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FGD FlameSpec IR3 H2-HD flame detector
The FlameSpec-IR3-H2-HD flame detector provides ultra-fast response, high performance, and reliable detection of hydrogen fires. It operates in all weather and light conditions with the highest immunity to false alarms.
In addition, the detector's high-definition (HD) video output provides visualization of hydrogen flames that are invisible to the human eye. This allows the rescue team to be aware of the exact situation and location of invisible hydrogen flames before entering the hazardous area. The detector automatically records video of any fire event(1 minute pre- and up to 3 minutes post alarm initiation). These features, along with the built-in event logger, provide additional means to study the cause and development of fire events for "lessons learned" reviews.
Features and Benefits
- High immunity to false alarm
- Ultra-fast detection mode detection within 40 milliseconds for Hydrogen fireballs or explosions Hydrogen flame detection
- High sensitivity – up to 100 ft. (30m)
- HD video output with Automatic HD video recording of fire events. Visualization of hydrogen flames that are invisible to the human eye
- Data/Event logger – alarms, faults and other relevant events are logged to non-volatile memory
- Ethernet communication – in addition to the standard methods, such as Relays, 4-20mA and Modbus
- Built-in-Test(BIT) – Automatic and manual internal self-test of window cleanliness and the overall operation of the detector
- Window heater to avoid condensation and icing
- KCs/ATEX/FM/EAC CU TR certifications
- SIL2 certification
Specification
Category | Item | Description |
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Fire Detection | Detection time and distance |
40ms for fast burst of explosion 1.5s for 32″ (0.8m) hydrogen fire at 0–66 ft. (0–20m) 4s for 32″ (0.8m) hydrogen fire at 66–100 ft. (20–30m) |
Field of view (IR detection) | 90° Horizontal, 75° Vertical | |
Time Delay | 0-30 seconds | |
Built in Test | Automatic and Manual | |
Video Functionality | HD Video | Near IR filtered HD, as standard. Color HD option (X2 available on request) |
Video recording of alarm events | 1 minute pre-event and up to 3 minutes post-event | |
System integration protocol | ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum) Profile S | |
Electrical Specifications | Operating Voltage | 24 VDC nominal (18-32 VDC) |
Current Consumption |
Standby: 180mA Maximum: 300mA (including window heater) |
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Conduit Entries | 2x cable and conduit entries 3/4″ NPT (F) or M25x1.5 | |
Wiring | 12-20AWG (2.5-0.35mm2) | |
Outputs | Relays |
SPST volt-free contacts rated 2A at 30 VDC 3 relays: Alarm & Auxiliary – normally open; Fault – normally closed |
0-20mA (stepped) current output |
3 wire and 4 wire configurations (sink and source) HART® rev 7.0 (option available) |
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Indication | Tri-color LED (Green, Yellow, Red) | |
Modbus | RTU compatible on RS-485 | |
Digital (for video) | IP network IEEE 802.3 100Base-t | |
Composite video | NTSC or PAL | |
Mechanical Specifications | Size | 7.87 x 5.12 x 5.12″ (200x130x130mm) |
Weight |
Detector (Stainless Steel 316): 9.8 lbs. (4.4 kg) Tilt mount (Stainless Steel 316): 5.4 lbs. (2.4 kg) |
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Environmental Specifications | Temperature Range |
Operating : -67°F to +185°F (-55°C to +85°C) Storage : -67°F to +185°F (-55°C to +85°C) |
Humidity | Up to 99% (RH), non-condensing | |
Ingress Protection | IP66 & 68; NEMA 4X & 6P | |
Approvals | ATEX |
ATEX: II 2 G D
Ex db IIC T5 Gb or Ex db eb IIC T5 Gb and Ex tb IIIC T95°C Db -55°C<Ta<75°C Ex db IIC T4 Gb or Ex db eb IIC T4 Gb and Ex tb IIIC T105°C Db -55°C<Ta<85°C |
IECEx & PESO |
Ex db IIC T5 Gb or Ex db eb IIC T5 Gb and Ex tb IIIC T95°C Db -55°C<Ta<75°C Ex db IIC T4 Gb or Ex db eb IIC T4 Gb and Ex tb IIIC T105°C Db -55°C<Ta<85°C |
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FMus & FMc |
Class I, Div. 1, Groups B, C & D; T4 -50°C≤Ta≤85°C or T5 -50° C≤Ta≤75°C Class II/III, Div. 1, Groups E, F, G; T4 -50°C≤Ta≤85°C or T5 -50°C≤Ta≤75°C Class I, Zone 1, AEx/Ex db IIC T4 Gb or Class I, Zone 1, AEx/Ex db eb IIC T4 Gb -50°C≤Ta≤85°C Class I, Zone 1, AEx/Ex db IIC T5 Gb or Class I, Zone 1, AEx/Ex db eb IIC T5 Gb -50°C≤Ta≤75°C Zone 21, AEx/Ex tb IIIC T95°C Db -50°C≤Ta≤75°C or Zone 21, AEx/Ex tb IIIC T105°C Db -50°C≤Ta≤85°C |
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EAC CU TR |
1Ex db IIC T5 Gb or 1Ex de IIC T5 Gb and Ex tb IIIC T95°C Db -55°C < Ta <75°C
1Ex db IIC T4 Gb or 1Ex de IIC T4 Gb and Ex tb IIIC T105°C Db -55°C < Ta < 85°C |
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Performance | ANSI FM 3260 | |
Functional safety | Complies to SIL2, per IEC 61508 (option available) | |
Accesories |
Stainless steel weather cover, model FLS-WCO-S02 Flame simulator, model FLS-FSIM-IR3-H2-KIT 2" & 3" pole mount adapter, model FLS-PMA-S23 Airshield for areas with high airborne contamination, model FLS-ASD-S02 Paint shield / cover |
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Warranty | 5 years |