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DrägerSensor® & Portable Instruments Handbook
2nd Edition
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DrägerSensor® & GasDection Devices Handbook
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DrägerSensor® & Portable Instruments Handbook
2nd Edition
Dräger Safety AG & Co. KGaA
Lübeck, Germany
2011
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DrägerSensor® & Portable Instruments Handbook
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This handbook is intended to be a reference for the users of portable gas detection. The information has been compiled to the best of our knowledge. However, the Dräger organization is not responsible for any consequence or accident which may occur as the result of misuse or misinterpretation of the information contained in this handbook.
The instructions for use may not always correspond to the data given in this book. For a full
understanding of the performance characteristics of the measurement devices and for the
use of Dräger products, only the instructions of use enclosed with the product shall apply
and any inconsistencies between this handbook and the instructions for use shall be resolved in favour of the instructions for use. The user should carefully read and fully understand
the instructions for use prior to the use of the measurement devices.
The use of descriptive names, trade names, trademarks, etc., even if not explicitly marked,
does not justify the assumption that such names are exempt from trademark and brand protection and therefore may be used freely by anyone.
Technical data is subject to modifications.
Publisher: Dräger Safety AG & Co. KGaA
DrägerSensor® & Portable Instruments Handbook
Lübeck, Germany
2009
© 2009 Dräger Safety AG & Co. KGaA
Revalstrasse 1 · 23560 Lübeck · Germany
All rights reserved, in particular the right of reproduction,
dissemination, and translation.
Printed in Germany
Press date: 2012
ISBN 978-3-00-030827-7
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Contents
CONTENTS
1
Foreword
2
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
2.8
2.9
Properties of dangerous gases and vapors
Gases – what is a gaseous matter?
Vapors – aren’t they gases, too?
Our atmosphere
Ex, Ox, Tox – gas hazards!
Toxic gases and vapors
Flammable gases and vapors
LEL and preventative explosion protection
Flash point of flammable liquids
Concentration and their calculation
8
8
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10
12
13
14
16
17
18
3
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.7
3.8
Introduction to portable instruments
Application areas for portable gas detection
Requirements for gas detection instruments
Explosion protection
ATEX 137 – directive 1999/92/EC
ATEX 95 – directive 94/9/EC
Laws and regulations in USA, Canada, and Mexico
Single-gas measuring instruments
Multi-gas measuring instruments
19
19
21
23
24
26
30
36
44
4
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6
Introduction to sensor technology
Selecting the proper measurement method
Overview of detectable vapors and gases
Dräger CatEx sensors
Dräger infrared sensors
Dräger PID sensors
Electrochemical sensors
DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XXS
Explanation to the sensor data
4.7
7
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67
68
86
108
128
132
134
204
268
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5
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
5.6
5.7
5.8
5.9
5.10
5.11
5.12
Accessories
Introduction
Equipment for calibration and function tests
Basic test with gas
Dräger Bump Test Station
Dräger E-Cal – the workshop solution
Calibration gases
Regulator valves
Pumps
Probes
Extension hoses
Dräger CC-Vision
Dräger GasVision
272
273
273
274
274
275
276
277
278
278
281
283
283
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Foreword
Gas-Vision
E-Cal®
Calibrations and
Test System
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Pump X-am® 125
CC
Tubes
CC -
Pac® 3500
Pac® 5500
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Test Gases
MultiPID 2
(suitable for leakage
detection)
X-am® 3000
Probes
X-am® 5000
Dräger® Sensors
X-am® 5600
Pump- and
calibration adapter
Are
X-am® 7000
(suitable for leakage
detection)
a M o n ito ri n g
X-zone® 5000
X-am® 7000
(combined with
X-am® 5000 or X-am® 5600)
X-zone®
Inductive Charger
X-zone® 5000
attenuation ring
DrägerService®
Bump Test
Station
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1 Foreword
Dear Readers,
So here it is – first edition of the DrägerSensor® & Portable Instruments Handbook. While
creating this new handbook, we had our current customers in mind as well as prospective
customers – and also our own staff. We gathered our own expertise together with some
general principles and guidelines from the areas in which portable Portable Instrumentsare
used. We hope that this will shed some light on the many and varied aspects of our sensors
and portable gas detectors, so as to increase the safety in your place of work.
Dräger has been involved for decades in the development and production of gas detection
sensors and portable gas detection devices. This is a subject area in motion – “panta rhei,”
as Heraclitus would have said – and the development is ongoing. Lots of innovative ideas
have found their way into patents for sensors and gas detection devices. We have worked
through, and continue to work through, lots of learning curves. And that is why it is always
of tremendous benefit to gather the experience we have in the field of instrumentation
together with our expertize in the development of sensors within one company. The demands
placed on gas detection by the numerous standards and regulations are becoming more and
more complex.
We are continually having to adjust in order to increase safety levels and protect people’s lives.
We hope that this handbook will provide you with a tool which will give you a quick, clear
overview of the technologies we use – right down to the details.
May this book prove to be a dependable companion!
With best regards,
Ulf Ostermann
Portfolio Manager, Portable Instruments
P.S. A special thank to all the hard-working people who helped to produce this handbook.
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Properties of dangerous gases and vapors
2 Properties of dangerous gases and vapors
Flammable and toxic gases and vapors occur in many areas. It is important to recognize
the danger they pose – and that is the purpose of gas detection and warning devices.
This handbook is meant to give a basic introduction to gas detection technology,
measuring principles and safety concerns.
2.1 Gases – what is a gaseous matter?
Matter at a temperature above its boiling point is referred to as a gas. In terms of the
normal human environment, this means that all those substances whose boiling points
at normal atmospheric pressure are below 20°C (68° F), are gases. The lightest gas is
hydrogen (H2, fourteen times lighter than air), the heaviest gas (around ten times
heavier than air) is tungsten hexafluoride (WF6).
Under normal conditions, one cubic centimeter of gas contains thirty trillion molecules, whose
average distance from one another is only around 3 nanometers. They move through space
at between several hundred and several thousand meters per second but, at the same time,
they collide with other molecules many billions of times each second. With the result that they
only cover around 50–100 nanometers between impacts, and they continuously change their
direction and transfer energy to the other molecules with which they collide.
The result is a completely random molecular motion which in macroscopic terms can be
measured as temperature (average kinetic energy of all the molecules) and pressure (the
average force exerted on a surface by all the molecules hitting it), as well as volume (spatial
extent). Pressure, temperature, and volume are always in a fixed relationship to one
another, which is governed by external conditions. In an ideal situation, they obey what is
known as the “ideal gas law,” namely:
– At a constant pressure, their volume changes in proportion to their temperature –
their volume increases when heated;
– If the volume remains the same (for example, in a closed container), then their
pressure changes in proportion to their temperature – for example, the pressure inside
a container increases when heated;
– At a constant temperature, pressure changes inversely proportion to volume –
for instance, the interior pressure rises when gas is compressed.
The extremely fast random movement of gas molecules is also the reason why they mix freely
with other gases, never to become seperated again. This molecular behavior also explains the
tendency of molecules to become less concentrated (diffusion), something which plays an important role in gas detection technology. Generally speaking, these processes become
faster, the more quickly the molecules move (in other words, the hotter the gas is) and the
lighter the molecules are (in other words, the lighter the gas is).
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2.2 Vapors – aren’t they gases, too?
Unlike gas – of which there are only perhaps between 200 to 300 – the word vapor is
used to describe the gaseous state of a material below its boiling point. Vapor is
always in equilibrium with its fluid (and sometimes solid) phase – it condenses and
vaporizes according to the temperature. This is most familiar to us with water; when
moist air near the ground cools down at night, ground mist forms (condensation) – but
the warmth of the morning sun dissipates the mist (evaporation).
In a closed container, a maximum vapor concentration always exists above the surface of a
liquid, and this concentration is dependent on the temperature of the liquid. On a
microscopic level, the vapor is a result of the random movement of the liquid’s molecules
combined with their ability to overcome the surface tension and mix with the air molecules
above the surface.
Every liquid has a certain characteristic vapor pressure, which depends on its temperature and
reaches atmospheric pressure when the liquid reaches its boiling point. A graphic depiction
of this relationship is known as a vapor pressure curve, and it shows the maximum possible
vapor concentration at any given temperature.
Vapor pressure curve of liquid n-hexane
300
hPa
250
200
150
ST-1099-2008
100
50
0
-10
-5
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35 ° C
If you divide the maximum possible vapor pressure by the ambient pressure, you are given
the saturation concentration in Vol.-% (volume percent). Hexane gas at 20°C or 68° F (vapor
pressure 162 hPa or 2.35 psi) and an ambient pressure of 1,000 hPa (14.5 psi) has a
maximum possible concentration of 16.2 Vol.-%.
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Properties of dangerous gases and vapors
2.3 Our atmosphere
Our atmosphere extends far out into space, getting less dense the more it stretches.
The blue color of the sky is caused by the scattering of the sun’s rays on the air
molecules in the atmosphere. The sky is actually already black by the time you reach
a height of around 21 km (13 miles). If you were to subject the entire atmosphere to
an even pressure of 1013 hPa (14.7 psi), then it would only be 8 km (5 miles) high, and
the UV-absorbing stratospheric ozone layer would be a mere 3 mm (0.11 in.) high.
Typical composition of the earth’s atmosphere in ppm:
Composition
Gas
Principal gases
N2 – nitrogen
O2 – oxygen
H2O – water vapor
Ar – argon
CO2 – carbon dioxide
Trace gases
Ne – neon
He – helium
CH4 – methane
Kr – krypton
H2 – hydrogen
N2O – nitrous oxide
CO – carbon monoxide
Xe – xenon
O3 – ozone
Other trace gases
Total
dry
humid
780,840
209,450
0
9,340
340
768,543
206,152
15,748
9,193
335
18
5
1.8
1.1
0.5
0.3
0.09
0.09
0.07
3.05
1,000,000
18
5
1.8
1.1
0.5
0.3
0.09
0.09
0.07
3.0
1,000,000
1 Vol.-% = 10,000 ppm; assumption for humid air: 68% r.h. at 20°C (68°F)
The earth’s atmosphere has a mass of around 5 quadrillion metric tons (5.235 × 1018 kg),
which weighs down on an area on the earth's surface of 0.507 × 1015 m2. This creates an
atmospheric pressure on the earth’s surface of 10,325 kg/m2, which corresponds to normal
atmospheric pressure: 1,013 hPa (14.7 psi). Atmospheric pressure decreases with increasing
altitude:
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Altitude m/ft.
Atmospheric pressure
hPa/psi
-1.000 (-3280.8)
1.148 (16.6)
-500 (-1640.4)
1.078 (15.6)
0 (0)
1.013 (14.7)
500 (1640.4)
952 (13.8)
1.000 (3280.8)
900 (13.1)
1.500 (4921.2)
840 (12.2)
Altitude m/ft. Atmospheric pressure
hPa/psi
2.000 (6.561,7)
795 (11.5)
3.000 (9.842,5)
701 (10.2)
4.000 (13.123,3)
616 (8.9)
5.000 (16.404,2)
540 (7.8)
6.000 (19.685,0)
472 (6.8)
8.000 (26.246,7)
356 (5.2)
The number of molecules in a given volume decreases with decreasing atmospheric pressure,
which means that the results produced by partial pressure-measuring sensors are always
dependent on the atmospheric pressure.
More than 78 Vol.-% of the earth’s atmosphere is nitrogen, which is fully inert, and although
available in excess, can not even be used as a much-needed fertilizer for plants. In contrast,
highly reactive oxygen is fundamental to our breathing – more than that: it is the foundation
of almost all life.
Just under 21 Vol.-% of the atmosphere is oxygen. A lack of oxygen is life-threatening – and
cannot be perceived by the human senses.
Oxygen deficiency is generally caused by the release of an inert gas, which then in turn
displace oxygen. Since the atmosphere is only around one fifth oxygen, the oxygen
concentration is only reduced by around one fifth of the concentration of the inert gas. For
example, if 10 Vol.-% of helium is released into the air then oxygen is reduced by 2 Vol.-% and
the level of nitrogen by 8 Vol.-%. Because liquid nitrogen (–196°C or –321°F) is frequently
used in industry, its evaporation can quickly cause a dangerous oxygen deficiency.
Oxygen enrichment (e.g. more than 25 Vol.-%) cannot be perceived by humans, but have
severe consequences with respect to the flammability of materials, and may even cause autoignition. This is why explosion protection relates exclusively to atmospheric oxygen concentration.
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Properties of dangerous gases and vapors
At what level does it become dangerous?
Oxygen
concentration
in Vol.-%
Less than 17
Oxygen
partial pressure
in hPa/psi
Less than 170/2.5
11 to 14
110 to 140/1.6 to 2.0
8 to 11
80 to 110/1.2 to 2.0
6 to 8
60 to 80/0.9 to 1.2
Less than 6
Less than 60/0.9
Symptoms
Early stage of danger
due to oxygen deficiency
Unnoticed decrease in physical and
mental performance
Possible sudden loss of
consciousness without warning
after a certain period of exposure
Loss of consciousness within a few
minutes – resuscitation possible if
performed instantly
Immediate loss of consciousness
2.4 Ex, Ox, Tox – gas hazards!
Gases and vapors are almost always dangerous. If gases are not present in the
atmospheric composition to which we are accustomed and which we can breathe,
then safe breathing is threatened. Furthermore, all gases are potentially dangerous in
their liquid, compressed, or normal state – the decisive factor is their concentration.
There are basically three categories of risk:
– Risk of explosion (ex) caused by flammable gases
– Oxygen (ox)
Risk of suffocation through oxygen deficiency
Risk of increased flammability due to oxygen enrichment
– Risk of poisoning (tox) by toxic gases
Without equipment to assist, mankind is not in a position to detect these risks early enough
to enable preventative steps from being taken. And, with a few exceptions, our nose has
proven an extremely unreliable warning instrument.
For example, hydrogen sulfide can be detected in low concentrations because it smells of
rotten eggs. However, the nose can no longer perceive the lethal, high concentrations of
hydrogen sulfide. Many fatal accidents have occured because people have fled into what they
thought was the safe, odour-free area.
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Even harmless gases such as argon, helium or nitrogen can also become dangerous if they
are suddenly released, displacing the oxygen that is essential to life. Then there is risk of
suffocation. An oxygen concentration of less than six Vol.-% is deadly. An excess of oxygen
increases the risk of fire, and can even cause flammable materials to self-ignite. By igniting,
flammable gases and vapors can not only cause considerable damage to industrial plants and
equipment, they can also threaten people’s lives.
Therefore, it is essential to be able to detect Ex, Ox and Tox risks reliably, and to protect
human life, industrial plants and equipment, as well as the environment by taking the
appropriate measures. Whether Dräger-Tubes® or portable gas detectors, Dräger offers you
individual solutions that meet your needs and enable you to counter gas risks professionally.
2.5 Toxic gases and vapors
The toxicity of gases and vapors used in industrial processes is defined in laboratory
experiments by determining the LC50 rate. On that basis, and together with other
scientific tests and experiments relating to occupational health at the workplace,
authorized commissions in several countries make recommendations of limit values,
which are legally binding. In Germany, this is the Federal Institute for Occupational
safety and Health (BAuA).
This maximum allowable concentration in the air means that workers will not suffer any
detrimental affects to their health if they spend their entire working lives breathing in gas concentrations, which do not exceed that level. This, however, must be assured.
Limit
value
5,000 ppm
1,000 ppm
500 ppm
200 ppm
100 ppm
50 ppm
20 ppm
10 ppm
5 ppm
1 ppm
500 ppb
200 ppb
100 ppb
50 ppb
10 ppb
Selected substances
to which this limit value applies
carbon dioxide
propane, butane
acetone
methyl ethyl ketone (MEK)
butanol
n-hexane, toluene
acetonitrile
chlorobenzene
diethylamine
1.1.2.2-tetrachloroethane
chlorine
methyl chlorformate
chlorine dioxide
glutaraldehyde
methyl isocyanate
Status 2010, according to TRGS 900 (Germany)
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Properties of dangerous gases and vapors
T+ Very toxic
LC50 < 0.5 g/m3
Arsine, boron trichloride, boron trifluoride, bromine, diborane, fluorine, hydrogen cyanide,
hydrogen fluoride, hydrogen phosphide, hydrogen sulfide, nitrogen dioxide, nitrogen
monoxide, ozone, phosgene, sulfur tetrafluoride, tungsten hexafluoride
T Toxic
LC50 = 0.5 ... 2.0 g/m3
Acetonitrile, ammonia, benzene, carbon disulfide, carbon monoxide, chlorine, cyanogen,
hydrogen chloride, methanol, methyl bromide, nitrogen trifluoride, sulfur dioxide
LC50 (LC stands for “lethal concentration”) is the gas concentration in air, which – when inhaled over a given time period (usually four hours)
– kills 50% of experimental animals (normally white laboratory rats).
2.6 Flammable gases and vapors
Flammable gases become more dangerous when they have a relatively low LEL (lower
explosion limit) or flash point. The flash point is defined by the liquid's temeraturedependent vapor pressure and it's LEL.
Vapor
LEL
Vol.-%
acetone
2.5
acrylonitrile
2.8
benzene
1.2
n-butanol
1.7
n-butyl acetate
1.2
n-butyl acrylate
1.2
chlorobenzene
1.3
cyclohexane
1.0
cyclopentane
1.4
1.2-dichloroethane (EDC)
6.2
diethyl ether
1.7
1.4-dioxane
1.9
epichlorhydrin
2.3
ethanol
3.1
ethyl acetate
2.0
ethylbenzene
1.0
n-hexane
1.0
methanol
6.0
1-methoxy-2-propanol
1.8
methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) 1.5
methyl methacrylate
1.7
n-nonane
0.7
n-octane
0.8
n-pentane
1.4
LEL Flash point
Vapor pressure
Ignition temp.
g/m3
in °C/°F at 20°C (68° F) in mbar in °C/°F
60.5 < –20/–4
246
535/995
61.9
–5/23
117
480/896
39.1
–11/12
100
555/1031
52.5
35/95
7
325/617
58.1
27/81
11
390/734
64.1
37/99
5
275/527
61.0
28/82
12
590/1094
35.1
–18/–0,4
104
260/500
40.9
–51/–60
346
320/608
255.7
13/55
87
440/824
52.5
–40/–40
586
175/374
69.7
11/52
38
375/707
88.6
28/82
16
385/725
59.5
12/54
58
400/752
73.4
–4/25
98
470/878
44.3
23/73
10
430/806
35.9
–22/–8
160
240/464
80.0
9/48
129
440/824
67.6
32/90
12
270/518
45.1
–10/14
105
475/887
70.9
10/50
40
430/806
37.4
31/88
5
205/401
38.1
12/54
14
205/401
42.1
–40/–40
562
260/500
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Vapor
LEL
Vol.-%
i-propanol (IPA)
2.0
propylene oxide
1.9
styrol
1.0
tetrahydrofuran (THF)
1.5
toluene
1.1
xylene (isomer mixture) 1.0
Gas
acetylene
ammonia
1,3-butadiene
dimethyl ether
ethene (ethylene)
ethylene oxide
hydrogen
i-butane
methane
methyl chloride
n-butane
n-butene (butylene)
propane
propene (propylene)
LEL Flash point
g/m3
in °C/°F
50.1
12/54
46.0
–37/–35
43.4
32/90
45.1
–20/–4
42.2
6/43
44.3
25/77
LEL
Vol.-%
2.3
15.4
1.4
2.7
2.4
2.6
4.0
1.5
4.4
7.6
1.4
1.2
1.7
1.8
Vapor pressure Ignition temperature
at 20°C in mbar
in °C/°F
43
425/797
588
430/806
7
490/914
200
230/446
29
535/995
7
465/869
LEL
g/m3
24.9
109.1
31.6
51.9
28.1
47.8
3.3
36.3
29.3
159.9
33.9
28,1
31.2
31.6
Only flammable liquids have a flash point.
By definition, flammable gases do not have a flash point.
Ignition
temperature in °C/°F
305/581
630/1166
415/779
240/464
440/824
435/815
560/1040
460/860
595/1103
625/1157
365/689
360/680
470/878
485/905
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Properties of dangerous gases and vapors
2.7 LEL and preventative explosion protection
Flammable gases and vapors can form ignitable mixtures when combined with air, but
the ratio of flammable gas to oxygen (or air) must lie within certain limits.
The lower explosion limit (LEL) is defined as the concentration
of combustion gas (stated in Vol.-%) at which, under
standardized conditions, the gas-air mixture can be ignited and
will continue to burn on its own accord. The LEL of all known
flammable gases and vapors lies in a range of approximately
0.5 to 15 Vol.-%. The LEL of hydrogen in air, for instance, is
4 Vol.-%. Accordingly, a gas sample containing
2 Vol.-% of hydrogen in air can definitely not be ignited.
15.5 Vol%
Ammonia
15.0 Vol%
11.0 Vol%
Carbon monoxide
10.5 Vol%
10.0 Vol%
Formic acid
1.2-Dichloro ethylene
Concentration limitation
This behavior of gases and vapors has important consequences for practical explosion protection. If a flammable gas cannot be ignited below it's LEL, then we can protect people
against
explosions by measuring the gas concentrations continuously
and using appropriate measures to ensure that concentrations
never exceed a level such as half the LEL (50% LEL).
This method of preventative explosion protection is often
referred to as a primary measure. What is prevented is not the
ignition of the gas, but the very formation of an atmosphere
which can explode. The preferred method of measuring these
concentrations is to use infrared or catalytic bead sensors,
which, when used for this purpose, must fulfill certain safety
requirements.
9.5 Vol%
9.0 Vol%
Methyl bromide
8.5 Vol%
8.0 Vol%
1.1.1-Trichloro ethane
Methyl chloride
7.5 Vol%
Acetyl chloride
7.0 Vol%
Formaldehyde
6.5 Vol%
1.1-Dichloro ethylene
1.2-Dichloro ethane
6.0 Vol%
Methanol
5.5 Vol%
1.1-Dichloro ethane
Hydrogen cyanide
5.0 Vol%
Methyl amine
Hydrazine
4.5 Vol%
Methane
4.0 Vol%
Hydrogen cyanide
Vinyl chloride
3.5 Vol%
Ethylamine
3.0 Vol%
Ethanol
Acetonitrile
Acrylonitrile
Dimethyl ether
2.5 Vol%
Ethylene
Dimethylformamide
2.0 Vol%
i-Propanol
Propane
ST-1577-2007
1.5 Vol%
i-Butane
n-Butane
n-Butyl acetate
1.0 Vol%
0.5 Vol%
n-Hexane
n-Octane
n-Nonane
n-Decane
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2.8 Flash point of flammable liquids
Although we speak of flammable liquids, in fact, the liquid state is not flammable. It is
the vapor, which can form a flammable mixture together with the oxygen in the air.
Both the volatility of this vapor and its lower explosion limit (LEL) comprise the
measure of its potential danger. This is described by what is known as the flash point.
60 °C
Dimethylformamide
50 °C
Trimethylbenzene
Ethylene glycol
40 °C
n-Butanol
30 °C
Nonane
Chlorobenzene
Ethyl benzene
20 °C
i-Butyl acetate
Ethanol
10 °C
Methanol
Toluene
0 °C
Therefore, the lower the flash point of a flammable liquid, the
more dangerous it is. Because the vapor of a flammable
liquid is not ignitable below its flash point, preventative
explosion protection can consist of using liquids whose flash
points are significantly higher than the ambient temperature.
This is often done in practice, but it does have the disadvantage – when using such liquids as solvents – that large
amounts of energy are required to evaporate them. Gases by
definition do not have a flash point, because under normal
conditions they do not exist in liquid form.
Cyclohexanol
Acetonitrile
Ethyl acetate
– 10 °C
Methyl ethyl ketone
Cyclohexane
– 20 °C
n-Hexane
Allylamine
– 30 °C
You cannot ignite diesel (F >
55°C) using a match, but you
can ignite gasoline with one
(F < –20°C)!
ST-1579-2007
To be able to ignite at all, the concentration of vapor above
the surface of the liquid must exceed the LEL. Whether it
does so or not depends on how much vapor is produced. This,
in turn, depends on what is known as the vapor pressure,
which depends upon the temperature of the liquid. In safety
terms, this is described by defining a flash point (F).The flash
point is the temperature at which sufficient vapor forms to
create a vapor-air mixture, which can be ignited in a standardized
apparatus. If a flammable liquid’s flash point is above 50°C
(122° F), then it definitely cannot be ignited at a temperature
of 30°C (86° F).
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Properties of dangerous gases and vapors
2.9 Concentration and their calculation
Concentration is defined as the content of a substance within a reference substance. When
measuring harmful substances in the air, the quantity of that substance is defined in terms
of a concentration in relation to the air. The right units must be chosen to produce useful
figures for defining the concentration. High concentration is generally given as Vol.-% – in
other words, one part of a substance to 100 parts of air. Air, for example, consists of
21% Vol.-% oxygen, which means that 100 parts of air contain 21 parts of oxygen. Lower
concentration levels are measured in ppm = parts per million (mL/m3), or ppb = parts
per billion (μL/m3). A concentration of one ppm means there is one part of a substance
in one million parts of air (the rough equivalent to one sugar cube inside a gasoline tanker).
A concentration of one ppb refers to one part of a substance in one billion parts of air
(equivalent to five people out of the entire population of the earth). Converting these very low
concentrations into Vol.-% produces the following simple relationship:
1 Vol.-% = 10,000 ppm = 10,000,000 ppb
Alongside gaseous components, the air can also contain ‘dissolved’ solid or liquid
substances, known as aerosols. The size of droplets or particles borne by the air is very
small, which means that measuring them in terms of volume is not very useful. Aerosol
concentrations are therefore measured in mg/m3.
Vol.-% ppm
L/m3
10
1
1 cL/L
3
mL/m
ppm =
10–4
μL/L
μL/m3
10–7
ppb =
nL/L
Vol.-% =
ppb
g/L
104
107
g/L
1
103
mg/L =
10–3
1
mg/m3
=
3
mg/L mg/m
10 L/m3
1
1 cL/L
3
mL/m
10–3
μL/L
μL/m3
10–6
nL/L
103
106
1
103
10–3
1
Converting mg/m3 into ppm
Molar mass
Molar volume
c
[ppm]
=
c
Molar mass
c
[mg/m3]=
c
Molar volume
The molar volume of any gas is 24.1 L/mol at 20°C (68° F) and 1,013 hPa (14.7 psi); the
molar mass of a specific gas should be adapted dependent on that gas.
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3 Introduction to portable instruments
In the beginning, there was the canary. These little finches would warn miners about dangerous
gases underground: if they stopped singing, the miners had to get out quick. Crude and inaccurate methods of determining gas concentrations in the atmosphere like this one have long
been consigned to history.
Nowadays, precise measuring instruments monitor the concentration of dangerous gases and
flammable vapors. The latest of these are compact, small, robust and flexible single-gas and
multi-gas units. Gases and vapors are not always necessarily harmful; after all, the earth’s
atmosphere is made of them. It is not until their concentration exceeds critical levels (risk of
poisoning and explosion) or drops below certain levels (risk of suffocation through oxygen
deficiency) that they can become a threat. This is why portable gas detection devices are used
in all kinds of ways throughout many branches of industry. Scenarios range from individual
employees and small groups of workers – all the way to large-scale operations such as the
industrial shutdown of an entire petrochemical plant. Instruments measuring the various
dangerous gases have to perform reliably under changing conditions. This can place great
demands on reliability, durability, and flexibility, because in the end the detection equipment is
directly responsible for the safety and health of workers. Not every unit may be used in every
working environment. Before a device is used, you have to determine whether its specifications
are sufficient. These requirements are all laid down in various standards and directives.
3.1 Application areas for portable gas detection
Portable gas detection instruments are subject to very diverse requirements. Different
application areas require solutions tailored to the measurment task, which also take
into account the respective ambient conditions.
It is generally possible to distinguish between the following application areas:
D-3256-2011
Personal monitoring
– These devices are designed to warn the wearer about gas risks in the immediate vicinity.
For this reason, they are usually worn on work clothing. The basic requirements that these
units therefore have to fulfill are wearing comfort, durability, and reliability. Continuously
measuring single-gas and multi-gas instruments are suitable for this kind of work.
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D-3254-2011
D-16564-2009
Area monitoring
– The task here is to monitor an area in which one or more workers are active. The unit is
positioned centrally so it can monitor the working area as effectively as possible. The basic
requirements in this case are durability, stability, and an alarm, which is extremely easy to
perceive (both visually and acoustic). Continuously measuring multi-gas instruments are
used in this field.
– When several work areas are simultaneously being monitored and these individual areas
are not visible from one central point, a wireless alarm chain with several area monitoring
devices can provide maximum safety.
D-3255-2011
D-16570-2009
Confined space entry
– Maintenance and repair work often require people to climb into confined spaces. These
areas of work can be especially dangerous because of the lack of space, the lack of
ventilation, and the presense or development of hazardous substances. A clearance
measurement is required before entry. Multi-gas instruments are used together with
corresponding pumps and accessories such as hoses and probes. After a successful
measurement where no hazards have been found, the same instruments can be used for
continuous personal monitoring while working in the confined space.
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D-3257-2011
Leak detection
– Leakages can occur wherever gases or liquids are stored or transported. It is important to
identify leakages quickly so that the appropriate measures can be taken to avert harm to
people, the environment, and the facility. Detection devices combined with corresponding
pumps must be able to respond quickly so as to detect small changes in concentration.
High
3.2 Requirements for gas detection instruments
As safety products, gas detection devices for industrial use must fulfill the statutory
requirements (explosion protection, electromagnetic compatibility), as well as other
requirements, so that their quality and reliability remains assured even under tough
conditions.
Explosion protection standards:
Design stipulations ensure that the gas measuring instrument does not become a source of
ignition itself. Globally accepted standards include CENELEC (ATEX), CSA, UL, GOST, etc.
Protection ratings as defined by EN 60529 (IP Code)
The IP code provides information about the degree to which a casing provides protection
against foreign objects and water.
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IP = International Protection/Ingress Protection
Extract based on DIN EN 60529:
D-16408-2009
First Protection against
index number solid foreign objects
Second Protection against
index number water
5
Protection against contact.
Protection against interior
dust deposits
5
Protection against
projected water from
any angle
6
Complete protection
against touch. Protection
against dust penetration
6
Protection against
penetrating water during
temporary flooding
7
Protection against
penetrating water during
temporary immersion
Protection class IP 67 provides a high degree of robustness, although this can have negative
consequences in terms of vapor permeability. The MEWAGG research group (“Mess- und
Warngeräte für gefährliche Gase”) – part of BG Chemie (Germany’s statutory employment
accident insurance fund for the chemical industry) – therefore advises users who need to
detect not only gases like methane and propane, but also higher hydrocarbons and solvents,
to check the suitability of equipment with the manufacturer. This can, for example, involve a
detection equipment assessment under ATEX.
Quality of measurement functions
Maintaining a predefined detection quality, even under extreme ambient conditions
(temperature, pressure, wind, moisture, vibration, and so on)
EN 45 544
– for toxic gases and vapors
EN 50 104
– for oxygen
EN 60 079-29-1 – for flammable gases and vapors
Electromagnetic compatibility as defined by EN 50270
Electrical and electronic devices should not be influenced or interfered with by other
electrical, magnetic, or electromagnetic fields – and vice versa. For instance, this means that
using a mobile phone or a radio in the immediate vicinity of gas detection devices should not
interfere with the instrument’s detection signal, nor should the instrument interfere with the
phone. EMC guidelines and standards define means of proving and confirming a device’s
insensitivity to interference and low level of interference output. Simply complying with the
requirements of a standard or guideline may not be sufficient depending on the various
operating and ambient conditions. Rugged industrial applications require much more robust
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devices. Dräger pays special attention to these requirements, for example, with an
additional in-house "robustness test."
RoHS and REACH
The requirements for materials and substances used must also be considered during the development and production of gas detection equipment. The European RoHS (Restriction of
Hazardous Substances) Directive requires that six particularly dangerous substances may
not be contained in electrical and electronic devices. The REACH Regulation (Registration,
Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) requires that the presence of
particularly hazardous materials in products must be disclosed. Dräger seeks to avoid such
substances as far as possible within the scope of technical conditions and meets the relevant
directives and regulations in this regard.
3.3 Explosion protection
Industrial processes very often involve flammable substances, including sometimes
flammable particles. In these areas, flammable gases and vapors can sometimes be
released on a process-related basis (such as relief valves) or by unforeseen
incidents (breakdowns). As a means of prevention, areas such as these are designated
EX areas (“zones”) in which only equipment which is reliably protected against ignition
may be used.
Explosion protection is standardized worldwide; IEC (international), CENELEC (European)
and NEC 505 North American standards are similar, and based on the three-zone concept
which is rapidly gaining acceptance in the USA.
Zone in
IEC, NEC 505
and CENELEC
Zone 0
Zone 1
Zone 2
Dangerous, explosive
atmosphere exists ...
constantly, regularly or long-term
occasionally
rarely and for short periods
American explosion protection compliant with NEC 500 is still typically based on the dual
division concept:
Division in
NEC 500
Division 1
Division 2
Dangerous explosive
atmosphere exists ...
constantly or occasionally
rarely and for short periods
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3.4 ATEX 137 – directive 1999/92/EC
ATEX stands for ATmospheres EXplosibles. This directive has been binding on all
systems since July 30, 2006, and is addressed to employers. It describes minimum
requirements for the protection of employees’ health and safety in areas at risk of
explosion.
The directive pursues the following targets:
– Prevent the formation of explosive atmospheres; if this is not possible
– Prevent the ignition of explosive atmospheres; if this is not possible
– Reduce the harmful effects of an explosion to a tolerable minimum.
Employers are obliged to assess the risk of explosion in the relevant areas. Zone categories
are defined by answering the question: how likely is it that an explosive atmosphere (gas,
vapor, dust) will form in the areas concerned?
ZONE DEFINITIONS IN ATEX 137, ANNEX I, 2
Areas at risk of explosion are divided into the following zones according to the likelihood of
an explosive atmosphere forming there:
Zone 0 Area in which explosive atmospheres comprising mixtures of air and flammable gases,
vapors, and aerosols are present constantly, frequently, or over long periods of time.
Zone 1 Area in which, under normal operation, an explosive atmosphere can occasionally form as a
mixture of air and flammable gases, vapors, or aerosols.
Zone 2 Area in which, under normal operation, an explosive atmosphere consisting of a mixture of
air and flammable gases, vapors, or aerosols normally does not form – or, if so, only briefly.
Zone 20 Area in which explosive atmospheres in the form of clouds of combustible dust in the air are
present constantly, frequently, or over long periods of time.
Zone 21 Area in which, under normal operation, an explosive atmosphere can occasionally form as
clouds of combustible dust in the air.
Zone 22 Area in which, under normal operation, an explosive atmosphere in the form of a cloud of
combustible dust in the air normally does not form – or, if so, only briefly.
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Depending on the zone identified, only certain gas measuring instruments may be used there
(this table links the categories of ATEX 95 with the zones in ATEX 137):
Permitted use
Instruments in category 1
Instruments in category 2
Instruments in category 3
Gas, vapor (G)
Zone 0, 1, 2
Zone 1, 2
Zone 2
Dust (D)
Zone 20, 21, 22
Zone 21, 22
Zone 22
(For instrument categories, see section 3.5 ATEX 95)
The instrument group and temperature category requirements are then determined by
defining the flammable gases, vapors, aerosols, and dusts used, along with their ignition
temperatures.
Extract from section 2.6 “Flammable gases and vapors”
Gas
acetylene
ammonia
1,3-butadiene
dimethyl ether
ethene (ethylene)
ethylene oxide
hydrogen
i-butane
methane
methyl chloride
n-butane
n-butene (butylene)
propane
propene (propylene)
Vapor
isopropyl alcohol (IPA)
propylene oxide
styrol
tetrahydrofuran (THF)
toluene
xylol (isomer mixture)
LEL
Vol.-%
2.3
15.4
1.4
2.7
2.4
2.6
4.0
1.5
4.4
7.6
1.4
1.2
1.7
1.8
LEL
Vol.-%
2.0
1.9
1,0
1.5
1.1
1.0
LEL
g/m3
24.9
109.1
31.6
51.9
28.1
47.8
3.3
36.3
29.3
159.9
33.9
28,1
31.2
31.6
Ignition
temperature in °C/°F
305/581
630/1166
415/779
240/464
440/824
435/815
560/1040
460/860
595/1103
625/1157
365/689
360/680
470/878
485/905
LEL Flash point
Vapor pressure Ignition temperature
g/m3
in °C/°F at 20°C (68°F) in mbar
in °C/°F
50.1
12/54
43
425/797
46.0
–37/–35
588
430/806
43.4
32/90
7
490/914
45.1
–20/–4
200
230/446
42.2
6/43
29
535/995
44.3
25/77
7
465/869
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3.5 ATEX 95 – directive 94/9/EC
This directive applies to, among others, the manufacturers of gas detection and
warning instruments. It describes the requirements that must be fulfilled by gas
detection devices used in areas at risk of explosion, and which incorporate their own
potential ignition sources.
The CE symbol of conformity – coupled with information about the equipment category
(described the zones of the area at risk of explosion in which the gas warning instrument may
be used as an electrical device) may look like this:
Markings as defined by 94/9/EC (ATEX 95)
0158
Notified body concerning quality control of production
Conforms with EU requirements
Markings (as defined by ATEX):
I M2 / II 2G
Category
I: Mining
Type of explosive atmosphere:
G: gas, vapor, aerosol; D: dust
II: Industry
Complies with directive 94/9/EC
Equipment groups I and II indicate in which area the device may be used:
I = Mining
II = Industry
Information then follows about which equipment category the gas detection device satisfies:
Category 1
Category 2
Category 3
Very high level of safety, sufficient safety provided by two protective
measures or in the event of two faults
Sufficient safety in the event of frequent equipment faults or one
breakdown
Sufficient safety if operation is fault-free
Finally, the atmosphere is indicated (G: gas, vapor, aerosol or D: conductive and
non-conductive combustible dusts).
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The designation indicates the zones in which the instrument may be used (example for
industry).
Ex area:
Zone 0
Zone 1
Zone 2
Zone 20
Ex atmosphere:
constantly,
long-term
or frequently
occasionally
normally
not or only
short-term
constantly,
occasionally
long-term
or frequently
Zone 21
normally
not or only
short-term
II 1 G
II 2 G
II 3 G
II 1 D
II 2 D
II 3 D
yes
no
no
no
no
no
yes
yes
no
no
no
no
yes
yes
yes
no
no
no
no
no
no
yes
no
no
no
no
no
yes
yes
yes
ST-899-2007
no
no
no
yes
yes
no
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Explosion protection designation in EN 60079
EPL (Equipment Protection Level) G = gas; D = dust
a = Zone 0; b = Zone 1; c = Zone 2
temperature category
Explosion group I: mining,
Intrinsic safety
II: everything except mining
covers 2 faults
Subgroups IIA, IIB, and IIC: categorization of
covers 1 fault
gases depending on their ignitibility
covers normal operation
Ex d ia IIC T4 Gb
i =
a=
b=
c=
Ignition protection: Pressure-resistant encapsulation
Explosion protected equipment
The requirements for electrical equipment to be used in hazardous areas are outlined in the
standard series EN 60079. In addition to the requirements, markings are defined as well. A
marking according to ATEX as well as a marking to indicate the equipment protection level
(EPL = Equipment Protection Level) is required. With the introduction of the EPL, it is now
possible to allocate which device may be used in which explosive atmosphere or area outside
of Europe as well.
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Ignition protection types provide information about the protective measures incorporated into
a device:
Ignition protection types and CENELEC standards
Abbreviation
CENELEC standard
Ignition protection type
EN 60079-0
EN 60079-6
EN 60079-2
EN 60079-18
EN 60079-5
EN 60079-1
Gas
Ex e
Ex ia
Ex ib
Ec ic
EN 60079-7
EN 60079-11
Ex n
Dust
EN 60079-15
General terms
Oil immersion
Pressurized encapsulation
Encapsulation
Powder / Sand filling
Explosion/Flame-proof
encapsulation
Increased safety
Intrinsic safety
ia required for Zone 0
ib sufficient for Zone 1
ic sufficient for Zone 2
Ignition protection types for Zone 2
EN 61241-0
EN 61241-1
EN 61241-2
EN 61241-11
General terms
Protection by instrument housing
Dust – pressurized encapsulation
Dust – intrinsic safety
Ex o
Ex p
Ex m
Ex q
Ex d
Ex tD
Ex pD
Ex iD
Comparison: Designation according to IEC (2007) / CENELEC (2009) and EU
directive 94/9/EG (ATEX)
EPL (Equipment Protection Level)
according to
according
IEC / CENELEC
to EU directive 94/9/EG
Ma
Mb
Ga
Gb
Gc
Da
Db
Dc
M1
M2
1G
2G
3G
1D
2D
3D
Area
Mining
explosive gas atmosheres
area with combustible dust
Explosion group
Explosion group I encompasses equipment used for mining (coal dust and methane
atmospheres). Explosion group II applies to all other areas (all other gases). For the ignition
types “explosion/flame-proof encapsulation” and “intrinsic safety,” explosion group II is
subdivided into IIA, IIB, and IIC. This subdivision relates to the different levels of ignitability
in terms of ignition penetration and electrical sparks. Explosion group IIC covers all gases and
vapors. In the future, we will also see explosion group III for flammable dusts, and this in turn
will be subdivided in three other groups (IIIA: flammable fibers, IIIB: non-conductive dust, IIIC:
conductive dust).
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CATEGORIZATION OF GASES AND VAPORS
Explosion group
Ignition temp.
I
IIA
Ignition energy
more than
0.18 mJ
IIB
Ignition energy
0.06 to 0.18 mJ
IIC
Ignition energy
less than 0.06 mJ
Temperature category (max. permissible surface temperature)
T1 (450°C) T2 (300°C)
T3 (200°C)
T4 (135°C) T5 (100°C)
> 450°C
300–450°C
200–300°C
135–300°C 100–135°C
> 842°F
572–842°F
392–572°F
275–572°F
212–275°F
methane
acetone
isoamyl acetate amyl alcohol
acetaldehyde
ammonia
n-butane
benzine
benzene
n-butanol
diesel fuel
ethyl acetate 1-butene
heating oil
methane
propyl acetate
n-hexane
methanol
i-propanol
propane
vinyl chloride
toluene
hydrogen
1.3-butadiene
dimethyl ether diethyl ether
cyanide
coal gas
1.4-dioxane
ethylglycol
ethylene
hydrogen
sulfide
ethylene oxide
hydrogen
acetylene
T6 (85°C)
85–100°C
185–212°F
carbon
disulfide
Temperature category
Electrical equipment in group II is categorized according to the maximum surface
temperatures that are allowed to come into contact with explosive atmospheres. The ignition
temperature of the gas must be greater than the maximum surface temperature. T6 covers
all gases and vapors. For dust explosion protection, the maximum surface temperature is
specified in °C, e.g. T130 °C (266 °F).
The last part of the designation, the EC construction type certificate, shows among other
things which testing station tested the equipment and when the first time.
EC construction type certification:
BVS
10 ATEX E 080X
X: Special conditions
U: Ex-component
Number of certificate
Complies with European Directive 94/9/EC
Year of EC certificate's publication
Notified body having type-approved equipment
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3.6 Laws and regulations in USA, Canada, and Mexico
Laws and regulations in most municipalities, states, and provinces in North America require
certain products to be tested to a specific standard or group of standards by a Nationally
Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). There are a number of third party approval agencies
in the US – UL, FM, ETL and many others. They all provide ratings for Intrinsic Safety and
provide some performance testing. They do not have any regulatory or legal status. They are
primarily a certification to verify the safety of a product for insurance purposes and to minimize
liability.
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL)
is a private third party product safety certification organization. UL develops standards and
test procedures for products, materials, components, assemblies, tools and equipment, chiefly
dealing with product safety. UL is one of several companies approved for such testing by the
U.S. federal agency OSHA. OSHA maintains a list of approved NRTL's.
