/53/EU) and EMC (2014/30/EU).

Specifically engineered for LPG tanks, SPINCath automates cathodic protection measurements, capturing current and voltage data continuously and recording these values automatically.

Collected data is stored locally on the device and uploaded to the SPINSrv cloud software through an Android terminal equipped with the SPIN•APP or via the SPINLevel device.

SPINCath is powered by two easily accessible, commercially available batteries, delivering a lifespan of over five years, depending on usage and environmental conditions. Designed with ease of replacement and your return on investment (ROI) in mind, SPINCath ensures minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.

While SPINCath integrates seamlessly with SPINSrv, operators can still manually measure cathodic protection parameters when necessary.

SPINCath Features

  • MCU 32-bit ARM Cortex-M33 core with  Hardware Cryptographic Acceleration

  • BLE 5.2 with OTA functionality for remote updates

  • Flash memory for local storage of events

  • Real Time Clock with a maximum error of less than 15 minutes/year a ambient temperature

  • Autonomy + 5 years (depends on use and environmental conditions)

  • Completely self-powered (replaceable batteries)

  • Database for cathodic monitoring, events storage, system control

  • Mobile APP (Android 6.0 or higher) for end-users

  • Encrypted data transmission

  • BLE communication with SPINLevel tank level meter.

  • Test performed by voltage and current readings

SPINCath Advantages

▪ Elimination of logistical cost:

with SPINCath, there is no need to deploy technical personnel to perform measurements on the LPG tank, significantly reducing operational expenses.

▪ Guaranteed accuracy of results:

SPINCath eliminates the risks of losing manually recorded measurements or data transcription errors, ensuring reliable data collection every time.

▪ Immediate analysis of the LPG tank pool:

thanks to data transfer, the status of every LPG tank in the territory is readily available and can be verified at any moment.

▪ Statistics at your fingertips:

all recorded values are centralized on the SPINSrv cloud platform, offering seamless integrations, comprehensive data analysis, and actionable insights. Accessible anytime and anywhere, this platform streamlines remote data collection with user-friendly optimization.

▪ Transition 4.0:

SPINCath, SPINLevel and SPINCap are specifically designed to support Transition 4.0 initiatives (Italian Law 232/2016, known as “Industry 4.0”), aligning with modern standards and fostering technological advancement.

SPINSrv integration characteristics

The SPINSrv data collection platform allows you to monitor events generated by each SPINCath on the field. Events are securely stored on the cloud-based platform, allowing users to access and analyze data and insights anytime, anywhere. The platform offers an optimized, user-friendly interface for remote management of cathodic protection systems installed on LPG tanks.

The recorded events include:

  • Date and time
  • Battery charge level
  • Current and voltage measurements
  • Cathodic protection system status
  • Alarms and warnings
  • Activity logs
  • Historical trend
  • And more…

SPINSrv is designed to extend the type and quantity of recorded events (i.e. data collected from additional devices) and to install plug-ins for data analysis. SPINSrv also provides actionable insights and detailed statistics, which are easily filterable and customizable to best suit specific requirements.