Apparatus and method for monitoring fluorine ions

Abstract

An apparatus and a method for determining concentration of fluorine ions in aqueous solutions are provided. In the apparatus, a pH sensor is provided for sensing a pH value of an aqueous solution to be determined. A pH controller is then used to compare the pH value determined with stored pH data to determine whether the aqueous solution is acidic or alkalinic. An acid dispenser or a base dispenser is then used to dispense either an acid or a base into the pH adjustment tank for adjusting the pH value of the aqueous solution to within a desirable range. For instance, for the detection of fluorine ions, a suitable pH range is between about 4 and about 10. After the pH value is stabilized in the aqueous solution, a fluorine ion sensor may be used to sense the fluorine ion concentration in the aqueous solution. A common acid and base which may be used to bring the pH value within the desirable range may be H2SO4 and NaOH.

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