UL develops standards for safety, often based on American National Standards (ANSI) and
evaluates many types of products. A typical standard for electronic products includes not only
requirements for electrical safety, but also spread of fire and mechanical hazards. UL
evaluates products for compliance with specific safety requirements. UL develops its Standards to correlate with the requirements of model installation codes, such as the National Electrical Code (NEC).
UL evaluates instruments for Intrinsic Safety (IS) for use in hazardous areas. The IS rating
means that the instrument will not be the source of ignition in a potentially explosive
environment. The areas are defined by the type of hazard that may exist (Class), the
possibility of a hazard being present in the area (Division) and the specific hazards that may be
encountered (Group). UL 913 is the applicable Standard for Safety for Intrinsically Safe
Apparatus and Associated Apparatus for Use in Class I, II, and III, Division 1, Hazardous
(Classified) Locations.
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Hazardous Location:
An area where the possibility of explosion and fire is created by the presence of flammable
gases, vapors, dusts, fibers or filings.
Class I
Class II
Class III
Division 1
Division 2
Those areas in which flammable gases or vapors may be present in the air in
sufficient quantities to be explosive or ignitable.
Those areas made hazardous by the presence of combustible dust.
Those areas in which there are easily ignitable fibers or filings present, due to
type of material being handled, stored or processed.
Division 1 is the normal situation; the hazard would be expected to be
present in everyday production operations or during frequent repair and
maintenance activity.
Division 2 is the abnormal situation; material is expected to be confined
within closed containers or closed systems and will be present only through
accidental rupture, breakage or unusual faulty operation.
Groups
The gases and vapors of Class I locations are broken into four groups by the codes A, B, C
and D. These materials are grouped according to the ignition temperature of the substance, its explosion pressure and other flammable characteristics.
Class II – dust locations – groups E, F & G. These groups are classified according to the
ignition temperature and the conductivity of the hazardous substance.
The gases and vapors of Class I locations are
broken into four groups by the codes A, B, C
and D. These materials are grouped according
to the ignition temperature of the substance,
its explosion pressure and other flammable
characteristics.
Group A Acetylene
Group B Hydrogen
Group C Ethyl-Ether, Ethylene,
Cycle Propane
Group D Gasoline, Hexane, Naptha,
Benzene, Butane, Propane,
Alcohol, Laquer Solvent
Vapors, Natural Gas
Class II – dust locations – groups E, F & G.
Group E Metal Dust
These groups are classified according to the
Group F Carbon Black, Coal,
ignition temperature and the conductivity of the
Coke Dust
hazardous substance.
Group G Flour, Starch, Grain Dust
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Operating Temperature Codes
Maximum Temperature
Degrees C
450
300
280
260
230
215
200
180
165
160
135
120
100
85
These are simplified definitions
complete definitions.
Degrees F
Temperature Codes
842
T1
572
T2
536
T2A
500
T2B
446
T2C
419
T2D
392
T3
356
T3A
329
T3B
320
T3C
275
T4
248
T4A
212
T5
185
T6
– refer to National Electrical Code (NEC), Article 500 for
Notes
1) T1 through T2D not applicable to Class II location.
2) T2A through T2D, Class I Group D only.
A typical UL classification would look like this:
Only as to intrinsic safety for use in hazardous locations
Class I&II, Div.1, Grps A,B,C,D,E,F,G
Safe in atmospheres containing the gases listed in the chart above
Use in areas where the hazard could exist at any time
For use in potentially explosive gas or dust atmospheres
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UL is currently planning to start using the Zone classification system for North America as part
of a global harmonization effort.
Division 1: Where ignitable concentrations
of flammable gases, vapors or liquids can
exist all of the time or some of the time
under normal operating conditions.
Division 2: Where ignitable concentrations
of flammable gases, vapors or liquids are
not likely to exist under normal operation
conditions.
Zone 0: Where ignitable concentrations of
flammable gases, vapors or liquids are
present continuously or for long periods of
time under normal operating conditions.
Zone 1: Where ignitable concentrations of
flammable gases, vapors or liquids are
likely to exist under normal operation
conditions.
Zone 2: Where ignitable concentrations of
flammable gases, vapors or liquids are
not likely to exist under normal operation
conditions.
US Mine Safety Health Administration (MSHA)
In the United States, equipment for use in mines must be approved by the US Mine Safety
Health Administration (MSHA). MSHA maintains its own test facilities and has specific
standards for electrical equipment being used in mines. MSHA defines and enforces safety
regulations for all types of mining operations as legislated by the US Congress. This includes
both underground and above ground coal mines, metal/nonmetal mines and large tunneling
operations. The MSHA approval process is a legal requirement for use of equipment in a mine.
MSHA considers all underground operations as hazardous locations. An MSHA approval reads
a bit differently than a UL approval label, although the same classification codes are used:
Permissible Gas Monitor
Only as to intrinsic safety for use in hazardous locations, Class I
Div. 1, Group A 90 dB in 30 cm (1 ft.)
yes
Replaceable lithium battery
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FEATURES COMPARISON
Compatible sensors:
XXS EC sensors
Operation time
Data logger:
Battery life CO, H2S
Battery life O2
Bump test
Approvals:
ATEX
Measurement performance
certificate
UL
CSA
IECEx
GOST
RUS – Pattern Approval
Certificate of measuring
instruments
MED
CE mark
Dräger Pac 3500
Dräger Pac 5500
O2, CO, H2S-LC
O2, CO, H2S-LC
ATEX I M1 / II 1G
Ex ia I/IIC T4
–
ATEX I M1 / II 1G
Ex ia I/IIC T4
–
Dräger Pac 7000
O2, CO, H2S-LC, CO2,
CI2, HCN, NH3, NO,
NO2, PH3, SO2, H2S,
OV; OV-A
2 years
Unlimited
Unlimited
Events saved with
Events saved with
Concentrations and
date and time (up to
date and time (up to
events saved together
60 events)
60 events)
with date and time (up
to 120 hours at 1 data
set per minute).
8 hours/day, 2 years
8 hours/day, 2 years
24 hours/day
(1 minute alarm per day) (1 minute alarm per day) > 5,500 hours
(1 minute alarm per day)
8 hours/day, 1 year
8 hours/day, 1 year
24 hours/day
(1 minute alarm per day) (1 minute alarm per day) > 2,700 hours
(1 minute alarm per day)
Pushing the OKPushing the OKAutomatic
button 3 times
button 3 times
ATEX I M1 / II 1G
Ex ia I/IIC T4
XXS EC Sensoren:
O2, H2S, CO
Class I, II Div. 1 Group Class I, II Div. 1 Group Class I, II Div. 1 Group
A, B, C, D, E, F, G
A, B, C, D, E, F, G
A, B, C, D, E, F, G
Temp. Code T4
Temp. Code T4
Temp. Code T4
Class I, II Div. 1
Class I, II Div. 1
Class I, II Div. 1
Gruppe A, B, C, D, E, Gruppe A, B, C, D, E, Gruppe A, B, C, D, E,
F, G Temp.-Code T4
F, G Temp.-Code T4
F, G Temp.-Code T4
Ex ia II CT4
Ex ia II CT4
Ex ia II CT4
PO Exial X /
PO Exial X /
PO Exial X /
0ExiallCT4 X
0ExiallCT4 X
0ExiallCT4 X
XXS EC Sensoren:
XXS EC Sensoren:
XXS EC Sensoren: O2,
H2S, CO, H2S LC, Cl2,
O2, H2S, CO
O2, H2S, CO
CO2, HCN, PH3, NH3,
NO2, SO2, OV, OV-A
–
–
96/98/EC
Electromagnetic
Electromagnetic
Electromagnetic
compatibility (Direccompatibility (Direccompatibility (Directive
tive 2004/108/EC)
tive 2004/180/EC)
2004/108/EC)
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ACCESSORIES
Calibration accessories
Dräger Bump Test Station
ST-14355-2008
ST-1521-2007
ST-4701-2005
D-12277-2009
Dräger Bump Test Station
Dräger E-Cal
Communication accessories:
Dräger CC-Vision/Pac-Vision
Printer Set for Dräger Bump Test Station
Dräger E-Cal
Printer Set for Dräger
Bump Test Station
Communication cradle &
Dräger PacVision
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Portable instruments
Dräger X-am 5100
D-11213-2011
The Dräger X-am 5100 is designed for the measurement of the gases /
vapors hydrazine, hydrogen peroxide, hydrogen chloride and hydrogen
fluoride. These special gas hazards are difficult to detect because they
adsorb to different surfaces. The open gas inlet projecting from the
device prevents that adsorbing surfaces are between the gas and the gas
sensor. A rapid response of the proven XS sensors is thus also ensured
for these special gases. Dräger X-am 5100 can only be operated in
diffusion mode.
OTHER BENEFITS
Usage in industrial area – Ex approved
Measurement performance of the sensors are independent of the device
ST-7317-2005
Easy solutions for service, calibration and bump testing
Personal monitoring
ESPECIALLY SUITED FOR THE FOLLOWING APPLICATIONS
Personal monitoring
small and light
rapid respond time of the Dräger XS Sensors
Battery life > 200 hours
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
47 x 129 x 55 mm; 1.85 x 5.08 x 2.17 in.
ca. 220 g; 7 oz.
Dimensions (W × H × D)
Weight
Ambient conditions:
Temperature
Pressure
Humidity
Ingress protection
Alarms:
Visual
Acoustic
Vibration
Power supply
-20 to +50; -4 to +120°F
700 to 1300
10 to 95 % r.H.
IP 54
180°
Multi-tone alarm > 90 dB in 30 cm (1 ft.)
yes
Alkaline, rechargeable NiMH for Alkaline Pack, T4
Akku Pack
> 200
<4
XS Sensors XS H2O2, XS Hydrazine, XS HF/HCL
unlimited
can be read out via IR > 1000 h at a recording
interval of 1 value per minute
Battery life (h)
Charging time (h)
Compatible sensors
Operation time
Data logger
Approvals:
ATEX
c CSA us
IECEx
CE mark
pending
pending
pending
Electromagnetic compatibility
(Directive 2004/108/EC)
Directive 2002/95/EC
RoHS
ACCESSORIES
General accessories
Charging module
Car charging connection cable 12V/24V
Communication accessories: Dräger CC-Vision
Calibration adapter
D-2126-2011
D-12284-2009
ST-14351-2008
Calibration accessories
Dräger CC-Vision
Communication software
Charging accessories
Car charging connecting
cable
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Portable instruments
ST-7070-2005
3.8 Multi-gas measuring instruments
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If hazardous substances (Ex-Ox-Tox) occur in the work place, then it is advisable to
use continuous multi-gas measuring instruments. These enable different measuring
approaches be used (infrared, catalytic bead, PID, and electrochemical sensors) in
one device, thus drawing on the strengths of the measurement principles.
The constellation of the sensors depends on the application. Up to 6 gases can be detected in real-time and continuously. As well as being used for personal monitoring and area
monitoring, multi-gas measuring instruments can also be used for clearance monitorings and
leak detection with the help of optional accessories. Multi-gas measuring instruments
include the Dräger X-am 1700, X-am 2000, X-am 3000, X-am 5000, X-am 5600, and
X-am 7000.
Gas measurement technology (example: Dräger X-am 7000)
Selection from
25 different
Dräger sensors
Cover
Internal
sampling pump
with an IP 67
membrane
D-16407-2009
2 Sensor slots
Compatible with PID, IR Ex,
IR C02 and Cat Ex
Warning function
Visual 360° and
>100 dB loud
multitone alarm
3 electrochemical sensor slots
Compatible with up to 25 different
electrochemical sensors
Large display
Clearly structured,
scratch-proof display
informs in plain text
Robust housing
Robust, waterproof
housing with standard
rubber protection
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Portable instruments
Dräger offers a complete product series for
the simultaneous measurement of different
gases. The Dräger X-am 1700/2000/
5000/5600 family is a new generation of
gas detection equipment. Its practical
design, cell-phone size, low weight, and the
long-life of the electrochemical XXS sensors
make this family the perfect companion for
personal monitoring. Combined with an
optional external pump and hose or probe,
they are perfect for confined space entry
measurements.
D-27784-2009
ST-7461-2005
ST-9468-2007
Dräger X-am 1700/2000/5000/5600
OTHER BENEFITS
ST-9618-2007
Personal monitoring
Leak detection
ST-9555-2007
Confined space entry
D-27769-2009
ST-7317-2005
Robust: water and dust protection compliant with IP 67
Reliable gas inlets from both sides
Precise, vapor-sensitive Ex monitoring
Ideal solution for functional testing and calibration
(automatic testing and calibration station – Dräger E-Cal & Dräger Bump Test Station)
Area Monitoring
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ESPECIALLY SUITED FOR THE FOLLOWING APPLICATIONS
Personal monitoring
Confined space entry
Leak detection
Area Monitoring
Durable, IP 67
High level of flexibility using external pump (with 20
m or 66 ft. tube), adaptable to various probes
Catalytic sensors and XXS sensors respond quickly
Wireless fenceline, available for use in Zone 0
An optional external pump, which can be operated using a hose of up to 20 meters (66 ft.) long,
is an ideal solution for applications involving the confined space entry measurements in tanks,
pipelines, etc. When the instrument is placed in the cradle, the pump automatically starts. The
Dräger E-Cal automatic test and calibration station and the Dräger Bump Test Station are ideal
system accessories for saving time and minimizing your workload.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions (W × H × D)
Weight
Ambient conditions:
Temperature
Pressure
Humidity
Ingress protection
Alarms:
Visual
Acoustic
Vibration
Power supply
Operating period (h)
Charging time (h)
Pump mode
(Dräger X-am 1/2/5000 external pump)
47 × 129 × 31 mm; 1.8 x 5.1 x 1.2 in.
220 g; 8.8 oz.
–20 to +50°C; -4 to +122°F
700 to 1,300 hPa
10 to 95% r.h.
IP 67
180°
Multi-tone > 90 dB in 30 cm (1 ft.)
yes
Alkaline, rechargeable NiMH for alkaline pack,
T4 rechargeable battery pack
approx. 10
<4
Maximum hose length 20 m; 66 ft.
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Portable instruments
Dräger X-am 1700/2000/5000/5600
FEATURES COMPARISON
Compatible sensors
Dräger X-am 1700/2000
X-am 1700: Catalytic
sensor, O2, CO and H2S
X-am 2000: Flexible 1 4 sensors. One catalytic sensor and XXS EC
sensors - O2 ,CO, and
Dräger X-am 5000
Flexible from 1 to 4
sensors. One catalytic
sensor and 3 XXS EC
sensors
(see XXS EC sensors)
Dräger X-am 5600
Flexible from 1 to 4
sensors One IR sensor
and 3 XXS EC sensors
(see XXS EC sensors)
O2, CO, H2S
Amine, O2, CO, COCL2,
CO HC, H2S, H2S LC,
H2S HC, CO2, CI2, HCN,
NH3, NO, NO2, NO2 LC,
PH3, PH3 HC, SO2, OV,
OV-A, H2S/CO, CO H2
(compensated), H2, H2
HC, Odorant, O3
Amine, O2, CO, COCL2,
CO HC, H2S, H2S LC,
H2S HC, CO2, CI2, HCN,
NH3, NO, NO2, NO2 LC,
PH3, PH3 HC, SO2, OV,
OV-A, H2S/CO, CO H2
(compensated), H2, H2
HC, Odorant, O3
0–100% LEL
0–5 Vol.-% CH4
0–100% LEL
0–100 Vol.-% CH4
Special calibration
for organic vapors is
possible
0–100% LEL
0–100 Vol.-% CH4
H2S
XXS EC sensors
Catalytic sensors
Cat Ex 125 PR
Cat Ex 125 Mining
2 years (X-am 1700)
unlimited (X-am 2000)
Can be read out via
Infrared > 1000 hours
with 4 gases and a
recording interval of 1
value per minute
Unlimited
0–100% LEL
0–100 Vol.-% CH4 /
C4H10 / C2H4 / LPG
0–5 Vol.-% CO2
0–100% LEL
0–100 Vol.-% CH4 /
C4H10 / C2H4 / LPG
0–5 Vol.-% CO2
Unlimited
Can be read out via
Infrared > 1000 hours
with 5 gases and a
recording interval of 1
value per minute
Can be read out via
Infrared > 1000 hours
with 6 gases and a
recording interval of 1
value per minute
I M1/II 2G Ex ia d IIC
T4/T3
I M2 EEx ia d I
for O2 according to EN
50104/CO and H2S
according to EN
45544/Methane to Nonane according to EN
60079 and EN 50271
Class I & II, Div. 1
Group A, B, C, D, E, F,
G, T. Code T4/T3
Class I Div. 1 Group A,
B, C, D, T. Code T4/T3
I M1/II 1G Ex ia I/IIC T3
I M2/II 2G Ex d ia I/IIC
T4/T3
for O2 according to EN
50104/CO and H2S
according to EN
45544/Methane to Nonane according to EN
60079 and EN 50271
Class I & II, Div. 1
Group A, B, C, D, E, F,
G, T. Code T4/T3
Class I, Div. 1 Group A,
B, C, D T. Code T4/T3
I M1/II 1G Ex ia I/IIC
T4/T3
Infrared sensors
IR Ex
IR CO2
IR CO2/Ex
Operation time
Data logger
Approvals:
ATEX
Measurement performance
certificate
UL
CSA
c CSA us
for O2 according to EN
50104/CO and H2S
according to EN
45544/Methane to Nonane according to EN
60079 and EN 50271
Div.1, Class I, Groups
A,B,C,D T4/T3
A/Ex ia IIC T4/T3 /Ga
Canada:
Ex ia IIC T4/T3
USA:
AEx ia IIC T4/T3 Ga
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FEATURES COMPARISON
Dräger X-am 1700/2000 Dräger X-am 5000
Ex ia d I/IIC T4/T3
Ex ia I
Ex ia IIC T3
Ex d ia I
Ex d ia IIC T4/T3
Electromagnetic
Electromagnetic
compatibility (Directive compatibility (Directive
2004/108/EC)
2004/108/EC)
Directive 2002/95/EC
Directive 2002/95/EC
X-am 2000:
MED 96/98/EG
MED 96/98/EG
according the
X-am 1700 no /
requirement "Title 30
X-am 2000 according
Code of Federal Reguthe requirement "Title
lations, Part 22 for use
30 Code of Federal
in gassy underground
Regulations, Part 22
for use in gassy under- mines"
ground mines"
РО Ex ia l X / 0 Ex ia IIC
PB Ex d ia l X / 1 Ex d
T3 X oder РB Ex d ia l X/
ia IIC T4/T3 X
1 Ex d ia IIC T4/T3 X
IECEx
CE mark
RoHS
MED
MSHA
GOST
Dräger X-am 5600
Ex ia I
Ex ia IIC T4/T3
Electromagnetic
compatibility (Directive
2004/108/EC)
Directive 2002/95/EC
MED 96/98/EG
–
PO Ex ia 1X / 0 Ex ia
IIC T4/T3 X
ACCESSORIES
General accessories
Calibration accessories
Pump accessories
ST-9476-2007
D-12278-2009
ST-1526-2007
Area Monitoring
D-23594-2009
Printer Set for Dräger
Bump Test Station
Dräger X-zone 5000
ST-15024-2008
Charging module
Car charging connection cable 12V/24V
Dräger Bump Test Station
Dräger E-Cal
Communication accessories: Dräger CC-Vision
Printer Set for Dräger Bump Test Station
Nonane tester (for function tests)
Dräger X-am 1/2/5000 external pump
Hoses of various lengths
Probes
Dräger X-zone 5000
Dräger E-Cal
External pump
Nonane tester
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Portable instruments
Dräger X-Zone 5000
D-23612-2009
State-of-the-art area monotoring – the Dräger X-zone 5000, in
combination with the Dräger X-am 5000/5600 gas detection
instruments, can be used for the measuement of one to six gases.
This easily transportable, robust and waterproof unit extends mobile
gas detection technology to a unique system with many flexible
applications.
OTHER BENEFITS
D-27601-2009
D-27592-2009
IP 67 and Zone 0 approval for industrial applications
Wireless communication of X-zone's for frequencie: 868 MHz, 915 MHz, 433 Mhz and 430 MHz
digital radio, robust and interference-free transmission between two X-zone up to 100 m
robust and simple to be used induction wireless charging technology available
PowerOff-function: via the potential-free alarm contact external equipment can be switched off
during an alarm occur.
ESPECIALLY SUITED FOR THE FOLLOWING APPLICATIONS
Area Monitoring
Confined space entry
up to 25 Dräger X-zone can be automatically
interconnected to form a wireless fenceline, this
allows a flexible monitoirng of larger areas, e.g.
pipelines or industrial tanks continuous
operation of up to 120 hours for not only for
Dräger X-zone 5000 but for Dräger X-zone 5000
and Dräger X-am 5000/5600.
An optional intergrated pump allows the continuous
monitoring like confined space entry or locations
which are difficult to access, from a distance of up
to 45 m.
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The Dräger X-zone 5000 transforms the Dräger personal gas detection instruments
Dräger X-am 5000/5600 into innovative area monitoring devices for a wide range of
application.This gas measurement system is patented. With the 360°alarm amplifier, the
acoustic warning is heard with the same volume from all sides. X-zone 5000 affords a new
portable safety concept. Up to 25 Dräger X-zones can be automatically interconnected to form
a wireless fenceline. In the event of a gas alarm, the device transmits the alarm signal to all units
that are part of the fenceline which then signal a daughter alarm. The daughter alarm is, in
contrast to the red master alarm, displayed geen/red by the illuminated LED ring, thus allowing
and providing for a fast and easy recognitions of the alarm itself as well as of the alarm-trigging
devices. This ensures and easy and clear evacuation alarm and alerting. Via the potential-free
alarm contact, the Dräger X-zone 5000 device can also be interconnected and operate external
equipment such as alarm horns, lamps or traffic lights. Furthermore, the fenceline signal
together with the alarm contact can be forwarded to a control room - overseeing a wide range
of applications. Dräger X-zone 5000 as an area monitoring devices often stay located well within an explosion hazard area, even in during a gas alarm. It is therefore all the more important
the
devices are approved for use in explosion hazard areas, zone 0. The modern induction charger,
is simple to use, comfortable and has no problem with dirty charging contacts, so it is
maintenance friendly.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions (W × H × D)
Weight
Ambient conditions:
Temperature
Pressure
Humidity
Ingress protection
Alarms:
Visual
Acoustic
Vibration
480 x 300 x 300 mm; 19 x 12 x 12 in
7 kg; 247 oz. (12 Ah battery) 10 kg; 353 oz. (24 Ah
battery)
-20 to +50; -4 to +122°F
700 to 1,300 hPa
10 to 95 % r.h.
IP 67
360° LED (illuminated ring)
multi-tone: > 108 in 1m (3.3 ft.)
> 120 in 30 cm (1 ft.)
no
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Portable instruments
Alarm output
Radio transmission
RF approval
Power supply
Operation period
Charging period
Pump mode
Approval
ATEX
c CSA us
IECEx
CE-mark
Potential-free alarm contact for intrinsically safe
circuits (6 pole); < 30 V bis 0,25 A (0,15 A
constant current); Resisting load
Worldwide licencse-free ISM frequencies
Digital radio, robust and interference-free transmission up to 100 m.
868 MHz (EU, Norway, Switzerland, Turkey,
South Africa, Singapore)
915 MHz (USA, Canada, India, Australia)
433 MHz (Russia)
429 MHz (Japan)
Pb-Akku
60 h (12 Ah)
120 h ( 24 Ah)
at 15 min alarm per day and fully equipped
Dräger x-am 5000
< 10 h, flexilbe power supply; External 100 - 240V
charger (worldwide) or inductive wireless charging
internal pump / hose length: max 45 m
I M1 Ex ia I Ma
II 1G Ex ia IIC T3 Ga
II 2G Ex ia d IIC T4 Gb
Class I, Zone 0, AExia IIC T3 Ga
Class I, Zone 1, AExia d IIC T4 Gb
Ex ia IIC T3
Ex ia d IIC T4
Ex ia IIC T4
Ex ia I Ma, Ex ia IIC T3 Ga, Ex ia d IIC T4 Gb
Electromagnetic compatibility
(Directive 2004/108/EC) /
R&TTE (Directive 99/005/EG)
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ACCESSORIES
General accessories
Inductive charger
Plug-in charger
Pb-battery (12 Ah or 24 Ah)
Socket, 30 cm high; for measurement of light
gases
Alarm damper, for use within bump tests
X-zone Switch Off, X-zone Switch On
Bump Test adapter for function tests
Cover plate with diffusion adapter
Communication accessories:
Dräger CC-Vision
USB DIRA with USB cable
cover plate with pump adapter
different measuring probe
extension hose, different lenght
Calibration accessories
Socket
For measurements of
light gases
Alarm damper
For use within bump
tests
Cover plate
With diffusion adapter
D-6741-2011
D-6704-2011
D-27768-2009
Inductive charger
Allowing easy charging
ST-5026-2005
D-23627-2009
D-23631-2009
D-23634-2009
Pump accessories
X-zone Switch Off
Switching station
X-zone Switch On
Switching station
Dräger CC-Vision
Configuration software
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Portable instruments
Dräger X-am 3000
ST-129-2004
Rugged construction for industrial use: the robust Dräger X-am 3000
two- to four-gas detection device continuously measures H2S, CO,
O2, and flammable gas in the ambient air. Its functional design and
microprocessor-controlled digital technology are made especially to
fulfill the requirements of personal monitoring. Combined with a hose
of up to 20 meters (66 ft.) in length, Dräger X-am 3000 with
an internal high-performance pump is excellent for confined space
entry measurements in tanks, pipelines, etc. When the pump adapter is attached, the device automatically switches from diffusion to
pump operation.
OTHER BENEFITS
Personal monitoring
ST-2923-2003
ST-2881-2003
Integrated water- and dust-filter compliant with IP 65
Easy to handle, with large display
Intelligent sensors
Flexible power supply options
Confined space entry
ESPECIALLY SUITED FOR THE FOLLOWING APPLICATIONS
Personal monitoring
Confined space entry
Leak detection
Durable, IP 65
Internal high-performance pump combined with a
hose of up to 20 m (66 ft.) and a pump adapter
Pump can be used together with various probes
An integrated water- and dust-filter ensures reliable operation. The optional rubber boot
offers additional protection against impact and vibration. Replaceable NiMH and alkaline
batteries, and a vehicle charger option, make the unit very flexible in application.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
90 × 140 × 55 mm; 3.5 x 5.5 x 2.2 in.
approx. 550 g; 20 oz.
Dimensions (W × H × D)
Weight
Ambient conditions:
Temperature
–20 to +55 °C, short-term –40 to +55 °C
–5 to +130 °F, short-term –40 to +130 °F
700 to 1,300 hPa
10 to 95% r.h.
IP 65
Pressure
Humidity
Ingress protection
Alarms:
Visual
Acoustic
Vibration
Power supply
Battery life (h)
yes
> 90 dB in 30 cm (1 ft.)
yes
Alkaline, rechargeable NiMH for alkaline pack
Alkaline:
> 24 (diffusion mode)
> 12 (pump mode)
NiMH:
> 18 (diffusion mode)
> 12 (pump mode)
<4
60 h
Maximum hose length 20 m (66 ft.)
Charging time (h)
Data logger (without bump tests)
Pump mode
Approvals:
ATEX
I M2 / II 2G EEx ia d I/IIC T4
-25 °C ≤ Ta ≤ + 55 °C (NiMh)
-25 °C ≤ Ta ≤ + 50 °C (alkaline)
for O2 according to EN 50104/ CO and H2S
according to EN 45544/ Methane according to
EN 61779
Class I Div. 1 Group A, B, C, D, T. Code T4
Class I Div. 1 Group A, B, C, D, T. Code T4
Ex ia d I/IIC T4;
–25 ≤ Ta ≤ +55°C (NiMh)
–25 ≤ Ta ≤ +50°C (alkaline)
Electromagnetic compatibility
(Directive 2004/108/EC)
Measurement performance certificate
UL
CSA
IECEx
CE mark
ACCESSORIES
ST-134-2004
ST-576-2005
ST-14368-2008
Pump accessories
Dräger Bump Test Station
ST-4983-2005
Charging module, Power supply for vehicles
Dräger Bump Test Station
Dräger E-Cal
Communication accessories: Dräger CC-Vision
Pump adapter
Dräger X-am 3000 pump
Probes
Hoses
General accessories
Calibration accessories
Dräger E-Cal
Charging module
Pump adapter and hose
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Portable instruments
Dräger X-am 7000
ST-7054-2005
Multi-purpose: the Dräger X-am 7000 is the innovative solution for the
simultaneous and continuous measurement of up to five gases. A
combination of more than 25 sensors allows flexible solutions to
individual monitoring tasks. The X-am 7000 can be equipped with three
electrochemical and two infrared, catalytic bead sensors or photo
ionization sensors. It is the ideal companion in a variety of applications
where the reliable detection of oxygen, toxic and combustible gases
and vapors is necessary.
OTHER BENEFITS
ST-6109-2004
Area monitoring
Leak detection
ST-2770-2003
ST-7058-2005
Integrated water- and dust-filter, and immersion-proof, as defined in IP 67
Clearly structured, scratch-resistant display
Very loud acoustic multi-tone alarm and 360° all-round visual alarm
Intelligent charge management
Intuitive software functions
Confined space entry
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ESPECIALLY SUITED FOR THE FOLLOWING APPLICATIONS
Area monitoring
Confined space entry
Leak detection
Durable, IP 67
Built-in high-performance pump makes it possible to
sample gas using a hose up to 45 m/150 ft. long.
Extensive portfolio of over 25 different
DrägerSensors enables the detection of more than
100 gases and vapors.
Smart Cat Ex sensors enable the detection of flammable gases and vapors, and can be
calibrated to as many as five different sensitivity levels. The unit can be switched
automatically from % LEL to 100 Vol.-% in full-range mode. Leakages are reliably detected,
visually in bar-graph mode and audibly in tracking mode.
The PID sensor detects organic vapors in very low concentrations. An integrated library of 20
substances, three user-adaptable channels, and an easy switch to leak detection mode makes
the instrument flexible enough to met your specific needs.
With the help of Dräger CC-Vision software, up to 5 different detection applications can be
saved within the instrument. By doing so, the use of different instrument configurations can
be set for that specific application. During operation, a simple change between these set
parameters can be done via the instrument's menu.
In addition to the electrochemical sensors, the catalytic and infrared sensors are automatically
recognized by the instrument upon insertion. All sensors are pre-calibrated, and therefore a
reconfiguration of the Dräger X-am 7000 can be done by simply changing the sensor. No
additional service or maintenance is necessary.
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Portable instruments
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions (W × H × D)
Weight
Ambient conditions:
Temperature
Pressure
Humidity
Ingress protection
Alarms:
Visual
Acoustic
Vibration
Power supply
Battery life (h)
Charging time (h)
Data logger
Pump mode
Approvals:
ATEX
Measurement performance certificate
UL
CSA
IECEx
MED
CE mark
150 × 140 × 75 mm; 5.9 x 5.6 x 3 in.
600 g; 21 oz. (basic unit)
490 g; 17 oz. (rechargeable battery 3.0 Ah)
730 g; 26 oz. (rechargeable battery 6.0 Ah)
–20 to +55 °C, short-term, –40 to +60 °C,
–5 to + 130 °F, short-term –40 to +140 °F
700 to 1,300 hPa
10 to 95% r.h.
IP 67
360°
Multi-tone > 100 dB in 30 cm (1 ft.)
no
Alkaline, rechargeable NiMH
Alkaline:
> 20
NiMH:
> 9 (4.8 V/3.0 Ah)
> 20 (4.8 V/6.0 Ah)
(complete with all sensors and 20 % of the time in
pumped mode)
3.5 to 7, dependent on battery type
100 h
Maximum hose length of 45 m (150 ft.)
II 2G EEx ia d IIC T4 Gb; -20 ≤ Ta ≤ + 60 °C
I M2 EEx ia d I Mb
for Methane, Propane and Nonane according to
EN 60079-27-1
Class I Div. 1 Group A, B, C, D, Temp. Code T4
–20 ≤ Ta ≤ + 60 °C (NiMH);
–20 ≤ Ta ≤ +40 °C (Alkaline)
Class I Div. 1 Gruppe A, B, C, D,
T.-Code T4 -20 ≤ Ta ≤ + 60 °C
Ex ia d I/IIC T4; -20 ≤ Ta ≤ + 60 °C
MED 96/98/EC
Electromagnetic compatibility
(Directive 2004/108/EC)
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ACCESSORIES
General accessories
Calibration accessories
ST-4990-2005
ST-551-2005
ST-7491-2005
Pump accessories
Dräger Bump Test Station
ST-14991-2008
Charging module
Power supply for charging module
Power supply for vehicles
Car mounting kit
Dräger Bump Test Station
Dräger E-Cal
Communication accessories:
Dräger CC-Vision/Gas-Vision
Printer Set for Dräger Bump Test Station
Pump adapter
Pump membrane set
Probes
Hoses
Dräger E-Cal
Pump adapter
Charging module
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Portable instruments
Dräger Multi-PID 2
ST-2425-2003
Innovative technology: the Dräger Multi-PID 2 is a highly developed
photo-ionization measuring instrument for highly volatile organic
compounds. Its innovative PID (photo ionization detector) technology
combines great sensitivity and durability with enormous flexibility in
all sorts of applications such as screening soil, water and the ambient air in containers, detecting leakages, and taking measurements
in confined spaces.
OTHER BENEFITS
ST-2729-2003
Large standard measurement range of 0 to 2,000 ppm
Large 5-language display and assigned calibration button
Various warning functions
Prefilter tube for the specific measurement of benzene
Comprehensive gas library
Leak detection
ESPECIALLY SUITED FOR THE FOLLOWING APPLICATIONS
Leak search
Confined space entry
PID sensor responds quickly
Additional gas dilution probe extends
measurement range up to 20,000 ppm
The instrument contains a gas library of up to 50 substances. Many other substances
(see list of detectable gases and vapors) are identified and can be entered into the device if
required. The Dräger application laboratory can also define customer-specified compounds for
the instrument.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions (W × H × D)
Weight
Ambient conditions:
Temperature
Pressure
Humidity
Alarms:
Visual
Acoustic
Vibration
Power supply
Operating period (h)
Charging time (h)
Data logger
Pump operation
Approvals:
CE mark
230 × 110 × 80 mm, width at handle 67 mm;
9 x 4.3 x 3 in., width at handle 2.6 in.
860 g; 1.9 lb.
0 to +40 °C; +32 to +104 °F
–
0 to 95% r.h., non-condensing
Warning lamp
> 95 dB at 30 cm (1 ft.)
No
Nickel-cadmium battery
8
<4
Built-in data memory capable of storing up to
15,000 readings
Hose length up to 3 m; 9.8 ft.
Electromagnetic compatibility
(Directive 89/336/EEC)
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR SENSORS
Lamps
Detection limit
Resolution
Measurement accuracy
Response time
10.6 eV/11.7 eV
0.1 ppm isobutylene
0.1 ppm to 100 ppm
1 ppm from 100 ppm
± 10% or ± 2 ppm, whichever is higher
≤ 3 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90)
ACCESSORIES
General accessories
Calibration accessories
Measurement accessories
Pump accessories
Worldwide charger, 110–230 V
Charger USA, 110 V AC
Rechargeable battery pack
12 V DC car charger adapter
Calibration gas regulator
Calibration gas (100 ppm i-butene)
Communication accessories: Dräger GasVision
Pre-tube holder
Pre-filter tube for benzene
Pre-filter tube for humidity
10.6 eV/11.7 eV detector lamp
Gas sample bag
Sampling probe, 17 cm (6.7 in.)
Dilution probe
Replacement filter for dilution probe
Replacement particle filter
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Portable instruments
Dräger Multi-PID 2
Professional Set
Pre-filter tube for the
specific measurement of
benzene
ST-5027-2005
ST-14343-2008
ST-8348-2006
ST-15025-2008
ACCESSORIES
Single charger
Dräger GasVision
The response factors apply to a measurement range of 5 to 500 ppm and are based on
calibration with 100 ppm isobutylene. Response factor for isobutylene = 1.0. The response
factors are determined using the following formula:
Response factor =
Actual concentration
Displayed concentration
A response factor below 1 means that the compound is displayed with greater sensitivity than
isobutylene. A response factor above 1 means that the compound is displayed with less
sensitivity than isobutylene.
RESPONSE FACTORS
Substance
CAS No.
10.6 eV-lamp
Acetaldehyde
Acetic acid, anhydride
Acetone
Acetophenone
Acrolein
Acrylonitrile
Allyl chloride
(-)-Alpha-pinene
Ammonia
Aniline
Benzene
Benzonitrile
Benzyl alcohol
Biphenyl
Bromoform
1-Brompropane
1,3-Butadiene
1-Butanol
1-Butanol, 3-methyl, acetate
2-Butenal
75-07-0
108-24-7
67-64-1
98-86-2
107-02-8
107-13-1
107-05-1
7785-26-4
7664-41-7
62-53-3
71-43-2
100-47-0
100-51-6
92-52-4
75-25-2
106-94-5
106-99-0
71-36-3
123-92-2
4170-30-3
10.5
4.9
1.2
1.7
4.0
11.7-eV lamp
5.8
3.9
0.4
10.0
0.5
0.5
0.5
1.0
3.2
2.0
1.9
0.7
3.4
1.8
1.2
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RESPONSE FACTORS
Substance
CAS No.
10.6-eV lamp
2-Butoxyethyl acetate
1-Butyl acetate
1-Butyl mercaptan
Carbon disulfide
Carbonyl sulfide
Chloroacetone
Chlorobenzene
Cis-1,2-dichloroethylene
Cumene
Cyclohexane
Cyclohexanone
Cyclohexylamine
Cyclopentane
Dibutyl ether
Dibutylamine
1,2-Dichlorobenzene
1,1-Dichloroethylene
1,3-Dichloropropene
Diethyl ether
1,1-Difluoroethene
Diisopropyl ether
Dimethyl disulfide
Dimethyl ether
Dimethyl sulfide
1,4-Dioxane
Epichlorohydrin
1,2-Ethanediamine
Ethanol
2-Ethoxyethanol
2-Ethoxy-2-methylpropane
Ethyl acetate
Ethyl acrylate
Ethyl bromide
Ethyl mercaptan
4-Ethyl toluene
Ethylbenzene
Ethylene
2-Ethylhexyl acrylate
Ethylene oxide
Furfural
2-Heptanone
1-Hexene
Hydrazine
Hydrogen phosphide
112-07-2
123-86-4
109-79-5
75-15-0
463-58-1
78-95-5
108-90-7
156-59-2
98-82-8
110-82-7
108-94-1
108-91-8
287-92-3
142-96-1
111-92-2
95-50-1
75-35-4
542-75-6
60-29-7
75-38-7
108-20-3
624-92-0
115-10-6
75-18-3
123-91-1
106-89-8
107-15-3
64-17-5
110-80-5
637-92-3
141-78-6
140-88-5
74-96-4
75-08-1
622-96-8
100-41-4
74-85-1
103-11-7
75-21-8
98-01-1
110-43-0
592-41-6
302-01-2
7803-51-2
2.3
2.3
0.6
1.3
11.7-eV lamp
4.8
1.3
0.4
0.8
0.6
1.3
0.9
0.5
> 20
1.0
0.7
0.5
0.8
0.8
1.2
12.0
0.8
0.2
2.2
1.0
1.3
6.5
3.0
7.4
1.3
0.9
3.8
2.3
4.8
0.6
0.5
0.5
10.1
1.8
approx. 17
1.0
0.9
1.6
1.0
3.4
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Portable instruments
RESPONSE FACTORS
Substance
CAS No.
10.6-eV lamp
Hydrogen selenide
Hydrogen sulfide
4-Hydroxy-4-methylpentan-2-one
i-Hexane
Iodomethane
Iron pentacarbonyl
Isobutyl acetate
Isobutylene
Isobutyraldehyde
Iso-octane
Isoprene
Isopropoxyethanol
Isopropyl acetate
Methanol
2-Methoxyethanol
2-Methoxy-1-methylethyl acetate
Methyl acetate
Methyl bromide (bromomethane)
2-Methyl butane
Methyl ethyl ketone
Methyl isobutyl ketone
Methyl mercaptan
Methyl methacrylate
Methyl tert-butyl ether (MTBE)
Methylamine
Methylene chloride
m-Xylol
N,N-diethylaniline
N,N-dimethylacetamide
N,N-dimethylformamide
Napthalene
N-butyl acrylate
N-decane
N-heptane
N-hexane
Nitrobenzene
2-Nitrotoluene
3-Nitrotoluene
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone
N-Nonane
N-Octane
N-Pentane
N-Propanol
N-Propyl acetate
7783-07-5
7783-05-4
123-42-2
107-83-5
74-88-4
13463-40-6
110-19-0
115-11-7
78-84-2
540-84-1
78-79-5
109-59-1
108-21-4
67-56-1
109-86-4
108-65-6
79-20-9
74-83-9
78-78-4
78-93-3
108-10-1
74-93-1
80-62-6
1634-04-4
74-89-5
75-09-2
108-38-3
91-66-7
127-19-5
68-12-2
91-20-3
141-32-2
124-18-5
142-82-5
110-54-3
98-95-3
88-72-2
99-08-1
872-50-4
111-84-2
111-65-9
109-66-0
71-23-8
109-60-4
0.8
3.3
0.6
4.2
0.9
0.6
2.6
1.0
1.1
1.2
0.6
1.2
2.6
11.7-eV lamp
12.4
3.0
1.2
5.5
1.6
8.2
0.8
1.0
0.5
1.8
0.8
1.3
2.9
0.5
0.4
0.1
0.8
0.2
1.8
1.1
2.4
4.7
1.7
1.5
1.6
1.4
1.4
1.6
10.4
5.1
3.1
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RESPONSE FACTORS
Substance
CAS No.
10.6-eV lamp
O-Cresol
O-Toluidine
O-Xylol
P-Chloroaniline
P-Cresol
Perchloroethylene
Phenol
Phenylhydrazine
Propanal
2-Propanol
2-Propen-1-ol
Propylene
1,2-Propylene oxide
P-Xylol
Styrol
Tetra-Ethyl lead
Tetrahydrofuran
Tetrahydrothiophene
Thiophene
Toluene
2,4-Toluene diisocyanate
Trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
Trichloroethylene
Trichloromethane (chloroform)
Trimethylamine
1,3,5-Trimethylbenzene
Vinyl acetate
Vinyl bromide
Vinyl chloride
95-48-7
95-53-4
95-47-6
106-47-8
106-44-5
127-18-4
108-95-2
100-63-0
123-38-6
67-63-0
107-18-6
115-07-1
75-56-9
106-42-3
100-42-5
78-00-2
109-99-9
110-01-0
110-02-1
108-88-3
584-84-9
156-60-5
79-01-6
67-66-3
75-50-3
108-67-8
108-05-4
593-60-2
75-01-4
0.8
0.5
0.5
1.3
2 .1
0.5
0.4
1. 3
14.8
4.4
2.7
1.2
5.8
0.5
0.4
approx. 0.2
1.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.4
0.4
0.5
11.7-eV lamp
1.7
0.9
0.3
1.2
0.4
1.5
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Sensor technology
4 Introduction to sensor technology
D-13504-2010
The heart of every measuring instrument is its sensor. The sensor is crucial in
determining the quality of measurements, and therefore it has a fundamental influence
on the safety of the user. The development and production of sensors is part of
Dräger’s core competence.
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4.1 Selecting the proper measurement method
Selecting the correct measuring principle is essential when detecting dangerous gases. Every
measuring principle has its own strengths and limits, and each is better for particular groups
of gases (flammable/toxic gases and oxygen). For this reason, it is important to ask which
gases/vapors occur in the workplace Generally speaking, we differentiate between the
following gas risks:
Risk of explosion
– Wherever flammable gases and vapors occur, there is an increased risk of explosion.
Typical areas for this include mining, refineries, the chemical industry, and many others.
Infrared and catalytic bead sensors are used to detect this type of risk. These sensors
usually detect gas concentrations in the LEL (lower explosure level) range, but some of
them can also be used for the 100 Vol.-% range.
