The sensor operates with IR absorption principle. The supply voltage required is the same as for a catalytic sensor. Its signal output is also identical to a catalytic sensor, therefore it can be directly connected to the 501 Controller. The important technical advantages of an infrared gas detector are now available for almost the same low price as a catalytic gas detector. The big advantage: As this product has the same energy requirements and signal output as common gas detection systems, the Statox 501 IR LC can be used to upgrade existing systems wherever the catalytic sensor did not do the job. The Statox 501 IR LC it is a reasonable alternative to catalytic sensors wherever gas detection equipment is used to monitor hydrocarbons. The standard ex works calibration is Methane. Technical data Detectable gases Hydrocarbons Measuring range 0 - 100 % L.E.L. Methane Measuring principle IR- absorption, NDIR 2-channel Detection limit 2 % L.E.L. Methane Response time t90 < 30 s Operating temperature - 20 to + 60°C Humidity 0 - 95 % r. H. Pressure 700 - 1300 hPa Power supply 3 - 5,0 V DC Current consumption app. 80 mA Connection 3 -wire Operation with Statox 501 Controller or comparable supply Weight 0,58 kg Dimensions 110 x 130 x 60 mm HxWxD (4,3 x 5,1 x 2,4 in.) Material Die cast aluminum, coated Protection class IP 54 Ex approval EEx de IIC T4 Statox 501 Controller Compur Monitors GmbH & Co. KG Weissenseestraße 101 D-81539 München Tel.: 089/62038-268 Fax: 089/62038-184 Email: compur@compur.de I nternet: Specifications are subject to change without notice, and are provided only for comparison of products. The conditions, under which our products are used, are beyond our control. Therefore, the user must fully test our products and/or information to determine suitability for any intended use, application, condition or situation. All information is given without warranty or guarantee. Compur Monitors disclaims any liability, negligence or otherwise, incurred in connection with the use of the products and information. Any statement or recommendation not contained herein is unauthorized and shall not bind Compur Monitors. Nothing herein shall be construed as a recommendation to use any product in conflict with patents covering any material or device or its use. No licence is implied or in fact granted under the claims of any patent. Instruments are manufactured by Compur Monitors GmbH & Co. KG, Munich. The General Conditions of Supply and Service of Compur Monitors GmbH & Co. KG are applicable. 01/2006...