Overview
Housed within an IP54 rugged enclosure, the F-Gas Detector is suitable for use in non-hazardous areas such as plant or switchgear rooms.
In addition to protecting personnel from toxic gas risks, installing the F-Gas detector also helps to reduce the risk of leakage of powerful ‘greenhouse gases’ into the environment.
Accurate and reliable
- Superior IR sensor technology – provides fast, stable and dependable performance with low maintenance and long life. Unlike cheaper semi-conductor type sensors the F-Gas detector is not affected by other types of gas or changes in temperature or humidity
Simple and versatile
- Tri-coloured LED’s – indicate the operating status of the detector, and in combination with the function keys, facilitate simple adjustments such as zero and calibration
- Choice of output signals – the analogue output signal can be set as 4-20mA, 0-20mA, 0-2V, 0-5V or 0-10Vdc for compatibility with virtually any control system
Long life with low maintenance costs
- No consumable parts – provides many years of service with no requirement to replace the sensor or any other components
- Simple to test – requires a bi-annual gas check only. Re-calibration is only necessary if readings are out of range
- IP54 rated enclosure – provides good protection from dust and water ingress in indoor environments
Safety and compliance
- F-Gas regulations compatible – enables F-Gas suppliers and user to comply with the mandatory European F-Gas regulations
- Rapid gas leak detection – provides an early warning that gas is leaking and thus maintains system efficiency and reduces expensive gas replacement costs
- Environmental protection – helps to reduce the risk of leakage of powerful ‘greenhouse gases’ into the environment.
Specifications
Size | 151 x 80 x 60mm (5.9 x 3.1 x 2.4ins) (Total size with cable gland: 151mm x 102mm x 60mm) |
Weight | 0.25kg (8.8oz) |
Ingress protection | IP54 |
Measuring principle | Non-dispersive infrared (NDIR) |
Range | 0-1000 ppm |
Resolution | 1ppm |
Power | 12-28Vdc |
Analogue output | 4-20mA current source (can be set to 0-20mA, 0-2V, 0-5V or 0-10V) |
Operating temperature | -20°C to +40°C |
Humidity | 10 to 95% RH non-condensing |
Repeatability | +/- 1% FSD |
Linearity | +/- 2% FSD |
Start up time | <120 seconds |
Response time | 30 seconds approx |
Pressure | 800-1200mBar |
Approvals | EMC: EN5027 |
Refrigerent Gas options
Insulating gas:
FGas | Name | Measuring range |
SF6 | Sulphur hexaflouride | 1000ppm |