Lack or excess of oxygen
– A lack of oxygen is life-threatening. An excess of oxygen can affect the flammability of
materials and can even cause auto-ignition. Electrochemical sensors are used to measure
oxygen. Their measuring range is from between 0 and 25 Vol.-% all the way up to
100 Vol.-%.
Toxicity
– Poisonous substances can occur anywhere – in industrial production and processing, in
transport (rail, road, ship), in the case of incomplete combustion (CO), and also as a
result of completely naturally processes such as rotting and decomposition of biomass.
Electrochemical and PID sensors are used to detect toxic gases.
The decision about which sensor type is the right one for a particular application also depends
on other factors such as:
– What other hazardous material are present (cross-sensitivity)?
– Is it necessary to measure hazardous material selectively, or is it more sensible to measure
a complete parameter?
64-19-7
108-24-7
67-64-1
98-86-2
107-02-8
107-13-1
107-05-1
107-18-6
7785-26-4
7664-41-7
62-53-3
Acetic acid
Acetic anhydride
Acetone
Acetophenone
Acrolein
Acrylonitrile
Allyl chloride
Allylalcohol
Alpha-pinene
Ammonia
Aniline
data known
Sensitivity not yet determined
75-07-0
Acetaldehyde
Sensitivity
CAS NO.
CHEMICAL
DESIGNATION
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
6
SMART CAT EX (HC PR) 8 1
2
68 970
SMART CAT EX (PR)
12
9
6
SMART CAT EX (FR PR) 8 1 80
2
68 975
CAT EX 125 PR
1
2
68 950
CAT EX 125 MINING
11
9
7
0
10
9
CAT EX
■
SMART IR-EX
■
IR-EX
SMART IR-CO2
16
■
SMART IR-CO2 HC
83
CAT EX SENSOR 2
■
IR-CO2
68
10
68 46
12 0
18
6
0
8
10
68 599
1
0
68 590
12
19
0
96
0
IR
11
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
PID
■
■
83
10,6 EV LAMP
68
DUAL IR-EX/CO2
7
30
83
MULTI PID II
18
7
10
0
MULTI PID II
18
31
19
83
SMART PID
11,7 EV LAMP
68 10 888
68 09 145
XS EC NH3
68 09 522
XXS NH3
68 11 535
68 09 115
XS EC Organic Vapors
XS EC Organic Vapors
68 11 535
XXS OV-A
XXS OV-A
ORDER NO.
EC
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Sensors
4.2 Overview of detectable vapors and gases
71-43-2
100-47-0
100-51-6
92-52-4
7726-95-6
106-94-5
75-25-2
106-97-8
75-28-5
115-11-7
106-99-0
78-93-3
Benzene
Benzonitrile
Benzylalcohol
Biphenyl
Bromine
1-Bromopropane
Bromoform (Tribromomethane)
n-Butane
i-Butane
i-Butene
1,3-Butadiene
Butanone
data known
Sensitivity not yet determined
7784-42-1
Arsine
Sensitivity
CAS NO.
CHEMICAL
DESIGNATION
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
IR
■
6
SMART CAT EX (HC PR) 8 1
2
97
6
0
8
SMART CAT EX (PR)
12
9
6
SMART CAT EX (FR PR) 8 1 80
2
68 975
CAT EX 125 PR
12
68 950
CAT EX 125 MINING
11
83 970
CAT EX SENSOR 2
16
10
9
68
SMART IR-EX
10
68 46
IR-EX
12 0
18
6
0
8
SMART IR-CO2 HC
10
68 599
SMART IR-CO2
1
0
68 590
IR-CO2
12
1
9
0
96
0
CAT EX
■
10,6 EV LAMP
11
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
83
11,7 EV LAMP
68
DUAL IR-EX/CO2
7
30
83
MULTI PID II
18
7
10
0
MULTI PID II
18
31
19
83
SMART PID
PID
6811530
6809115
XS EC Organic Vapors
68 09 165
XXS OV
68 10 890
68 10 886
XXS PH3
XS EC Cl2
68 09 135
XS EC Hydride
XXS Cl2
ORDER NO.
EC
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123-86-4
141-32-2
71-36-3
109-79-5
75-66-1
513-53-1
124-38-9
75-15-0
630-08-0
n-Butyl acetate
n-Butyl acrylate
n-Butylalcohol
n-Butyl mercaptan (Butanethiol)
tert. Butyl mercaptane
sec. Butyl mercaptane
Carbon dioxide
Carbon disulfide
Carbon monoxide
data known
Sensitivity not yet determined
112-07-2
2-Butoxyethyl acetate
Sensitivity
CAS NO.
CHEMICAL
DESIGNATION
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
IR
■
■
■
6
SMART CAT EX (HC PR) 8 1
2
97
6
0
8
SMART CAT EX (PR)
12
98
6
0
SMART CAT EX (FR PR) 8
1
2
68 975
CAT EX 125 PR
12
68 950
CAT EX 125 MINING
11
83 970
CAT EX SENSOR 2
16
10
9
68
SMART IR-EX
10
68 460
IR-EX
1
2
18
6
0
8
SMART IR-CO2 HC
10
68 599
SMART IR-CO2
1
0
68 590
IR-CO2
12
19
0
96
0
CAT EX
11
■
10,6 EV LAMP
■
■
■
■
■
■
PID
83
11,7 EV LAMP
68
DUAL IR-EX/CO2
7
30
83
MULTI PID II
18
7
10
0
MULTI PID II
18
31
19
83
SMART PID
68 11 950
68 12 010
XXS CO HC
68 09 175
XS EC CO2
XXS CO H2-CP
68 10 889
XXS CO2
68 11 410
68 12 535
XXS Odorant
68 10 882
68 09 200
XS EC Odorant
XXS H2S/CO
68 12 535
XXS CO
68 09 200
XXS Odorant
ORDER NO.
XS EC Odorant
EC
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Sensors
106-89-8
1-Chlorine-2,3 epoxypropane
78-95-5
108-90-7
Chloroacetone
Chlorobenzene
data known
Sensitivity not yet determined
10049-04-4
Chlorine dioxide
Sensitivity
106-47-8
4-Chloroaniline
(Epichlorohydrin)
7782-50-5
CAS NO.
Chlorine
Carbon monoxide
CHEMICAL
DESIGNATION
6
SMART CAT EX (HC PR) 8 1
2
68 970
SMART CAT EX (PR)
12
9
6
SMART CAT EX (FR PR) 8 1 80
2
68 975
CAT EX 125 PR
1
2
68 950
CAT EX 125 MINING
11
9
7
0
10
9
CAT EX
■
■
■
PID
■
83
10,6 EV LAMP
IR-CO2
SMART IR-CO2
SMART IR-CO2 HC
IR-EX
SMART IR-EX
16
83
CAT EX SENSOR 2
11
68
DUAL IR-EX/CO2
7
30
83
MULTI PID II
18
7
10
0
MULTI PID II
18
31
19
83
SMART PID
11,7 EV LAMP
68
10
68 46
12 0
18
6
0
8
10
68 599
1
0
68 590
12
19
0
96
0
IR
68 10 030
68 10 890
68 09 165
68 11 530
68 09 522
XS CO microPac
XXS Cl2
XS EC Cl2
XXS OV
XS EC Organic Vapors - A
68 11 360
68 10 258
XS R CO
XS EC ClO2
68 10 365
XS 2 CO
68 10 890
68 09 120
XS EC CO HC
68 09 165
68 09 105
XS EC CO
XXS EC CL2
68 12 212
XXS E CO
XS EC Cl2
ORDER NO.
EC
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108-39-4
95-48-7
4170-30-3
98-82-8
110-82-7
108-94-1
108-91-8
287-92-3
124-18-5
19287-45-7
111-92-2
142-96-1
95-50-1
542-75-6
m-Cresol
o-Cresol
Crotonaldehyde (2-Butenal)
Cumene (Isopropylbenzene)
Cyclohexane
Cyclohexanone
Cyclohexylamine
Cyclopentane
n-Decane
Diborane
Dibutylamine
Dibutylether
1,2-Dichlorobenzene
1,3 Dichloropropene
data known
Sensitivity not yet determined
106-44-5
p-Cresol
Sensitivity
CAS NO.
CHEMICAL
DESIGNATION
■
■
■
■
■
■
6
SMART CAT EX (HC PR) 8 1
2
68 970
SMART CAT EX (PR)
12
9
6
SMART CAT EX (FR PR) 8 1 80
2
68 975
CAT EX 125 PR
1
2
68 950
CAT EX 125 MINING
11
9
7
0
10
9
CAT EX
■
IR-EX
SMART IR-CO2 HC
SMART IR-CO2
16
■
SMART IR-EX
■
IR-CO2
83
CAT EX SENSOR 2
■
11
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
PID
10,6 EV LAMP
68
10
68 46
12 0
18
6
0
8
10
68 599
1
0
68 590
12
19
0
96
0
IR
■
83
11,7 EV LAMP
68
DUAL IR-EX/CO2
7
30
83
MULTI PID II
18
7
10
0
MULTI PID II
18
31
19
83
SMART PID
68 10 886
68 09 135
XS EC Hydride
ORDER NO.
XXS PH3
EC
72|
Sensors
156-60-5
1,2-Dichloroethylene (trans)
75-38-7
124-40-3
123-91-1
624-92-0
115-10-6
540-73-8
75-18-3
1,1-Difluorethylene
Dimethylamine
1,4-Dioxane
Dimethyldisulfide
Dimethyl ether
Dimethyl hydrazine
Dimethylsulfide
d t k o
Sensitivity not yet determined
60-29-7
Diethylether
Sensitivity
109-89-7
Diethylamine
Diesel fuel
CAS NO.
CHEMICAL
DESIGNATION
■
■
■
■
■
■
6
SMART CAT EX (HC PR) 8 1
2
68 970
SMART CAT EX (PR)
12
9
6
SMART CAT EX (FR PR) 8 1 80
2
68 975
CAT EX 125 PR
1
2
68 950
CAT EX 125 MINING
11
9
7
0
10
9
CAT EX
■
SMART IR-EX
■
IR-EX
SMART IR-CO2
SMART IR-CO2 HC
16
IR-CO2
83
CAT EX SENSOR 2
11
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
PID
■
83
10,6 EV LAMP
68
DUAL IR-EX/CO2
7
30
83
MULTI PID II
18
7
10
0
MULTI PID II
18
31
19
83
SMART PID
11,7 EV LAMP
68
10
68 46
12 0
18
6
0
8
10
68 599
1
0
68 590
12
19
0
96
0
IR
68 09 190
68 10 295
68 09 200
68 12 535
XS EC Hydrazine D
XS EC Odorant
XXS Odorant
68 12 535
XS EC Hydrazine
XXS Odorant
68 12 545
68 09 115
XS EC Organic Vapors
XXS Amine
68 11 535
XXS OV-A
68 09 545
68 12 545
XXS Amine
XS EC Amine
68 09 545
ORDER NO.
XS EC Amine
EC
| 73
91-66-7
127-19-5
68-12-2
N,N Diethylanilin
N,N-Dimethylacetamide
N,N-Dimethylformamide (DMF)
74-85-1
74-86-2
141-78-6
140-88-5
75-04-7
100-41-4
Ethene
Ethine
Ethylacetate
Ethyl acrylate
Ethyl amine
Ethylbenzene
data known
Sensitivity not yet determined
64-17-5
Ethanol
Sensitivity
74-84-0
Ethane
Epichlorohydrin (1-Chloro-2,3 Epoxypropane) 106-89-8
CAS NO.
CHEMICAL
DESIGNATION
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
IR
■
■
6
SMART CAT EX (HC PR) 8
1
2
97
6
0
8
SMART CAT EX (PR)
12
9
6
SMART CAT EX (FR PR) 8 1 80
2
68 975
CAT EX 125 PR
12
68 950
CAT EX 125 MINING
11
83 970
CAT EX SENSOR 2
16
10
9
68
SMART IR-EX
10
68 46
IR-EX
12 0
68 180
SMART IR-CO2 HC
10
68 599
SMART IR-CO2
1
0
68 590
IR-CO2
12
1
9
0
96
0
CAT EX
11
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
11,7 EV LAMP
68
DUAL IR-EX/CO2
10,6 EV LAMP
PID
MULTI PID II
83
1
8
83 307
18
31
7
10
0
MULTI PID II
19
83
■
■
SMART PID
68 11 535
68 09 115
XXS OV-A
XS EC Organic Vapors
68 12 545
68 09 115
XS EC Organic Vapors
XXS Amine
68 11 530
XXS OV
68 09 545
68 09 115
XS EC Organic Vapors
XS EC Amine
68 11 535
ORDER NO.
XXS OV-A
EC
74|
Sensors
110-80-5
107-15-3
75-21-8
103-11-7
75-08-1
637-92-3
622-96-8
7782-41-4
50-00-0
Ethyl cellosolve (2-Ethoxyethanol)
Ethylenediamine (1,2-Diaminoethane)
Ethylene oxide
2-Ethylhexylacrylate
Ethyl mercaptan (Ethanethiol)
Ethyl tert butyl ether (ETBE)
4-Ethyltoluene
Fluorine
Formaldehyde
Sensitivity not yet determined
74-96-4
Ethylbromide
Sensitivity
CAS NO.
CHEMICAL
DESIGNATION
6
SMART CAT EX (HC PR) 8 1
2
68 970
SMART CAT EX (PR)
12
9
6
SMART CAT EX (FR PR) 8 1 80
2
68 975
CAT EX 125 PR
1
2
68 950
CAT EX 125 MINING
11
9
7
0
10
9
CAT EX
IR-CO2
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
PID
83
10,6 EV LAMP
SMART IR-CO2
SMART IR-CO2 HC
IR-EX
SMART IR-EX
16
83
CAT EX SENSOR 2
11
68
DUAL IR-EX/CO2
7
30
83
MULTI PID II
18
7
10
0
MULTI PID II
18
31
19
83
SMART PID
11,7 EV LAMP
68
10
68 46
12 0
18
6
0
8
10
68 599
1
0
68 590
12
19
0
96
0
IR
68 10 890
68 09 165
68 11 530
68 09 115
XXS Cl2
XS EC Cl2
XXS OV
XS EC Organic Vapors
68 12 535
68 09 522
XS EC Organic Vapors A
XXS Odorant
68 09 115
XS EC Organic Vapors
68 09 200
68 11 535
XXS OV-A
XS EC Odorant
68 11 530
ORDER NO.
XXS OV
EC
| 75
7782-65-2
302-01-2
592-41-6
142-82-5
107-83-5
110-54-3
1333-74-0
10035-10-6
7647-01-0
Germanium hydride
Hydrazine
1-Hexene
n-Heptane
i-Hexane
n-Hexane
Hydrogen
Hydrogen bromide
Hydrogen chloride
data known
Sensitivity not yet determined
98-01-1
Furfural
Sensitivity
CAS NO.
CHEMICAL
DESIGNATION
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
6
SMART CAT EX (HC PR) 8 1
2
68 970
SMART CAT EX (PR)
12
9
6
SMART CAT EX (FR PR) 8 1 80
2
68 975
CAT EX 125 PR
1
2
68 950
CAT EX 125 MINING
11
9
7
0
10
9
CAT EX
■
■
IR-EX
SMART IR-CO2 HC
SMART IR-CO2
16
■
SMART IR-EX
■
IR-CO2
83
CAT EX SENSOR 2
■
11
■
■
■
■
■
■
PID
10,6 EV LAMP
68
10
68 46
12 0
18
6
0
8
10
68 599
1
0
68 590
12
19
0
96
0
IR
83
11,7 EV LAMP
68
DUAL IR-EX/CO2
7
30
83
MULTI PID II
18
7
10
0
MULTI PID II
18
31
19
83
SMART PID
68 12 025
68 12 370
68 09 185
68 11 365
68 09 140
68 09 140
XXS H2 HC
XXS H2
XS EC H2
XS H2 HC
XS EC HF/ HCI
XS EC HF/ HCI
68 10 295
XS EC Hydrazine D
68 11 950
68 09 190
XS EC Hydrazine
XXS CO H2-CP
68 09 135
ORDER NO.
XS EC Hydride
EC
76|
Sensors
7664-39-3
7722-84-1
7783-06-4
7783-07-5
Hydrogen fluoride
Hydrogen peroxide
Hydrogen sulfide
Hydrogen selenide
Sensitivity not yet determined
74-90-8
Hydrogen cyanide
Sensitivity
CAS NO.
CHEMICAL
DESIGNATION
6
SMART CAT EX (HC PR) 8 1
2
68 970
SMART CAT EX (PR)
12
9
6
SMART CAT EX (FR PR) 8 1 80
2
68 975
CAT EX 125 PR
1
2
68 950
CAT EX 125 MINING
11
9
7
0
10
9
CAT EX
■
■
PID
83
10,6 EV LAMP
IR-CO2
SMART IR-CO2
SMART IR-CO2 HC
IR-EX
SMART IR-EX
16
83
CAT EX SENSOR 2
11
68
DUAL IR-EX/CO2
7
30
83
MULTI PID II
18
7
10
0
MULTI PID II
18
31
19
83
SMART PID
11,7 EV LAMP
68
10
68 46
12 0
18
6
0
8
10
68 599
1
0
68 590
12
19
0
96
0
IR
68 12 015
68 12 213
68 09 110
68 09 180
XXS H2S HC
XXS E H2S
XS EC H2S 100
XS EC H2S HC
68 10 032
68 11 525
XXS H2S LC
68 10 260
68 11 410
XS H2S microPac
68 10 883
XXS H2S
XXS H2S/CO
XS R H2S 100
68 09 170
XS EC H2O2
68 10 575
68 09 140
XS EC HF/ HCI
68 10 370
68 09 150
XS EC HCN
XS 2 H2S
68 10 887
XXS HCN
XS 2 H2S SR
ORDER NO.
EC
| 77
data known
Sensitivity
Sensitivity not yet determined
■
■
■
108-20-3
Isopropyl ether
109-59-1
Isopropyl cellosolve
Jet Fuel
■
108-21-4
Isopropyl acetate
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
Isoprene (2-Methyl-1,3-Butadiene) 78-79-5
78-78-4
Isopentane
78-84-2
110-19-0
■
■
Isobutyraldehyde
■
Isobutyl acetate
■
■
115-11-7
Isobutene
■
■
123-92-2
13463-40-6
■
■
PID
Isoamyl acetate
16
83
CAT EX SENSOR 2
Iron pentacarbonyl
IR-EX
SMART IR-CO2
74-88-4
SMART IR-CO2 HC
Iodomethane
SMART IR-EX
IR
IR-CO2
68
10
68 46
12 0
18
6
0
8
10
68 599
1
0
68 590
12
19
0
96
0
11
123-42-2
4-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-pentanone
6
SMART CAT EX (HC PR) 8 1
2
68 970
SMART CAT EX (PR)
12
9
6
SMART CAT EX (FR PR) 8 1 80
2
68 975
CAT EX 125 PR
1
2
68 950
CAT EX 125 MINING
11
9
7
0
10
9
CAT EX
10,6 EV LAMP
(Diaceton alcohol)
CAS NO.
CHEMICAL
DESIGNATION
83
11,7 EV LAMP
68
DUAL IR-EX/CO2
7
30
83
MULTI PID II
18
7
10
0
MULTI PID II
18
31
19
83
SMART PID
68 11 535
68 09 522
XS EC Organic Vapors
ORDER NO.
XXS OV-A
EC
78|
Sensors
108-65-6
1-Methoxy-2-propylacetate
109-86-4
67-56-1
79-20-9
74-83-9
74-87-3
78-93-3
108-10-1
2-Methoxy-ethanol
Methylalcohol (Methanol)
Methyl acetate
Methyl bromide (Bromomethane)
Methyl chloride
Methyl ethyl ketone
Methyl isobutyl ketone
data known
Sensitivity not yet determined
872-50-4
1-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone
Sensitivity
107-98-2
1-Methoxy-Propanol-2
Ether acetate (PGMEA)
Propylene glycol monomethyl
74-82-8
CAS NO.
Methane
(50 % Propane + 50 % n-Butane)
Liquefied gas
CHEMICAL
DESIGNATION
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
6
SMART CAT EX (HC PR) 8 1
2
68 970
SMART CAT EX (PR)
12
9
6
SMART CAT EX (FR PR) 8 1 80
2
68 975
CAT EX 125 PR
1
2
68 950
CAT EX 125 MINING
11
9
7
0
10
9
CAT EX
■
■
■
■
IR-EX
■
SMART IR-CO2 HC
SMART IR-CO2
16
■
IR-CO2
83
CAT EX SENSOR 2
■
SMART IR-EX
■
11
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
PID
83
10,6 EV LAMP
68
DUAL IR-EX/CO2
7
30
83
MULTI PID II
18
7
10
0
MULTI PID II
18
31
19
83
SMART PID
11,7 EV LAMP
68
10
68 46
12 0
18
6
0
8
10
68 599
1
0
68 590
12
19
0
96
0
IR
68 11 530
68 09 115
XS EC Organic Vapors
ORDER NO.
XXS OV
EC
| 79
110-43-0
1634-04-4
75-09-2
80-62-6
74-89-5
60-34-4
91-20-3
7697-37-2
88-72-2
99-08-1
98-95-3
Methyl n-amyl ketone (2-Heptanone)
Methyl tert-butyl ether (MTBE)
Methylen chloride
Methylmethacrylate
Monomethylamine
Monomethylhydrazine
Napthalene
Nitric acid
2-Nitrotoluene
3-Nitrotoluene
Nitrobenzene
data known
Sensitivity not yet determined
74-93-1
Methyl mercaptan (Methanethiol)
Sensitivity
CAS NO.
CHEMICAL
DESIGNATION
■
■
■
■
IR
6
SMART CAT EX (HC PR) 8 1
2
68 970
SMART CAT EX (PR)
1
2
9
6
SMART CAT EX (FR PR) 8 1 80
2
68 975
CAT EX 125 PR
12
68 950
CAT EX 125 MINING
11
83 970
CAT EX SENSOR 2
16
10
9
68
SMART IR-EX
10
68 46
IR-EX
12 0
68 180
SMART IR-CO2 HC
10
68 599
SMART IR-CO2
1
0
68 590
IR-CO2
12
1
9
0
96
0
CAT EX
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
11,7 EV LAMP
11
68
DUAL IR-EX/CO2
10,6 EV LAMP
PID
MULTI PID II
83
1
8
83 307
18
3
1
7
10
0
MULTI PID II
19
83
■
SMART PID
68 12 545
68 09 190
68 10 295
XXS Amine
XS EC Hydrazine
XS EC Hydrazine D
68 09 140
68 09 545
XS EC Amine
XS EC HF/ HCI
68 09 522
XS EC Organic Vapors A
68 12 535
XXS Odorant
68 11 530
68 09 200
XS EC Odorant
XXS OV
ORDER NO.
EC
80|
Sensors
10102-43-9
111-84-2
111-65-9
540-84-1
Nitrogen monoxide
n-Nonane
n-Octane
iso-Octane
data known
Sensitivity
Oxygen
Sensitivity not yet determined
7782-44-7
10102-44-0
Nitrogen dioxide
(2,2,4-Trimethylpentane)
CAS NO.
CHEMICAL
DESIGNATION
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
IR
6
SMART CAT EX (HC PR) 8 1
2
97
6
0
8
SMART CAT EX (PR)
12
9
6
SMART CAT EX (FR PR) 8 1 80
2
68 975
CAT EX 125 PR
12
68 950
CAT EX 125 MINING
11
83 970
CAT EX SENSOR 2
16
10
9
68
SMART IR-EX
10
68 46
IR-EX
12 0
68 180
SMART IR-CO2 HC
10
68 599
SMART IR-CO2
1
0
68 590
IR-CO2
12
1
9
0
96
0
CAT EX
■
■
■
11,7 EV LAMP
10,6 EV LAMP
11
MULTI PID II
19
83
■
■
SMART PID
68
DUAL IR-EX/CO2
■
MULTI PID II
83
1
8
83 307
18
31
7
10
0
PID
68 11 545
68 09 125
XS EC NO
68 09 130
68 09 550
68 10 375
68 10 262
68 10 034
XS EC O2 LS
XS EC O2 100
XS 2 O2
XS R O2 LS
XS O2 miroPac
68 12 211
68 12 600
XXS NO2 LC
XXS NO
68 10 881
68 09 155
XS EC NO2
XXS E O2
68 10 884
XXS NO2
XXS O2
ORDER NO.
EC
| 81
109-66-0
71-41-0
8030-31-7
108-95-2
100-63-0
75-44-5
7803-51-2
7719-12-2
10025-87-3
74-98-6
67-63-0
n-Pentane
Pentylalcohol
Petrol (Gasoline)
Phenol
Phenyl hydrazine
Phosgene
Phosphine
Phosphorous trichloride
Phosphorous trichlorideoxide
Propane
i-Propanol (Isopropanol)
data known
Sensitivity not yet determined
10028-15-6
Ozon
Sensitivity
CAS NO.
CHEMICAL
DESIGNATION
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
6
SMART CAT EX (HC PR) 8 1
2
68 970
SMART CAT EX (PR)
12
9
6
SMART CAT EX (FR PR) 8 1 80
2
68 975
CAT EX 125 PR
1
2
68 950
CAT EX 125 MINING
11
9
7
0
10
9
CAT EX
■
■
■
IR-EX
■
■
SMART IR-CO2 HC
SMART IR-CO2
16
■
SMART IR-EX
■
IR-CO2
83
CAT EX SENSOR 2
■
11
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
PID
10,6 EV LAMP
68
10
68 46
12 0
18
6
0
8
10
68 599
1
0
68 590
12
19
0
96
0
IR
■
83
11,7 EV LAMP
68
DUAL IR-EX/CO2
7
30
83
MULTI PID II
18
7
10
0
MULTI PID II
18
31
19
83
SMART PID
68 12 020
68 09 140
68 09 140
XXS PH3 HC
XS EC HF/ HCI
XS EC HF/ HCI
68 09 115
68 10 886
XXS PH3
68 11 530
68 09 535
XS EC PH3
XS EC Organic Vapors
68 09 135
XS EC Hydride
XXS OV
68 08 582
68 11 540
XXS Ozon
XS EC COCl2
ORDER NO.
EC
82|
Sensors
115-07-1
123-38-6
109-60-4
75-56-9
7803-62-5
100-42-5
7446-09-5
127-18-4
78-00-2
109-99-9
Propene
Propionaldehyde (Propanal)
n-Propyl acetate
Propylene Oxide (1,2 Epoxy propane)
Silane
Styrene
Sulphur dioxide
Tetrachloroethylene (PCE)
Tetraethyl lead
Tetrahydrofuran
data known
Sensitivity not yet determined
71-23-8
n-Propanol
Sensitivity
CAS NO.
CHEMICAL
DESIGNATION
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
6
SMART CAT EX (HC PR) 8 1
2
68 970
SMART CAT EX (PR)
12
9
6
SMART CAT EX (FR PR) 8 1 80
2
68 975
CAT EX 125 PR
1
2
68 950
CAT EX 125 MINING
11
9
7
0
10
9
CAT EX
■
SMART IR-EX
■
IR-CO2
SMART IR-CO2 HC
IR-EX
16
■
SMART IR-CO2
83
CAT EX SENSOR 2
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
PID
■
83
10,6 EV LAMP
11
68
DUAL IR-EX/CO2
7
30
83
MULTI PID II
18
7
10
0
MULTI PID II
18
31
19
83
SMART PID
11,7 EV LAMP
68
10
68 46
12 0
18
6
0
8
10
68 599
1
0
68 590
12
19
0
96
0
IR
68 10 886
68 09 135
68 11 530
68 09 522
68 10 885
68 09 160
XXS PH3
XS EC Hydride
XXS OV
XS EC Organic Vapors A
XXS SO2
XS EC SO2
68 11 530
68 09 115
XS EC Organic Vapors
XXS OV
68 11 530
68 09 115
XS EC Organic Vapors
XXS OV
68 11 530
ORDER NO.
XXS OV
EC
| 83
110-02-1
108-88-3
95-53-4
584-84-9
67-66-3
79-01-6
121-44-8
75-50-3
108-67-8
108-05-4
Thiophene
Toluene
o-Toluidine
2,4-Toluene diisocyanate
Trichlormethane (Chloroform)
Trichloroethylene
Triethylamine
Trimethylamine
1,3,5-Trimethylbenzene
Vinyl acetate
data known
Sensitivity not yet determined
110-01-0
Tetrahydrothiophene
Sensitivity
CAS NO.
CHEMICAL
DESIGNATION
■
■
■
■
■
IR
■
6
SMART CAT EX (HC PR) 8 1
2
97
6
0
8
SMART CAT EX (PR)
12
98
6
0
SMART CAT EX (FR PR) 8
1
2
68 975
CAT EX 125 PR
12
68 950
CAT EX 125 MINING
11
83 970
CAT EX SENSOR 2
16
10
9
6
8
SMART IR-EX
10
68 460
IR-EX
12
68 180
SMART IR-CO2 HC
10
68 599
SMART IR-CO2
1
0
68 590
IR-CO2
12
1
9
0
96
0
CAT EX
10,6 EV LAMP
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
19
11,7 EV LAMP
83
■
■
SMART PID
11
68
DUAL IR-EX/CO2
■
MULTI PID II
■
MULTI PID II
83
1
8
83 307
18
31
7
10
0
PID
68 11 535
68 09 115
68 12 545
XXS Amine
XS EC Organic Vapors
68 09 545
XS EC Amine
XXS OV-A
68 12 545
68 12 535
XXS Odorant
68 09 545
68 09 200
XS EC Odorant
XXS Amine
68 09 195
XS EC THT
XS EC Amine
ORDER NO.
EC
84|
75-35-4
1330-20-7
Vinylidene chloride (1,1-DCE)
Xylene
Sensitivity not yet determined
75-01-4
Vinyl chloride (Chloroethylene)
data known
593-60-2
Vinyl bromide
Sensitivity
CAS NO.
CHEMICAL
DESIGNATION
■
■
CAT EX
■
6
SMART CAT EX (HC PR) 8 1
2
68 970
SMART CAT EX (PR)
12
9
6
SMART CAT EX (FR PR) 8 1 80
2
68 975
CAT EX 125 PR
1
2
68 950
CAT EX 125 MINING
11
9
7
0
10
9
CAT EX SENSOR 2
IR
SMART IR-EX
IR-EX
SMART IR-CO2 HC
SMART IR-CO2
IR-CO2
DUAL IR-EX/CO2
83
■
■
■
■
PID
83
MULTI PID II
83
MULTI PID II
10,6 EV LAMP
11,7 EV LAMP
16
68
10
68 46
12 0
18
6
0
8
10
68 599
1
0
68 590
12
19
0
96
0
68
83
SMART PID
11
18
18
■
■
19
30
7
31
7
10
0
68 11 530
68 09 115
XS EC Organic Vapors
ORDER NO.
XXS OV
EC
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D-13520-2010
4.3 Dräger CatEx sensors
Under certain circumstances, flammable gases and vapors can be oxidized using
the oxygen in the ambient air, causing heat of the reaction to be released. Typically, this
is achieved through the use of special and suitably heated catalyst material, which
slightly increases its temperature through the resulting heat of reaction. This slight
increase in temperature is a measure of the gas concentration.
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A small platinum coil is embedded in a porous ceramic bead with a diameter of less than
1 mm (0.04 in.). A current flows through the platinum coil, heating the pellistor to several
hundred degrees. If the pellistor contains a suitable catalytic material, then its temperature
will increase in the presence of flammable gases, which in turn causes the resistance of the
platinum coil to increase. This change in resistance can then be evaluated electronically. The
oxygen required for the combustion comes from the ambient air. This sensor works on the
basis of the catalytic bead principle.
D-16400-2009
Catalytic bead sensors
Methane-Molecule
H²O-Molecule
CO²-Molecule
O²-Molecule
Flame
arrestor
Gas
Detector
element
Compensator
element
Reaction
In order to eliminate changes in the ambient temperature, a second pellistor is used with
almost the same structure, but which does not react to gas (it may, for example, contain no
catalytic material). Coupled by a Wheatstone bridge, the two pellistors then form a sensor
circuit, which is largely independent of the ambient temperature, and which can detect the
presence of flammable gases and vapors. Because a catalytic bead sensor contains hot
pellistors, it can – if the lower exposure level (LEL) is exceeded – become a source of
ignition in its own right. This is prevented using a metal sinter disk. If an ignition occurs in
the interior of the catalytic bead sensor, then the sensor's housing withstands the explosion
pressure and the flame is cooled to below the ignition temperature of the gas by the sinter
disk. This ensures that the flame does not penetrate through to the outside of the sensor. If
gas concentrations are far above the LEL (above the stoichiometric mixture ratio), then the
detector’s sensitivity drops, because the ambient oxygen required for combustion is
displaced. This can lead to ambient measurement results. That is why, in Dräger Cat Ex sensors, a compensatory element measures the thermal conduction of the ambient air being monitored, and this differs from the thermal conduction of normal air if a series of gases are present. The variable thus obtained then allows the device to provide a clear reading for the
LEL range. If the device is adjusted and calibrated accordingly, then the thermal
conduction signal can be used to determine the gas concentration of methane between
0 and 100 Vol.-%.
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Dräger CatEx sensors
DrägerSensor® Smart CatEx (HC PR)
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
2 years
Order no. 68 12 970
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Telecommunications, shipping, sewage, gas supply companies, refineries, chemical industry, mining,
landfills, biogas plants, tunneling.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
General technical specifications
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Warm-up time:
2% LEL / 0.1 Vol.-%
1.0% LEL for the measuring range 0 to 100% LEL
0.02 Vol.-% for the measuring range 0 to 5 Vol.-% CH4 (methane)
1 Vol.-% for the measuring range 5 to 100 Vol.-% CH4 (methane)
0 to 100% LEL or
0 to 100 Vol.-% CH4 (methane)
(–20 to 55)°C (–4 to 131)°F
(10 to 95)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ 5 minutes
FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100% LEL WHEN CALIBRATED WITH
METHANE IN AIR:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Linearity error
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Effect of sensor poisons:
Test gas:
≤ 15 seconds at 25 °C (77 °F) (T50)
≤ 25 seconds at 25 °C (77 °F) (T90)
≤ ± 1% LEL
≤ ± 2.5% of measured value
≤ ± 2% LEL (0–40% LEL)
≤ ± 5% of measured value (40–100% LEL)
≤ ± 1% LEL/month
≤ ± 2% LEL/month
≤ ± 0.1% LEL/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.3% of measured value/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.03% LEL/% RH
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/% RH
Hydrogen sulphide H2S 1000 ppmh ≤ ± 5 % of measured value
Hexamethyldisiloxane HMDS 10 ppmh ≤ ± 5 % of measured value
Hexamethyldisiloxane HMDS 30 ppmh ≤ ± 20 % of measured value
After an exposure of 10 ppm HDMS for 5 hours, the sensivity loss is
less than 50 %. Halogenated hydrocarbons, heavy metals, substances containing silicone or sulfur, or substances that can polymerize
➝ potential poisoning. 4.5 Vol.-% CO2 ≤ ± 4% of measured value
approx. 2 Vol.-% or 50 Vol.-% CH4 test gas
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FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100% LEL WHEN CALIBRATED WITH
PROPANE IN AIR:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Linearity error:
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
≤ 20 seconds at 25°C (77° F) (T50)
≤ 40 seconds at 25°C (77° F) (T90)
≤ ± 1% LEL
≤ ± 2.5% of measured value
≤ ± 4% LEL (0–40% LEL)
≤ ± 10% of measured value (40–100% LEL)
≤ ± 4% LEL/month
≤ ± 1% LEL/month
≤ ± 0.1% LEL/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.3% of measured value/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.04% LEL/% RH
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/% RH
FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100 VOL.-% CH 4:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Linearity error:
0 to 2 Vol.-%
2 to 5 Vol.-%
5 to 50 Vol.-%
50 to 100 Vol.-%
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity 0 to 5 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 5 to 50 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 50 to 100 Vol.-%
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity 0 to 5 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 5 to 50 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 50 to 100 Vol.-%
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity 0 to 5 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 5 to 50 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 50 to 100 Vol.-%
≤ 30 seconds at 25°C (77° F) at 0 to 5 Vol.-%
≤ 45 seconds at 25°C (77° F) at 5 to 100 Vol.-%
≤ ± 0.05 Vol.-%
≤ ± 2.5% of measured value
≤ ± 0.1 Vol.-%
≤ ± 10% of measured value
≤ ± 5 Vol.-%
≤ ± 10% of measured value
≤ ± 0.15 Vol.-%/month
≤ ± 5% of measured value/month
≤ ± 3 Vol.-%/month
≤ ± 5% of measured value/month
≤ ± 0.005 Vol.-%/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.5% of measured value/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.15 Vol.-%/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.3% of measured value/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.0025 Vol.-%/RH
≤ ± 0.2% of measured value/% RH
≤ ± 0.1 Vol.-%/% RH
≤ ± 0.2% of measured value/% RH
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100% LEL WHEN CALIBRATED WITH
NONANE IN AIR:
Response time, rising:
Response time, declining:
≤ 60 seconds (T50) at 25 °C (77 °F)
≤ 320 seconds (T90) at 25 °C (77 °F)
≤ 130 seconds (T50) at 25 °C (77 °F)
≤ 1000 seconds (T90) at 25 °C (77 °F)
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
The DrägerSensor® Smart CatEx (HC PR) is used to detect flammable gases and vapors in the
ambient air: LEL monitoring or, in the case of methane, also Vol.-% monitoring. It has an excellent
poison resistance against hydrogen sulphide, siloxiane and other sensor poisons. These sensors have
been tested according to EN 61779-1 and EN 61779-4 for methane, propane, and nonane for 0–100%
LEL, and for 0–100 Vol.-% for methane in accordance with EN 61779-1 and EN 61779-5.
Substance-specific data is stored in the data memory for 35 different gases and vapors.
DETECTING OTHER GASES AND VAPORS
Through the use of cross sensitivities for the measurement range of 0 to 100% LEL. The figures
given are typical readings when calibrated with methane (CH4) and apply to new sensors without
additional diffusion barriers. A LEL of 4.4 Vol.-% was used for methane. If an LEL of 5.0 Vol.-% is used,
then the figures in the table must be multiplied by a factor of 0.88. The table does not claim to be
complete. The sensor may also be sensitive to other gases and vapors.
Gas/vapor
Chem. symbol
Acetone
1,3-butadiene
Acetic acid
Ammonia
Benzene
Butane
Butanone
Carbon monoxide
Cyclohexane
Cyclopentane
CH3COCH3
CH2CHCHCH2
CH3COOH
NH3
C6H6
C4H10
CH3COC2H5
CO
C6H12
C5H10
Test gas concentration
in Vol.-%
1.25
0.70
3.00
7.70
0.60
0.70
0.75
5.45
0.50
0.70
Displayed
reading in % LEL
31
26
23
58
22
27
22
41
21
27
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Gas/vapor
Chem. symbol
Test gas concentration
in Vol.-%
Diethyl ether
Diethylamine
Ethane
Ethanol
Ethene
Ethyl acetate
Ethine
Heptane
Hexane
Hydrogen
1-Methoxy-Propanol-2
Methane
Methanol
Methyl tert-butyl ether (MTBE)
n-butanol
n-butyl acetate
Nonane
Octane
Pentane
Pentanol
Propane
Propanol
Propene
Propylene oxide
Styrol
Toluene
Xylene
(C2H5)2O
(C2H5)2NH
C 2 H6
C2H5OH
C2H4
CH3COOC2H5
C2H2
C7H16
C6H14
H2
C4H10O2
CH4
CH3OH
CH3OC(CH3)3
C4H9OH
CH3COOC4H9
C9H20
C8H18
C5H12
C5H11OH
C3H8
C3H7OH
C3H6
C3H6O
C6H5CHCH2
C6H5CH3
C6H4(CH3)2
0.85
0.85
1.20
1.55
1.20
1.00
1.15
0.40
0.50
2.00
0.90
2.20
3.00
0.80
0.70
0.60
0.35
0.40
0.55
0.60
0.85
0.60
1.00
0.95
0.50
0.50
0.55
Displayed
reading
in % LEL
24
26
34
31
36
24
34
18
21
48
22
50
39
27
19
17
13
17
21
19
28
19
32
23
15
19
19
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Dräger CatEx sensors
DrägerSensor® Smart CatEx (PR)
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
2 years
Order no. 68 12 980
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Telecommunications, shipping, sewage, gas supply companies, refineries, chemical industry, mining,
landfills, biogas plants, tunneling.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
General technical specifications
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Warm-up time:
2% LEL / 0.1 Vol.-%
1.0% LEL for the measuring range 0 to 100% LEL,
0.02 Vol.-% for the measuring range 0 to 5 Vol.-% CH4 (methane)
0 to 100% LEL
(–20 to 55)°C (–4 to 131)°F
(10 to 95)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ 5 minutes
FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100% LEL WHEN CALIBRATED WITH
METHANE IN AIR:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Linearity error:
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Effect of sensor poisons:
Test gas:
≤ 15 seconds at 25 °C (77 °F) (T50)
≤ 25 seconds at 25 °C (77 °F) (T90)
≤ ± 1% LEL
≤ ± 2.5% of measured value
≤ ± 2% LEL (0–40% LEL)
≤ ± 5% of measured value (40–100% LEL)
≤ ± 1% LEL/month
≤ ± 2% LEL/month
≤ ± 0.1% LEL/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.3% of measured value/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.03% LEL/% RH
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/% RH
Hydrogen sulphide H2S 1000 ppmh ≤ ± 5 % of measured value
Hexamethyldisiloxane HMDS 10 ppmh ≤ ± 5 % of measured value
Hexamethyldisiloxane HMDS 30 ppmh ≤ ± 20 % of measured value
After an exposure of 10 ppm HDMS for 5 hours, the sensivity loss
is less than 50 %. Halogenated hydrocarbons, heavy metals, substances containing silicone or sulfur, or substances that can polymerize ➝ potential poisoning. 4.5 Vol.-% CO2 ≤ ± 4% of measured
value
approx. 2 Vol.-% CH4 test gas
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FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100% LEL WHEN CALIBRATED WITH
PROPANE IN AIR:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Linearity error:
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
≤ 20 seconds at 25°C (77° F) (T50)
≤ 40 seconds at 25°C (77° F) (T90)
≤ ± 1% LEL
≤ ± 2.5% of measured value
≤ ± 4% LEL (0–40% LEL)
≤ ± 10% of measured value (40–100% LEL)
≤ ± 4% LEL/month
≤ ± 1% LEL/month
≤ ± 0.1% LEL/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.3% of measured value/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.04% LEL/% RH
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/% RH
FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100% LEL WHEN CALIBRATED WITH
NONANE IN AIR:
Response time, rising:
Response time, declining:
≤ 60 seconds (T50) at 25°C (77° F)
≤ 320 seconds (T90) at 25°C (77° F)
≤ 130 seconds (T50) at 25°C (77° F)
≤ 1000 seconds (T90) at 25°C (77° F)
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
The DrägerSensor® Smart CatEx (PR) is used to detect flammable gases and vapors around the LEL
in the ambient air. It has an excellent poison resistance against hydrogen sulphide, siloxiane and other
sensor poisons. These sensors have been tested according to EN 61779-1 and EN 61779-4 for methane,
propane, and nonane for a range of 0–100% LEL. Substance-specific data is stored in the data
memory for 35 different gases and vapors.
DETECTING OTHER GASES AND VAPORS
Through the use of cross sensitivities for the measurement range of 0 to 100% LEL. The figures
given are typical readings when calibrated with methane (CH4) and apply to new sensors without
additional diffusion barriers. A LEL of 4.4 Vol.-% was used for methane. If a LEL of 5.0 Vol.-% is used,
then the figures in the table must be multiplied by a factor of 0.88. The table does not claim to be
complete. The sensor may also be sensitive to other gases and vapors.
