The new Spectrex SafEye Quasar 900 hydrocarbon detector is an open-optics detection system that provides continuous monitoring of flammable hydrocarbon gases. This detector operates by analyzing the atmosphere through a "spectral fingerprint" using differential optical absorption spectroscopy.
This device detects hydrocarbon gases including methane, ethylene, propane, ethane, butane, etc. Detection range: 7-200m in three different models (same detector, different sources).
The Quasar 900 consists of a Xenon Flash infrared transmitter and an infrared receiver, located at ranges of 7 to 200 meters in extremely harsh environments where dust, fog, rain, snow or vibration can cause significant signal degradation.
The Quasar 900 transmitter and receiver are housed in a rugged stainless steel housing that is ATEX and IECEx approved.
A portable communication unit can be connected on-site via a certified intrinsically safe data port for forecasting and diagnostics. The Quasar 900 is FM/FMC and ATEX/IECEx certified.
The Quasar 900 hydrocarbon detector features heated windows to prevent condensation and icing. It supports the HART protocol for digital communication. This hydrocarbon detector is designed to meet SIL2 requirements according to IEC61508.