Gas/vapor
Chem. symbol
Test gas concentration
in Vol.-%
Acetone
1,3-butadiene
Acetic acid
Ammonia
Benzene
Butane
Butanone
Carbon monoxide
Cyclohexane
Cyclopentane
Diethyl ether
Diethylamine
Ethane
Ethanol
Ethene
Ethyl acetate
Ethine
Heptane
Hexane
Hydrogen
1-Methoxy-Propanol-2
Methane
Methanol
Methyl tert-butyl ether (MTBE)
n-butanol
CH3COCH3
CH2CHCHCH2
CH3COOH
NH3
C6H6
C4H10
CH3COC2H5
CO
C6H12
C5H10
(C2H5)2O
(C2H5)2NH
C2H6
C2H5OH
C2H4
CH3COOC2H5
C2H2
C7H16
C6H14
H2
C4H10O2
CH4
CH3OH
CH3OC(CH3)3
C4H9OH
1.25
0.70
3.00
7.70
0.60
0.70
0.75
5.45
0.50
0.70
0.85
0.85
1.20
1.55
1.20
1.00
1.15
0.40
0.50
2.00
0.90
2.20
3.00
0.80
0.70
Displayed
reading in %
LEL
31
26
23
58
22
27
22
41
21
27
24
26
34
31
36
24
34
18
21
48
22
50
39
27
19
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Gas/vapor
Chem. symbol
Test gas concentration
in Vol.-%
n-butyl acetate
Nonane
Octane
Pentane
Pentanol
Propane
Propanol
Propene
Propylene oxide
Styrol
Toluene
Xylene
CH3COOC4H9
C9H20
C8H18
C5H12
C5H11OH
C3H8
C3H7OH
C3H6
C3H6O
C6H5CHCH2
C6H5CH3
C6H4(CH3)2
0.60
0.35
0.40
0.55
0.60
0.85
0.60
1.00
0.95
0.50
0.50
0.55
Displayed
reading
in % LEL
17
13
17
21
19
28
19
32
23
15
19
19
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Dräger CatEx sensors
DrägerSensor® Smart CatEx (FR PR)
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
2 years
Order no. 68 12 975
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Gas supply companies (methane leak detection), telecommunications, shipping, sewage, refineries,
chemical industry, mining, landfills, biogas plants, tunneling.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
General technical specifications
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Warm-up time:
2% LEL/0.1 Vol.-%
1.0% LEL for the measuring range 0 to 100% LEL
0.02 Vol.-% for the measuring range 0 to 5 Vol.-% CH4 (methane)
1 Vol.-% for the measuring range 5 to 100 Vol.-% CH4 (methane)
0 to 100% LEL or
0 to 100 Vol.-% CH4 (methane)
(–20 to 55)°C (–4 to 131)°F
(10 to 95)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ 5 minutes
FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100% LEL WHEN CALIBRATED WITH
METHANE IN AIR:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Linearity error:
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Effect of sensor poisons:
≤ 7 seconds at 25 °C (77 °F) (T50)
≤ 9 seconds at 25 °C (77 °F) (T90)
≤ ± 1% LEL
≤ ± 2.5% of measured value
≤ ± 4% LEL (0–40% LEL)
≤ ± 10% of measured value (40–100% LEL)
≤ ± 1% LEL/month
≤ ± 1% LEL/month
≤ ± 0.1% LEL/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.2% of measured value/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.05% LEL/% RH
≤ ± 0.3% of measured value/% RH
Hydrogen sulphide H2S 1000 ppmh ≤ ± 5 % of measured value
Hexamethyldisiloxane HMDS 10 ppmh ≤ ± 5 % of measured value
Hexamethyldisiloxane HMDS 30 ppmh ≤ ± 20 % of measured value
After an exposure of 10 ppm HDMS for 5 hours, the sensivity loss is
less than 50 %. Halogenated hydrocarbons, heavy metals, substances containing silicone or sulfur, or substances that can polymerize
➝ potential poisoning. 4.5 Vol.-% CO2 ≤ ± 4% of measured value
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FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100 VOL.-% CH 4:
Response time:
≤ 14 seconds at 25°C (77° F) (T90) at 0 to 5 Vol.-%
≤ 18 seconds at 25°C (77° F) (T90) at 5 to 100 Vol.-%
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Linearity error:
0 to 2 Vol.-%
2 to 5 Vol.-%
5 to 50 Vol.-%
50 to 100 Vol.-%
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity 0 to 5 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 5 to 50 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 50 to 100 Vol.-%
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity 0 to 5 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 5 to 50 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 50 to 100 Vol.-%
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity 0 to 5 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 5 to 50 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 50 to 100 Vol.-%
Test gas:
≤ ± 0.05 Vol.-%
≤ ± 2.5% of measured value
≤ ± 0.1 Vol.-%
≤ ± 10% of measured value
≤ ± 5 Vol.-%
≤ ± 10% of measured value
≤ ± 0.15 Vol.-%/month
≤ ± 5% of measured value/month
≤ ± 3 Vol.-%/month
≤ ± 5% of measured value/month
≤ ± 0.005 Vol.-%/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.5% of measured value/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.15 Vol.-%/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.3% of measured value/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.0025 Vol.-%/% RH
≤ ± 0.2% of measured value/% RH
≤ ± 0.1 Vol.-%/% RH
≤ ± 0.2% of measured value/% RH
approx. 2 Vol.-% or 50 Vol.-% CH4 test gas
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
The DrägerSensor® Smart CatEx (FR PR) is especially suitable for detecting leaks on account of its fast response time (T90) of less than 9 seconds for methane. Like all other Smart CatEx sensors, it is also suitable
for detecting flammable gases and vapors around the LEL in the ambient air. It has an excellent poison
resistance against hydrogen sulphide, siloxiane and other sensor poisons.
Response time of DrägerSensor CatEx FR
in X-am 7000
Sensor 1
30000
Sensor 2
20000
15000
D-27833-2009
(ppm Methane)
25000
10000
5000
0
0
10
20
30
40
(sec)
50
60
70
80
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Dräger CatEx sensors
DrägerSensor® CatEx 125 PR
Used in
Dräger X-am 1/2/5000
Plug & Play
–
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
2 years
Order no. 68 12 950
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Telecommunications, shipping, sewage, gas supply companies, refineries, chemical industry, mining,
landfills, biogas plants, sewage treatment plants, tunneling.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
General technical specifications
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Warm-up time:
1% LEL/0.05 Vol.-%
1.0% LEL for measuring range 0 to 100% LEL,
0.1 Vol.-% for measuring range 0 to 5 Vol.-% CH4 (methane)
0 to 100% LEL in Dräger X-am 1700/2000/500
0 to 100 Vol.% CH4 (methane) in Dräger X-am 5000
(–20 to 55)°C (–4 to 131)°F
(10 to 95)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ 3 minutes
FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100% LEL WHEN CALIBRATED WITH
METHANE IN AIR:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Linearity error:
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Effect of sensor poisons:
≤ 17 seconds at 25 °C (77 °F) (T90)
≤ 7 seconds at 25 °C (77 °F) (T50)
typical values for X-am 2000 T90 at 25 °C (77 °F) ≤ 12 seconds
typical values for X-am 5000 T90 at 25 °C (77 °F) ≤ 10 seconds
≤ ± 1% LEL
≤ ± 1.5% LEL (0–50 % LEL)
≤ ± 2% LEL (0–90% LEL)
≤ ± 2% LEL/month typical value in X-am 2000/5000 ≤ 1 % LEL/month
≤ ± 2% LEL/month typical value in X-am 2000/5000 ≤ 1 % LEL/month
≤ ± 0.1% LEL/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.2% of measured value/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 1% LEL
≤ ± 2% LEL, effect of humidity when calibrating at 0% relative
humidity in the range of 10–90 % at 40°C)
Hydrogen sulphide H2S, 1000 ppmh ≤ ±2% of the measured value
Hexamethyldisiloxane HMDS 10 ppmh ≤ ±5 % of the measured value
Hexamethyldisiloxane HMDS 30 ppmh ≤ ±20 % of the measured
value. After an exposure to HMDS of 10 ppm for 5 hours, the loss of
sensitivity is less than 50%. Halogenated hydrocarbons, volatile substances containing sulphur, heavy metals and silicon, or substances
capable of polymerisation poisoning possible.
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FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100% LEL WHEN CALIBRATED WITH
PROPANE IN AIR:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
≤ 10 seconds at 25°C (77° F) (T50)
≤ 32 seconds at 25°C (77° F) (T90)
typical values for X-am 2000 T90 at 25 °C (77 °F) ≤ 24 seconds
typical values for X-am 5000 T90 at 25 °C (77 °F) ≤ 14 seconds
1 % LEL
1 % LEL (0–50 % LEL)
≤ ± 2% LEL/month
≤ ± 2% LEL/month
≤ ± 0.1% LEL/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.01% LEL/% RH
≤ ± 0.02% LEL (at 50% LEL and 0–90 % r.H. at 40 °C/104 °F)
FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100 VOL.-% CH 4:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Linearity error:
0 to 2 Vol.-%
2 to 5 Vol.-%
5 to 50 Vol.-%
50 to 100 Vol.-%
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity 0 to 5 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 5 to 50 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 50 to 100 Vol.-%
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity 0 to 5 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 5 to 50 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 50 to 100 Vol.-%
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity 0 to 5 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 5 to 50 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 50 to 100 Vol.-%
Test gas:
≤ 30 seconds at 25°C (77° F) (T90) at 5 to 100 Vol.-%
≤ ± 0.05 Vol.-%
≤ ± 2.5% of measured value
≤ ± 0.1 Vol.-%
≤ ± 10% of measured value
≤ ± 5 Vol.-%
≤ ± 10% of measured value
≤ ± 0.15 Vol.-%/month
≤ ± 5% of measured value/month
≤ ± 3 Vol.-%/month
≤ ± 5% of measured value/month
≤ ± 0.005 Vol.-%/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.5% of measured value/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.15 Vol.-%/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.3% of measured value/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.0025 Vol.-%/RH
≤ ± 0.2% of measured value/% RH
≤ ± 0.1 Vol.-% RH
≤ ± 0.2% of measured value/% RH
approx. 2 Vol.-% or 50 Vol.-% CH4 test gas
100| Dräger CatEx sensors
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
The DrägerSensor® CatEx 125 PR (Poison Resistant) is used to detect flammable gases and vapors.
The detection of hydrocarbons from methane to nonane is certified by a measurement performance
certificates for use in the Dräger X-am 1/2/5000 series in accordance with EN 60079-29-1 and EN
50271. It also has a small long-term drift, few influence of humidity and excellent poison resistance
against hydrogen sulphide, siloxiane and other sensor poisons.
Ansprechzeit des DrägerSensor CatEx 125 PR
im X-am 5000 bei 45% UEG Methan
50
40
30
20
D-16447-2009
Anzeige (% UEG Methan)
60
10
0
0
30
60
90
120
150
(sec)
180
210
240
270
DETECTING OTHER GASES AND VAPORS
Through the use of cross sensitivities for the measurement range of 0 to 100% LEL. The figures
given are typical readings when calibrated with methane (CH4) and apply to new sensors without
additional diffusion barriers. A LEL of 4.4 Vol.-% was used for methane. If a LEL of 5.0 Vol.-% is used,
then the figures in the table must be multiplied by a factor of 0.88. The table does not claim to be
complete. The sensor may also be sensitive to other gases and vapors.
Gas/vapor
Chem. symbol
Test gas concentration
in Vol.-%
Acetone
Acetic acid
Ammonia
Benzene
Butadiene -1,3
Butane
n-butanol
Butanone
n-butyl acetate
Carbon monoxide
Cyclohexane
Cyclopentane
Diethylamine
CH3COCH3
CH3COOH
NH3
C 6 H6
CH2CHCHCH2
C4H10
C4H9OH
CH3COC2H5
CH3COOC4H9
CO
C6H12
C5H10
(C2H5)2NH
1.25
7.7
6.16
0.6
0.7
0.7
0.7
0.75
0.6
5.45
0.5
0.7
0.85
Displayed
reading
in % LEL
31
57
48
25
27
26
20
22
18
32
21
27
28
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Gas/vapor
Chem. symbol
Test gas concentration
in Vol.-%
Diethyl ether
Ethane
Ethanol
Ethene
Ethine
Ethyl acetate
Heptane
Hexane
Hydrogen
Methane
Methanol
Methyl tert-butyl ether (MTBE)
Nonane
1-Methoxy-Propanol-2Octane
Pentane
Pentanol
Propane
Propanol
Propene
Propylene oxide
Styrene
Toluene
Xylene
(C2H5)2O
C2H6
C2H5OH
C2H4
C2H2
CH3COOC2H5
C7H16
C6H14
H2
CH4
CH3OH
CH3OC(CH3)3
C9H20
C4H10O2
C8H18
C5H12
C5H11OH
C3H8
C3H7OH
C3H6
C3H6O
C6H5CHCH2
C6H5CH3
C6H4(CH3)2
0.85
1.2
1.55
1.2
1.15
1.0
0.4
0.5
2.0
2.2
3.0
0.8
0.35
0.9
0.4
0.55
0.6
0.85
1.00
1.00
0.95
0.5
0.5
0.55
Displayed
reading
in % LEL
27
35
33
36
36
25
17
21
49
50
42
27
15
23
18
22
19
29
27
35
25
11
21
22
102| Dräger CatEx sensors
DrägerSensor® CatEx 125 Mining
Used in
Dräger X-am 5000
Plug & Play
–
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
2 years
Order no. 68 11 970
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Mining, telecommunications, shipping, sewage, gas supply companies, refineries, chemical industry,
landfills, biogas plants, sewage treatment plants, tunneling.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
General technical specifications
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Warm-up time:
2% LEL/0.1 Vol.-%
1.0% LEL for measuring range 0 to 100% LEL,
0.1 Vol.-% for measuring range 0 to 5 Vol.-% CH4 (methane)
0 to 100% LEL or 0 to 100 Vol.-% CH4 (methane)
(–20 to 55)°C (–4 to 131)°F
(10 to 95)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ 5 minutes
FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100% LEL WHEN CALIBRATED WITH
METHANE IN AIR:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
≤ 7 seconds at 25 °C (77 °F) (T50)
≤ 10 seconds at 25 °C (77 °F) (T90)
≤ ± 1% LEL
≤ ± 2.5% of measured value
≤ ± 3% LEL/month
≤ ± 3% LEL/month
≤ ± 0.1% LEL/K
≤ ± 0.2% of measured value/K
≤ ± 0.05% LEL/% RH
≤ ± 0.3% of measured value/% RH
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FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100 VOL.-% CH 4:
Response time:
≤ 30 seconds at 25°C (77° F) (T90) at 0 to 5 Vol.-%
≤ 45 seconds at 25°C (77° F) (T90) at 5 to 100 Vol.-%
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Linearity error:
0 to 2 Vol.-%
2 to 5 Vol.-%
5 to 50 Vol.-%
50 to 100 Vol.-%
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity 0 to 5 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 5 to 50 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 50 to 100 Vol.-%
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity 0 to 5 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 5 to 50 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 50 to 100 Vol.-%
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity 0 to 5 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 5 to 50 Vol.-%
Sensitivity 50 to 100 Vol.-%
Test gas:
Effect of sensor contaminants:
≤ ± 0.05 Vol.-%
≤ ± 2.5% of measured value
≤ ± 0.1 Vol.-%
≤ ± 10% of measured value
≤ ± 5 Vol.-%
≤ ± 10% of measured value
≤ ± 0.15 Vol.-%/month
≤ ± 5% of measured value/month
≤ ± 3 Vol.-%/month
≤ ± 5% of measured value/month
≤ ± 0.005 Vol.-%/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.5% of measured value/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.15 Vol.-%/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.3% of measured value/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 0.0025 Vol.-%/% RH
≤ ± 0.2% of measured value/% RH
≤ ± 0.1 Vol.-%/RH.
≤ ± 0.2% of measured value/% RH
approx. 2 Vol.-% or 50 Vol.-% CH4 test gas
10 ppm Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) ➝ ≤ ± 10% of measured value/8 h
Halogenated hydrocarbons, heavy metals, substances containing
silicone or sulfur, or substances that can polymerize ➝ potential
poisoning.
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor is optimized for the detection of methane. It has a response time (T90) of less than
10 seconds. The pellistors are impact-protected, which makes the sensor especially shock-proof. In
conjunction with this sensor, the Dräger X-am 5000 is approved for Zone 0/T4 worldwide. The LEL and
the Vol.-% measuring range can be used in the Dräger X-am 5000.
Response time of DrägerSensor CatEx 125 Mining
in X-am 5000
2,5
2,0
1,5
D-27835-2009
Reading (% in Vol. Methane)
3,0
1,0
0,5
0
0
20
40
60
80
(sec)
100
120
140
160
104| Dräger CatEx sensors
DrägerSensor® CatEx 2
Used in
Dräger X-am 3000
Plug & Play
–
Replaceable
yes
Order no. 83 16 109
Guaranty
2 years
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Telecommunications, shipping, sewage, gas supply companies, refineries, chemical industry, mining,
landfills, biogas plants, tunneling.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
General technical specifications
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Warm-up time:
2% LEL/0.1 Vol.-%
1.0% LEL for the measuring range 0 to 100% LEL CH4 (methane),
0.1 Vol.-% for the measuring range 0 to 5 Vol.-% CH4 (methane),
1 Vol.-% for the measuring range 5 to 100 Vol.-% CH4 (methane)
0 to 100% LEL or 0 to 100 Vol.-% CH4 (methane)
(–20 to 55)°C (–4 to 131)°F
(10 to 95)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
approx. 30 seconds
FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100% LEL WHEN CALIBRATED WITH
METHANE IN AIR:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Linearity filter
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
1)
Measured over a period of 600 days.
≤ 8 seconds at 20 °C (68 °F) (T50)
≤ 15 seconds at 20 °C (68 °F) (T90)
≤ ± 0.4% LEL
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 3% of measured value (0–50% LEL)
≤ ± 5% of measured value (50–100% LEL)
≤ ± 0.75% LEL/month
≤ ± 2.5% of measured value/month1)
≤ ± 0.2% LEL/K
≤ ± 0.3% of measured value/K
≤ ± 0.025% LEL/% RH
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FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100 VOL.-% CH 4:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Linearity error:
5 to 50 Vol.-%
50 to 100 Vol.-%
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Test gas:
Effect of sensor contaminants:
≤ 8 seconds at 20°C (T50)
≤ 15 seconds at 20°C (T90)
≤ ± 0.8 Vol.-%
≤ ± 7% of measured value
≤ ± 5 Vol.-% of measured value
≤ ± 10% of measured value
≤ ± 1.2 Vol.-%/month
≤ ± 3% of measured value/month
(applies to entire measuring range)
≤ ± 2.5 Vol.-%/K at (–25 to 55)°C (–13 to 131)°F
≤ ± 0.35% of measured value/K at (–25 to 55)°C (–13 to 131)°F
(applies to entire measuring range)
≤ ± 0.025 Vol.-%/% RH
approx. 2 Vol.-% CH4 test gas
10 ppm Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) ➝ ≤ ±10% of measured value/8 h
Halogenated hydrocarbons, heavy metals, substances containing
silicone or sulfur, or substances that can polymerize ➝ potential poisoning.
106| Dräger CatEx sensors
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
The DrägerSensor® CatEx 2 is used to detect flammable gases and vapors in the ambient air:
LEL monitoring or, in the case of methane, also Vol.-% monitoring.
DETECTING OTHER GASES AND VAPORS
Through the use of cross sensitivities for the measurement range of 0 to 100% LEL. The
correction factors given are typical readings when calibrated with methane (CH4) and apply to new sensors without sensor filters. A LEL of 5.0 Vol.-% was used for methane. If a LEL of 4.4 Vol.-% is used,
then the figures in the table must be multiplied by a factor of 1.14. The correction factors listed were
determined for 25 °C (77 °F) and may fluctuate by ± 30% (source: NIOSH, Pocket guide to
chemical hazards, 1997). The table does not claim to be complete. Calibrating the sensor using the
actual gas that is to be measured is always preferable. The sensor may also be sensitive to other gases
and vapors. Toxicity caused by catalyzer poisons can alter the relative sensitivities for various gases and
vapors.
Gas/vapor
Acetic acid
Acetone
Ammonia
Benzene
1,3-butadiene
n-butane
n-butanol
2-butanone
n-butyl acetate
Carbon monoxide
Cyclohexane
Cyclopentane
Diethyl ether
Ethane
Ethanol
Ethene
Ethine
Ethyl acetate
n-heptane
n-hexane
Hydrogen
Chem. symbol
CH3COOH
CH3COCH3
NH3
C6H6
CH2CHCHCH2
C4H10
C4H9OH
CH3COC2H5
CH3COOC4H9
CO
C6H12
C5H10
(C2H5)2O
C2H6
C2H5OH
C2H4
C2H2
CH3COOC2H5
C7H16
C6H14
H2
Correction factor
2.5
2.2
0.6
2.5
2
2
4.5
2.6
3.9
1.2
2.5
2.5
2.3
1.4
1.7
1.5
1.2
2.6
3
2.3
1.2
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Gas/vapor
Methane
Methanol
n-nonane
n-octane
n-pentane
Propane
i-propanol
n-propanol
Propene
1,2-propylene oxide
Toluene
o-xylene
m-xylene
p-xylene
Chem. symbol
CH4
CH3OH
C9H20
C8H18
C5H12
C3H8
C3H7OH
C3H7OH
C3H6
C3H6O
C6H5CH3
C6H4(CH3)2
C6H4(CH3)2
C6H4(CH3)2
Correction factor
1
1.5
4
2.9
2.2
1.9
2.7
2.7
1.8
2.1
2.5
3.5
3.5
4
108| Dräger infrared sensors
D-13498-2010
4.4 Dräger infrared sensors
Every gas absorbs light in a particular way; some even absorb visible light
(wavelength of 0.4 to 0.8 micrometers), which is why chlorine is yellowish green,
bromine and nitrogen dioxide are brown, iodine vapor is violet, and so on – but
unfortunately they are only visible in high (deadly) concentrations.
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IR sensor
Flame
arrestor
Methane molecule
absorbs IR light
D-16404-2009
Incoming
infrared light intensity
Reflector
Double
detector
Weakened
infrared light intensity
A methane molecule absorbs energy
and is caused to oscillate
Gas
IR transmitter
Reaction
CH4 + Energy
CH4 (charged)
Hydrocarbons, on the other hand, absorb light in a certain wavelength range, from
between about 3.3 and 3.5 micrometers – and that can be utilized for detection purposes,
since the main components of air (oxygen, nitrogen, and argon) do not absorb radiation in
that range. In a container containing gaseous hydrocarbons such as methane or propane, the
intensity of an incoming infrared light will be weakened, and the degree of this
weakening is dependent on the concentration of gas.
Air: infrared light passes through without weakening – intensity remains the same
Gas (e.g. methane): infrared light becomes weaker as it passes through – intensity drops
in relation to the concentration of methane. This is the principle of an infrared measuring
instrument that utilizes Dräger IR sensors. Flammable gases and vapors are mostly
hydrocarbons, and hydrocarbons are almost always detectable by means of their typical IR
absorption levels.
Functional principle: the ambient air to be monitored passes into the measuring cuvette by
means of diffusion or through the use of a pump. The infrared transmitter produces
broad-band radiation that passes through a window into the cuvette, where it is reflected off
the mirrored walls and passes through another window, falling onto the double detector. This
double detector consists of a measurement and a reference detector. If the gas mixture
contains a percentage of hydrocarbons, then some of the radiation is absorbed and the
measurement detector produces a reduced electrical signal. The signal from the reference
detector remains unchanged. Fluctuations in the performance of the infrared transmitter, dirt
on the mirror and windows, and interference from dust or aerosols in the ambient air have
the same effect on both sensors, and are fully compensated.
110| Dräger infrared sensors
DrägerSensor® Smart IR Ex
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Order no. 68 10 460
Guaranty
5 years
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Telecommunications, shipping, sewage, gas supply companies, refineries, chemical industry, mining,
landfills, biogas plants, tunneling.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Warm-up time:
3% LEL/0.1 Vol.-%
0.5% LEL
0 to 100% LEL/0 to 100 Vol.-%
depending on the gas being measured
(–20 to 60)°C (–4 to 140)°F
(10 to 95)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ 4 minutes
FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100% LEL OR 0 TO 4.4 VOL.-% CH 4
WHEN CALIBRATED WITH METHANE IN AIR:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Linearity error, typical:
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Diffusion mode ≤ 20 seconds (T50)
Diffusion mode ≤ 50 seconds (T90)
Pump mode ≤ 20 seconds (T50)
Pump mode ≤ 41 seconds (T90)
≤ ± 1.0% LEL methane
≤ ± 2.0% LEL methane at 50% LEL
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 2.5% LEL methane/month
≤ ± 2.5% LEL methane/month at 50% LEL
≤ ± 0.05% LEL methane/K at (–20 to 60)°C (–4 to 140)°F
≤ ± 0.15% LEL methane/K at 50% LEL and (–20 to 60)°C
(–4 to 140)°F
Effect of humidity, at 40°C (104 °F)
(0 to 95% RH, non-condensing)
≤ ± 0.05% LEL methane/% RH
Zero point:
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FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100% LEL OR 0 TO 1.7 VOL.-% C 3H 8
WHEN CALIBRATED WITH PROPANE IN AIR:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity
Linearity error, typical:
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity
Effect of humidity, at 40°C (104 °F)
(0 to 95% RH, non-condensing)
Zero point:
Test gas:
≤ ± 0.75% LEL propane
≤ ± 1.0% LEL propane at 50% LEL
≤ ± 4.0% of measured value
≤ ± 1.0% LEL propane/month
≤ ± 2.0% LEL propane/month at 50% LEL
≤ ± 0.03% LEL propane/K
≤ ± 0.08% LEL propane/K
≤ ± 0.03% LEL propane/% RH
2 Vol.-% CH4
0.9 Vol.-% C3H8
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor can be used for LEL monitoring and Vol.-% monitoring for some gases. The sensor’s
database can contain up to 50 different gases. It is also the ideal sensor for measuring hydrocarbons
in an inert atmosphere, since its measuring method does not depend on the presence of oxygen. This
sensor also has a very long life time, and there is no risk of poisoning from sulfurous or silicone compounds.
LEL figures depend on country-specific standards.
112| Dräger infrared sensors
COMPATIBLE GASES AND MEASUREMENT RANGES:
Sensor precalibration
The sensor can be delivered with all the necessary calibration data available. The sensor’s database can
contain up to 50 different gases. The zero point and sensitivity are precalibrated in the sensor for
methane (0 to 100% LEL) and propane (0 to 100% LEL). The Vol.-% and % LEL readings are
differentiated by displaying the measured gas in upper- and lower-case letters (e.g. ch4 for 0 to 100%
LEL and CH4 for 0 to 100 Vol.-%).
Gas
n-butane
n-butane
Ethene
Ethene
Ethanol
Ex
Liquid petroleum gas
JetFuel
Methane
Methane
n-nonane
n-pentane
Propane
Propane
Toluene
2)
3)
Data set name
buta
BUTA
c2h4
C2H4
EtOH
Ex
LPG
(50% propane + 50% butane)3)
JetF
ch4
CH4
Nona
Pent
c3h8
C3H8
Tolu
LEL figures depend on country-specific standards.
The figures in the table assume a composition of 50% propane and 50% butane.
In practice, the composition of LPG fluctuates, which can lead to increased measurement errors.
Measurement range
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100 Vol.-%
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100 Vol.-%
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100% LEL
0 to 100% LEL 2) /
0 to 100 Vol.-%
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100 Vol.-%
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100 Vol.-%
0 to 100% LEL 2)
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DETECTION OF OTHER GASES AND VAPORS FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE
0 TO 100% LEL:
Through the use of cross sensitivities when calibrated with propane (C3H8,
100% LEL = 1.7 Vol.-%). The sensor can be used to detect the gases and vapors listed
in the following table. The sensor must be configured to “Ex” measurement gas in the
instrument. For example: if the instrument is subjected to 1.25 Vol.-% acetone (50% LEL),
the instrument will show a reading of 19% LEL if configured to “Ex” measurement gas
(calibration using 50% LEL / = 0.85 Vol.-% propane). Calibration using the target gas is
preferable to calibration using a replacement gas.
Gas/vapor gas
Chemical
symbol
Test gas
concentration
in Vol.-%
Acetone
Acetylene
Benzene
Butadiene -1,3
Cyclohexane
Cyclopentane
Dimethyl ether
Ethane
Ethanol
Ethene
Ethyl acetate
Ethyl acrylate
i-butane
i-butene
Methanol
Methyl chloride
Methylene chloride
Methyl ethyl ketone
n-heptane
n-hexane
n-nonane
n-octane
n-pentane
Propane
n-propanol
o-xylene
Toluene
CH3COCH3
C2H2
C 6H6
CH2CHCHCH2
C6H12
C5H10
(C2H5)2O
C2H6
C2H5OH
C2H4
CH3COOC2H5
C5H8O2
C4H10
C4H8
CH4O
CH3Cl
CH2Cl2
C4H8O
C7H16
C6H14
C9H20
C8H18
C5H12
C3H8
C3H7OH
C6H4(CH3)2
C6H5CH3
1.25
–
0.6
0.7
–
0.7
1.35
1.35
1.75
1.15
1.05
0.85
0.9
0.8
2.75
3.8
6.5
0.9
0.55
0.5
–
0.4
0.7
0.85
0.6
0.5
0.6
Reading
displayed in % LEL
(if calibrated to
0.85 Vol.-%
propane)
19
not possible
11
13
on request
52
62
76
64
9
35
23
49
32
93
42
13
28
45
42
on request
32
54
50
40
13
19
Crosssensitivity
factor
2.63
–
4.44
3.85
–
0.96
0.81
0.66
0.78
5.56
1.43
2.17
1.02
1.56
0.54
1.19
3.85
1.79
1.11
1.19
–
1.56
0.93
1.00
1.25
3.85
2.63
114| Dräger infrared sensors
DrägerSensor® IR EX
Used in
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
–
Replaceable
yes
Order no. 68 12 180
Guaranty
5 years
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Telecommunications, shipping, sewage, gas supply companies, refineries, chemical industry, mining,
landfills, biogas plants, tunneling.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Warm-up time:
1% LEL/0.2 Vol.-%
1% LEL/0.1 Vol.-% (dependent on measuring range)
0 to 100% LEL/0 to 100 Vol.-%
depending on the gas being measured
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 120)°F
(10 to 95)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ 5 minutes
FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100% LEL OR 0 TO 4.4 VOL.-% CH 4
WHEN CALIBRATED WITH METHANE IN AIR:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Linearity error, typical:
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Diffusion mode ≤ 10 seconds (T50)
Diffusion mode ≤ 20 seconds (T90)
Pump mode ≤ 10 seconds (T50)
Pump mode ≤ 15 seconds (T90)
≤ ± 1.0% LEL methane
≤ ± 1.5% LEL methane at 50% LEL
≤ ± 3.5% of measured value or ≤ ± 1.5% of the highest figure in the
set measuring (whichever is higher)
≤ ± 0.2% LEL methane/month
≤ ± 4.5% LEL methane/6 months at 50% LEL
≤ ± 0.015% LEL methane/K at (–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 120)°F
≤ ± 0.03% LEL methane/K at 50% LEL and (–20 to 50)°C
(–4 to 120)°F
Effect of humidity, at 40°C (104 °F)
(0 to 95% RH, non-condensing)
≤ ± 0.005% LEL methane/% RH
Zero point:
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FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100% LEL OR 0 TO 1.7 VOL.-% C 3H 8
WHEN CALIBRATED WITH PROPANE IN AIR:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity
Linearity error, typical:
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity
Effect of humidity, at 40°C (104 °F)
(0 to 95% RH, non-condensing)
Zero point:
Test gas:
Diffusion mode ≤ 15 seconds (T50)
Diffusion mode ≤ 25 seconds (T90)
Pump mode ≤ 15 seconds (T50)
Pump mode ≤ 20 seconds (T90)
≤ ± 1.0% LEL propane
≤ ± 1.25% LEL propane
≤ ± 3.0% of measured value or ≤ ± 1.0% of the highest figure in the
set measuring (whichever is higher)
≤ ± 0.3% LEL propane/month
≤ ± 3.0% LEL propane/6 months
≤ ± 0.02% LEL propane/K
≤ ± 0.025% LEL propane/K
≤ ± 0.008% LEL propane/% RH
2 Vol.-% CH4 or 50 Vol.-% CH4
0.9 Vol.-% C3H8
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor can be used for LEL monitoring, and Vol.-% monitoring for some gases. It is also the ideal
sensor for measuring hydrocarbons in an inert atmosphere, since its measuring method does not
depend on the presence of oxygen. This sensor also has a very long life time, and there is no risk
of poisoning from sulfurous or silicone compounds.
COMPATIBLE GASES AND MEASURING RANGES:
Gas
n-butane
n-butane
Ethene
Ethene
Ethanol
Ex
JetFuel
Methane
Methane
n-nonane
n-pentane
Propane
Propane
Toluene
2)
Data set name
buta
BUTA
c2h4
C2H4
EtOH
Ex
JetF
ch40 to 100% LEL 2)
CH4
Nona
Pent
c3h4
C3H8
Tolu
LEL figures depend on country-specific standards.
Measurement range
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100 Vol.-%
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100 Vol.-%
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100% LEL
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100 Vol.-%
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100 Vol.-%
0 to 100% LEL 2)
116| Dräger infrared sensors
DETECTION OF OTHER GASES AND VAPORS FOR THE MEASURING RANGE
0 TO 100% LEL
Gas/vapor gas
Chemical
symbol
Test gas
concentration
in Vol.-%
Acetone
Acetylene
Benzene
Butadiene -1,3
i-Butane
n-Butane
i-Butene
n-Butanol
2-Butanone (MEK)
Butyl Acetate
Cyclohexane
Cyclopentane
Dimethyl Aether
Diethylamine
Diethyl Aether
Ethane
Ethylalcohol
Ethene
Ethylacetate
Ethyl acetate
n-Heptane
n-Hexane
Methane
Methanol
n-Methoxy-2-Propanol
Methyl-tert-butyl aether
Methyl chloride
Methylen chlorid
Methyl ethyl ketone
n-Nonane
n-Octane
n-Pentane
Propane
n-Propylalcohol
Propene
Propylene oxide
Toluene
o-Xylene
C3H6O
C2H2
C6H6
C4H6
(CH3)3CH
C4H10
(CH3)2C=CH2
C4H10O
C4H8O
C6H12O2
C6H12
C5H10
C2H6O
C4H11N
(C2H5)2O
C2H6
C2H6O
C2H4
C4H8O2
C5H8O2
C7H16
C6H14
CH4
CH4O
C4H10O2
C5H12O
CH3Cl
CH2Cl2
C4H8O
C9H20
C8H18
C5H12
C3H8
C3H7OH
C3H6
C3H6O
C6H5CH3
C6H4(CH3)2
1.25
–
0.6
0.7
0.75
0.7
0.8
0.85
0.75
0.60
0.50
0.7
1.35
0.85
0.85
1.2
1.55
1.2
1.0
0.85
0.55
0.5
2.2
3,0
0.9
0.80
3.8
6.5
0.75
0.35
0.40
0.55
0.85
1.05
0.90
0.95
0.50
0.5
Reading
displayed in % LEL
(if calibrated to
0.85 Vol.-% propane)
18
out of range
20
20
41
42
31
25
22
20
15
47
51
44
46
65
41
15
35
26
36
34
37
92
26
59
47
on request
on request
on request
20
36
50
40
31
49
19
11
Crosssensitivity
factor
2.78
–
2.50
2.50
1.22
1.19
1.61
2.0
2.27
2.5
3.33
1.06
0.98
1.14
1.09
0.77
1.22
3.33
1.43
1.92
1.39
1.47
1.35
0,54
1.92
0.85
1.06
–
–
–
2.50
1.39
1.00
1.25
1.61
1.02
2.63
4.55
D-10118-2009
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DrägerSensor® Smart IR Ex
118| Dräger infrared sensors
DrägerSensor® Smart IR CO2
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
5 years
Order no. 68 10 590
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Telecommunications, shipping, sewage, gas supply companies, refineries, chemical industry, mining,
landfills, biogas plants, tunneling.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Warm-up time:
0.01 Vol.-%
0.01 Vol.-% CO2
0 to 5 Vol.-% CO2
(–20 to 60)°C (–4 to 140)°F
(10 to 95)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ 4 minutes
FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 5 VOL.-% CO 2
Response time
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Linearity error, typical:
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Diffusion mode ≤ 20 seconds (T50)
Diffusion mode ≤ 45 seconds (T90)
Pump mode ≤ 15 seconds (T50)
Pump mode ≤ 30 seconds (T90)
≤ ± 0.01 Vol.-% CO2
≤ ± 0.06 Vol.-% CO2 at 2.5 Vol.-%
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 0.004 Vol.-% CO2/month
≤ ± 3% of measured value/month at 2.5 Vol.-%
≤ ± 0.002 Vol.-% CO2/K at (–20 to 60)°C (–4 to 140)°F
≤ ± 0.4% of measured value/K at 2.5 Vol.-% and (–20 to 60)°C
(–4 to 140)°F
Effect of humidity, at 40°C (104 °F)
(0 to 95% RH, non-condensing)
≤ ± 0.02 Vol.-% CO2
Zero point:
2.5 Vol.-% CO2
Test gas:
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
With its extremely low drift and low detection limit, this sensor is ideal for measuring carbon dioxide
inside closed spaces, and for monitoring CO2 in the workplace. As with all other IR sensors, it requires
little maintenance and has a high level of long-term stability.
120| Dräger infrared sensors
DrägerSensor® Smart IR CO2 HC
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
5 years
Order no. 68 10 599
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Biogas, process gas
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Warm-up time:
0.4 Vol.-%
0.2 Vol.-% CO2
0 to 100 Vol.-% CO2
(–20 to 60)°C (–4 to 140)°F
(10 to 95)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ 4 minutes
FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100 VOL.-% CO 2
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Linearity error, typical:
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Diffusion mode ≤ 20 seconds (T50)
Diffusion mode ≤ 65 seconds (T90)
Pump mode ≤ 20 seconds (T50)
Pump mode ≤ 65 seconds (T90)
≤ ± 0.2 Vol.-% CO2
≤ ± 2.0 Vol.-% CO2 at 50 Vol.-%
≤ ± 1 Vol.-% CO2 or ≤ ± 5% of measured value (whichever is higher)
≤ ± 0.2 Vol.-% CO2/month
≤ ± 3% of measured value/month at 50 Vol.-%
≤ ± 0.004 Vol.-% CO2/K at (–20 to 60)°C (–4 to 140)°F
≤ ± 0.4% of measured value/K at 50 Vol.-% and (–20 to 60)°C
(–4 to 140)°F
Effect of humidity, at 40°C (104 °F)
(0 to 95% RH, non-condensing)
Zero point:
≤ ± 0.5 Vol.-% CO2
Test gas:
50 Vol.-% CO2
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor is especially suitable if you need to measure high concentrations of CO2 in process gas,
for example. CO2 concentrations of up to 100 Vol.-% can be detected reliably with this sensor.
Other qualities that distinguish this sensor are low cross-sensitivities, long-term stability, and
minimal maintenance.
122| Dräger infrared sensors
DrägerSensor® IR CO2
Used in
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
–
Replaceable
yes
Order no. 68 12 190
Guaranty
5 years
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Telecommunications, shipping, sewage, gas supply companies, refineries, chemical industry, mining,
landfills, biogas plants, tunneling.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Warm-up time:
0.01 Vol.-% CO2
0.01 Vol.-% CO2 or 50 ppm CO2 (dependent on measuring range)
0 to 5 Vol.-% CO2
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 120)°F
(10 to 95)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ 5 minutes
FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 5 VOL.-% CO 2
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Linearity error, typical:
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Diffusion mode ≤ 15 seconds (T50)
Diffusion mode ≤ 20 seconds (T90)
Pump mode ≤ 10 seconds (T50)
Pump mode ≤ 15 seconds (T90)
≤ ± 0.01 Vol.-% CO2
≤ ± 0.08 Vol.-% CO2 at 2.5 Vol.-%
≤ ± 3.5% of measured value or ≤ ± 1.5% of the highest figure in the
set measuring range (whichever is higher)
≤ ± 0.005 Vol.-% CO2/month
≤ ± 0.1 Vol.-% CO2 /6 months
≤ ± 0.0002 Vol.-% CO2/K at (–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 120)°F
≤ ± 0.0015 Vol.-% CO2/K at 2.5 Vol.-% and
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 120)°F
Effect of humidity, at 40°C (104 °F)
(0 to 95% RH, non-condensing)
≤ ± 0.0001 Vol.-% CO2/% RH
Zero point:
2.5 Vol.-% CO2
Test gas:
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
With its extremely low drift and low detection limit, this sensor is ideal for measuring carbon dioxide
inside closed spaces, and for monitoring CO2 in the workplace. As with all other IR sensors, it requires
little maintenance and has a high level of long-term stability.
124| Dräger infrared sensors
DrägerSensor® DUAL IR Ex/CO2
Used in
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
–
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
5 years
Order no. 68 11 960
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Telecommunications, shipping, sewage, gas supply companies, refineries, chemical industry, mining,
landfills, biogas plants, tunneling.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Warm-up time:
1% LEL/0.2 Vol.-% for IR Ex
0.01 Vol.-% CO2 for IR CO2
1% LEL/0.1 Vol.-% for IR Ex (dependent on measuring range)
0.01 Vol.-% CO2 or 50 ppm CO2 for IR CO2
(dependent on measuring range)
0 to 100% LEL/0–100 Vol.-% CH4
0 to 5 Vol.-% CO2
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 120)°F
(10 to 95)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ 5 minutes
FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100% LEL OR 0 TO 4.4 VOL.-% CH 4
WHEN CALIBRATED WITH METHANE IN AIR:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Linearity error, typical:
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Diffusion mode ≤ 10 seconds (T50)
Diffusion mode ≤ 20 seconds (T90)
Pump mode ≤ 10 seconds (T50)
Pump mode ≤ 15 seconds (T90)
≤ ± 1.0% LEL methane
≤ ± 1.5% LEL methane at 50% LEL
≤ ± 3.5% of measured value or ≤ ± 1.5% of the highest figure in the
set measuring range (whichever is higher)
≤ ± 0.2% LEL methane/month
≤ ± 4.5% LEL methane/6 months at 50% LEL
≤ ± 0.015% LEL methane/K at (–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 120)°F
≤ ± 0.03% LEL methane/K at 50% LEL and
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 120)°F
Effect of humidity, at 40°C (104 °F)
(0 to 95% RH, non-condensing)
≤ ± 0.005% LEL methane/% RH
Zero point:
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FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 100% LEL OR 0 TO 1.7 VOL.-% C 3H 8
WHEN CALIBRATED WITH PROPANE IN AIR
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Linearity error, typical:
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Effect of humidity, at 40°C (104 °F)
(0 to 95% RH, non-condensing)
Zero point:
Diffusion mode ≤ 15 seconds (T50)
Diffusion mode ≤ 25 seconds (T90)
Pump mode ≤ 15 seconds (T50)
Pump mode ≤ 20 seconds (T90)
≤ ± 1.0% LEL propane
≤ ± 1.25% LEL propane
≤ ± 3.0% of measured value or ≤ ± 1.0% of highest measuring range
figure (whichever is higher)
≤ ± 0.3% LEL propane/month
≤ ± 3.0% LEL propane/6 months
≤ ± 0.02% LEL propane/K
≤ ± 0.025% LEL propane/K
≤ ± 0.008% LEL propane/% RH
FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 0 TO 5 VOL.-% CO 2
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Linearity error, typical:
Long-term drift
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Diffusion mode ≤ 15 seconds (T50)
Diffusion mode ≤ 20 seconds (T90)
Pump mode ≤ 10 seconds (T50)
Pump mode ≤ 15 seconds (T90)
≤ ± 0.01 Vol.-% CO2
≤ ± 0.08 Vol.-% CO2 at 2.5 Vol.-%
≤ ± 3.5% of measured value or ≤ ± 1.5% of highest measuring range
figure (whichever is higher)
≤ ± 0.005 Vol.-% CO2/month
≤ ± 0.1 Vol.-% CO2/6 months
≤ ± 0.0002 Vol.-% CO2/K at (–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 120)°F
≤ ± 0.0015% Vol.-% CO2/K at 2.5 Vol.-% and
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 120)°F
Effect of humidity, at 40°C (104 °F)
(0 to 95% RH, non-condensing)
≤ ± 0.0001 Vol.-% CO2/% RH
Zero point:
2 Vol.-% CH4 or 50 Vol.-% CH4
Test gas:
2.5 Vol.-% CO2
126| Dräger infrared sensors
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor enables flammable gases and carbon dioxide to be measured simultaneously with just one
sensor. As with all other IR sensors, it requires little maintenance, has a high level of long-term
stability, and is highly resistant to poisoning.
COMPATIBLE GASES AND MEASURING RANGES:
Gas
Ethene
Ethene
Ethanol
Ex
JetFuel
Methane
Methane
n-butane
n-butane
n-nonane
n-pentane
Propane
Propane
Toluene
Data set name
c2h4
C2H4
EtOH
Ex
JetF
ch4
CH4
buta
BUTA
Nona
Pent
c3h4
C3H8
Tolu
Measurement range
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100 Vol.-%
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100% LEL
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100 Vol.-%
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100 Vol.-%
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100% LEL 2)
0 to 100 Vol.-%
0 to 100% LEL 2)
DETECTION OF OTHER GASES AND VAPORS FOR THE MEASURING RANGE
0 TO 100% LEL
Gas/vapor gas
Chemical
symbol
Test gas
concentration
in Vol.-%
Acetone
Acetylene
Benzene
Butadiene -1,3
i-Butane
n-Butane
i-Butene
n-Butanol
2-Butanone (MEK)
Butyl Acetate
Cyclohexane
Cyclopentane
Dimethyl Aether
Diethylamine
Diethyl Aether
C3H6O
C2H2
C6H6
C4H6
(CH3)3CH
C4H10
(CH3)2C=CH2
C4H10O
C4H8O
C6H12O2
C6H12
C5H10
C2H6O
C4H11N
(C2H5)2O
1.25
–
0.6
0.7
0.75
0.7
0.8
0.85
0.75
0.60
0.50
0.7
1.35
0.85
0.85
2)
LEL figures depend on country-specific standards.
Reading
displayed in % LEL
(if calibrated to
0.85 Vol.-% propane)
18
out of range
20
20
41
42
31
25
22
20
15
47
51
44
46
Crosssensitivity
factor
2.78
–
2.50
2.50
1.22
1.19
1.61
2.0
2.27
2.5
3.33
1.06
0.98
1.14
1.09
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DETECTION OF OTHER GASES AND VAPORS FOR THE MEASURING RANGE
0 TO 100% LEL
Chemical
symbol
Test gas
concentration
in Vol.-%
Ethane
Ethylalcohol
Ethene
Ethylacetate
Ethyl acetate
n-Heptane
n-Hexane
Methane
Methanol
n-Methoxy-2-Propanol
Methyl-tert-butyl aether
Methyl chloride
Methylen chlorid
Methyl ethyl ketone
n-Nonane
n-Octane
n-Pentane
Propane
n-Propylalcohol
Propene
Propylene oxide
Toluene
o-Xylene
C2H6
C2H6O
C2H4
C4H8O2
C5H8O2
C7H16
C6H14
CH4
CH4O
C4H10O2
C5H12O
CH3Cl
CH2Cl2
C4H8O
C9H20
C8H18
C5H12
C3H8
C3H7OH
C3H6
C3H6O
C6H5CH3
C6H4(CH3)2
1.2
1.55
1.2
1.0
0.85
0.55
0.5
2.2
3,0
0.9
0.80
3.8
6.5
0.75
0.35
0.40
0.55
0.85
1.05
0.90
0.95
0.50
0.5
Reading
displayed in % LEL
(if calibrated to
0.85 Vol.-% propane)
65
41
15
35
26
36
34
37
92
26
59
47
on request
on request
on request
20
36
50
40
31
49
19
11
Crosssensitivity
factor
0.77
1.22
3.33
1.43
1.92
1.39
1.47
1.35
0,54
1.92
0.85
1.06
–
–
–
2.50
1.39
1.00
1.25
1.61
1.02
2.63
4.55
D-10120-2009
Gas/vapor gas
DrägerSensor® Smart IR CO2
128| Dräger PID sensors
D-13502-2010
4.5 Dräger PID sensors
Many flammable gases and vapors are toxic to humans long before they reach the
lower explosion limit (LEL). For this reason, personal protection in the workplace
ideally includes the additional measurement of ppm levels of volatile organic
substances using a PID sensor.
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The air is drawn into the measuring chamber through the gas inlet. In the chamber, a UV lamp
produces photons, which ionize certain molecules within the flow of gas. A relatively high
amount of energy is required to ionize the air’s permanent gases such as noble gases,
nitrogen, oxygen, carbon dioxide, and water vapor. For this reason, these gases do not
interfere with the measurement of the harmful substances. Most of the organic substances
recognized as dangerous (such as hydrocarbons) are ionized and subjected to the electrical
field between the electrodes in the measuring chamber. The strength of the resulting
current is directly proportional to the concentration of ionized molecules inside the chamber.
This makes it possible to determine the concentration of harmful substance in the air.
PID sensor
Electrode
Porous
UV lamp
membrane (current measurement)
M Gas molecule
M
M
e-
M+
M
e-
M
M
M
M+
D-16405-2009
M
M
Ultraviolet rays
Gas
Electrode
(suction voltage)
Ionization energy and UV lamps
Ionization energy is measured in electron volts (eV) and defines the amount of energy
required to bring a molecule into the ionized (charged) state. Ionization energy is something
specific to each material, like the boiling point and vapor pressure. For a substance to be
ionized, its ionization energy must be lower than the photon energy from the lamp used in
the PID. Two types of lamps are commonly used – the 10.6-eV lamp and the 11.7-eV lamp.
This enables a PID to detect whole groups of harmful substances, while it can also be used
to measure single substances if calibrated accordingly.
Calibration and response factors
Isobutylene is used to calibrate a PID, unless the actual substance being measured can be
used. The relative sensitivity to other substances is then expressed in terms of response
factors. If a substance is detected with greater sensitivity than isobutylene, then its response
factor is less than one. Substances that are detected with less sensitivity than
isobutylene have a response factor greater than one.
FOR EXAMPLE:
Substance
Ionization energy
Response factor
Benzene
9.25 eV
0.5
Cyclohexane
9.98 eV
1.3
130| Dräger PID sensors
DrägerSensor® Smart PID
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Order no. 83 19 100
Guaranty
1 year
UV lamp
10.6 eV
MARKET SEGMENTS
Chemical industry, painters, storage and use of fuels (e.g. gas stations)
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
General technical specifications
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Warm-up time:
2 ppm isobutylene
1 ppm up to 100 ppm
2 ppm from 100 to 250 ppm
5 ppm from 250 ppm upwards
0 to 2,000 ppm isobutylene
(–20 to 60)°C (–4 to 140)°F
(10 to 95)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
4 minutes
FOR THE MEASUREMENT RANGE 1 TO 2,000 PPM WHEN CALIBRATED WITH
ISOBUTYLENE IN AIR:
Response time:
Repeatability
Zero point:
at 100 ppm isobutylene:
Linearity error, typical:
Pressure effect
Effect of humidity, at 40°C (104 °F)
(0 to 90% RH, non-condensing)
Zero point:
at 100 ppm isobutylene:
Test gas:
Diffusion mode ≤ 15 seconds (T20)
Diffusion mode ≤ 50 seconds (T90)
Pump mode ≤ 10 seconds (T20)
Pump mode ≤ 25 seconds (T90)
≤ ± 1 ppm isobutylene
≤ ± 2 ppm isobutylene
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/hPa
≤ ± 0.06 ppm isobutylene/% RH
≤ ± 0.15 ppm isobutylene/% RH
approx. 100 ppm i-C4H8 (isobutylene)
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
The PID can be used to detect numerous volatile organic compounds (VOCs). More than 20 of the
VOCs most commonly used in industry are stored in its data memory. Other gases can be added to
the memory on the customer’s request.
GASES STORED IN THE MEMORY
Gas/vapor
CAS no.
Data set name
Acetone
(-)-alpha-pinene
Benzene
Chlorobenzene
Cyclohexane
Diesel
Ethyl acetate
Ethylbenzene
Gasoline
Isobutylene
Jet fuel
Methyl bromide
Methyl ethyl ketone
Methyl tert-butyl ether (MTBE)
n-nonane
n-octane
Styrene
Toluene
Trichloroethylene
Vinyl chloride
Xylene
67-64-1
7785-26-4
71-43-2
108-90-7
110-82-7
ACTO
aPIN
BENZ
CLBZ
CYHE
DESL
ETAC
ETBZ
GASO
IBUT
JP8
MEBR
MEK
MTBE
NONA
OCTA
STYR
TOLU
TCE
VC
XYLE
141-78-6
100-41-4
115-11-7
74-83-9
78-93-3
1634-04-4
111-84-2
111-65-9
100-42-5
108-88-3
79-01-6
75-01-4
1330-20-7
The standard gas is: Isobutylene – 0 to 2,000 ppm.
Other gases can be added to the memory on the customer’s request.
Measurement
range
0–2,000 ppm
0–1,000 ppm
0–1,000 ppm
0–3,000 ppm
0–3,000 ppm
0–2,000 ppm
0–5,000 ppm
0–1,500 ppm
0–2,000 ppm
0–2,000 ppm
0–1,000 ppm
0–4,000 ppm
0–1,000 ppm
0–2,000 ppm
0–3,000 ppm
0–5,000 ppm
0–1,500 ppm
0–1,500 ppm
0–1,500 ppm
0–3,000 ppm
0–1,500 ppm
132| Electrochemical sensors
ST-1125-2004
4.6 Electrochemical sensors
Many toxic gases are highly reactive and can change their chemical composition under
certain conditions. An electrochemical sensor is a micro-reactor, which produces a
very small but measurable current when reactive gases are present. As in a normal
household battery, this involves an electrochemical process, since the chemical
transformation produces electrons.
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The basic principle behind an electrochemical sensor involves at least two electrodes
(a measuring electrode and a counter-electrode), which have contact with each other in two
ways: first, through an electrically conductive medium (electrolyte, meaning a fluid that
conducts ions) and, second, through an external electrical circuit (electron conductor). The
electrodes are made of a special material that also has catalytic characteristics so that
certain chemical reactions take place at what is known as the three-phase zone where gas,
solid catalyzer, and liquid electrolyte meet. A dual-electrode sensor (measuring and counterelectrode) does, however, have many drawbacks. For instance, if high concentrations of gas
occur, this leads to higher currents in the sensor and, therefore, to a drop in voltage. The drop
in voltage, in turn, changes the preset sensor voltage. This can lead to unusable readings or,
in the worst case, it can cause the chemical reaction inside the sensor to come to a halt during the measurement process.
For this reason, the Dräger XS and XXS sensors contain a third electrode known as the
reference electrode, which does not have a current passing through it, and whose potential
therefore remains constant. It continuously measures the sensor voltage at the measuring
electrode, which can be corrected using the sensor’s control enhancement. This produces a
considerably improved measuring quality (e.g. in terms of linearity and selectivity) and a
longer life time.
Electrochemical sensor
CO-Molecule
Target gas, enters into the
measuring electrode
Porous
membrane
Electrolyte Reference Display
electrode
CO²-Molecule
Reaction product, leaves
the measuring electrode
H²O-Molecule
part of the electrolyte
H+ Hydrogen-Ion
positive charge (because
one electron is missing)
Oxygen atom
Oxygen-Molecule
from the ambient air
Gas
D-16399-2009
Electron
Chemical reaction at the measuring electrode
CO + H²O
CO² + 2H+ + 2e-
Measuring
electrode
Counter Micro-amp
electrode
meter
Chemical reaction at the counter electrode
½O² + 2H+ + 2e-
H²O
The Dräger XS sensors are known as "smart" sensors and contain their own EEPROM. This
memory module contains all of the sensor’s relevant data, which, when plugged into Dräger
X-am 7000 is retrieved. The device then automatically adjusts itself to these figures (e.g.
calibration figures, alarm level). This "plug & play" function enables sensors to be swapped
between devices without performing operations such as a re-calibration. XXS sensors are
used in the following devices: Dräger Pac 3500 to 7000 and Dräger X-am 1700/2000/5000
and to 5600. In this case, the sensor-relevant data is stored in the device. When a sensor is
changed, this information is transferred using a software application.
134| DrägerSensor® XS
CONTENTS XS SENSORS
XS Sensors
XS EC Amine
XS EC Cl2
XS EC ClO2
XS EC CO
XS 2 CO
XS R CO
XS CO micro Pac
XS EC CO HC
XS EC CO2
XS EC COCl2
XS EC H2
XS EC H2 HC
XS EC HCN
XS EC HF/HCl
XS EC H2S 100
XS 2 H2S
XS R H2S
XS H2S microPac
XS EC H2S HC
XS EC 2 H2S SR
XS EC H2O2
XS EC Hydrazine
XS EC Hydrazine D
XS EC Hydride
XS EC NH3
XS EC NO
XS EC NO2
XS EC Odorant
XS EC OV
XS EC OV-A
Chemical name (synonym)
amine like methylamíne, ethylamine,
dimethylamine etc.
chlorine
chlorine dioxide
carbon monoxide
carbon monoxide
carbon monoxide
carbon monoxide
carbon monoxide
carbon dioxide
phosgene
hydrogen
hydrogen
hydrogen cyanide
hydrogen chloride / hydrogen fluoride
hydrogen sulfide
hydrogen sulfide
hydrogen sulfide
hydrogen sulfide
hydrogen sulfide
hydrogen sulfide
hydrogen peroxide
hydrazine
hydrazine
hydride like hydrogen phosphide, phosphine,
arsine etc.
ammonia
nitrogen monoxide
nitrogen dioxide
sulfur compounds like tetrahydrothiophene,
methylmercapten, ethylmercaptan etc.
organic gases and vapors like ethylene oxide,
ethene, propene etc.
organic gases and vapors like ethylene oxide,
styrene isobutylene etc.
136
138
140
142
142
142
142
148
150
152
154
156
158
160
162
162
162
162
168
170
172
174
176
178
180
182
184
186
188
190
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CONTENTS XS SENSORS
XS Sensors
XS EC O2-LS
XS 2 O2
XS R O2
XS O2 microPac
XS EC O2 100
XS EC PH3 HC
XS EC SO2
XS EC THT
Chemical name (synonym)
oxygen
oxygen
oxygen
oxygen
oxygen
hydrogen phosphide, phosphine
sulfur dioxide
tetrahydrothiophene
192
192
192
192
196
198
200
202
136| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC Amine
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
1 year
Order no. 68 09 545
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Foundries, refineries, power plants
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
2 ppm
1 ppm
0 to 100 ppm CH3NH2 (methylamine)
0 to 100 ppm (CH3)2NH (dimethylamine)
0 to 100 ppm (CH3)3N (trimethylamine)
0 to 100 ppm C2H5NH2 (ethylamine)
0 to 100 ppm (C2H5)2NH (diethylamine)
0 to 100 ppm (C2H5)3N (triethylamine)
≤ 30 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T50)
≤ ± 2 ppm
≤ ± 3% of measured value
≤ ± 2 ppm/month
≤ ± 3% of measured value/month
≤ 12 hours
(–40 to 50)°C (–40 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 5 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 0.1 ppm/% RH
≤ ± 0.2% of measured value/% RH
approx. 50 to 100 ppm NH3 or one of the other target gases
(MA, DMA, TMA, EA, DEA, TEA)
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Six different amines can be detected using this sensor. It is sufficient to calibrate it using an
ammonia test gas. By doing so, all of the other amines are then automatically calibrated.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of amine. To be sure, please check if gas
mixtures are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Acetone
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethene
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Phosphine
Sulfur dioxide
Tetrahydrothiophene
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
CH3COCH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H4
C2H2
H2
HCN
H2S
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
PH3
SO2
C4H8S
Concentration
1,000 ppm
1.5 Vol. %
200 ppm
10 ppm
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
1,000 ppm
25 ppm
20 ppm
10 Vol. %
200 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
5 ppm
20 ppm
10 ppm
Display in ppm NH3
No effect
≤ 5(–)
No effect
≤ 20(–)
≤3
No effect
≤3
≤3
≤ 50
No effect
≤3
≤ 10(–)
≤ 10
≤8
No effect
≤ 10
138| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC Cl2
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Order no. 68 09 165
Guaranty
1 year
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Food and beverage, inorganic chemicals, manufacture of plastics, measuring hazardous
material, pulp and paper, power generation, sewage plants water treatment.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.1 ppm
0.05 ppm
0 to 20 ppm Cl2 (chlorine)
0 to 20 ppm F2 (fluorine)
0 to 20 ppm Br2 (bromine)
0 to 20 ppm ClO2 (chlorine dioxide)
≤ 30 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90)
≤ ± 0.05 ppm
≤ ± 2% of measured value
≤ ± 0.2 ppm/year
≤ ± 2% of measured value/month
≤ 1 hour
(–40 to 50)°C (–40 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 0.1 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 0.4% of measured value/% RH
approx. 5 to 10 ppm Cl2 or one of the other target gases: F2, Br2,
ClO2
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor is suitable for monitoring concentrations of chlorine, bromine, fluorine, and chlorine dioxide in the ambient air. It is sufficient to calibrate the sensor using a chlorine test gas; by doing so, all
of the other target gases are then automatically calibrated.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of chlorine. To be sure, please check if gas
mixtures are present. .
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Ethene
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
i-propanol
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Phosphine
Sulfur dioxide
Tetrahydrothiophene
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
NH3
CO2
CO
C2H4
C2H2
H2
HCN
H2S
(CH3)2CHOH
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
PH3
SO2
C4H8S
Concentration
50 ppm
1.5 Vol. %
100 ppm
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
1,000 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
1 Vol. %
4 Vol. %
500 ppm
20 ppm
25 ppm
10 ppm
10 ppm
1,000 ppm
Display in ppm Cl2
≤ 0.5(–)
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1(–)
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.3(–)
≤ 0.2
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.2
No effect
140| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC ClO2
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Order no. 68 11 360
Guaranty
1 year
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Food and beverage, breweries, waste water treatment, swimming pools, industrial gases, pulp and
paper.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.02 ppm
0.01 ppm
0 to 20 ppm ClO2 (chlorine dioxide)
≤ 20 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T50)
≤ ± 0.02 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 0.03 ppm/year
≤ ± 2% of measured value/month
≤ 12 hours
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 0.02 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/% RH
ClO2 test gas between 40% and 100% of highest figure in the set
measuring range. Every time this sensor is used, a function test should
be done beforehand, for which the ClO2 generator (68 11 497) can be
used.
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
The chlorine dioxide sensor is especially selective (see cross sensitivity table) and has a particularly low
cross sensitivity to chlorine.
Sensor reaction to ClO2 at 20 °C / 68 °F
Flow = 0.5 l/min, with 0.1 ppm ClO2
120
80
60
D-27836-2009
signal strength (%)
100
40
20
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
The values given in the table are standard an apply to new sensors, The values maybe fluctuate be
± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to other gases (for information contact Dräger).
Gas mixtures can be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with negative sensitivity may
displace a positive display of chlorine dioxide. A check should be carried out to see if mixtures of gases
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Ozone
Sulfur dioxide
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
H2
HCN
H2S
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
O3
SO2
Concentration
50 ppm
10 Vol. %
200 ppm
1 ppm
1,000 ppm
10 ppm
20 ppm
1 Vol. %
500 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
0.5 ppm
20 ppm
Display in ppm ClO2
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.02
No effect
≤ 0.5(–)
No effect
No effect
≤1
≤ 0.05
≤ 0.05
No effect
142| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC CO
Order no. 68 09 105
DrägerSensor® XS 2 CO
68 10 365
68 10 258
DrägerSensor® XS R CO
DrägerSensor® XS CO microPac (Dräger X-am 3000 only) 68 10 030
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable Guaranty*
yes
3/2/5 years
Selective filter
D3T, 68 09 022 – replaceable for XS
EC + XS R
A2T, 68 10 378 – replaceable for XS-2
Cross sensitivity of alcohols and acid
gases (H2S, SO2) are eleminated
MARKET SEGMENTS
Waste disposal, metal processing, petrochemicals, fertilizer production, mining and tunneling,
shipping, inorganic chemicals, steel, organic chemicals, oil and gas, hazmat, biogas.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
2 ppm for XS EC / XS 2 / XS R, 6 ppm for XS microPac
1 ppm
0 to 2,000 ppm CO (carbon monoxide)
0 to 1,000 ppm CO (carbon monoxide) for XS microPac
≤ 35 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90) – XS EC
≤ 20 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90) – XS 2
≤ 30 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90) – XS R
≤ 28 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90) – XS microPac
≤ ± 2 ppm – XS EC / XS 2 / XS R, ≤ ± 4 ppm – XS microPac
≤ ± 1% of measured value – XS EC / XS 2 / XS R
≤ 2% of measured value – XS microPac
≤ ± 1 ppm/month – XS EC / XS 2
≤ ± 6 ppm/year – XS R / XS microPac
≤ ± 1% of measured value/month
≤ 12 hours – XS EC / XS 2 / XS R, ≤ 10 minutes – XS microPac
(–20 to 50) °C (–4 to 122) °F – XS EC
(–40 to 50) °C (–40 to 122) °F – XS 2 / XS R / XS microPac
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 5 ppm
≤ ± 0.4% of measured value/K
≤ ± 0.02 ppm/% RH – XS EC / XS microPac
No effect – XS 2 / XS R
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/% RH – XS EC / XS 2 / XS microPac
≤ ± 0.05% of measured value/% RH – XS R
approx. 50–300 ppm CO test gas
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
In addition to an outstanding linearity and a quick response time, these CO sensors are highly
selective. Internal selective filters, some of which are replaceable, filter out the majority of
accompanying gases such as alcohol and acidic gases like H2S, SO2.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of carbon monoxide. To be sure, please check
if gas mixtures are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES DrägerSensor® XS EC CO – 68 09 105
Gas/vapor
Chem. symbol
Concentration
Acetone
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Chlorine
Dichloromethane
Ethane
Ethanol
Ethene
Ethyl acetate
Ethine
Formaldehyde
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Phosgene
Phosphine
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
Tetrachloroethylene
Toluene
Trichloroethylene
CH3COCH3
NH3
CO2
Cl2
CH2CL2
C2H6
C2H5OH
C2H4
CH2COOC2H4
C2H2
HCHO
H2
HCl
HCN
H2S
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
COCL2
PH3
C3H8
SO2
CCl2 CCl2
C6H5CH3
CHClCCl2
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
30 Vol. %
20 ppm
1,000 ppm
0.2 Vol. %
200 ppm
10 ppm
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
20 ppm
0.1 Vol. %
40 ppm
50 ppm
30 ppm
5 Vol. %
175 ppm
20 ppm
25 ppm
50 ppm
5 ppm
1 Vol. %
25 ppm
1,000 ppm
1,000 ppm
1,000 ppm
* DrägerSensor XS EC CO
DrägerSensor XS 2 CO
DrägerSensor XS R CO
DrägerSensor XS microPac CO
(–) Indicates negative deviation
= three-year guaranty
= two-year guaranty
= five-year guaranty
= two-year guaranty
Display in
ppm CO
without
selective filter
≤ 20
≤1
≤ 35
≤ 1(–)
≤1
≤1
≤ 400
≤ 25
≤ 150
≤ 500
≤ 30
≤ 90
≤6
≤ 10
≤ 120
≤1
≤ 150
≤1
≤ 50
≤1
≤ 20
≤1
≤ 25
≤1
≤1
≤1
Display in
ppm CO
with
selective filter
≤1
≤1
≤ 35
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤ 25
≤1
≤ 300
≤1
≤ 90
≤1
≤ 1(–)
≤1
≤1
≤2
≤1
≤6
≤1
≤3
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤1
144| DrägerSensor® XS
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES DrägerSensor® XS R CO – 68 10 258
Gas/vapor
Chem. symbol
Concentration
Acetone
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Chlorine
Dichloromethane
Ethane
Ethanol
Ethene
Ethyl acetate
Ethyne
Formaldehyde
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Phosgene
Phosphine
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
Tetrachloroethylene
Toluene
Trichloroethylene
CH3COCH3
NH3
CO2
Cl2
CH2CL2
C2H6
C2H6OH
C2H4
CH2COOC2H4
C2H2
HCHO
H2
HCl
HCN
H2S
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
COCL2
PH3
C3H8
SO2
CCl2 CCl2
C2H5CH3
CHClCCl2
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
30 Vol. %
20 ppm
1,000 ppm
0.2 Vol. %
200 ppm
10 ppm
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
20 ppm
0.1 Vol. %
40 ppm
50 ppm
30 ppm
5 Vol. %
175 ppm
20 ppm
25 ppm
50 ppm
5 ppm
1 Vol. %
25 ppm
1,000 ppm
1,000 ppm
1,000 ppm
Display in
ppm CO
without
selective filter
≤ 20
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 400
≤ 25
≤ 150
≤ 500
≤ 30
≤ 90
≤6
≤ 10
≤ 120
No effect
≤ 150
No effect
≤ 50
No effect
≤ 20
No effect
≤ 25
No effect
No effect
No effect
Display in
ppm CO
with
selective filter
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 25
No effect
≤ 300
No effect
≤ 90
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤2
No effect
≤6
No effect
≤3
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
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RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES DrägerSensor® XS 2 CO – 68 10 365
Gas/vapor
Chem. symbol
Concentration
Acetone
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Chlorine
Dichloromethane
Ethane
Ethanol
Ethene
Ethyl acetate
Ethine
Formaldehyde
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Phosgene
Phosphine
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
Tetrachloroethylene
Tetrahydrothiophene
Toluene
Trichloroethylene
CH3COCH3
NH3
CO2
Cl2
CH2CL2
C2H6
C2H5OH
C2H4
CH2COOC2H4
C2H2
HCHO
H2
HCl
HCN
H2S
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
COCL2
PH3
C3H8
SO2
CCl2 CCl2
C4H8S
C2H5CH3
CHClCCl2
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
30 Vol. %
20 ppm
1,000 ppm
0.2 Vol. %
200 ppm
50 ppm
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
20 ppm
0.1 Vol. %
40 ppm
50 ppm
30 ppm
5 Vol. %
175 ppm
20 ppm
25 ppm
50 ppm
5 ppm
1 Vol. %
25 ppm
1,000 ppm
5 ppm
1,000 ppm
1,000 ppm
Display in
ppm CO
without
selective filter
≤ 20
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 400
≤ 25
≤ 150
≤ 500
≤ 30
≤ 20
≤6
≤10
≤ 120
No effect
≤ 150
No effect
≤ 50
No effect
≤ 20
No effect
≤ 25
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
Display in
ppm CO
with
selective filter
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 10
No effect
≤ 50
No effect
≤ 20
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤2
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
146| DrägerSensor® XS
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES DrägerSensor® XS CO MICROPAC – 68 10 030
Gas/vapor
Chem. symbol
Concentration
Acetone
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Chlorine
Dichloromethane
Ethane
Ethanol
Ethene
Ethyl acetate
Ethine
Formaldehyde
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen phosphide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Phosgene
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
Tetrachloroethylene
Toluene
Trichloroethylene
CH3COCH3
NH3
CO2
Cl2
CH2Cl2
C2H6
C2H5OH
C2H4
CH3COOC2H5
C2H2
HCHO
H2
HCl
HCN
PH3
H2S
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
COCl2
C3H8
SO2
CCl2 CCl2
C6H5CH3
CHClCCl2
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
30 Vol. %
20 ppm
1,000 ppm
0.2 Vol. %
200 ppm
10 ppm
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
20 ppm
0.1 Vol. %
40 ppm
50 ppm
5 ppm
30 ppm
5 Vol. %
175 ppm
20 ppm
25 ppm
50 ppm
1 Vol. %
25 ppm
1,000 ppm
1,000 ppm
1,000 ppm
Display in
ppm CO
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤ 25
≤1
≤ 300
≤1
≤ 200
≤1
≤1
≤3
≤1
≤1
≤2
≤1
≤6
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤1
ST-14960-2008
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DrägerSensor® XS CO
148| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC CO HC
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
1 year
Order no. 68 09 120
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Waste disposal, metal processing, petrochemicals, fertilizer production, mining and tunneling, shipping,
inorganic chemicals, steel, organic chemicals, oil and gas, hazmat, biogas.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
10 ppm
5 ppm
0 to 10,000 ppm CO (carbon monoxide)
≤ 10 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90)
≤ ± 5 ppm
≤ ± 1% of measured value
≤ ± 2 ppm/month
≤ ± 2% of measured value/month
≤ 12 hours
(–40 to 50)°C (–40 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 10 ppm
≤ ± 0.3% of measured value/K
No effect
≤ ± 0.05% of measured value/% RH
approx. 300 ppm CO test gas
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Because of its excellent linearity, this sensor (measurement range 10,000 ppm) can be calibrated at
the lower levels of its measurement range. It also offers very stable measurements, even at high
concentrations and over long periods of time.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of carbon monoxide. To be sure, please check
if gas mixtures are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Acetone
Ammonia
Benzene
Carbon dioxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethene
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Phosgene
Phosphine
Sulfur dioxide
Tetrahydrothiophene
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
CH3COCH3
NH3
C6H6
CO2
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H4
H2
HCl
HCN
H2S
CH4
NO2
NO
COCl2
PH3
SO2
C4H8S
Concentration
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
0.6 Vol. %
10 Vol. %
20 ppm
200 ppm
20 ppm
0.1 Vol. %
40 ppm
50 ppm
20 ppm
5 Vol. %
20 ppm
20 ppm
50 ppm
5 ppm
20 ppm
10 ppm
Display in ppm CO
≤ 30
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 8(–)
≤ 400
≤ 50
≤ 400
No effect
≤ 10
≤ 80
No effect
No effect
≤ 40
No effect
≤ 20
≤ 20
≤4
150| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC CO2
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Order no. 68 09 175
Guaranty
1 year
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Waste disposal, Food and beverage, breweries, metal processing, petrochemicals,
fertilizer production, sewage, police, customs and rescue services, mining and tunneling, shipping
and transport, power generation.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.2 Vol. %
0.1 Vol. %
0 to 5 Vol. % CO2 (carbon dioxide)
≤ 45 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90)
≤ ± 0.2 Vol. %
≤ ± 20% of measured value
≤ ± 0.1 Vol. %/month
≤ ± 15% of measured value/month
≤ 12 hours
(–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 0.01 Vol. %/K
≤ ± 2% of measured value/K
≤ ± 0.005 Vol. %/% RH
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/% RH
approx. 1 to 3 Vol. % CO2 test gas
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor is highly sensitive (see cross-sensitivity list) and offers an economical alternative to infrared
sensors, if you need to warn against CO2 concentrations in the ambient air.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of dioxide. To be sure, please check if gas
mixtures are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Chem. symbol
Concentration
Display
Ammonia
Boron trichloride
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethene
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen phosphide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Sulfur dioxide
NH3
BCl3
CO
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H4
H2
HCl
PH3
H2S
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
SO2
50 ppm
15 ppm
100 ppm
5 ppm
130 ppm
50 ppm
1,000 ppm
20 ppm
5 ppm
20 ppm
30 Vol. %
200 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
≤ 0.1(–)
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1(–)
≤ 0.1(–)
≤ 0.1(–)
≤ 0.1(–)
≤ 0.1(–)
≤ 0.1(–)
≤ 0.1(–)
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1(–)
≤ 0.1(–)
≤ 0.1(–)
≤ 0.1(–)
(–) Indicates negative deviation
152| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC COCl2
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
6 months
Order no. 68 08 582
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Production of plastics, insecticides production, dyes.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.01 ppm
0.01 ppm
0 to 10 ppm COCl2 (phosgene)
≤ 20 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T20)
≤ 40 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T50)
≤ ± 0.01 ppm
≤ ± 10% of measured value
≤ ± 0.01 ppm/month
≤ ± 2% of measured value/month
≤ 1 hour
(–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 0.001 ppm/K
≤ ± 1% of measured value/K
No effect
≤ ± 0.05% of measured value/% RH
COCl2 test gas between 40% and 100% of highest figure in the set
measurement range.
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
The XS Phosgene sensor is highly selective, especially against hydrogen chloride (HCl).
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of phosgene. To be sure, please check if gas
mixtures are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen peroxide
Hydrogen sulfide
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Ozone
Propanol
Sulfur dioxide
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H2
H2
HCl
H2O2
H2S
NO2
NO
O3
C3H7OH
SO2
Concentration
20 ppm
1.5 Vol. %
1,000 ppm
0.5 ppm
260 ppm
20 ppm
8,000 ppm
0.5 ppm
1 ppm
1 ppm
1 ppm
30 ppm
0.3 ppm
500 ppm
2 ppm
Display in ppm COCl2
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.2
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.7
No effect
≤1
≤ 0.1(–)
No effect
≤ 0.05(–)
No effect
No effect
154| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC H2
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Order no. 68 09 185
Guaranty
1 year
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Chemical, petrochemical, rocket fuel, leakages, production of plastics, metal processing, industrial
gases, fertilizer production
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
10 ppm
5 ppm
0 to 2,000 ppm H2 (hydrogen)
≤ 20 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90)
≤ ± 10 ppm
≤ ± 1% of measured value
≤ ± 4 ppm/month
≤ ± 4% of measured value/month
≤ 1 hour
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 10 ppm
≤ ± 1 ppm/K
No effect
≤ ± 0.15% of measured value/% RH
approx. 1,000 ppm H2 test gas
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor enables ppm concentrations of H2 (hydrogen) to be measured in the ambient air. It has a
very fast response time and is therefore especially suited to detect leakages.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of H2. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Acetone
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethene
Ethine
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Phosgene
Phosphine
Sulfur dioxide
Tetrahydrothiophene
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
CH3COCH3
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H4
C2H2
HCl
HCN
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
COCl2
PH3
SO2
C4H8S
Concentration
1,000 ppm
100 ppm
1.5 Vol. %
100 ppm
5 ppm
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
40 ppm
20 ppm
50 Vol. %
500 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
50 ppm
10 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
Display in ppm H2
≤ 10
No effect
No effect
≤ 130
≤ 5(–)
≤ 1800
≤ 700
No effect
≤ 20
No effect
≤ 750
≤ 15(–)
≤ 10
No effect
≤ 40
≤ 15
≤ 10
156| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC H2 HC
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
1 year
Order no. 68 11 365
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Ammonia synthesis, fuel refinement (hydrocracking), sulfur elimination, chemical, rocket fuel, leakage
inspection, metal processing, industrial gases, fertilizer production, battery chargers, fuel cells.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.02 Vol. %
0.01 Vol. %
0 to 4 Vol. % H2 (hydrogen)
≤ 20 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T50)
≤ ± 0.05 Vol. %
≤ ± 2% of measured value
≤ ± 0.05 Vol. %/year
≤ ± 3% of measured value/month
≤ 1 hour
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 0.05 Vol. %
≤ ± 5% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/% RH
approx. 2 Vol. % H2 test gas
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor covers the entire range of LELs up to 4 Vol. % H2, and is therefore the ideal addition when
using IR technology in the Dräger X-am 7000 to measure for explosion risks. The sensor also offers
high selectivity (see cross-sensitivity specifications) and linearity.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of H2. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethylene
Ethine
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Phosphine
Sulfur dioxide
Chem. symbol
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H4
C2H2
HCN
H2S
CH4
NO2
NO
PH3
SO2
Concentration
500 ppm
1.5 Vol. %
1,000 ppm
50 ppm
250 ppm
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
50 ppm
20 ppm
1 Vol. %
20 ppm
20 ppm
5 ppm
20 ppm
Display in Vol. % H2
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.1
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.02
No effect
≤ 0.1
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.05
≤ 0.02
No effect
158| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC HCN
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Order no. 68 09 150
Guaranty
1 year
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Metal processing, mining, fumigation and pest control, chemical war agent (blood agents).
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.5 ppm
0.1 ppm
0 to 50 ppm HCN (hydrogen cyanide)
≤ 10 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T50)
≤ ± 0.5 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 1 ppm/month
≤ ± 5% of measured value/month
≤ 15 minutes
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 1 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/% RH
approx. 10 ppm HCN
After long periods of exposure > 10 ppm HCN/hour, the sensor
should be recalibrated.
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
The extremely quick response time of this sensor provides a fast and reliable warning against prussic
acid (hydrogen cyanide).
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of hydrogen cyanide. To be sure, please check
if gas mixtures are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Acetone
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethene
Ethylene oxide
Ethine
Formaldehyde
Hydrogen
Hydrogen sulfide
i-propanol
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Phosphine
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
Tetrahydrothiophene
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
CH3COCH3
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H4
C2H4O
C2H2
HCHO
H2
H2S
(CH3)2CHOH
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
PH3
C3H8
SO2
C4H8S
Concentration
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
1.5 Vol. %
1,000 ppm
10 ppm
1,000 ppm
30 ppm
200 ppm
50 ppm
1.6 Vol. %
20 ppm
500 ppm
20 Vol. %
175 ppm
10 ppm
20 ppm
5 ppm
1 Vol. %
20 ppm
10 ppm
Display in ppm HCN
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.5
≤ 10(–)
No effect
No effect
≤ 20
≤2
≤ 10
≤5
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 10(–)
≤ 0.5
≤ 25
No effect
≤ 10
≤ 0.5
160| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC HF/HCI
Used in
Dräger X-am 5100
Plug & Play
no
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
1 year
Order no. 68 09 140
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Semiconductor, chemical
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
1 ppm
0.1 ppm
0 to 30 ppm HCl (hydrogen chloride)
0 to 30 ppm HNO3 (nitric acid)
0 to 30 ppm HBr (hydrogen bromide)
0 to 30 ppm POCl3 (phosphoryl trichloride)
0 to 30 ppm PCl3 (phosphorous trichloride)
0 to 30 ppm HF (hydrogen fluoride)
≤ 60 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T50)
≤ ± 1 ppm
≤ ± 15% of measured value
≤ ± 0.5 ppm/month
≤ ± 5% of measured value/month
≤ 1 hour
(–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
(30 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 0.5 ppm
≤ ± 10% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 2% of measured value/% RH
HCl test gas between 40% and 100% of the highest figure within the
set measurement ranget; or one of the other target gases HCl, HNO3,
HBr, POCl3,PCl3, HF. Every time the sensor is used, the following
function test should be performed beforehand. Procedure: hold the
unit over a container containing a (9 ± 0.5) mol of acetic acid, at room
temperature. Evaluation: after 30 seconds, the figure displayed should
be greater than 0.5 ppm HCl. If the figure is less than 0.5 ppm, then
the sensitivity must be calibrated. A function test can also be
performed using the test gas.
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor is used exclusively in the Dräger X-am 5100. This sensor can be used to monitor
concentrations of hydrogen chloride (HCl), nitric acid (HNO3), hydrogen bromide (HBr), phosphoryl
trichloride (POCl3), phosphorous trichloride (PCl3) and HF (hydrogen fluoride) in the ambient air.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of HCl/HF. To be sure, please check if gas
mixtures are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Ammonia*
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen peroxide
Hydrogen sulfide
i-propanol
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Sulfur dioxide
Chem. symbol
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
H2
HCN
H2O2
H2S
(CH3)2CHOH
CH4
NO2
NO
SO2
Concentration
500 ppm
10 Vol. %
150 ppm
5 ppm
1.5 Vol. %
20 ppm
20 ppm
30 ppm
500 ppm
2 Vol. %
20 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
Display in ppm HCl
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 22
No effect
≤9
No effect
≤2
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.8
≤5
≤ 20
* Volatile alkaline substances (such as NH3, amines) can impair the function of the sensor. If in doubt, perform a function test.
162| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC H2S 100
Order no. 68 09 110
DrägerSensor® XS 2 H2S
68 10 370
DrägerSensor® XS R H2S
68 10 260
DrägerSensor® XS H2S microPac (Dräger X-am 3000 only) 68 10 032
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty*
3/2/5 years
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Waste disposal, petrochemical, fertilizer production, sewage, mining and tunneling, shipping, inorganic
chemicals, steel industry, pulp and paper, organic chemicals, oil and gas, hazmat, biogas.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
1 ppm for XS EC / XS 2 / XS R, 2 ppm for XS microPac
0.1 ppm for XS EC / XS 2 / XS R, 1 ppm for XS microPac
0 to 100 ppm H2S (hydrogen sulfide)
≤ 20 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90) - XS R
≤ 25 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90) - XS EC
≤ 30 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90) - XS 2
≤ 39 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90) - XS microPac
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
≤ ± 1 ppm - XS EC / XS 2 / XS R, ≤ ± 2 ppm - XS microPac
≤ ± 2% of measured value - XS EC / XS R / XS microPac
≤ ± 1% of measured value - XS 2
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
* DrägerSensor XS EC H2S
DrägerSensor XS 2 H2S
DrägerSensor XS R H2S
DrägerSensor XS H2S microPac
≤ ± 1 ppm/year - XS EC / XS R / XS microPac
≤ ± 1 ppm/month - XS 2
≤ ± 1% of measured value/month
≤ 12 hours - XS EC / XS 2 / XS R, ≤ 10 minutes - XS microPac
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 122)°F - XS EC
(–40 to 50)°C (–40 to 122)°F - XS 2 / XS R / XS microPac
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 5 ppm - XS EC / XS microPac, ≤ ± 2 ppm - XS 2 / XS R
≤ ± 5% of measured value - XS EC / XS 2 / XS R
≤ ± 20% of measured value - XS microPac
≤ ± 0.02 ppm/% RH - XS EC / XS 2 / XS microPac, no effect - XS R
≤ ± 0.05% of measured value/% RH - XS EC / XS 2 / XS R
≤ ± 0.75% of measured value/% RH - XS microPac
approx. 20 to 100 ppm H2S test gas
= three-year guaranty
= two-year guaranty
= five-year guaranty
= two-year guaranty
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
These sensor’s advantages include fast response times and excellent linearity. At concentrations up to
20 ppm, sulfur dioxide only has a minor effect on hydrogen sulfide readings. This, therefore, enables
the selective measurement of hydrogen sulfide alongside sulfur dioxide.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of H2S. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES DrägerSensor® XS EC H 2 S 100
Gas/vapor
Acetone
Ammonia
Benzene
Carbon dioxide
Carbon disulfide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Dimethyldisulfide
Dimethylsulfide
Ethanol
Ethanethiol
Ethene
Ethine
FAM regular gasoline
(DIN 51635, DIN 51557)
Hexane
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Methane
Methanol
Methylmercaptane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Octane
Phosphine
Propane
Propene
Sulfur dioxide
sec-Butylmercaptan
Tetrahydrothiophene
Toluene
tert-Butylmercaptane
Trichloroethylene
Xylol
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
CH3COCH3
NH3
C6H6
CO2
CS2
CO
Cl2
CH3SSCH3
(CH3)2S
C2H5OH
C2H5SH
C2H4
C2H2
–
Concentration
1,000 ppm
500 ppm
0.6 Vol. %
1.5 Vol. %
15 ppm
125 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
200 ppm
20 ppm
1,000 ppm
0.6 Vol. %
0.55 Vol. %
Display in ppm H2S
≤4
≤1
≤1
≤ 1(–)
≤1
≤3
≤ 2(–)
≤ 13
≤6
≤2
≤5
≤ 10
≤ 10
≤1
C6H14
H2
HCl
HCN
CH4
CH3OH
CH3SH
NO2
NO
C8H18
PH3
C3H8
C3H6
SO2
C4H10SH
C4H5S
C2H5CH3
(CH3)3CSH
CHClCCl2
C6H4(CH3)2
0.6 Vol. %
1 Vol. %
40 ppm
50 ppm
5 Vol. %
200 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
0.4 Vol. %
5 ppm
1 Vol. %
0.5 Vol. %
20 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
0.6 Vol. %
20 ppm
1,000 ppm
0.5 Vol. %
≤1
≤ 10
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤ 10
≤ 15
≤1
≤ 10
≤1
≤5
≤1
≤1
≤4
≤ 7 ppm
≤4
≤1
≤ 10 ppm
≤1
≤4
164| DrägerSensor® XS
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES DrägerSensor® XS 2 H2S
Gas/vapor
Acetone
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon disulfide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethane
Ethanol
Ethanethiol
Ethene
Ethine
Hexane
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Phosgene
Phosphine
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
Tetrahydrothiophene
Toluene
Xylene
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
CH3COCH3
NH3
CO2
CS2
CO
Cl2
C2H6
C2H5OH
C2H5SH
C2H4
C2H2
C6H14
H2
HCl
HCN
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
COCL2
PH3
C3H8
SO2
C4H5S
C2H5CH3
C6H4(CH3)2
Concentration
1,000 ppm
500 ppm
1.5 Vol. %
15 ppm
125 ppm
20 ppm
0.2 Vol. %
200 ppm
10 ppm
1,000 ppm
0.6 Vol. %
0.6 Vol. %
1 Vol. %
40 ppm
50 ppm
5 Vol. %
200 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
50 ppm
5 ppm
1 Vol. %
20 ppm
10 ppm
0.6 Vol. %
0.5 Vol. %
Display in ppm H2S
≤4
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤3
≤2(–)
No effect
≤2
≤5
≤10
≤10
No effect
≤10
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤10
No effect
≤10
No effect
≤5
No effect
≤4
≤4
No effect
≤4
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RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES DrägerSensor® XS R H 2 S 100
Gas/vapor
Acetone
Ammonia
Benzene
Carbon dioxide
Carbon disulfide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethanethiol
Ethene
Ethine
FAM regular gasoline
(DIN 51635, DIN 51557)
Hexane
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Octane
Phosgene
Phosphine
Propane
Propene
Sulfur dioxide
Tetrahydrothiophene
Toluene
Xylene
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
CH3COCH3
NH3
C6H6
CO2
CS2
CO
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H5SH
C2H4
C2H2
–
Concentration
1,000 ppm
500 ppm
0.6 Vol. %
1.5 Vol. %
15 ppm
125 ppm
8 ppm
200 ppm
10 ppm
1,000 ppm
0.6 Vol. %
0.55 Vol. %
Display in ppm H2S
≤4
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 2(–)
≤2
≤5
≤ 10
≤ 10
No effect
C6H14
H2
HCl
HCN
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
C8H18
COCl2
PH3
C3H8
C3H6
SO2
C4H5S
C2H5CH3
C6H4(CH3)2
0.6 Vol. %
1 Vol. %
40 ppm
50 ppm
5 Vol. %
200 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
0.4 Vol. %
50 ppm
5 ppm
1 Vol. %
0.5 Vol. %
20 ppm
10 ppm
0.6 Vol. %
0.5 Vol. %
No effect
≤ 10
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 10
No effect
≤ 10
No effect
No effect
≤5
No effect
No effect
≤4
≤4
No effect
≤4
166| DrägerSensor® XS
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES DrägerSensor® XS H2S MICROPAC
Gas/vapor
Acetone
Ammonia
Benzene
Carbon dioxide
Carbon disulfide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethanethiol
Ethene
Ethine
FAM regular gasoline
Hexane
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen phosphide
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Octane
Phosgene
Propane
Propene
Sulfur dioxide
Tetrahydrothiophene
Toluene
Xylene
Chem. symbol
CH3COCH3
NH3
C 6 H6
CO2
CS2
CO
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H5SH
C2H4
C2H2
–
C6H14
H2
HCl
HCN
PH3
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
C8H18
COCl2
C3H8
C3H6
SO2
C4H8S
C6H5CH3
C6H4(CH3)2
Concentration
1,000 ppm
500 ppm
0.6 Vol. %
1.5 Vol. %
15 ppm
125 ppm
8 ppm
200 ppm
10 ppm
1,000 ppm
0.6 Vol. %
0.55 Vol. %
0.6 Vol. %
1 Vol. %
40 ppm
50 ppm
5 ppm
5 Vol. %
200 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
0.4 Vol. %
50 ppm
1 Vol. %
0.5 Vol. %
20 ppm
10 ppm
0.6 Vol. %
0.5 Vol. %
Display in ppm H2S
≤4
≤1
≤1
≤ 1(–)
≤1
≤3
≤ 2(–)
≤1
≤5
≤ 10
≤ 10
≤1
≤1
≤ 10
≤1
≤1
≤5
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤ 10
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤4
≤4
≤1
≤4
ST-14961-2008
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DrägerSensor® XS H2S
168| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC H2S HC
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
1 year
Order no. 68 09 180
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Waste disposal, petrochemical, fertilizer production, sewage, mining and tunneling, shipping, inorganic
chemicals, steel industry, pulp and paper, organic chemicals, oil and gas, hazmat, biogas.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
5 ppm
1 ppm
0 to 1,000 ppm H2S (hydrogen sulfide)
≤ 20 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90)
≤ ± 5 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 3 ppm/month
≤ ± 3% of measured value/month
≤ 12 hours
(–40 to 50)°C (–40 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 5 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 0.1 ppm/% RH
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/% RH
approx. 100 ppm H2S test gas
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Because of its excellent linearity, this sensor can be calibrated in its lower measurement range using a
hydrogen sulfide test gas without compromising on accuracy in its upper measurement range. It also
offers a fast response time and good selectivity.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of H2S. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Acetone
Ammonia
Benzene
Carbon dioxide
Carbon disulfide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethanethiol
Ethene
Ethine
FAM regular gasoline
(DIN 51635, DIN 51557)
Hexane
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Octane
Phosgene
Phosphine
Propane
Propene
Sulfur dioxide
Tetrahydrothiophene
Toluene
Xylol
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
CH3COCH3
NH3
C6H6
CO2
CS2
CO
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H5SH
C2H4
C2H2
–
Concentration
1,000 ppm
500 ppm
0.6 Vol. %
1.5 Vol. %
15 ppm
125 ppm
8 ppm
200 ppm
10 ppm
1,000 ppm
0.6 Vol. %
0.55 Vol. %
Display in ppm H2S
≤4
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤3
≤ 2(–)
≤2
≤5
≤ 10
≤ 10
No effect
C6H14
H2
HCl
HCN
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
C8H18
COCl2
PH3
C3H8
C3H6
SO2
C4H8S
C6H5CH3
C6H4(CH3)2
0.6 Vol. %
0.1 Vol. %
40 ppm
50 ppm
5 Vol. %
500 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
0.4 Vol. %
50 ppm
5 ppm
1 Vol. %
0.5 Vol. %
20 ppm
10 ppm
0.6 Vol. %
0.5 Vol. %
No effect
≤ 10
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 20
No effect
≤ 10
No effect
No effect
≤5
No effect
No effect
≤4
≤2
No effect
≤4
170| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS 2 H2S SR
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
2 years
Order no. 68 10 575
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Shipping
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
1 ppm
0.1 ppm
0 to 100 ppm H2S (hydrogen sulfide)
≤ 30 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90)
≤ ± 1 ppm
≤ ± 1% of measured value
≤ ± 1 ppm/month
≤ ± 2% of measured value/month
≤ 15 minutes
(–40 to 50)°C (–40 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 2 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 0.02 ppm/% RH
≤ ± 0.05% of measured value/% RH
approx. 20 to 100 ppm H2S test gas
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor offers a high level of electromagnetic compatibility, as is required in industries such as
shipping.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of H2S. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Acetone
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon disulfide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethane
Ethanol
Ethanthiol
Ethene
Ethine
Hexane
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Phosgene
Phosphine
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
Tetrahydrothiophene
Toluene
Xylol
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
CH3COCH3
NH3
CO2
CS2
CO
Cl2
C2H6
C2H5OH
C2H5SH
C2H4
C2H2
C6H14
H2
HCl
HCN
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
COCl2
PH3
C3H8
SO2
C4H8S
C6H5CH3
C6H4(CH3)2
Concentration
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
1.5 Vol. %
15 ppm
1,000 ppm
20 ppm
0.2 Vol. %
200 ppm
10 ppm
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
0.6 Vol. %
1 Vol. %
40 ppm
50 ppm
5 Vol. %
500 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
50 ppm
5 ppm
1 Vol. %
20 ppm
10 ppm
0.6 Vol. %
0.5 Vol. %
Display in ppm H2S
≤4
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤7
≤ 6(–)
No effect
No effect
≤5
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 10
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 5(–)
≤2
No effect
≤5
No effect
≤4
≤4
No effect
≤4
172| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC H2O2
Used in
Dräger X-am 5100
Plug & Play
no
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
1 year
Order no. 68 09 170
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Disinfection and sterilization, bleaching, decontaminating interior spaces.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.5 ppm
0.1 ppm
0 to 20 ppm H2O2 (hydrogen peroxide)
≤ 60 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90)
≤ ± 0.5 ppm
≤ ± 10% of measured value
≤ ± 1 ppm/year
≤ ± 2% of measured value/month
≤ 12 hours
(0 to 50)°C (32 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 1 ppm
≤ ± 0.5% of measured value/K
≤ ± 0.01 ppm/% RH
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/% RH
H2O2 test gas between 40% and 100% of the highest figure within the
set measurement range. The Dräger Sensor XS EC H2O2 has a
defined cross sensitivity to sulphur dioxide (SO2). Alternatively, the
sensor can be calibrated using SO2. Such surrogate calibration with
SO2 can lead to an additional measuring error of up to 20%. We
recommend calibrating devices using the gas that is to be detected
during actual operation. This method of target gas calibration is more
accurate than calibrating with a surrogate gas.
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor is used in the Dräger X-am 5100 to monitor the H2O2 (hydrogen peroxide) concentration
in the ambient air. It offers high sensitivity (see cross-sensitivity table).
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of H2O2. To be sure, please check if gas
mixtures are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Acetone
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethene
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
i-propanol
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Phosphine
Sulfur dioxide
Tetrahydrothiophene
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
CH3COCH3
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H4
C2H2
H2
HCl
HCN
H2S
(CH3)CHOH
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
PH3
SO2
C4H8S
Concentration
1,000 ppm
100 ppm
1.5 Vol. %
125 ppm
5 ppm
50 ppm
200 ppm
1.5 Vol. %
15 ppm
25 ppm
20 ppm
500 ppm
5 Vol. %
200 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
5 ppm
20 ppm
10 ppm
Display in ppm H2O2
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 1(–)
No effect
≤ 35
≤5
≤3
≤7
≤ 80
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 15(–)
No effect
≤ 15
≤ 10
≤5
174| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC Hydrazine
Used in
Dräger X-am 5100
Plug & Play
no
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
1 year
Order no. 68 09 190
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Rocket fuel, aircraft fuel (e.g. F-16), fuel for emergency power generators, for electrochemical power
generation in secondary cells or in alkaline fuel cells, especially in space travel, submarines, and other
military equipment.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.02 ppm
0.01 ppm
0 to 3 ppm N2H4 (hydrazine)
0 to 3 ppm CH3NH-NH2 (methyl hydrazine)
0 to 3 ppm (CH3)2N-NH2 (dimethylhydrazine)
≤ 180 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90)
≤ ± 0.01 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 0.01 ppm/month
≤ ± 5% of measured value/month
≤ 1 hour
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 122)°F
(15 to 95)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
No effect
≤ ± 5% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/% RH
N2H4, MMH or UDMH
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor is used exclusively in the Dräger X-am 5100 for monitoring concentrations of hydrazine
(N2H4), methyl hydrazine (CH3NH-NH2), and dimethylhydrazine ((CH3)2N-NH2).
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of hydrazine. To be sure, please check if gas
mixtures are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Acetone
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethene
Hydrogen
Hydrogen sulfide
i-propanol
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
CH3COCH3
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H4
H2
H2S
(CH3)2CHOH
CH4
NO2
NO
C3H8
SO2
Concentration
1,000 ppm
250 ppm
100 Vol. %
1,000 ppm
10 ppm
130 ppm
20 ppm
1,000 ppm
20 ppm
1,000 ppm
3 Vol. %
20 ppm
25 ppm
1.5 Vol. %
10 ppm
Display in ppm N2H4
No effect
≤ 2.5
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.1(–)
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.25
No effect
No effect
≤ 0,05
≤ 0.05
No effect
No effect
176| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC Hydrazine D
Used in
Dräger Pac III S / E*
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
6 months
Order no. 68 10 295
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Rocket fuel, aircraft fuel (e.g. F-16), fuel for emergency power generators, for electrochemical power
generation in secondary cells or in alkaline fuel cells, especially in space travel, submarines, and other
military equipment.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.02 ppm
0.01 ppm
0 to 3 ppm N2H4 (hydrazine)
0 to 3 ppm CH3NH-NH2 (methyl hydrazine)
0 to 3 ppm (CH3)2N-NH2 (dimethylhydrazine)
≤ 180 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90)
≤ ± 0.01 ppm
≤ ± 10% of measured value
≤ ± 0.01 ppm/month
≤ ± 20% of measured value/6 months
≤ 1 hour
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 122)°F
(15 to 95)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
No effect
≤ ± 5% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/% RH
N2H4 test gas between 40% and 100% of the highest figure in the set
measurement range; or of one of the other target gases: MMH or
UDMH
*The DrägerSensor XS EC Hydrazine D can be ordered as a replacement sensor for the Dräger Pac III S/E.
The Dräger Pac III will no longer be sold at the end of 2011. The DrägerSensor XS EC Hydrazine used in combination with
the Dräger X-am 5100 can then be used to monitor hydrazine concentrations.
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor is used exclusively in the Dräger Pac III for monitoring concentrations of hydrazine (N2H4),
methyl hydrazine (CH3NH-NH2), and dimethylhydrazine ((CH3)2N-NH2). Hydrazines tend to be
adsorbed by surfaces, which means a special sensor cap should be used (order no. 68 09 541). This
sensor does not have to be recalibrated during its limited life span.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of hydrazine. To be sure, please check if gas
mixtures are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Acetone
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethene
Hydrogen
Hydrogen sulfide
i-propanol
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
CH3COCH3
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H4
H2
H2S
(CH3)2CHOH
CH4
NO2
NO
C3H8
SO2
Concentration
1,000 ppm
250 ppm
100 Vol. %
1,000 ppm
10 ppm
130 ppm
20 ppm
1,000 ppm
20 ppm
1,000 ppm
3 Vol. %
20 ppm
25 ppm
1.5 Vol. %
10 ppm
Display in ppm N2H4
No effect
≤ 2.5
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.1(–)
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.25
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.05
≤ 0.05
No effect
No effect
178| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC Hydride
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
1 year
Order no. 68 09 135
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Inorganic chemicals, industry, fumigation, pre entry measurement.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.02 ppm
0.01 ppm
0 to 20 ppm PH3 (hydrogen phosphide)
0 to 20 ppm AsH3 (arsine)
0 to 1 ppm B2H6 (diborane)
0 to 20 ppm GeH4 (germanium tetrahydride)
0 to 50 ppm SiH4 (silane)
≤ 10 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90) for PH3, B2H6, SiH4
≤ 20 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90) for AsH3, GeH4
≤ ± 0.02 ppm for PH3, B2H6, SiH4, GeH4
≤ ± 0.05 ppm for AsH3
≤ ± 2% of measured value
≤ ± 0.02 ppm/month
≤ ± 2% of measured value/month for PH3, AsH3
≤ ± 3% of measured value/month for SiH4
≤ ± 5% of measured value/month for B2H6, GeH4
≤ 15 minutes
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 0.02 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 0.02 ppm
≤ ± 0.05% of measured value/% RH
approx. 0.5 ppm PH3 test gas or one of the other target gases:
AsH3, B2H6, GeH4, SiH4
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor can be used to monitor the concentration of PH3 (hydrogen phosphide), AsH3 (arsine),
B2H6 (diborane), GeH4 (germanium tetrahydride) or SiH4 (silane) in the ambient air. It is sufficient to
calibrate the sensor using a PH3 test gas; by doing so all of the other target gases are then
automatically calibrated.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of hydride. To be sure, please check if gas
mixtures are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Acetone
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethene
Ethine
Formaldehyde
Hydrogen
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
i-propanol
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Sulfur dioxide
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
CH3COCH3
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H4
C2H2
HCHO
H2
HCN
H2S
(CH3)2CHOH
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
SO2
Concentration
1,000 ppm
250 ppm
1.5 Vol. %
150 ppm
10 ppm
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
50 ppm
1,000 ppm
50 ppm
20 ppm
1 Vol. %
4 Vol. %
200 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
10 ppm
Display in ppm PH3
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.1
≤ 2(–)
≤ 0,2
≤ 12
≤ 0.15
≤ 0.25
≤2
≤ 20
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 5(–)
No effect
≤2
180| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC NH3
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Order no. 68 09 145
Guaranty
1 year
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Food and beverage, poultry farming, power generation, inorganic chemicals, fertilizer production,
analysis of chemical war agents, hazmat, fumigation, metal processing, petrochemicals, pulp and paper.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
3 ppm
1 ppm
0 to 300 ppm NH3 (ammonia)
≤ 20 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T50)
≤ ± 3 ppm
≤ ± 3% of measured value
≤ ± 2 ppm/month
≤ ± 2% of measured value/month
≤ 12 hours
(–40 to 50)°C (–40 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 5 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 0.1 ppm/% RH
≤ ± 0.2% of measured value/% RH
approx. 50 to 100 ppm NH3
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
The quick response time of this sensor provides a fast and reliable warning against ammonia.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of NH3. To be sure, please check if gas
mixtures are present. .
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Acetone
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethene
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Phosphine
Sulfur dioxide
Tetrahydrothiophene
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
CH3COCH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H4
C2H2
H2
HCN
H2S
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
PH3
SO2
C4H8S
Concentration
1,000 ppm
1.5 Vol. %
200 ppm
10 ppm
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
1,000 ppm
25 ppm
20 ppm
10 Vol. %
200 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
5 ppm
20 ppm
10 ppm
Display in ppm NH3
No effect
≤ 5(–)
No effect
≤ 20(–)
≤3
No effect
≤3
≤3
≤ 50
No effect
≤3
≤ 10(–)
≤ 10
≤8
No effect
≤ 10
182| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC NO
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Order no. 68 09 125
Guaranty
1 year
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Power plants, district heating plants
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
1 ppm
0.5 ppm
0 to 200 ppm NO (nitrogen monoxide)
≤ 30 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90)
≤ ± 1 ppm
≤ ± 3% of measured value
≤ ± 1 ppm/month
≤ ± 3% of measured value/month
≤ 18 hours
(–40 to 50)°C (–40 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 0.01 ppm/K
≤ ± 0.2% of measured value/K
≤ ± 0.01 ppm/% RH
≤ ± 0.05% of measured value/% RH
approx. 10 to 25 ppm NO test gas
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor enables a selective measurement of NO. It also offers a very fast response time and
excellent linearity across its entire measurement range.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of NO. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Acetone
Ammonia
Benzene
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethene
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Phosphine
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
Tetrachloroethylene
Toluene
Trichloroethylene
Chem. symbol
CH3COCH3
NH3
C6H6
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H4
C2H2
H2
HCl
HCN
H2S
CH4
NO2
PH3
C3H8
SO2
CCl2 CCl2
C6H5CH3
CHClCCl2
Concentration
1,000 ppm
500 ppm
0.6 Vol. %
5 Vol. %
2,000 ppm
5 ppm
250 ppm
0.1 Vol. %
0.8 Vol. %
5 Vol. %
40 ppm
50 ppm
5 ppm
2 Vol. %
20 ppm
2 ppm
1 Vol. %
10 ppm
1,000 ppm
0.6 Vol. %
1,000 ppm
Display in ppm NO
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤2
≤2
No effect
No effect
≤5
No effect
≤1
≤2
No effect
≤2
No effect
No effect
No effect
184| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC NO2
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Order no. 68 09 155
Guaranty
1 year
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Inorganic chemicals, metal processing, oil and gas, petrochemicals, steel, shipping, rocket
engineering, mining and tunneling.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.5 ppm
0.1 ppm
0 to 50 ppm NO2 (nitrogen dioxide)
≤ 15 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90)
≤ ± 0.5 ppm
≤ ± 2% of measured value
≤ ± 1 ppm/month
≤ ± 2% of measured value/month
≤ 15 minutes
(–40 to 50)°C (–40 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 1 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 0.2% of measured value/% RH
approx. 5 to 50 ppm NO2 test gas
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor offers a fast response time and stable readings, even after
experiencing high
concentrations of nitrogen dioxide.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of NO2. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Acetaldehyde
Acetone
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethene
Ethine
Formaldehyde
Hydrogen
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen monoxide
Phosphine
Sulfur dioxide
Tetrahydrothiophene
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
CH3CHO
CH3COCH3
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H4
C2H2
HCHO
H2
HCN
H2S
CH4
CH3OH
NO
PH3
SO2
C4H8S
Concentration
500 ppm
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
2.5 Vol. %
125 ppm
10 ppm
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
50 ppm
1,000 ppm
50 ppm
20 ppm
5 Vol. %
175 ppm
20 ppm
5 ppm
50 ppm
10 ppm
Display in ppm NO2
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 10
≤ 1(–)
≤ 60(–)
No effect
≤ 2(–)
≤ 10(–)
≤ 100(–)
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 25(–)
≤ 50(–)
≤ 5(–)
186| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC Odorant
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
1 year
Order no. 68 09 200
Selective filter
B2T, 68 09 198 – replaceable
Cross sensitivities from acidic gases
(H2S, SO2) are largely eliminated
MARKET SEGMENTS
Gas supply companies
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
1 ppm
0.5 ppm
0 to 40 ppm C4H8S (tetrahydrothiophene)
0 to 40 ppm (CH3)3CSH (t-butyl mercaptan)
0 to 40 ppm C2H5CH(CH3)SH (sec-butyl mercaptan)
0 to 40 ppm CH3SH (methyl mercaptan)
0 to 40 ppm C2H5SH (ethyl mercaptan)
0 to 100 ppm (CH3)2S (dimethyl sulfide)
0 to 40 ppm CH3SSCH3 (dimethyl disulfide)
≤ 90 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90)
≤ ± 1 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 1 ppm/month
≤ ± 3% of measured value/month
≤ 12 hours
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 122)°F for THT, TBM, SBM
(5 to 40)°C (32 to 104)°F for MeM, EtM, DMS, DMDS
(0 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 1 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 0.01 ppm/% RH
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/% RH
THT test gas between 40% and 100% of the highest figure in the set
measurement range; or of one of the other target gases: TBM, SBM,
MeM, EtM, DMS, DMDS
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor can be used to monitor seven different odorants in the ambient air or (for short
periods) in natural gas. It is sufficient to calibrate the sensor using a THT test gas. By doing so, all of
the other target gases are then automatically calibrated.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of THT. To be sure, please check if gas
mixtures are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Chem. symbol
Concentration
Acetone
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethene
Hydrogen
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
n-propyl mercaptan
Phosphine
Sulfur dioxide
CH3COCH3
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H4
H2
HCN
H2S
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
C3H7SH
PH3
SO2
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
1.5 Vol. %
125 ppm
8 ppm
50 ppm
1,000 ppm
50 ppm
10 ppm
100 Vol. %
175 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
6 ppm
5 ppm
20 ppm
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Display in
ppm THT
without
selective filter
≤3
No effect
No effect
≤3
≤ 3(–)
No effect
≤2
No effect
≤ 30
No effect
≤8
≤2
≤ 30
≤4
≤ 15
≤ 15
Display in
ppm THT
with
selective filter
≤3
No effect
No effect
≤3
No effect
No effect
≤2
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤8
≤2
≤ 30
≤4
≤ 15
No effect
188| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC OV
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Order no. 68 09 115
Guaranty
1 year
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Production of plastics, painter, chemical industry, disinfection, pest control.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
1 ppm
0.5 ppm
0 to 200 ppm C2H4O (ethylene oxide)
0 to 200 ppm C3H6O (propylene oxide)
0 to 100 ppm C2H4 (ethene)
0 to 100 ppm C3H6 (propene)
0 to 100 ppm C2H3Cl (vinyl chloride)
0 to 100 ppm CH3OH (methanol)
0 to 300 ppm C2H5OH (ethanol)
0 to 200 ppm CH3CHO (acetaldehyde)
0 to 100 ppm CH2CHCHCH2 (butadiene)
0 to 100 ppm HCHO (formaldehyde)
0 to 100 ppm CH3COOC2H3 (vinyl acetate)
0 to 300 ppm (H3C)2CHOH (isopropanol)
≤ 90 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T50)
≤ ± 3 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 2 ppm/month
≤ ± 5% of measured value/month
≤ 18 hours
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 0.1 ppm/K at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
≤ ± 1 ppm/K at (40 to 50)°C (104 to 122)°F
≤ ± 1% of measured value/K
No effect
≤ ± 0.2% of measured value/% RH
approx. 10 ppm C2H4O test gas or one of the other target gases
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor is especially suited to detect leakages of numerous organic gases and vapors. Although it
does not detect as broad a spectrum of gases as a PID, it has the key advantage of being almost
completely insensitive to moisture. It also does not need to be calibrated every day, having instead a
six-month calibration interval typical of electrochemical sensors. Furthermore, for the majority of gases
it is enough to calibrate it using ethylene oxide, whereby all other gases are automatically calibrated as
well. The exceptions are ethyne, tetrahydrofuran, and diethyl ether, which have to be calibrated using
the target gas.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of ethylene oxide. To be sure, please check if
gas mixtures are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Acetic acid
Acetone
Ammonia
Benzene
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Chlorobenzene
Dichloromethane
Dimethyl disulfide
Dimethyl sulfide
Dimethylformamide
Ethane
Ethyl acetate
Gasoline, F 50
Gasoline,
FAM regular gasoline
Gasoline, premium unleaded
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Methanethiol
Methyl isobutyl ketone
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Phenol
Phosgene
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
Tetrachloroethylene
Toluene
Trichloroethylene
Xylol
Chem. symbol
CH3COOH
CH3COCH3
NH3
C6H6
CO2
CO
Cl2
C6H5Cl
CH2Cl2
(CH3)2S2
(CH3)2S
HCON(CH3)2
C2H6
CH3COOC2H5
–
–
Concentration
100 ppm
1,000 ppm
100 ppm
2,000 ppm
30 Vol. %
100 ppm
10 ppm
200 ppm
1,000 ppm
50 ppm
50 ppm
100 ppm
0.2 Vol. %
100 ppm
700 ppm
0.5 Vol. %
Display in ppm C2H4O
No effect
≤ 15
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 56
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 65
≤ 40
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 20
≤3
–
H2
HCl
HCN
H2S
CH4
CH3SH
(CH3)2CHCH2COCH3
NO2
NO
C6H5OH
COCl2
C3H8
SO2
CCl2 CCl2
C6H5CH3
CHClCCl2
C6H4(CH3)2
700 ppm
5,000 ppm
40 ppm
20 ppm
10 ppm
2 Vol. %
50 ppm
500 ppm
50 ppm
25 ppm
30 ppm
50 ppm
1 Vol. %
10 ppm
100 ppm
1,000 ppm
1,000 ppm
0.2 Vol. %
≤ 70
≤ 50
≤ 10
≤ 20
≤ 20
No effect
≤ 75
No effect
≤5
≤ 25
≤6
No effect
≤3
≤4
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
This sensor is not suitable for monitoring the limit values of ethylene oxide, propylene oxide, butadiene, formaldehyde, vinyl acetate or vinyl
chloride.
190| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC OV-A
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
1 year
Order no. 68 09 522
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Production of plastics, disinfection, painter, chemical industry.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
5 ppm
0.5 ppm
0 to 100 ppm C2H4O (ethylene oxide)
0 to 100 ppm H2CCHCN (acrylonitrile)
0 to 100 ppm C6H5CHCH2 (styrol)
0 to 100 ppm H2CC(CH3)COOCH3 (methyl methacrylate)
0 to 300 ppm (CH3)2CCH2 (isobutylene)
0 to 100 ppm C2H3OCH2Cl (epichlorohydrin)
≤ 90 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T50) for EO, But, ClPO
≤ 300 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T50) for ACN, MMA, Styr
≤ ± 2 ppm
≤ ± 20% of measured value
≤ ± 2 ppm/month
≤ ± 10% of measured value/month
≤ 18 hours
(–20 to 55)°C (–4 to 131)°F for EO, But, Styr, ClPO
(5 to 40)°C (41 to 104)°F for ACN, MMA
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 0.2 ppm/K
≤ ± 1% of measured value/K
≤ ± 0.1 ppm/% RH
≤ ± 0.2% of measured value/% RH
approx. 10 ppm C2H4O test gas or one of the other target gases
ClPO, ACN, Styr, MMA, But
| 191
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
The DrägerSensor® XS OV-A has the same excellent insensitivity to moisture that the other DrägerSensor® XS OVs have, but it has also been optimized for other organic gases and vapors. Target gas
calibration is required for all gases. Because of the absorption effects of the gases it measures, dust
filters cannot be used.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of ethylene oxide. To be sure, please check if
gas mixtures are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Acetic acid
Acetone
Ammonia
Benzene
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Chlorobenzene
Dichloromethane
Dimethyl disulfide
Dimethyl sulfide
Dimethylformamide
Ethyl acetate
Gasoline, F 50
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Methanethiol
Methyl isobutyl ketone
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Phenol
Phosgene
Sulfur dioxide
Trichloroethylene
Chem. symbol
CH3COOH
CH3COCH3
NH3
C6H6
CO2
CO
Cl2
C6H5Cl
CH2Cl2
(CH3)2S2
(CH3)2S
HCON(CH3)2
CH3COOC2H5
–
H2
HCl
HCN
H2S
CH4
CH3SH
(CH3)2CHCH2COCH3
NO2
NO
C6H5OH
COCl2
SO2
CHClCCl2
Concentration
100 ppm
1,000 ppm
100 ppm
2,000 ppm
30 Vol. %
30 ppm
10 ppm
200 ppm
1,000 ppm
50 ppm
50 ppm
100 ppm
100 ppm
700 ppm
5,000 ppm
40 ppm
20 ppm
10 ppm
2 Vol. %
50 ppm
500 ppm
50 ppm
25 ppm
30 ppm
50 ppm
10 ppm
1,000 ppm
Display in ppm C2H4O
No effect
≤ 15
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 15
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 65
≤ 40
No effect
No effect
≤ 20
≤ 50
≤ 10
≤ 20
≤ 20
No effect
≤ 75
No effect
≤5
≤ 25
≤6
No effect
≤4
No effect
192| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC O2-LS
Order no. 68 09 130
DrägerSensor® XS 2 O2
68 10 375
DrägerSensor® XS R O2
68 10 262
DrägerSensor® XS O2 microPac (Dräger X-am 3000 only) 68 10 034
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty*
3/2/5 years
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Sewage, mining and tunneling, fumigation, biogas, measuring hazmat, industrial gases.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
0.1 Vol. %
0.1 Vol. %
0 to 25 Vol. % O2 (oxygen)
≤ 25 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90) – XS EC
≤ 20 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90) – XS 2 / XS R
≤ 32 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90) – XS microPac
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
* DrägerSensor XS EC O2
DrägerSensor XS 2 O2
DrägerSensor XS R O2
DrägerSensor XS O2 microPac
≤ ± 0.2 Vol. %
≤ ± 1% of measured value
≤ ± 0.5 Vol. %/year
≤ ± 1% of measured value/month
≤ 1 hour
(–40 to 50)°C (–40 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 0.4 Vol. % XS EC / XS microPac
≤ ± 0.2 Vol. % XS 2 / XS R
≤ ± 2% of measured value XS EC
≤ ± 1% of measured value XS R / XS 2
≤ ± 4.5% of measured value XS microPac
≤ ± 0.002 Vol. %/% RH – XS EC / XS microPac
No effect – XS 2 / XS R
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/% RH
N2 (zero gas)
approx. 18 Vol. % O2
= three-year guaranty
= two-year guaranty
= five-year guaranty
= two-year guaranty
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
DrägerSensor® XS oxygen sensors are lead-free, thus complying with Directive 2002/95/EC (RoHS).
Because they are non-consuming sensors, they have a much longer life spans than sensors that are
consuming.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of O2. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES DrägerSensor® XS EC O2 LS
Gas/vapor
Chlorine
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Ethane
Ethanol
Ethene
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
Cl2
CO2
CO
C2H6
C2H5OH
C2H4
C2H2
H2
HCl
H2S
CH4
NO2
NO
C3H8
SO2
Concentration
20 ppm
5 Vol. %
0.5 Vol. %
5 Vol. %
1 Vol. %
2 Vol. %
0.5 Vol. %
1 Vol. %
40 ppm
100 ppm
10 Vol. %
50 ppm
100 ppm
2 Vol. %
50 ppm
Display in Vol. % O2
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.3(–)
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.2(–)
≤ 0.5(–)
≤ 0.2(–)
≤ 1.6(–)
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
194| DrägerSensor® XS
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES DrägerSensor® XS 2 O2
Gas/vapor
Chlorine
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Ethane
Ethanol
Ethene
Ethyne
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
Chem. symbol
Cl2
CO2
CO
C2H6
C2H5OH
C2H4
C2H2
H2
HCl
H2S
CH4
NO2
NO
C3H8
SO2
Concentration
20 ppm
5 Vol. %
0.5 Vol. %
5 Vol. %
1 Vol. %
2 Vol. %
0.5 Vol. %
1 Vol. %
40 ppm
100 ppm
10 Vol. %
50 ppm
100 ppm
2 Vol. %
50 ppm
Display in Vol. % O2
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.3(–)
No effect
≤ 0.2(–)
≤ 0.5(–)
≤ 0.2(–)
≤ 1.6(–)
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES DrägerSensor® XS R O2 LS
Gas/vapor
Chlorine
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Ethane
Ethanol
Ethene
Ethyne
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
Cl2
CO2
CO
C2H6
C2H5OH
C2H4
C2H2
HCl
H2S
CH4
NO2
NO
C3H8
SO2
Concentration
20 ppm
5 Vol. %
0.5 Vol. %
5 Vol. %
1 Vol. %
2 Vol. %
0.5 Vol. %
40 ppm
100 ppm
10 Vol. %
50 ppm
100 ppm
2 Vol. %
50 ppm
Display in Vol. % O2
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.3(–)
No effect
≤ 0.2(–)
≤ 0.5(–)
≤ 0.2(–)
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
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RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES DrägerSensor® XS O2 MICROPAC
Gas/vapor
Chlorine
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Ethane
Ethanol
Ethene
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
Cl2
CO2
CO
C2H6
C2H5OH
C2H4
C2H2
H2
HCl
H2S
CH4
NO2
NO
C3H8
SO2
Concentration
20 ppm
5 Vol. %
0.5 Vol. %
5 Vol. %
1 Vol. %
2 Vol. %
0.5 Vol. %
1 Vol. %
40 ppm
100 ppm
10 Vol. %
50 ppm
100 ppm
2 Vol. %
50 ppm
Display in Vol. % O2
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.3(–)
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.2(–)
≤ 0.5(–)
≤ 0.2(–)
≤ 1.6(–)
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
196| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC O2 100
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
1 year
Order no. 68 09 550
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Sewage, mining and tunneling, fumigation, biogas, hazmat, industrial gases.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.5 Vol. %
0.5 Vol. %
0 to 100 Vol. % O2 (oxygen)
≤ 5 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90)
≤ ± 0.5 Vol. %
≤ ± 1% of measured value
≤ ± 0.5 Vol. %/year
≤ ± 3% of measured value/month
≤ 1 hour
(0 to 45)°C (32 to 133)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,100) hPa
No effect
≤ ± 5% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 0.01% of measured value/% RH
N2 (zero gas)
approx. 18 Vol. % O2
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor can be used for measuring oxygen concentrations of up to 100 Vol. % O2 in the
ambient air. The principle upon which the sensor is based is the measurement of the partial
oxygen pressure, which means it can also measure oxygen in inert gases like nitrogen, argon, and
helium.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of O2. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Carbon dioxide
Chlorine
Helium
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
CO2
Cl2
He
HCl
H2S
CH4
NO2
NO
C3H8
SO2
Concentration
5 Vol. %
20 ppm
50 Vol. %
40 ppm
100 ppm
10 Vol. %
50 ppm
0.05 Vol. %
2 Vol. %
50 ppm
Display in Vol. %O2
≤ 1(–)
No effect
≤ 1(–)
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 1(–)
No effect
No effect
198| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC PH3 HC
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Guaranty
1 year
Order no. 68 09 535
Selective filter
–
MARKET SEGMENTS
Inorganic chemicals, industry, fumigation, pre entry measurements.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
2 ppm
1 ppm
0 to 1,000 ppm PH3 (phosphine)
≤ 10 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90)
≤ ± 1 ppm
≤ ± 3% of measured value
≤ ± 1 ppm/month
≤ ± 3% of measured value/month
≤ 15 minutes
(–40 to 50)°C (–40 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
No effect
≤ ± 5% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 0.05% of measured value/% RH
approx. 20 to 50 ppm PH3
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor demonstrates excellent linearity across the whole measurement range even if calibrated in
the lower levels of that range, and it also provides a stable reading even at high concentrations over long
periods of time.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of phosphine. To be sure, please check if gas
mixtures are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Acetone
Ammonia
Arsine
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Diborane
Ethanol
Ethene
Germanium tetrahydride
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen selenide
Hydrogen sulfide
i-propanol
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Silane
Sulfur dioxide
Toluene
Trimethylboron
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
CH3COCH3
NH3
AsH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
B2H6
C2H5OH
C2H4
GeH4
H2
HCl
HCN
H2Se
H2S
(CH3)CHOH
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
SiH4
SO2
C6H5CH3
B(CH3)3
Concentration
1.25 Vol. %
50 ppm
5 ppm
10 Vol. %
300 ppm
5 ppm
5 ppm
250 ppm
200 ppm
5 ppm
1,000 ppm
20 ppm
25 ppm
5 ppm
20 ppm
1 Vol. %
4 Vol. %
200 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
5 ppm
10 ppm
1 Vol. %
1 ppm
Display in ppm PH3
No effect
No effect
≤4
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤3
No effect
No effect
≤5
No effect
No effect
≤2
≤2
≤ 20
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 5(–)
No effect
≤5
≤2
No effect
No effect
200| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC SO2
Used in
Dräger X-am 7000
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Order no. 68 09 160
Guaranty
1 year
Selective filter
K1T, 68 09 163 – replaceable
Eliminates cross-sensitivity to
hydrogen sulfide (H2S).
MARKET SEGMENTS
Food industry, pest control, mining, oil and gas, petrochemicals, pulp and paper, shipping, steel
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.5 ppm
0.1 ppm
0 to 100 ppm SO2 (sulfur dioxide)
≤ 20 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90)
≤ ± 0.2 ppm
≤ ± 2% of measured value
≤ ± 1 ppm/month
≤ ± 2% of measured value/month
≤ 15 minutes
(–40 to 50)°C (–40 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 1 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 0.002 ppm/% RH
≤ ± 0.2% of measured value/% RH
approx. 10 ppm SO2 test gas
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
In addition to a fast response time and excellent linearity, this sensor is highly selective if the selective
filter is used. The K1T selective filter (order no. 68 09 163) is an accessory for the DrägerSensor® XS
EC SO2 and eliminates the sensor’s cross-sensitivity to hydrogen sulfide. The filter has a lifetime of
2,000 ppm × hours, which means that at a hydrogen sulfide concentration of 1 ppm it can be used for
2,000 hours.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of SO2. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Chem. symbol
Concentration
Acetaldehyde
Acetone
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethene
Ethine
Formaldehyde
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Phosphine
Tetrahydrothiophene
CH3CHO
CH3COCH3
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H4
C2H2
HCHO
HCN
H2
H2S
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
PH3
C4H8S
500 ppm
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
30 Vol. %
125 ppm
5 ppm
50 ppm
200 ppm
50 ppm
20 ppm
1,000 ppm
20 ppm
2 Vol. %
175 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
5 ppm
10 ppm
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Display in ppm SO2
without selective filter
≤ 0.5
≤ 0.5
≤ 0.5
≤ 0.5
≤ 0.5
≤ 5(–)
≤ 0.5
≤ 60
≤1
≤ 10
≤2
≤ 100
≤ 0.5
≤ 0.5
≤ 20(–)
≤ 0.5
≤ 50
≤5
202| DrägerSensor® XS
DrägerSensor® XS EC THT
Used in
Dräger Pac III S / E*
Plug & Play
yes
Replaceable
yes
Order no. 68 09 195
Guaranty
1 year
Selective filter
B2T, 68 09 198 – replaceable
Cross sensitivities from acidic gases
(H2S, SO2) are largely eliminated
MARKET SEGMENTS
Gas supply companies
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
3 mg/m3
1 mg/m3
0 to 100 mg/m3 THT (tetrahydrothiophene)
≤ 90 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90)
≤ ± 3 mg/m3
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 3 mg/m3/month
≤ ± 3% of measured value/month
≤ 12 hours
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 3 mg/m3
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 0.04 mg/m3/% RH
≤ ± 0.01% of measured value/% RH
THT test gas between 40% and 100% of the highest figure within the
set measurement range.
The DrägerSensor XS EC THT can be ordered as a replacement sensor for the Dräger Pac III S/E. The Dräger Pac III will no longer
be sold at the end of 2011. The DrägerSensor XS EC Odorant used in combination with the Dräger X-am 5000/5600 can then be used
to monitor THT concentrations.
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
THT (tetrahydrothiophene) is one of the most common odorants. This sensor is suitable for measuring THT concentrations in the ambient air. Using an internal, replaceable selective filter, the sensor is
able to distinguish THT effectively from SO2 and H2S.
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of THT. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Chem. symbol
Concentration
Acetone
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethene
Hydrogen
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Phosphine
Sulfur dioxide
CH3COCH3
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H4
H2
HCN
H2S
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
PH3
SO2
1,000 ppm
200 ppm
1.5 Vol. %
125 ppm
8 ppm
50 ppm
1,000 ppm
50 ppm
10 ppm
100 Vol. %
175 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
5 ppm
20 ppm
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Display in
mg/m3 THT
without
selective filter
≤ 10
No effect
No effect
≤ 10
≤ 10(–)
No effect
≤5
No effect
≤ 100
No effect
≤ 25
≤7
≤ 90
≤ 50
≤ 45
Display in
mg/m3 THT
with
selective filter
≤ 10
No effect
No effect
≤ 10
≤ 3(–)
No effect
≤5
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 25
≤7
≤ 90
≤ 50
No effect
204| DrägerSensor® XXS
CONTENTS XXS SENSORS
DrägerSensor® XXS
XXS Amine
XXS CI2
XXS CO
XXS E CO
XXS CO HC
XXS CO H2-CP
XXS CO2
XXS COCl2
XXS H2
XXS H2 HC
XXS HCN
XXS H2S
XXS E H2S
XXS H2S HC
XXS H2S LC
XXS H2S / CO
XXS NH3
XXX NO
XXS NO2
XXS NO2 LC
XXS OV
XXS OV-A
XXS O2
XXS E O2
XXS Odorant
XXS Ozone
XXS PH3
XXS PH3 HC
XXS SO2
Chemical name (synonym)
amine like methylamíne, ethylamine,
dimethylamine etc.
chlorine
carbon monoxide
carbon monoxide
carbon monoxide
carbon monoxide / hydrogen
carbon dioxide
phosgene
hydrogen
hydrogen
hydrogen cyanideTBD
hydrogen sulfide
hydrogen sulfide
hydrogen sulfide
hydrogen sulfide
hydrogen sulfide / carbon monoxide
ammonia
nitrogen monoxide
nitrogen dioxide
nitrogen dioxide
organic gases and vapors like ethylene oxide,
ethene, propene etc.
organic gases and vapors like ethylene oxide,
styrene isobutylene etc.
oxygen
oxygen
sulfur compounds like tetrahydrothiophene,
methylmercapten, ethylmercaptan etc.
Ozone
hydrogen phosphide, arsine, diborane, silane
hydrogen phosphide
sulfur dioxide
206
208
210
210
214
216
218
220
222
224
226
228
228
232
234
236
238
240
242
244
246
250
254
254
258
260
262
264
266
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206| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS Amine
Used in
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
Order no. 68 12 545
Guaranty Selective filter
1 year
no
1 year
MARKET SEGMENTS
Foundries, refineries, power plants
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
2 ppm
1 ppm
0 - 100 ppm CH3NH2 (methylamine)
0 - 100 ppm (CH3)2NH (dimethylamine)
0 - 100 ppm (CH3)3N (trimethylamine)
0 - 100 ppm C2H5NH2 (ethylamine)
0 - 100 ppm (C2H5)2NH (diethylamine)
0 - 100 ppm (C2H5)3N (triethylamine)
≤ 30 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90)
≤ ± 2 ppm
≤ ± 5 % of measured value
≤ ± 2 ppm/month
≤ ± 3 % of measured value/month
≤ 12 hours
(-40 to 50)°C (-40 to 122)°F
(10 to 90) % RH.
(700 to 1300) hPa
≤ ± 5 ppm
≤ ± 5 % of measured value
≤ ± 0.1 ppm / % RH
≤ ± 0.2 % of measured value/% RH
approx. 50 to 100 ppm NH3
| 207
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor is suitable for monitoring concentration of six different amines in ambient air. A fast response
time and excellent repeatability are just two examples of this sensor's special characteristics.
Typical gas response of Amine at 20 °C
flow = 0,5 l/min, purged with 48 ppm methyl amine
120
50
100
40
30
20
10
0
0
500
1000
1500
2000
(sec)
2500
3000
3500
4000
80
60
40
D-45-2010
Signal strength (%)
60
D-43-2010
displayed concentration (ppm)
Reproducibility of Amine sensors
purged with 48 ppm methyl amine average of five sensors
20
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of NH3. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Acetone
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethene
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Phosphine
Sulfur dioxide
Tetrahydrothiophene
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
CH3COCH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H4
C2H2
H2
HCN
H2S
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
PH3
SO2
C4H8S
Concentration
1000 ppm
1.5 Vol.-%
200 ppm
10 ppm
1000 ppm
200 ppm
1000 ppm
25 ppm
20 ppm
10 Vol.-%
200 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
5 ppm
20 ppm
10 ppm
Display in ppm NH3
No effect
≤5 ppm (–)
No effect
≤20 ppm (–)
≤3 ppm
No effect
≤3 ppm
≤3 ppm
≤50 ppm
No effect
≤10 ppm
≤10 ppm (–)
≤10 ppm
≤8 ppm
No effect
≤10 ppm
208| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS Cl2
Used in
Dräger Pac 7000
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
yes
Order no. 68 10 890
Guaranty
1 year
1 year
1 year
Selective filter
no
no
no
MARKET SEGMENTS
Food and beverage, inorganic chemicals, manufacture of plastics, measuring dangerous
substances, pulp and paper, power generation, sewage plants, water treatment.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.05 ppm
0.05 ppm
0 to 20 ppm Cl2 (chlorine)
0 to 20 ppm F2 (fluorine)
0 to 20 ppm Br2 (bromine)
0 to 20 ppm ClO2 (chlorine dioxide)
≤ 30 seconds at 20°C (T90) or 68 °F
≤ ± 0.05 ppm
≤ ± 2% of measured value
≤ ± 0.2 ppm/year
≤ ± 2% of measured value/month
≤ 30 minutes
(–40 to 50)°C (–40 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 0.05 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 0.4% of measured value/% RH
approx. 5 to 10 ppm Cl2
| 209
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor is suitable for monitoring concentrations of chlorine, bromine, fluorine, and chlorine dioxide in the ambient air. These sensors’ advantages include excellent linearity and fast response times.
Sensor reaction CI2 at 20 °C/68°F
Flow = 0.5 l/min, with 0,5 ppm CI2
Linearity of CI2 Sensors
calibrated with 10.2 ppm CI2
12
Signal strength (%)
100
80
60
40
20
0
10
8
6
4
D-27838-2009
Indicated Concentration (ppm)
120
2
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
Concentration of test gas
(ppm)
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of chlorine. To be sure, please check if gas
mixtures are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Ethanol
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Ozone
Phosphine
Sulfur dioxide
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
NH3
CO2
CO
C2H5OH
C2H2
H2
HCl
HCN
H2S
CH4
NO2
NO
O3
PH3
SO2
Concentration
50 ppm
10 Vol.-%
1,000 ppm
250 ppm
100 ppm
1,000 ppm
20 ppm
60 ppm
10 ppm
0.9 Vol.-%
10 ppm
20 ppm
1 ppm
1 ppm
10 ppm
Display in ppm Cl2
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.6
No effect
≤ 0.6 (–)
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 1 (–)
210| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS CO
DrägerSensor® XXS E CO
Used in
Dräger Pac 3500
Dräger Pac 5500
Dräger Pac 7000
Dräger Pac 7000 5Y
Dräger X-am 1700
Dräger X-am 2000
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
no
no
no
no
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Order no. 68 10 882
68 12 212
Guaranty
2 years
2 years
2 years
5 years
2 years
2 years
2/5 years
2/5 years
Selective filter
Internal selective filter
Cross sensitivities to alcohol
and acid gases (H2S, SO2)
are eliminated
MARKET SEGMENTS
Waste disposal industry, metal processing, petrochemical, fertilizer production, mining and tunneling,
shipping, inorganic chemicals, steel, organic chemicals, oil and gas, measuring dangerous
substances, biogas.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
2 ppm
2 ppm
0 to 2,000 ppm CO (carbon monoxide)
≤ 15 seconds at 20°C (T90) or 68 °F
≤ ± 2 ppm
≤ ± 2% of measured value
≤ ± 2 ppm/year
≤ ± 3% of measured value/year
≤ 5 minutes
(–40 to 50)°C (–40 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 5 ppm
≤ ± 0.3% of measured value/K
No effect
≤ ± 0.02% of measured value/% RH
approx. 50 to 250 ppm CO
| 211
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
In addition to an outstanding linearity and a quick response time, these CO sensors are highly
selective. An internal selective filter, which is fitted to the sensor as standard, filters out most
associated gases such as alcohol and acid gases H2S, SO2.
Sensor reaction to CO at 20 °C/68 °F
Flow = 0.5 l/min, with 30 ppm CO
Linearity of CO sensor
calibrated with 50 ppm CO
2400
Signal strength (%)
80
60
40
20
0
2000
1600
1200
800
D-27841-2009
Indicated concentration (ppm)
120
100
400
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
0
400
800
1200
1600
2000
2400
Concentration of test gas (ppm)
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of CO. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES DRÄGERSENSOR® XXS CO
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Methane
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
Chem. symbol
NH3
CO2
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H2
H2
HCl
HCN
H2S
NO2
NO
CH4
C3H8
SO2
Concentration
100 ppm
30 Vol.-%
20 ppm
250 ppm
100 ppm
0.1 Vol.-%
40 ppm
50 ppm
30 ppm
20 ppm
30 ppm
5 Vol.-%
1 Vol.-%
25 ppm
Display in ppm CO
≤1
≤2
≤1
≤1
≤ 200
≤ 350
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤5
≤1
≤1
≤1
212| DrägerSensor® XXS
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES DRÄGERSENSOR® XXS E CO
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Methane
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
Chem. symbol
NH3
CO2
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H2
H2
HCl
HCN
H2S
NO2
NO
CH4
C3H8
SO2
Concentration
100 ppm
30 Vol.-%
20 ppm
250 ppm
100 ppm
0.1 Vol.-%
40 ppm
50 ppm
30 ppm
20 ppm
30 ppm
5 Vol.-%
1 Vol.-%
25 ppm
Display in ppm CO
No effect
≤2
No effect
No effect
≤ 200
≤ 350
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤5
No effect
No effect
No effect
D-10161-2009
ST-1976-2005
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DrägerSensor® XXS CO
214| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS CO HC
Used in
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
Order no. 68 12 010
Guaranty
1 year
1 year
Selective filter
Internal selective filter Cross
sensitivities to alcohol and acid
gases (H2S, SO2) are eliminated.
MARKET SEGMENTS
Waste disposal industry, metal processing, petrochemical, fertilizer production, mining and tunneling
(in particular monitoring high CO concentrations during rescue operations), shipping, inorganic
chemicals, biogas, hazmat, steel industry, oil and gas, organic chemicals.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
10 ppm
5 ppm
0 to 10,000 ppm CO (carbon monoxide)
≤ 25 seconds at 20°C (T90) or 68 °F
≤ ± 20 ppm
≤ ± 2% of measured value
≤ ± 5 ppm/year
≤ ± 1% of measured value/month
≤ 5 minutes
(–40 to 50)°C (–40 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
No effect
≤ ± 0.3% of measured value/K
No effect
≤ ± 0.02% of measured value/% RH
approx. 250 ppm CO
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor demonstrates excellent linearity across the whole measurement range even if calibrated in
the lower reaches of that range, and it also provides a stable reading even at high concentrations over
long periods of time.
Typical Sensor reaction to CO HC at 20 °C/68 °F
Flow = 0.5 l/min, with 5.000 ppm CO
Linearity of CO HC sensor
calibrated with 100 ppm CO
120
Signal strength (%)
80
60
40
20
0
5000
4000
3000
2000
D-27842-2009
Indicated concentration (ppm)
6000
100
1000
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
0
1000
2000
3000
4000
5000
6000
Concentration of test gas (ppm)
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of CO. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Chlorine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Ethanol
Ethine
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Methane
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
Chem. symbol
NH3
CO2
Cl2
H2
HCl
HCN
H2S
C2H5OH
C2H2
NO2
NO
CH4
C3H8
SO2
Concentration
100 ppm
30 Vol.-%
20 ppm
0.1 Vol.-%
40 ppm
50 ppm
30 ppm
250 ppm
100 ppm
20 ppm
30 ppm
5 Vol.-%
1 Vol.-%
25 ppm
Display in ppm CO
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 350
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 200
No effect
≤5
No effect
No effect
No effect
216| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS CO H2-CP
Used in
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
Guaranty
1 years
1 year
Order no. 68 11 950
Selective filter
Internal selective filterCross
sensitivities to alcohol and acid
gases (H2S, SO2) are eliminated.
MARKET SEGMENTS
Steel industry, refineries, sewage treatment plants
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
6 ppm
2 ppm
0 to 2,000 ppm CO (carbon monoxide)
≤ 25 seconds at 20°C (T90) or 68 °F
≤ ± 2 ppm
≤ ± 2% of measured value
≤ ± 2 ppm/year
≤ ± 1% of measured value/month
≤ 12 hours
(–40 to 50) °C (–40 to 122) °F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 5 ppm
≤ ± 0.3% of measured value/K
No effect
≤ ± 0.02% of measured value/% RH
approx. 250 ppm CO and 1,000 ppm H2
| 217
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Carbon monoxide and hydrogen can occur simultaneously in many areas of work such as in the steel
industry, refineries, and sewage treatment plants. Hydrogen affects the CO signal in conventional sensors,
which leads to many false alarms. The DrägerSensor® XXS CO H2-CP uses two measuring electrodes –
one of which measures CO and H2, the other only H2. The CO level is calculated and displayed on the
basis of the difference between the two signals. A hydrogen concentration of 1,000 ppm (2.5% LEL)
causes a maximum displayed concentration of only 15 ppm CO, which does not activate the CO alarm.
Internal H2 signal
Sensor reaction 1022 ppm H2
Measurement electrode
140
Measurement electrode (CO + H2)
1400
(CO + H2)
80
60
40
20
0
20
1000
Display CO (ppm)
Interner Messwert (ppm)
100
800
600
400
0
100 200 300 400 500 600 700
t(s)
15
10
5
0
200
–5
0
–10
–200
–20
Differene:
Measurment electrode (CO + H2) –
Measurement electrode H2
25
Measurement electrode H2
1200
120
Display CO (ppm)
Calculated signal
Sensor reaction 1022 ppm H2
D-27844-2009
Sensor reaction 100 ppm CO
–15
0
100 200 300 400 500 600 700
t(s)
0
100 200 300 400 500 600 700
t(s)
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of CO. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Chlorine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Ethanol
Ethine
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
1)
after compensation
Chem. symbol
NH3
CO2
Cl2
H2
HCl
HCN
H2S
C2H5OH
C2H2
CH4
NO2
NO
C3H8
SO2
Concentration
100 ppm
30 Vol.-%
20 ppm
0.1 Vol.-%
40 ppm
50 ppm
30 ppm
250 ppm
100 ppm
5 Vol.-%
20 ppm
30 ppm
1 Vol.-%
25 ppm
Display in ppm CO
≤1
≤1
≤1
< = ±15 (–)
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤ 200
≤1
≤1
≤5
≤1
≤1
218| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS CO2
Used in
Dräger Pac 7000
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
yes
Order no. 68 10 889
Guaranty
1 year
1 year
1 year
Selective filter
no
no
no
MARKET SEGMENTS
Waste disposal, Food and beverage (breweries), metal processing, petrochemical, fertilizer production, sewage, police, customs and rescue services, mining and tunneling, shipping and transport,
power generation.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.3 Vol.-%
0.1 Vol.-%
0 to 5 Vol.-% CO2 (carbon dioxide)
≤ 30 seconds at 20°C (T50) or 68 °F
≤ ± 0.3 Vol.-%
≤ ± 20% of measured value
≤ ± 0.2 Vol.-%/year
≤ ± 15% of measured value/month
≤ 12 hours
(–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 0.01 Vol.-%/K
≤ ± 2% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/% RH
2.5 Vol.-% CO2
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor is highly sensitive (see cross-sensitivity list) and offers an economical
alternative to infrared sensors if you need to warn against CO2 concentrations in the ambient air.
Sensor reaction to CO2 at 20 °C/68 °F
Flow = 0.5 l/min, with 5000 ppm CO2
Response time (t50) vs. temperature
with 5000 ppm CO2
30
100
25
80
20
60
15
40
10
20
5
0
D-27840-2009
t 50 (s)
Signal strength (%)
120
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
–20
–10
0
10
20
30
40
T (°C)
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of CO2. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Methane
Ozone
Phosphine
Sulfur dioxide
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
NH3
CO
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H2
H2
HCl
HCN
H2S
NO2
NO
CH4
O3
PH3
SO2
Concentration
50 ppm
1,000 ppm
10 ppm
250 ppm
100 ppm
1.6 Vol.-%
20 ppm
60 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
0.9 Vol.-%
1.5 ppm
5 ppm
20 ppm
Display in ppm CO2
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effectt
220| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS COCl2
Used in
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
Order no. 68 12 005
Guaranty Selective filter
0,5 years –
0,5 years –
MARKTSEGMENTE
Manufacture of plastics, chemical industry, insecticides production, dyes, military
TECHNISCHE DATEN
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0,01 ppm
0,01 ppm
0 bis 10 ppm COCl2 (Phosgene)
≤ 20 seconds at 20 °C (T20)
≤ ± 0,01 ppm
≤ ± 5 % of measured value
≤ ± 0,01 ppm/year
≤ ± 1 % of measured value/month
≤ 1 hour
(-20 to 35) °C (-4 to 99) °F
(10 to 90) % RH
(700 to 1300) hPa
no effect
≤ ± 0,2 % of measured value/K
no effect
≤ ± 0,05 % of measured value/RH
COCl2 test gas between 4 to 8 ppm
| 221
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor's advantages include a very low detection limit, excellent linearity and high signal stability.
Sensor reaction at 20 °C
Flow = 0.5 l/min, 0.115 ppm COCl2
Linearity of COCI2 Sensors
calibrated with 0.28 ppm COCI2
120
6
5
80
60
40
20
4
3
2
D-3232-2011e
Display (ppm)
Signal strength (%)
100
1
0
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
Concentration of test gas (ppm)
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of COCl2. To be sure, please check if gas
mixtures are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen fluoride
Hydrogen peroxide
Hydrogen sulfide
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Ozone
Phosphine
Propanol
Sulfur dioxide
Chem. Symbol
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H2
H2
HCl
HF
H2O2
H2S
NO2
NO
O3
PH3
C3H7OH
SO2
Concentration
20 ppm
1,5 Vol.-%
1000 ppm
0,5 ppm
260 ppm
20 ppm
8000 ppm
0,5 ppm
0,4 ppm
1 ppm
1 ppm
1 ppm
30 ppm
0,3 ppm
0,5 ppm
500 ppm
2 ppm
(-) negatives Vorzeichen der Abweichung
1)
dauerhafte Begasung mit H2S kann zum Empfindlichkeitsverlust führen
(–) negatives Vorzeichen der Abweichung
Reading in ppm COCl2
no effect
no effect
no effect
≤ 0,2
no effect
no effect
no effect
≤ 0,7
≤ 0,1 ppm
no effect
≤ 11)
≤ 0,1(–)
no effect
≤ 0,05(–)
≤ 0,1 ppm
no effect
no effect
222| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS H2
Used in
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
Order no. 68 12 370
Guaranty
1 year
1 year
Selective filter
Internal selective filter Cross
sensitivities to alcohol and acid
gases (H2S, SO2) are eliminated
MARKET SEGMENTS
Leak detection, chemical, petrochemical, rocket fuel, production of plastics, steel production, industrial
gases, fertilizer, battery charging stations, fuel cells.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
10 ppm
5 ppm
0 to 2,000 ppm H2 (hydrogen)
≤ 10 seconds at 20°C (T90) or 68 °F
≤ ± 10 ppm
≤ ± 1% of measured value
≤ ± 4 ppm/year
≤ ± 4% of measured value/month
≤ 1 hour
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 10 ppm
≤ ± 1 ppm/K
No effect
≤ ± 0.15% of measured value/% RH
approx. 1,000 ppm H2
| 223
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor enables the detection of hydrogen concentrations in ppm. Its very fast response time makes
it especially suitable for detecting leaks.
Sensor reaction to H2 at 20 °C/68 °F
Flow = 0.5 l/min, 1000 ppm H2
Linearity of H2 sensors
calibrated with 1045 ppm H2
120
Signal strength (%)
100
80
60
40
20
0
2000
1500
1000
D-27856-2009
Indicated concentration (ppm)
2500
500
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
0
500
1000
1500
2000
2500
Concentration of test gas (ppm)
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of H2. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethine
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
Chem. symbol
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H2
HCl
HCN
H2 S
CH4
NO2
NO
C3H8
SO2
Concentration
100 ppm
30 Vol.-%
1,000 ppm
20 ppm
250 ppm
100 ppm
40 ppm
50 ppm
30 ppm
5 Vol.-%
20 ppm
20 ppm
1 Vol.-%
25 ppm
Display in ppm H2
≤1
≤2
≤ 200
≤1
≤1
≤ 200
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤ 51
≤1
≤1
224| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS H2 HC
Used in
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
Order no. 68 12 025
Guaranty
1 year
1 year
Selective filter
Internal selective filter Cross
sensitivities to hydrogen sulfide
(H2S) and sulfur dioxide (SO2) are
eliminated
MARKET SEGMENTS
Chemical industry, petrochemical industry, rocket fuel, leak detection, production of plastics, metal processing, industrial gases, fertilizer manufacturing, battery charging stations, fuel cells.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.02 Vol.-%
0.01 Vol.-%
0 to 4 Vol.-% H2 (hydrogen)
≤ 20 seconds at 20°C (T90) or 68 °F
± 0.02 Vol.-%
≤ ± 2% of measured value
≤ ± 0.05 Vol.-%/year
≤ ± 3% of measured value/month
≤ 1 hour
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 0.05 Vol.-%
≤ ± 5% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 0.01% of measured value/% RH
approx. 2 Vol.-% H2
| 225
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor is suitable for measuring hydrogen across the entire LEL range. If a Dräger X-am 5600 is
fitted with an IR-Ex sensor, then this sensor is the ideal addition for detecting any risk of explosion
caused by hydrogen. Like all Dräger sensors, this one offers very fast response times and excellent
linearity.
Sensor reaction to XXS H2 HC at 20 °C/68 °F
Flow = 0.5 l/min, with 1,63 Vol% H2
Linearity of XXS H2 HC sensors
calibrated with 1.63 Vol% H2
1,8
Signal strength (%)
100
80
60
40
20
0
1,5
1,2
0,9
0,6
D-27857-2009
Indicated concentration (Vol%)
120
0,3
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
0
0,3
0,6
0,9
1,2
1,5
1,8
Concentration of test gas (Vol.-%)
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of H2. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Carbon monoxide
Carbon dioxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethine
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
Chem. symbol
NH3
CO
CO2
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H2
HCl
HCN
H2 S
CH4
NO2
NO
C3H8
SO2
Concentration
100 ppm
1,000 ppm
30 Vol.-%
20 ppm
250 ppm
100 ppm
40 ppm
50 ppm
30 ppm
5 Vol.-%
20 ppm
20 ppm
1 Vol.-%
25 ppm
Display in Vol.-% H2
No effect
≤ 0.1
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.02
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.05
No effect
No effect
226| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS HCN
Used in
Dräger Pac 7000
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
yes
Order no. 68 10 887
Guaranty
1 year
1 year
1 year
Selective filter
no
no
no
MARKET SEGMENTS
Metal processing, mining, fumigation and pest control, chemical warfare agent (blood agents).
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.5 ppm
0.1 ppm
0 to 50 ppm HCN (hydrogen cyanide)
≤ 10 seconds at 20°C (T50) or 68 °F
≤ ± 0.5 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 2 ppm/year
≤ ± 5% of measured value/month
≤ 15 minutes
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 1 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/% RH
approx. 10 ppm HCN
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor’s extremely quick response time and excellent repeatability provides a fast and reliable
warning against Prussic acid (hydrogen cyanide).
Sensor reaction to HCN at 20 °C/68 °F
Flow = 0.5 l/min, 20 ppm HCN
Repeatability of HCN sensors with mit 10 ppm HCN
12
Signal strength (%)
80
60
40
20
0
10
8
6
4
D-16442-2009
Indicated concentration (ppm)
120
100
2
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
0
1000
2000
3000
4000
5000
(sec)
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of HCN To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Ozone
Phosphine
Sulfur dioxide
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H2
H2
HCl
H2S
CH4
NO2
NO
O3
PH3
SO2
Concentration
50 ppm
10 Vol.-%
200 ppm
10 ppm
250 ppm
100 ppm
1.5 Vol.-%
20 ppm
20 ppm
1 Vol.-%
10 ppm
20 ppm
0.5 ppm
1 ppm
20 ppm
Display in ppm HCN
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 20 (–)
No effect
≤ 10
≤ 10
≤1
≤ 50
No effect
≤ 20 (–)
No effect
No effect
≤8
≤ 10
228| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS H2S
DrägerSensor® XXS E H2S
Used in
Dräger Pac 7000
Dräger Pac 7000 5Y
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
yes
yes
Order no. 68 10 883
68 12 213
Guaranty
2 years
5 years
2/5 years
2/5 years
Selective filter
no
no
no
no
MARKET SEGMENTS
Waste disposal, petrochemical, fertilizer production, sewage, mining and tunneling, shipping, inorganic
chemicals, steel, pulp and paper, organic chemicals, oil and gas, hazmat, biogas.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
2 ppm
1 ppm
0 to 200 ppm H2S (hydrogen sulfide)
≤ 15 seconds at 20°C (T90) or 68 °F
≤ ± 0.5 ppm
≤ ± 2% of measured value
≤ ± 1 ppm/year
≤ ± 3% of measured value/year
≤ 5 minutes
(–40 to 50)°C (–40 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
No effect
≤ ± 5% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 0.03% of measured value/% RH
approx. 100 ppm H2S
| 229
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor’s advantages include fast response times and excellent linearity. At concentrations up to
20 ppm, sulfur dioxide has hardly any effect on hydrogen sulfide readings. This enables the selective
measurement of the gas concentration using the DrägerSensor® XXS SO2 (with integrated selective
filter) together with the DrägerSensor® XXS H2S in a device such as a Dräger X-am 5000 or
X-am 5600
Linearity of H2S sensor
calibrated with 20 ppm H2S
Sensor reaction to H2S at 20 °C/68 °F
Flow = 0.5 l/min, with 10 ppm H2S
120
Signal strength (%)
100
80
60
40
20
0
100
80
60
40
D-27851-2009
Indicated concentration (ppm)
120
20
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
Concentration of test gas (ppm)
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of H2S. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES DRÄGERSENSOR® XXS H 2S
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H2
H2
HCl
HCN
CH4
NO2
NO
C3H8
SO2
Concentration
200 ppm
5 Vol.-%
500 ppm
10 ppm
250 ppm
100 ppm
0.1 Vol.-%
40 ppm
50 ppm
5 Vol.-%
20 ppm
30 ppm
1 Vol.-%
20 ppm
Display in ppm H2S
≤1
≤ 1(–)
≤1
≤ 2(–)
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤ 5(–)
≤1
≤1
≤2
230| DrägerSensor® XXS
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES DRÄGERSENSOR® XXS E H 2S
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Methane
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H2
H2
HCl
HCN
NO2
NO
CH4
C3H8
SO2
Concentration
200 ppm
5 Vol.-%
500 ppm
10 ppm
250 ppm
100 ppm
0.1 Vol.-%
40 ppm
50 ppm
20 ppm
30 ppm
5 Vol.-%
1 Vol.-%
20 ppm
Display in ppm H2S
No effect
≤ 1(–)
No effect
≤ 2(–)
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 5(–)
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤2
ST-1973-2005
D-10162-2009
| 231
DrägerSensor® XXS H2S
232| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS H2S HC
Used in
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
Order no. 68 12 015
Guaranty
1 year
1 year
Selective filter
no
no
MARKET SEGMENTS
Waste disposal industry, petrochemical, fertilizer production, sewage, mining and tunneling, shipping,
inorganic chemicals, steel industry, pulp and paper, organic chemicals, oil and gas, measuring
hazardous material, biogas.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
4 ppm
2 ppm
0 to 1,000 ppm H2S (hydrogen sulfide)
≤ 15 seconds at 20°C (T90) or 68 °F
≤ ± 4 ppm
≤ ± 2% of measured value
≤ ± 2 ppm/year
≤ ± 1% of measured value/month
≤ 5 minutes
(–40 to 50)°C (–40 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
No effect
≤ ± 5% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 0.03% of measured value/% RH
approx. 100 ppm H2S
| 233
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Because of its excellent linearity, this sensor can be calibrated in its lower measurement range using a
hydrogen sulfide test gas without compromising on accuracy in its upper measurement range. It also
offers a fast response time and good selectivity.
Linearity of H2S HC sensor
calibrated with 50 ppm H2S
Sensor reaction to H2S HC at 20 °C/68 °F
Flow = 0.5 l/min, with 505 ppm H2S
120
Signal strength (%)
80
60
40
20
0
500
400
300
200
D-27853-2009
Indicated concentration (ppm)
600
100
100
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
0
100
200
300
400
500
600
Concentration of test gas (ppm)
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of H2S. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen phosphide
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H2
H2
HCl
HCN
PH3
CH4
NO2
NO
C3H8
SO2
Concentration
200 ppm
5 Vol.-%
500 ppm
10 ppm
250 ppm
100 ppm
0.1 Vol.-%
40 ppm
50 ppm
5 ppm
5 Vol.-%
20 ppm
30 ppm
1 Vol.-%
20 ppm
Display in ppm H2S
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤4
No effect
≤ 5(–)
No effect
No effect
≤2
234| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS H2S LC
Used in
Dräger Pac 3500
Dräger Pac 5500
Dräger Pac 7000
Dräger X-am 1700
Dräger X-am 2000
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
no
no
no
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Order no. 68 11 525
Guaranty
2 years
2 years
2 years
2 years
2 years
2 years
2 years
Selective filter
no
no
no
no
no
no
no
MARKET SEGMENTS
Waste disposal, petrochemical, fertilizer production, sewage, mining and tunneling, shipping, inorganic
chemicals, steel industry, pulp and paper, organic chemicals, oil and gas, hazmat, biogas.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.4 ppm
0.1 ppm
0 to 100 ppm H2S (hydrogen sulfide)
≤ 15 seconds at 20°C (T90) or 68 °F
≤ ± 0.4 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 0.2 ppm/year
≤ ± 5% of measured value/year
≤ 5 minutes
(–40 to 50)°C (–40 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
No effect
≤ ± 5% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/% RH
approx. 25 ppm H2S
| 235
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Combined with an excellent linearity and a fast response time, this sensor enables the selective
measurement of hydrogen sulfide at below 1 ppm.
Linearity of H2S LC sensor
calibrated with 22 ppm H2S
Sensor reaction to H2S at 20 °C/68 °F
Flow = 0.5 l/min, with 0,55 ppm H2S
120
Signal strength (%)
80
60
40
20
0
100
80
60
40
D-27852-2009
Indicated concentration (ppm)
120
100
20
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
Concentration of test gas (ppm)
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of H2S. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H2
H2
HCl
HCN
CH4
NO2
NO
C3H8
SO2
Concentration
200 ppm
5 Vol.-%
500 ppm
10 ppm
250 ppm
100 ppm
0.1 Vol.-%
40 ppm
50 ppm
5 Vol.-%
20 ppm
30 ppm
1 Vol.-%
20 ppm
Display in ppm H2S
No effect
No effect
≤1
≤ 1(–)
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.5
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 4(–)
No effect
No effect
≤ 1,5
236| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS H2S/CO
Used in
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
Guaranty
2 years
2 years
Order no. 68 11 410
Selective filter
Internal selective filter for CO: Cross
sensitivities to alcohol and acid
gases (H2S, SO2) are eliminated
MARKET SEGMENTS
Waste disposal, metal processing, biogas, petrochemical, fertilizer production, sewage, mining and
tunneling, shipping, inorganic chemicals, paper industry, hazmat, steel industry, oil and gas, organic
chemicals.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
2 ppm (H2S)/6 ppm (CO)
1 ppm (H2S)/2 ppm (CO)
0 to 200 ppm H2S (hydrogen sulfide)
0 to 2,000 ppm CO (carbon monoxide)
≤ 20 seconds at 20°C (T90) or 68 °F
≤± 2 ppm (H2S)/≤ ± 6 ppm (CO)
≤ ± 2% of measured value
≤ ± 2 ppm/year
≤ ± 1% of measured value/month
≤ 5 minutes
(–40 to 50)°C (–40 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 2 ppm (H2S) ≤ ± 5 ppm (CO)
≤ ± 5% of measured value (H2S) ≤ ± 0.3% of measured value/K (CO)
No effect
≤ ± 0.05% of measured value/% RH
Gas mixture (CO, H2S, CH4,O2)
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Carbon monoxide and hydrogen sulfide occur together in many areas of work. This sensor can monitor both gases simultaneously.
Sensor reaction to CO at 20 °C/68 °F
Flow = 0.5 l/min, with 100 ppm CO
H2S
CO
Sensor reaction to H2S at 20 °C/68 °F
Flow = 0.5 l/min, with 20 ppm H2S
100
60
40
80
60
40
20
20
0
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
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80
Signal strength (%)
Signal strength (%)
100
H2S
CO
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of CO or H2S. To be sure, please check if gas
mixtures are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Chem. symbol
Concentration
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Ethanol
Ethine
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Methane
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
H2
HCl
HCN
H2S
C2H5OH
C2H2
NO2
NO
CH4
C3H8
SO2
100 ppm
30 Vol.-%
100 ppm
20 ppm
0.1 Vol.-%
40 ppm
50 ppm
20 ppm
250 ppm
100 ppm
20 ppm
30 ppm
5 Vol.-%
1 Vol.-%
25 ppm
Display
in ppm H2S
≤1
≤ 1 (–)
≤1
≤ 2 (–)
≤1
≤1
≤1
= 20
≤1
≤1
≤ 5 (–)
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤2
Display
in ppm CO
≤1
≤2
≤ 100
≤1
≤ 350
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤1
≤ 200
≤1
≤5
≤1
≤1
≤1
238| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS NH3
Used in
Dräger Pac 7000
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
yes
Order no. 68 10 888
Guaranty
1 year
1 year
1 year
Selective filter
B2X (68 12 424) – replaceable
Cross sensitivities to hydrogen sulfide (H2S) and sulfur dioxide (SO2)
are eliminated
MARKET SEGMENTS
Food and beverage, poultry farming, power generation, inorganic chemicals, fertilizer production,
hazmat, fumigation, metal processing, petrochemical, pulp and paper.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
4 ppm
1 ppm
0–300 ppm NH3 (ammonia)
≤ 10 seconds at 20°C (T50) or 68 °F
≤ ± 4 ppm
≤ ± 3% of measured value
≤ ± 5 ppm/year
≤ ± 2% of measured value/month
≤ 12 hours
(–40 to 50)°C (–40 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 5 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 0.1 ppm/% RH
≤ ± 0.2% of measured value/% RH
approx. 50–300 ppm NH3
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
A fast response time and excellent repeatability are just two examples of this sensor’s special
characteristics.
Repeatability of NH3 Sensor with 50 ppm NH3,
average from five sensors
120
60
100
50
80
60
40
20
40
30
20
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Displayed concentration
(ppm)
signal strength (%)
Sensor reaction to NH3 at 20 °C/68 °F
Flow = 0.5 l/min, 50 ppm NH3
10
0
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
0
1000
2000
(sec)
3000
4000
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of NH3. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Chem. symbol
Concentration
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Ozone
Phosphine
Sulfur dioxide
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H2
H2
HCl
H2S
CH4
NO2
NO
O3
PH3
SO2
10 Vol.-%
1,000 ppm
10 ppm
250 ppm
100 ppm
1,000 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
0.9 Vol.-%
20 ppm
20 ppm
0.5 ppm
1 ppm
20 ppm
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Display in ppm NH3
without selective filter
No effect
No effect
≤ 30 (–)
≤ 40
No effect
≤4
≤ 15 (–)
≤ 70
No effect
≤ 10 (–)
≤ 10
No effect
≤2
No effect
240| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS NO
Used in
Dräger Pac 7000
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
yes
Order no. 68 11 545
Guaranty
1 year
1 year
1 year
Selective filter
no
no
no
MARKET SEGMENTS
Power and district heating plants, chemical industry.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.3 ppm
0.1 ppm
0 to 200 ppm NO (nitrogen monoxide)
≤ 10 seconds at 20°C (T90) or 68 °F
≤ ± 0.3 ppm
≤ ± 3% of measured value
≤ ± 0.3 ppm/year
≤ ± 2% of measured value/month
≤ 20 hours
(–40 to 50)°C (–40 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 0.02 ppm/K
≤ ± 0.3% of measured value/K
No effect
≤ ± 0.05% of measured value/% RH
approx. 50 ppm NO
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor enables a selective measurement of NO. NO2 concentrations < 20 ppm have not effects.
It also offers a very fast response time and excellent linearity across its entire measurement range.
Sensor reaction to NO at 20 °C/68 °F
Flow = 0.5 l/min, with 20 ppm NO
Linearity of NO sensors
calibrated with 76 ppm NO
160
Signal strength (%)
80
60
40
20
0
120
80
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Indicated concentration (ppm)
120
100
40
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
0
40
80
120
Concentration of test gas (ppm)
160
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of NO. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Acetone
Ammonia
Benzene
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethene
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Phosphine
Propane
Sulphur dioxide
Tetrachloroethylene
Toluene
Trichloroethylene
Chem. symbol
CH3COCH3
NH3
C6H6
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H4
C2H2
H2
HCl
HCN
H2 S
CH4
NO2
PH3
C3H8
SO2
CCl2 CCl2
C6H5CH3
CHClCCl2
Concentration
1,000 ppm
500 ppm
0.6 Vol.-%
5 Vol.-%
2,000 ppm
5 ppm
250 ppm
0.1 Vol.-%
0.8 Vol.-%
1.5 Vol.-%
40 ppm
50 ppm
5 ppm
2 Vol.-%
20 ppm
2 ppm
1 Vol.-%
10 ppm
1,000 ppm
0.6 Vol.-%
1,000 ppm
Display in ppm NO
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
100
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
242| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS NO2
Used in
Dräger Pac 7000
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
yes
Order no. 68 10 884
Guaranty
1 year
1 year
1 year
Selective filter
no
no
no
MARKET SEGMENTS
Inorganic chemicals, metal processing, oil and gas, petrochemical, steel industry, shipping, rocket
engineering, mining and tunneling.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.2 ppm
0.1 ppm
0 to 50 ppm NO2 (nitrogen dioxide)
≤ 15 seconds at 20°C (T90) or 68 °F
≤ ± 0.2 ppm
≤ ± 2% of measured value
≤ ± 1 ppm/year
≤ ± 2% of measured value/month
≤ 15 minutes
(–30 to 50)°C (–22 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 1 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 0.2% of measured value/% RH
approx. 5 to 10 ppm NO2
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor’s advantages include a fast response time and excellent repeatability. This sensor enables
a selective measurement of NO2. NO concentrations < 20 ppm do not influence the measurement
results, thus a selective NO2 measurement is possilbe.
Sensor reaction to NO2 at 20 °C/68 °F
Flow = 0.5 l/min, 4 ppm NO2
Repeatability of NO2 sensors
with 4 ppm NO2
120
Signal strength (%)
80
60
40
20
0
5
4
3
2
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Indicated concentration (ppm)
6
100
1
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
0
1000
2000
(sec)
3000
4000
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of NO2. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Sulphur dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Ozone
Phosphine
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H2
H2
HCl
HCN
H2 S
CH4
SO2
NO
O3
PH3
Concentration
50 ppm
1.5 Vol.-%
200 ppm
10 ppm
250 ppm
100 ppm
1,000 ppm
20 ppm
60 ppm
20 ppm
1 Vol.-%
20 ppm
20 ppm
0.5 ppm
1 ppm
Display in ppm NO2
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤5
No effect
≤ 10(–)
No effect
≤ 10(–)
≤ 10(–)
≤ 100(–)
No effect
≤ 20(–)
No effect
No effect
≤ 4(–)
244| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS NO2 LC
Used in
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
Order no. 68 12 600
Guaranty
1 year
1 year
Selective filter
no
no
MARKET SEGMENTS
Mining and tunnelling (emissions from diesel-engined vehicles), inorganic chemistry, metal
processing, oil & gas, petrochemical industry, shipping, rocket technology
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.04 ppm
0.02 ppm
0 to 50 ppm NO2 (nitrogen dioxide)
≤ 15 seconds at 20°C (T90) or 68 °F
≤ ± 0.02 ppm
≤ ± 3% of measured value
≤ ± 0.04 ppm/year
≤ ± 2% of measured value/month
≤ 120 minutes
(–30 to 50)°C (–22 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
No effect
≤ ± 0.5% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/% RH
approx. 5 to 10 ppm NO2
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Low cross sensitivities (e.g against SO2, H2S, NO and CO), which allows a selective measurement of
NO2. With a detection limit of 0.04 ppm and a quick response time this sensor is excellent to measure
around the limit values.
Typical gas response of XXS NO2 LC at 20 °C
Flow = 0.5 l/min, 1 ppm NO2
120
80
60
40
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Signal strength (%)
100
20
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of NO2. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Acetylene
Ammonia
Arsine
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Chlorine dioxide
Ethane
Ethanol
Hydrazine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Nitrogen monoxide
Ozone
Phosphine
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
C 2 H2
NH3
AsH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
ClO2
C2H6
C2H5OH
N2H4
H2
HCl
HCN
H2 S
CH4
NO
O3
PH3
C3H8
SO2
Concentration
100 ppm
30 ppm
0.5 ppm
5 Vol.-%
2,000 ppm
1 ppm
1 ppm
0.1 Vol.-%
250 ppm
1 ppm
0.1 Vol.-%
40 ppm
50 ppm
1 ppm
5 Vol.-%
30 ppm
0,5 ppm
0,5 ppm
1 Vol.-%
1 ppm
Display in ppm NO2LC
no effect
no effect
no effect
no effect
no effect
≤ 1.5
≤ 1.5
no effect
no effect
no effect
no effect
no effect
no effect
≤ 0.03(–)
no effect
no effect
≤1
no effect
no effect
≤ 0.12(–)
246| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS OV
Used in
Dräger Pac 7000
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
yes
Order no. 68 11 530
Guaranty
1 year
1 year
1 year
Selective filter
no
no
no
MARKET SEGMENTS
Production of plastics, disinfection, painter, chemical industry, pest control.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
1 ppm
0.5 ppm
0 to 200 ppm C2H4O (ethylene oxide)
0 to 200 ppm C3H6O (propylene oxide)
0 to 100 ppm C2H4 (ethene)
0 to 100 ppm C3H6 (propene)
0 to 100 ppm C2H3Cl (vinyl chloride)
0 to 200 ppm CH3OH (methanol)
0 to 100 ppm CH2CHCHCH2 (butadiene)
0 to 100 ppm HCHO (formaldehyde)
0 to 300 ppm (H3C)2CHOH (isopropanol)
0 to 200 ppm C4H8O (tetrahydrofuran)
0 to 100 ppm C2H3OCH2CI (1-chloro-2,3 epoxypropane)
0 to 100 ppm C6H5CHCH2 (styrol)
0 to 100 ppm H2CC(CH3)COOCH3 (methyl methacrylate)
≤ 20 seconds at 20°C (T50) or 68 °F
≤ ± 3 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
≤ ± 5 ppm/year
≤ ± 2% of measured value/month
≤ 18 hours
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
± 2 ppm at (–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F
± 0.5 ppm/K at (40 to 50)°C (104 to 122)°F
≤ ± 1% of measured value/K
No effect
≤ ± 0.2% of measured value/% RH
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Test gas:
approx. 10 ppm C2H4O
The Dräger Sensor XXS OV has a defined cross-sensitivity to carbon
monoxide (CO). It can be calibrated with CO as a replacement for all
of its target gases. This replacement calibration using CO can
produce an additional measuring error of up to 20%. We recommend
that devices are calibrated with the gas you intend to detect in actual
operation. Calibration using the target gas is more accurate than
replacement gas calibration.
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor is especially suited for detecting leakages of numerous organic gases and vapors. Although
it does not detect as broad a spectrum of gases as a PID sensor, it has the key advantage of being
almost completely insensitive to moisture. It also does not need to be calibrated every day, having
instead a six-month calibration interval typical of electrochemical sensors.
Influence of humidity on XXS OV sensors
and PID sensors
Sensor reaction to C2H4O at 20 °C/68 °F
Flow = 0.5 l/min, with 20 ppm C2H4O
120
20
PID typical; at 0 ppm; mean contamination
XXS OV; at 0 ppm
15
80
60
40
10
5
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Display (ppm)
Signal strength (%)
100
0
20
0
–5
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
10
30
50
rel. Humidity (%)
70
90
248| DrägerSensor® XXS
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of ethylene oxide. To be sure, please check if
gas mixtures are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Acetaldehyde
Acetic acid
Acrylonitrile
Ammonia
Benzene
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Chlorobenzene
Dichloromethane
Diethyl ether
Dimethylformamide
Ethane
Ethanol
Ethine
Ethyl acetate
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Isobutylene
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Methane
Methyl isobutyl ketone
Phosgene
Sulfur dioxide
Tetrachloroethylene
Toluene
Trichloroethylene
Vinyl acetate
Xylol
Chem. symbol
CH3CHO
CH3COOH
H2CCHCN
NH3
C6H6
CO2
CO
Cl2
C6H5Cl
CH2Cl2
(C2H5)2O
HCON(CH33)2
C2H6
C2H5OH
C2H2
CH3COOC2H5
H2
HCl
HCN
H2 S
(CH3)2CCH2
NO2
NO
CH4
(CH3)2CHCH2COCH3
COCl2
SO2
CCl2 CCl2
C6H5CH3
CHClCCl2
CH3COOC2H3
C6H4(CH3)2
Concentration
55 ppm
100 ppm
80 ppm
100 ppm
2,000 ppm
30 Vol.-%
100 ppm
10 ppm
200 ppm
1,000 ppm
100 ppm
100 ppm
0.2 Vol.-%
250 ppm
100 ppm
100 ppm
1,000 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
50 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
2 Vol.-%
500 ppm
50 ppm
20 ppm
100 ppm
1,000 ppm
1,000 ppm
30 ppm
0.2 Vol.-%
Display in ppm C2H4O
≤ 15
No effect
≤ 15
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 44
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 60
No effect
No effect
≤ 150
≤ 150
No effect
≤5
≤5
≤ 10
≤ 40
≤ 45
≤2
≤ 20
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 10
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 30
No effect
ST-1979-2005
D-10155-2009
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DrägerSensor® XXS OV
250| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS OV-A
Used in
Dräger Pac 7000
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
yes
Order no. 68 11 535
Guaranty
1 year
1 year
1 year
Selective filter
no
no
no
MARKET SEGMENTS
Production of plastics, disinfection, paintshops, chemical industry.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
1 ppm
1 ppm
0 to 200 ppm C2H4O (ethylene oxide)
0 to 100 ppm H2CCHCN (acrylonitrile)
0 to 300 ppm (CH3)2CCH2 (isobutylene)
0 to 100 ppm CH3COOC2H3 (vinyl acetate)
0 to 300 ppm C2H5OH (ethanol)
0 to 200 ppm CH3CHO (acetaldehyde)
0 to 200 ppm (C2H5)2O (diethyl ether)
0 to 100 ppm C2H2 (ethine)
≤ 40 seconds at 20°C (T50) or 68 °F
≤ ± 5 ppm
≤ ± 20% of measured value
≤ ± 5 ppm/year
≤ ± 3% of measured value/month
≤ 18 hours
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
(–20 to 40)°C (–4 to 104)°F = ± 2 ppm
(40 to 60)°C (104 to 140)°F = ± 0.5 ppm/K
≤ ± 1% of measured value/K
No effect
≤ ± 0.2% of measured value/% RH
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Test gas:
approx. 10 ppm C2H4O
The Dräger Sensor XXS OV-A has a defined cross-sensitivity to
carbon monoxide (CO). It can be calibrated with CO as a
replacement for all of its target gases. This replacement calibration
using CO can produce an additional measuring error of up to 20%. We
recommend that devices are calibrated with the gas you intend to detect in actual operation. Calibration using the target gas is more
accurate than replacement gas calibration.
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
The DrägerSensor® XXS OV-A has the same excellent characteristics as the DrägerSensor® XXS OV,
but it has also been optimized for other organic gases and vapors. Just like the DrägerSensor® XXS
OV, the DrägerSensor® XXS OV-A can be calibrated with CO as a replacement, although this may
produce an additional measuring error of 20%. For more accurate measurements, we recommend
calibrating using the target gas – i.e. the gas that you intend to detect in actual operation.
Influence of humidity on XXS OV-A sensors
and PID sensors
Sensor reaction to C2H4O at 20 °C/68 °F
Flow = 0.5 l/min, with 20 ppm C2H4O
120
20
PID typical; at 0 ppm; mean contamination
XXS OV-A; at 0 ppm
15
80
60
40
10
5
D-27846-2009
Display (ppm)
Signal strength (%)
100
0
20
0
–5
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
10
30
50
rel. Humidity (%)
70
90
252| DrägerSensor® XXS
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of ethylene oxide. To be sure, please check if
gas mixtures are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
1-chloro-2, 3 epoxypropane
Acetic acid
Ammonia
Benzene
Butadiene
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Chlorobenzene
Dichloromethane
Dimethylformamide
Ethene
Ethyl acetate
Formaldehyde
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Isopropanol
Methane
Methanol
Methyl methacrylate
Methyl isobutyl ketone
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Phosgene
Propene
Propylene oxide
Sulfur dioxide
Styrene
Tetrahydrofuran
Trichloroethylene
Vinyl chloride
Chem. symbol
C2H3OCH2Cl
CH3COOH
NH3
C6H6
CH2CHCHCH2
CO2
CO
Cl2
C6H5Cl
CH2Cl2
HCON(CH3)2
C2H4
CH3COOC2H5
HCOH
H2
HCl
HCN
H2 S
(H3C)2CHOH
CH4
CH3OH
H2CC(CH3)COOCH3
(CH3)2CHCH2COCH3
NO2
NO
COCl2
C3H6
C3H6O
SO2
C6H5CHCH2
C4H8O
CHClCCl2
C2H3Cl
Concentration
25 ppm
100 ppm
100 ppm
2,000 ppm
50 ppm
30 Vol.-%
100 ppm
10 ppm
200 ppm
1,000 ppm
100 ppm
50 ppm
100 ppm
40 ppm
1,000 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
250 ppm
2 Vol.-%
100 ppm
60 ppm
500 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
50 ppm
50 ppm
50 ppm
20 ppm
35 ppm
60 ppm
1,000 ppm
50 ppm
Display in ppm C2H4O
≤ 10
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 75
No effect
≤ 45
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 45
No effect
≤ 25
≤5
≤3
≤8
≤ 40
≤ 110
No effect
≤ 160
≤ 25
No effect
≤1
≤ 15
No effect
≤ 35
≤ 45
≤9
≤ 35
≤ 55
No effect
≤ 40
ST-1713-2005
D-10157-2009
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DrägerSensor® XXS OV-A
254| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS O2
DrägerSensor® XXS E O2
Used in
Dräger Pac 3500
Dräger Pac 5500
Dräger Pac 7000
Dräger Pac 7000 5Y
Dräger X-am 1700
Dräger X-am 2000
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
no
no
no
no
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Order no. 68 10 881
68 12 211
Guaranty
2 years
2 years
2 years
5 years
2 years
2 years
2/5 years
2/5 years
Selective filter
no
no
no
no
no
no
no
no
MARKET SEGMENTS
Sewage, mining and tunneling, fumigation, biogas, hazmat, industrial gases.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.1 Vol.-%
0.1 Vol.-%
0 to 25 Vol.-% O2 (oxygen)
≤ 10 seconds at 20°C (T90) or 68 °F
≤ ± 0.2 Vol.-%
≤ ± 1% of measured value
≤ ± 0.5 Vol.-%/year
≤ ± 1% of measured value/year
≤ 15 minutes
(–40 to 50)°C (–40 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 0.2 Vol.-%
≤ ± 2% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/% RH
approx. 18 Vol.-% O2 in N2
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
DrägerSensor® XXS oxygen sensors are lead-free, thus complying with Directive 2002/95/EC (RoHS).
Because they are non-consuming sensors, they have much longer life times than sensors that are
consuming. An extremely fast response time of less than ten seconds produces a reliable warning of
any lack or excess of oxygen.
Sensor reaction to O2 at 20 °C/68 °F
Flow = 0.5 l/min, with 100% N2
24,0
(Vol.-% O2)
20,0
16,0
12,0
D-27849-2009
8,0
4,0
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of O2. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES DRÄGERSENSOR® XXS O 2
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethane
Ethanol
Ethene
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H6
C2H5OH
C2H4
C2H2
H2
HCl
HCN
H2 S
CH4
NO2
NO
C3H8
SO2
Concentration
500 ppm
10 Vol.-%
0.5 Vol.-%
10 ppm
1.0 Vol.-%
250 ppm
2 Vol.-%
1 Vol.-%
1.6 Vol.-%
40 ppm
50 ppm
100 ppm
10 Vol.-%
20 ppm
30 ppm
2 Vol.-%
20 ppm
Display in Vol.-% O2
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.4(–)
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.2(–)
≤ 0.1
≤ 2(–)
≤ 0.5(–)
≤ 2.5(–)
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
≤ 0.1
256| DrägerSensor® XXS
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES DRÄGERSENSOR® XXS E O 2
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethane
Ethanol
Ethene
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
(–) negative reading
Chem. symbol
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H6
C2H5OH
C2H4
C2H2
H2
HCl
HCN
H2 S
CH4
NO2
NO
C3H8
SO2
Concentration
500 ppm
10 Vol.-%
0.5 Vol.-%
10 ppm
1.0 Vol.-%
250 ppm
2 Vol.-%
1 Vol.-%
1.6 Vol.-%
40 ppm
50 ppm
100 ppm
10 Vol.-%
20 ppm
30 ppm
2 Vol.-%
20 ppm
Display in Vol.-% O2
No effect
≤ 0.4(–)
No effect
No effect
≤ 0.2(–)
No effect
≤ 2(–)
≤ 0.5(–)
≤ 2.5(–)
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
ST-1977-2005
ST-14975-2008
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DrägerSensor® XXS O2
258| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS Odorant
Used in
Dräger X-am 5000
Plug & Play
no
Replaceable
yes
Dräger X-am 5600
no
yes
Order no. 68 12 535
Guaranty Selective filter
1 year
B2X (68 12 424) – replaceable
Cross sensitivities to hydrogen sulfide
1 year
(H2S) and sulfur dioxide (SO2) are
eliminated
MARKET SEGMENTS
Gas supply companies
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
1 ppm
0.5 ppm
0 - 40 ppm THT (tetrahydrothiophene)
0 - 40 ppm (CH3)3CSH (tert.-butyl mercaptane)
0 - 40 ppm C2H5CH(CH3)SH (sec.-butyl mercaptane)
0 - 40 ppm CH3SH (methyl mercaptane)
0 - 40 ppm C2H5SH (ethyl mercaptane)
0 - 100 ppm (CH3)2S (dimethyl sulfide)
0 - 40 ppm CH3SSCH3 (dimethyl disulfide)
≤ 90 seconds at 20 °C or 68 °F (T90)
≤ ± 1 ppm
≤ ± 3 % measured value/month
≤ ± 2 ppm/year
≤ ± 2% measured value/month
≤ 12 hours
(-20 to 50)°C (-4 to 122) °F for THT, TBM, SBM
(5 to 40)°C (32 to 104) °F for MeM, EtM, DMS, DMDS
(10 to 90) % RH
(700 to 1300) hPa
≤ ± 2 ppm
≤ ± 10 % of measured value
≤ ± 0,1 ppm / % RH
≤ ± 0,2 % of measured value/ RH
THT test gas of approx. 10 ppm or an other of the target gases:
TBM, SBM, MeM, EtM, DMS, DMDS
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor can be used to monitor seven different odorants in the ambient air or (for short
periods) in natural gas. It is sufficient to calibrate the sensor using a THT test gas. By doing so, all of
the other target gases are then automatically calibrated. In addition to a quick response time this
Odorant sensor are highly selective. An internal, replaceable selective filter filters out most associated
gases in natural gases like H2S and SO2.
Typical gas response of Odorant at 20 °C
flow = 0,5 l/min, purged with 10 ppm THT
120
80
60
40
D-44-2010
Signal strength (%)
100
20
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of NH3. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Chem. symbol
Concentration
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide CO2
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane CH4
Methanol
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
n-propyl mercaptan
Phosphine PH3
Sulfur dioxide
NH3
1.5 Vol.-%
CO
Cl2
C2H2
H2
HCN
H2S
CH4
CH3OH
NO2
NO
C3H7SH
PH3
SO2
200 ppm
No effect
125 ppm
8 ppm
50 ppm
1000 ppm
50 ppm
10 ppm
100 Vol.-%
200 ppm
10 ppm
20 ppm
6 ppm
5 ppm
20 ppm
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Display in
ppm THT
without
selective filter
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤3 ppm (–)
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤30ppm
No effect
≤5 ppm
No effect
≤30 ppm
≤4 ppm
≤15 ppm
≤15 ppm
Display in
ppm THT
with
selective filter
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤5 ppm
No effect
≤30 ppm
≤4 ppm
≤15 ppm
No effect
260| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS Ozone
Used in
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
Order no. 68 11 540
Guaranty Selective filter
1 year
no
1 year
no
MARKET SEGMENTS
Ozone generator manufacturer, coal-fired power plants, water treatment (drinking and industrial water),
food and beverage industry, swimming pools, pulp and paper industry, pharmaceutical and cosmetics
industry
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0,02 ppm
0,01 ppm
0 to 50 ppm O3 (Ozon)
≤ 10 seconds at 20 °C (T50)
≤ ± 0,01 ppm
≤ ± 3 % of measured value
≤ ± 0,02 ppm/year
≤ ± 2 % of measured value/month
≤ 120 minutes
(-20 to 50) °C (-4 to 122) °F
(10 to 90) % RH
(700 to 1300) hPa
No effect
≤ ± 0,5 % of measured value/K
No effect
≤ ± 0,1 % of measured value/% RH
Ozone, replacement gas for bump test and calibration NO2
(5 ppm)
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
A fast response time and excellent repeatability are just two examples of this sensor’s special characteristics. With a detection limit of 0.02 ppm and a resolution of 0.01 ppm, it is also optimally suited for
limit value monitoring.
Reproducibility of O3 sensors
purged with 0.1 ppm O3
average of five sensors
Sensor reaction to O3 at 20 °C
Flow = 0.5 l/min, 0.1 ppm O3
120
0,12
0,1
80
60
40
20
0,08
0,06
0,04
D-3235-2011e
Display (ppm)
Signal strength (%)
100
0,02
0
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
0
1000
2000
3000
4000
5000
(sec)
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of Ozone. To be sure, please check if gas
mixtures are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Arsine
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Chlorine dioxide
Ethane
Ethanol
Ethine
Hydrazine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Phosphine
Propane
Sulfur dioxide
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
NH3
AsH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
ClO2
C3H6
C2H5OH
C2H2
N2H4
H2
HCl
HCN
H2S
CH4
NO2
NO
PH3
C3H8
SO2
Concentration
30 ppm
0,5 ppm
5 Vol.-%
2000 ppm
1 ppm
1 ppm
0,1 Vol.-%
250 ppm
100 ppm
1 ppm
0,1 Vol.-%
40 ppm
50 ppm
1 ppm
5 Vol.-%
1 ppm
30 ppm
0,5 ppm
1 Vol.-%
1 ppm
Display in ppm Ozone
no effect
no effect
no effect
no effect
≤ 0,8
≤ 0,8
no effect
no effect
no effect
no effect
no effect
no effect
no effect
≤ 0,02 (–)
no effect
≤ 0,5
no effect
no effect
no effect
≤ 0,06 (–)
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DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS PH3
Used in
Dräger Pac 7000
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
yes
Order no. 68 10 886
Guaranty
1 year
1 year
1 year
Selective filter
no
no
no
MARKET SEGMENTS
Inorganic chemicals, fumigation, clearance measurements.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.02 ppm
0.01 ppm
0 to 20 ppm PH3 (phosphine)
0 to 20 ppm AsH3 (arsine)
0 to 20 ppm B2H6 (diborane)
0 to 20 ppm SiH4 (silane)
≤ 10 seconds at 20°C (T90) or 68 °F
≤ ± 0.02 ppm
≤ ± 2% of measured value
≤ ± 0.05 ppm/year
≤ ± 2% of measured value/month
≤ 15 minutes
PH3, AsH3, SiH4: (–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 122)°F
B2H6: (0 to 50)°C (32 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 0.02 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 0.05% of measured value/% RH
approx. 0.5 ppm PH3
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor’s advantages include an extreme fast response time of less than 10 seconds for 90% of
the measured signal, and its excellent linearity. It is suitable for monitoring concentrations of common
hydrides such as phosphine, arsine, diborane, and silane in the ambient air.
Sensor reaction to PH3 at 20 °C/68 °F
Flow = 0.5 l/min, with 0,1 ppm PH3
Linearity of PH3 sensor
calibrated with 1 ppm PH3
1,2
Signal strength (%)
80
60
40
20
0
1
0,8
0,6
0,4
D-27847-2009
Indicated concentration (ppm)
120
100
0,2
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
0
0,2
0,4
0,6
0,8
1
1,2
Concentration of test gas (ppm)
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of PH3. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Chem. symbol
Concentration
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Ethanol
Ethine
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Ozone
Sulfur dioxide
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
H2
HCl
HCN
H2S
C2H5OH
C2H2
CH4
NO2
NO
O3
SO2
50 ppm
10 Vol.-%
200 ppm
10 ppm
1,000 ppm
20 ppm
60 ppm
20 ppm
250 ppm
100 ppm
0.9 Vol.-%
20 ppm
20 ppm
0.5 ppm
10 ppm
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Display
in ppm PH3
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 2 (–)
≤ 0.3
≤1
≤5
≤ 20
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 5 (–)
No effect
No effect
≤1
264| DrägerSensor® XXS
DrägerSensor® XXS PH3 HC
Used in
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
Order no. 68 12 020
Guaranty
1 year
1 year
Selective filter
no
no
MARKET SEGMENTS
Inorganic chemicals, industry, fumigation.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
2 ppm
1 ppm
0 to 2,000 ppm PH3 (phosphine)
≤ 10 seconds at 20°C (T90) or 68 °F
≤ ± 3 ppm
≤ ± 2% of measured value
≤ ± 2 ppm/year
≤ ± 2% of measured value/month
≤ 15 minutes
(–20 to 50)°C (–4 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
No effect
≤ ± 5% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 0.05% of measured value/% RH
approx. 20 ppm PH3
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
This sensor demonstrates excellent linearity across the whole measurement range even if calibrated in
the lower reaches of that range, and it also provides a stable reading even at high concentrations over
long periods of time.
Sensor reaction to PH3 HC at 20 °C/68 °F
Flow = 0.5 l/min, with 1.050 ppm PH3
Linearity of PH3 HC sensor
calibrated with 15 ppm PH3
1200
Signal strength (%)
100
80
60
40
20
0
1000
800
600
400
D-27848-2009
Indicated concentration (ppm)
120
200
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
0
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
Concentration of test gas (ppm)
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of PH3. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Ammonia
Arsine
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Diborane
Ethanol
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Ozone
Sulfur dioxide
Silane
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Chem. symbol
NH3
AsH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
B2H6
C2H5OH
C2H2
H2
HCl
HCN
H2 S
CH4
NO2
NO
O3
SO2
SiH4
Concentration
50 ppm
5 ppm
10 Vol.-%
200 ppm
10 ppm
5 ppm
250 ppm
100 ppm
1,000 ppm
20 ppm
60 ppm
20 ppm
0.9 Vol.-%
20 ppm
20 ppm
0.5 ppm
10 ppm
5 ppm
Display in ppm PH3
No effect
≤5
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤3
No effect
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤5
≤ 20
No effect
≤ 5 (–)
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤5
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DrägerSensor® XXS SO2
Used in
Dräger Pac 7000
Dräger X-am 5000
Dräger X-am 5600
Plug & Play
no
no
no
Replaceable
yes
yes
yes
Order no. 68 10 885
Guaranty
1 year
1 year
1 year
Selective filter
KX (68 11 344) replaceable
Cross sensitivities to hydrogen
sulfide (H2S) are eliminated
MARKET SEGMENTS
Food industry, pest control, mining, oil and gas, petrochemical, paper manufacture, shipping, steel
industry.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Long-term drift, at 20°C (68°F)
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions
Temperature:
Humidity:
Pressure:
Influence of temperature
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Influence of humidity
Zero point:
Sensitivity:
Test gas:
0.1 ppm
0.1 ppm
0 to 100 ppm SO2 (sulfur dioxide)
≤ 15 seconds at 20°C (T90) or 68 °F
≤ ± 0.1 ppm
≤ ± 2% of measured value
≤ ± 1 ppm/year
≤ ± 2% of measured value/month
≤ 15 minutes
(–30 to 50)°C (–22 to 122)°F
(10 to 90)% RH
(700 to 1,300) hPa
≤ ± 1 ppm
≤ ± 5% of measured value
No effect
≤ ± 0.1% of measured value/% RH
approx. 10 ppm SO2
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SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
As well as a fast response time and excellent linearity, this sensor is highly selective if the selective filter is used. The KX selective filter (order no. 68 11 344) is an accessory for the DrägerSensor® XXS
EC SO2 and eliminates the sensor’s cross-sensitivity to hydrogen sulfide. The filter has a lifetime of 1,000
ppm × hours, which means that at a hydrogen sulfide concentration of 1 ppm, it can be used for 1,000
hours.
Sensor reaction to SO2 at 20 °C/68 °F
Flow = 0.5 l/min, with 2 ppm SO2
Sensor reaction to SO2 sensor
at different concentrations
2.04 ppm
1.43 ppm
0.94 ppm
120
Signal strength (%)
100
80
60
40
20
0
0.55 ppm
0.14 ppm
2
1,5
1
D-27850-2009
Indicated concentration (ppm)
2,5
0,5
0
0
60
120
180
240
300
(sec)
360
420
480
540
0
100
200
300
(sec)
400
500
600
The values shown in the following table are standard and apply to new sensors. The values maybe
fluctuate by ± 30%. The sensor may also be sensitive to additional gases (for more information, please
contact Dräger). Gas mixtures may be displayed as the sum of all components. Gases with a negative
cross sensitivity may displace an existing concentration of SO3. To be sure, please check if gas mixtures
are present.
RELEVANT CROSS-SENSITIVITIES
Gas/vapor
Chem. symbol
Concentration
Ammonia
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Chlorine
Ethanol
Ethine
Hydrogen
Hydrogen chloride
Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen sulfide
Methane
Nitrogen dioxide
Nitrogen monoxide
Ozone
Phosphine
NH3
CO2
CO
Cl2
C2H5OH
C2H2
H2
HCl
HCN
H2 S
CH4
NO2
NO
O3
PH3
50 ppm
1.5 Vol.-%
200 ppm
10 ppm
250 ppm
100 ppm
1,000 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
20 ppm
1 Vol.-%
20 ppm
20 ppm
0.5 ppm
1 ppm
(–) Indicates negative deviation
Display in ppm SO2
without selective filter
No effect
No effect
No effect
≤ 5 (–)
No effect
≤ 140
No effect
≤5
≤ 10
≤ 60
No effect
≤ 30 (–)
No effect
No effect
≤6
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4.7 Explanatory notes – sensor data
DRÄGERSENSOR
Name and type of the sensor as well as the order number
Used as follows:
Indicates the devices suitable for use with this sensor
Plug & Play:
Indicates whether this sensor has plug & play functionality
Replaceable:
Indicates whether the sensor in the device can be replaced
Warranty:
Indicates the warranty period for the sensor
Selective filter:
Indicates whether this sensor has a selective filter and which
gases are filtered out
MARKET SEGMENTS
A list of typical market segments in which this sensor is used. This list does not claim to be complete.
TECHNICAL DATA
Indicates the technical data for this sensor based on the sensor user manual.
SPECIAL FEATURES
Description of the features that characterize this sensor and thus make it particularly interesting for
various applications.
RELEVANT INTERFERENCE
Selection of gases, which may affect the sensor in typical applications. The effect of the filter is depicted
in a separate column for sensors with selective filter. (Data is based on the sensor user manual)
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TECHNICAL DATA
Detection limit:
Resolution:
Measurement Range:
Response time:
Measurement accuracy:
Long-term drift:
Warm-up time:
Ambient conditions:
Indicates the smallest concentration other than zero depicted in the
display. Example: At a detection limit of 2 ppm, the value 2 ppm is
depicted in the display as the first concentration. Concentrations lower
than 2 ppm are depicted as 0 ppm.
Indicates the concentration increments of the display. For example:
With a detection limit of 2 ppm and a resolution of 1 ppm, the
concentrations are depicted in the following increments: 2 ppm /
3 ppm / 4 ppm …
Indicates the maximum measuring ranges of the sensors. All gases/
vapors with their ranges are indicated if a sensor can be used for
different gases and vapors.
Typically, the times listed here are T50 or T90 at 20°C (68°F). These
times indicate when 50 % or 90 % of the final signal has been reached.
The data presented here relate to the zero point and the sensitivity:
A zero point measuring accuracy of ≤ ± 2 ppm means the zero point
may fluctuate between - 2 ppm and + 2 ppm. For example, if a
measuring accuracy of ≤ ± 3 ppm of the measured value is indicated
for the sensitivity, then the following can be said about the measuring
accuracy: The concentration is between 97 and 103 ppm if 100 ppm
is displayed.
This information indicates the typical drift of the sensor in the zero
point and in the sensitivity across a longer period. This data may refer
to a month or a year. The long-term drift data of ≤ ± 0.2 ppm/year at
20° C (68°F) states that this sensor drifts max. ≤ ±2 ppm per year.
A value for the long-term drift of the sensitivity of ≤ ± 2 ppm/month,
indicates that after two months with a display of 100 ppm, the
maximum gas concentration may be between 96 and 104 ppm.
The warm-up time indicates the amount of time needed before a newly
installed sensor or a sensor, which was without electricity for a period
of time and then is powered up again, can be calibrated. However, the
sensor may be ready for use after only a few minutes. In this case,
there may be a higher rate of measurement errors.
Indicates the temperature, humidity, and pressure range in which the
sensor may be used. The indicated corrections do not apply with
measurements outside of the permissible ambient conditions. Dräger
is pleased to offer you additional advice on how to meet your specific
requirements. Please contact the respective branch office if you
require assistance. The addresses are listed on the rear cover page of
this manual.
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Influence of temperature:
Influence of humidity:
Test gas:
The effect temperature may have must be considered when the
measurement temperature deviates from the temperature during the
calibration.
Example 1: Temperature effect on the sensitivity amounts to ≤ ± 5 %
of the measured value. This means that the max. deviation across the
entire temperature range of the sensor (typically - 40 to 50°C or - 40
to 122°F) is expected to be ≤ ± 5 %. At an ambient temperature of, for
example, - 10° C (14°F) and a displayed value of 100 ppm, the max.
gas concentration may be between 95 and 105 ppm. The temperature
difference between the temperature of the measurement and the
temperature of the calibration must be taken into account with some
sensors.
Example 2: The effect of temperature on the sensitivity is ≤ ± 0.5 % of
the measured value / K. The sensor was calibrated at 25°C (77°F), the
measurement is taken at an ambient temperature of 35°C (95°F). The
temperature difference is then 10°C (14°F) or 10 K. This yields the
following calculation: 10 x 0.5% = 5%
With an ambient temperature of 35°C (95°F) and a displayed value of
100 ppm, the max. gas concentration is between 95 and 105 ppm.
The effects of humidity must be considered if the humidity during
measurement deviates from the calibration humidity.
Example 1: The effect of humidity on the sensitivity is ≤ ± 0.5 % of the
measured value. This means that the max. deviation to be expected
amounts to ≤ ± 5% with the deviation applying to the entire humidity
range of the sensor (typically 10 to 90 % rel. humidity). With an
ambient humidity of 50 %, for example, and a displayed value of 100
ppm, the max. gas concentration may be between 95 and 105 ppm.
The humidity difference between the humidity of the measurement and
the humidity of the calibration must be taken into account with some
sensors.
Example 2: The effects of humidity on the sensitivity is ≤ ± 0.02 %
of the measured value / % rel. humidity. The sensor was calibrated
at 0% rel. humidity, the measurement is taken at an ambient rel.
humidity of 50 %. The difference of the rel. humidity is then 50 %. This
yields the following calculation: 50 x 0.02 % = 1 %
With an ambient humidity of 50 % and a displayed value of 100 ppm,
the max. gas concentration is between 99 and 101 ppm.
Recommended test gas concentration for calibrating the sensor.
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5.1 Introduction
The following chapter provides information about how to choose the right accessories and how
to use them properly.
Safety
Detection devices that do not work correctly can provide no protection and can lead to
accidents. The only way to guaranty a reliable and correct measurement and warning of gas
risks is to test your detection device using a known gas concentration. This is commonly
referred to as a function or bump test. The device may need to be calibrated.
Additional features
You can extend the functionality of gas detection devices by using the right accessories. For
instance, a device for personal monitoring can be turned into a device for detecting
leaks and for performing clearance measurements when entering confined spaces,
simply by using a pump, probe, and extension hose. The right materials are important – for
example, when using extension hoses.
Configuration/documentation/archiving
Gas detection devices can be adapted to a variety of applications by adjusting them to
different evaluation parameters using an additional software program. This software runs on
a separate computer. In many places of work, the exposure to hazardous material must be
evaluated and documented. This process should be quick and intuitive.
5.2 Equipment for calibration and function tests
Gas detection devices are used for continuous measurements. Environmental influences or
other gases can change the calibration, with which the sensor is delivered to the customer.
Testing an instrument using a known gas concentration (also known as a function or bump
test) is the only way to guarantee reliable and correct measurement of and warning against
gas hazards. This test is important to verify whether the gas to be measured can flow through
the dust and water filter to the sensor, to check that the sensor is properly calibrated, and to
test that alarms are working and are set correctly. If the gas detector has been in contact with
very high concentrations of toxic gases or vapours, it must immediately undergo a function
(bump) test and the necessary adjustments, regardless of the required function test interval.
The various institutions stipulate regular sensitivity checks and functional tests (bump tests)
for gas detection devices; In Germany, BG Chemie therefore recommends regular checks /
calibrations in its data sheets T021 (gas warning equipment for toxic gases/vapors) / T023
(gas warning equipment for explosion protection). The EN 60079-29-2 standard (Gas
detection devices – selection, installation, application, and maintenance of equipment for
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the measurement of flammable gases and oxygen), which applies to all the member states
of the European Union also stipulates a sensitivity test immediately before use (international:
IEC 60079-29-2).
ST-5002-2005
5.3 Basic test with gas
The easiest and least expensive way to test the function of your
portable gas detection instrument is to conduct a basic test with gas.
All you need is a test gas bottle containing the respective test gas, a
trigger regulator and aninstrument-specific calibration adapter. The
instrument's alarm is triggered by briefly exposing the sensors to the
test gas. To adjust the instrument via a PC, you need additionally the
Dräger CC-Vision software, which allows individual configuration and
calibration of your gas detection instruments.
5.4 Dräger Bump Test Station
The Dräger Bump Test Station was designed to allow a function (bump) test to be
performed with a test gas in order to check the warning functions of gas detection
instruments. An integrated instrument-specific adapter is provided to test the Dräger Pac
3500 to 7000, and of Dräger X-am 1/2/5500 5600/, 3000 and 7000. When the concentration shown on the instrument's display is within an acceptable tolerance to the concentration of the test gas and the alarms were trigged, the function (bump) test was successful and
verifies the instrument calibration. If the function (bump) test was not successful, the
instrument needs to be calibrated. With some devices, this is done automatically following an
unsuccessful function test in the Dräger Bump Test Station. Instruments with an event or data
logger will store the results (pass or fail) of the function (bump) test, as well as the
subsequent automatic calibration when applicable. The Dräger Bump Test Station functions
independently, without any external power supply, making it ideal for use anywhere in the
field. The data from the Dräger Bump Test Station can be sent to a Dräger mobile printer
ST-4700-2005
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using an optical port. This printer stores the results of the function test
and prints them out. The results can also be exported using the
Dräger CC-Vision software.
The tests are very short – sometimes only ten seconds, because the
sensors respond so quickly – which makes for very low gas
consumption and reduced operating costs.
5.5 Dräger E-Cal – the workshop solution
The Dräger E-Cal automatic testing and calibrating station incorporates as many as ten
different instrument modules. Because Dräger detection devices can be calibrated and
adjusted simultaneously, they are quick and therefore economic to maintain. The Dräger
E-Cal is modular in design and, when fully equipped, can consist of a computer, a master
station, and as many as ten different device modules.
Master station
The Master Station allows you to use either two, six or twelve different gases, and supports
up to ten instrument modules.
Device module
When a Dräger portable gas detection instrument is inserted into its module, the sensors
contained within are automatically detected. Once calibration has been successfully
completed, the results are shown on both the module and the PC. Additionally, you can use
the instrument module, with the respective plug, to charge your equipment. With the help of
an optional adapter and a computer, each device module can also be operated
independently of the master station, and used as an economic alternative for simple testing
of a device’s functionality.
Dräger CC-Vision software
The Dräger CC-Vision E-Cal software features intuitive operation and the configurable GO
button makes the instrument even easier to use. Specific workshop processes i.e. function
(bump) test, calibration, download of data logger or battery test are carried out automatically
and simultaneously for up to 10 instruments. Combined with a search function, the software
also offers equipment management. The Dräger CC-Vision E-Cal software provides a wide
range of different analysis and tracking functions, e.g. who a particular instrument belongs to,
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ST-591-2005
which instruments require calibration and when, and what the
calibration history is for individual instruments. The software additionally
prints out a record to facilitate your data documentation. The workshop
solution also simplifies configuration of several Dräger portable gas
detection instruments. The Dräger CC-Vision E-Cal software is
compatible with any PC.
Purge module
An optional Purge Module is also available. When there is no
ventialation systemminstalled this special option ensures the active and
defined suction of waste gases – some of which are toxic and explosive – out of the Dräger E-Cal Station.
Device
Dräger
Bump Test
Station
with printer
Dräger Pac 3500 – 7000
Dräger X-am 1700/2000/5000/5600
Dräger X-am 3000
Dräger X-am 5100
Dräger X-am 7000
Dräger Multi-PID 2
Dräger
Bump Test
Station
Dräger
E-Cal
Station
Basic test
with gas
Software
Dräger
CC-Vision
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
St-5080-2005
5.6 Calibration gases
High-quality test and calibration gases are required in order to test the
function of gas detection devices effectively and, if needed, to calibrate
them. Dräger test and calibration gases are produced in accordance
with ISO 9002, which guarantys a high standard of quality worldwide.
They are available as single gases as well as gas mixtures.
The gases are packaged in small, convenient disposable cylinders,
which can be taken anywhere, thus enabling on-site function testing
with the Dräger Bump Test Station.
Another advantage of the disposable cylinders is the fact that they do
not need to be returned – once empty, you can simply dispose of them
in an environmentally-friendly manner such as with metal waste. This
means no rental or transport costs to return the cylinders.
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5.7 Regulator valves
All of the regulator valves we supply are suitable for our test and calibration gas
cylinders, and permit flow rates of 0.5 l/min.
USE
ST-4806-2005
For devices without internal pumps
This valve has a thumb wheel for manually opening and closing the
gas outlet.
Model 715
ST-4804-2005
For devices with internal pumps
This valve opens automatically when the pump draws in gas.
On-demand
regulator valve
For the Dräger E-Cal station
This regulator valve can be used in conjunction with devices that have
internal pumps. If large, refillable cylinders with DIN 14 connectors are
being used for the E-Cal station, then this valve can also be used in
conjunction with a DIN 14 adaptor, which is also available from
Dräger.
ST-4809-2005
For quick function tests prior to using a device
Pulling the trigger manually applies calibration gas briefly to the gas
detection device’s sensor. Tipping the trigger upwards fixes the
regulating valve in the open position, providing a continuous flow
of gas.
Trigger-regulator valve
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5.8 Pumps
ST-4990-2005
Dräger X-am 3000
with pump adapter
The Dräger X-am 1700/2000/5000/5600 devices can be also have
this pump function through the use of the external X-am 1/2/5000
pump. When the detection device is put in to place, the pump function
starts automatically and a flow test is initiated. Once the flow test is
complete, the pump is ready for use and can be used in conjunction
with a hose with a length of 20 meters (66 ft.).
The flow test prior to every use ensures safe and reliable pump
operation. If the pump flow becomes too low, then a flow alarm is
displayed on the pump. An easily replaceable dust and water filter
protects the pump and the sensors in the device against dirt and
contamination.
ST-9477-2007
Dräger X-am 7000
with pump adapter
Dräger X-am 3000 and Dräger X-am 7000 are optionally available
with an integrated high-performance pump. When you attach the
pump adaptor, the device automatically switches from diffusion to
pump mode. This accessory enables the device to draw gas from
remote measuring sites through a 20-meter-long (66 ft.) hose or, with
a Dräger X-am 7000, a 45-meter-long (or 148 ft.) hose, thus enabling
clearance measurements in shafts, tanks, and so on. The pump in the
device is continuously monitored electronically. If the pump flow
becomes too low – if, for example, the extension hose becomes
kinked or blocked – then a pump alarm is activated on the device.
Dräger X-am 1/2/5000
pump
5.9 Probes
Probes, sometimes combined with extension hoses, are needed whenever leakages must be
measured in inaccessible places, or when people are about to enter confined spaces.
NAME
Bar probe 400
GL probe
(German
Lloyd probe)
Leakage probe 70
Bar probe 90
Telescopic probe
100
ORDER
NUMBER
83 17 188
64 08 160
83 16 531
83 16 532
83 16 530
D-25398-2009
D-25393-2009
ST-14995-2008
D-25396-2009
ST-14992-2008
Flexible metal tube with an
integrated Viton hose.
External diameter of 10 mm (0.4 in.)
Approved for Category 2G (Zone 1)
Testing report BVS PP 03.2148 EG
(exam)
Probe made from carbon-fiber
reinforced plastic with an external
diameter of 8 mm (0.3 in.).
70 cm
2.3 ft.
1m
3.3 ft.
Metal probe with an integrated
Viton hose.
External diameter of 12 mm
(0.47 in.).
Approved for Category 2G (Zone 1)
Testing report BVS PP 03.2148 EG
(exam)
Stainless-steel probe with an
external diameter of 6 mm
(0.24 in.).
50 cm
1.6 ft.
90 cm
3.0 ft.
Stainless-steel probe with an
external diameter of 10 mm
(0.4 in.).
40 cm
1.3 ft.
LENGTH MATERIAL
X-am 3000
X-am 7000
X-am 1700/2000
X-am 5000/5600
Multi PID II
X-am 3000
X-am 7000
X-am 1700/2000
X-am 5000/5600
Multi PID II
X-am 3000
X-am 7000
X-am 1700/2000
X-am 5000/5600
Multi PID II
X-am 3000
X-am 7000
X-am 1700/2000
X-am 5000/5600
Multi PID II
X-am 3000
X-am 7000
X-am 1700/2000
X-am 5000/5600
Multi PID II
Extendable to lengths of up to 1 m
(3.3 ft.). Suitable for areas where
there is a risk of explosion.
With its fixed length, this probe
can be used for any applications
involving distances of 90 cm (2.9 ft.)
such as confined space entry.
This flexible probe can measure
“round corners,” making it
especially useful for difficult to
reach places where there is a risk
of explosion.
This probe is particularly durable.
It is used for applications such as
pre entry measurements in
gas-filled containers, where it is
necessary to obtain air samples
through closed seals.
Measurements in hatchways
on ships.
FOR USE WITH
GAS DETECTION
DEVICES
USES
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Telescopic probe
ES 150
Measurement
probe
Plugable
telescopic probe
Float probe
incl. hose
Float probe
incl. hose
83 16 533
64 08 239
68 01 954
83 18 371
68 07 097
NAME
ST-14997-2008
D-25392-2009
ST-14958-2008
D-10391-2009
D-10391-2009
ORDER
NUMBER
Plastic probe with an
integrated rubber hose.
External diameter of 13 mm
(0.5 in.).
Probe: Polycarbonate.
Viton hose with external diameter
of 8 mm (0.3 in.) + water and dust
filter.
Probe: Polycarbonate.
Tube: CR-NR [polychloroprene
(CR) with natural rubber (NR)]
with an external diameter
of 9 mm (0.35 in.).
2m
6.6 ft.
5m
16.4 ft.
10 m
32.8 ft.
1.5 m
4.9 ft.
Stainless-steel probe with an
integrated Viton hose.
External diameter of 12 mm (0.5 in.).
Approved for Category 2G
(Zone 1)
Testing report BVS PP 03.2148
EG (Exam)
Aluminum probe with with an
integrated PVC hose.
External diameter of 10 mm
(0.4 in.).
1.5 m
4.9 ft.
LENGTH MATERIAL
X-am 3000
X-am 7000
X-am 1700/2000
X-am 5000/5600
Multi PID II
X-am 3000
X-am 7000
X-am 1700/2000
X-am 5000/5600
Multi PID II
X-am 3000
X-am 7000
X-am 1700/2000
X-am 5000/5600
Multi PID II
X-am 3000
X-am 7000
X-am 1700/2000
X-am 5000/5600
Multi PID II
X-am 3000
X-am 7000
X-am 1700/2000
X-am 5000/5600
Multi PID II
Electrically conductive.
For measurements in drainage
and sewage systems.
Solvent-resistant.
With its fixed length, this probe
can be used for any applications
involving distances of 1.5 m (4.9 ft.).
The tip of the probe is perforated
for the last 15 cm (0.5 ft), enabling
sampling in media such as grain
sacks and dry bulk solids.
A probe 2 m (6.6 ft.) in length
whose plug-in system makes it
compact and easy to carry.
Universal usage.
Extendable to lengths of up to
1.5 m (4.9 ft.). Suitable for areas
where there is a risk of explosion;
solvent-resistant.
FOR USE WITH
GAS DETECTION
DEVICES
USES
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5.10 Extension hoses
Whenever the air quality has to be assessed at a distance, such as on the floor of a silo, at
the bottom of a loading chamber on a ship, or in a sewage system, then extension hoses and
pumps are needed. There are two important factors – the length of the hose and the
material it is made of.
The power of the pump is crucial when deciding on the length of the hose. The Dräger X-am
1/2/5000 external pump and the pump intregrated in the Dräger X-am 3000 are designed
for hoses with a length of up to 20 m (66 ft.). The Dräger X-am 7000 integrated pump is
suitable for hose up to a length of 45 m (148 ft.).
When choosing the hose material, you must be aware of the way the gases you are
measuring are absorbed into the surface of the hose.
Three different types of hose material have proven practical, each being suitable for
particular groups of gases. The following table should help you to decide which type of hose
to use.
CHARACTERISTICS
Material
Chemical name
Viton 1203150
Viton
FKM
Tygon 8320395
PVC
Polyvinyl chloride
Internal diameter
External diameter
Hardness
Color
Benefits
Temperature range
Use in Ex areas
3.5 mm
5 mm
70 Shore A
Black
Suitable for vapors
–25°C to +200°C
Suitable
5 mm
8 mm
55 Shore A
Clear
Transparent
–50°C to +75°C
Suitable
Rubber 1180681
CR-NR DWN 2715
Polychloroprene (CR)
with natural rubber (NR)
5 mm
7 mm
60 Shore A
Black
Electrically conductive
–30°C to +135°C
Suitable
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Gassing/
Rinsing time
GAS
Low-volatility
hydrocarbons
or gases
Non-volatile
hydrocarbons
or gases
INDICATION
10-m Viton
hose
INDICATION
10-m Tygon
R-3603 hose
■
■
Carbon monoxide
CO
■
■
■
Oxygen
O2
■
■
■
Nitrogen dioxide
NO2
■
■
■
Chlorine
Cl2
■
Hydrogen sulfide
H 2S
■
Phosgene
COCl2
Hydrogen cyanide
HCN
Phosphine
PH3
Ammonia
NH3
Nitrogen monoxide
NO
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
SO2
Methane – hexane
■
> 5 min.
INDICATION
Antistatic (rubber)
hose
■
■
5 min.
Gassing/
Rinsing time
CO2
■
3 min.
1 min.
> 5 min.
5 min.
3 min.
Gassing/
Rinsing time
Carbon dioxide
Sulfur dioxide
Volatile
hydrocarbons
or gases
FORMULA
1 min.
5 > min.
5 min.
3 min.
1 min.
TEST RESULTS AND MEASUREMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
■
C6H5CH3
■
■
■
■
■
■
Octane
C8H18
■
■
■
■
■
■
Acetic acid
CH3COOH
■
■
■
■
■
■
n-nonane
C9H20
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
Styrol
C6H5CH=CH2
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
■
Toluene
■ suitable t90 time
■
conditionally suitable, longer rinsing time,
t90 > 5 min.
■
not suitable
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5.11 Dräger CC-Vision
The “CC“ in Dräger CC-Vision stands for calibration and configuration, and that describes the
two principal functions of this software. This software application enables Dräger gas
detection devices to be configured and adjusted professionally. For instance, it enables some
of the device’s settings to be adjusted to the application on hand, and the sensors to be
calibrated. The functions of the device are shown clearly on the screen in a tree structure,
allowing quick, customized adjustment of the device’s parameters, and calibration of the
sensors as well. The software also helps to manage measurment data, thus enabling quick
access to any reports you might need to locate.
5.12 Dräger GasVision
This software allows you to depict the measurement data stored in a device in table or
graphic form. It shows an exposure curve for each sensor as an overview, from which segments
can be extracted. This visualization enables hazardous situations to be recognized, and action
to be taken accordingly. Comments about the place of measurement, the personnel, and
other relevant data can be added to the records, allowing you to create complete documentation of the situation in a workplace.
Closing comments
This chapter only covers a part of our comprehensive range of accessories. As well as pumps,
calibration, and communication accessories, we also offer a large range of bags and cases
(equipped and empty), and a range of power supply units – meaning that you can adapt your
accessories to any application. Our gas detection equipment is also complimented by our
services such as maintenance contracts, full service agreements, and complete worry-free
packages, as well as training courses such as device maintenance courses. Our staff at our
branch offices will gladly advise you further about these products and services.
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