Inspectra Laser Portable Leak Detector

Overview

The INSPECTRA® Laser is a natural gas leak portable analyser with laser spectroscopy. This highly sensitive detector offers all the advantages of optical detection in a highly compact and portable device, giving you precise and reliable findings when detecting methane leaks.

Using laser spectroscopy technology, the INSPECTRA® Laser equipment developed by GAZOMAT™ is a high-performance methane detector. This device meets ATEX standards for use in explosive areas and makes it possible to detect methane leaks and determine their location with precision. It is a truly efficient tool for gas professionals.

For more information on the Inspectra Laser Portable Leak Detector, contact your local Air-Met office.

Features

Automatic self-test at start up
Wide backlit LCD screen
Visual and audible alarm indicators
Choice of measurement modes
Total selectivity to methane
8 hours constant use at 20°C
Supplied with carry case, sampling rod and filters

Specifications

Measurement Principle	Laser spectroscopy
Measurement Scales	Scale 1: 0 ppm - 10,000 ppm Scale 2: 0% to 100% Volume gas
Detection Threshold	1 ppm
3 Different Versions	Non-ATEX version: measurement range from 0 ppm to 10,000 ppm Non-ATEX version: measurement range from 0 ppm to 100% Vol. gas ATEX version: measurement range from 0 ppm to 100% Vol. gas
Response Time	T90 standard: 4.5 seconds T10 standard: 2 seconds With suction rod T90: 6 seconds With suction rod T10: <3.5 seconds
Display	Liquid crystal display with digits, icons and backlighting. 3 areas: concentration measurements (0 to 10,000 ppm and 0.0% to 100.0% volume gas) status indicators dialogue window Height of measurement character for PPM scale: 13 mm Height of measurement character for GAS scale: 13 mm
Keypad	5 direct-control keys Advanced function control with protected-access scrolling menu
Power Supply	Rechargeable Battery Pack: 3 x 1.2 V – 4000 A/h NiCd Charging time: 14 hours maximum 100 to 240 VAC / 50-60 Hz battery charger for ATEX battery pack
Autonomy	8 hours at 20 °C with all functions on (backlighting, pump on speed 2) 6 hours at temperatures below 0 °C with all functions on (backlighting, pump on speed 2) 6 hours at temperatures above 35 °C with all functions on (backlighting, pump on speed 2)
Output of The Electric Pump	35 l/h (on speed 1) et 70 l/h (on speed 2)
Alarms	They activate the visual (LED and LCD displays) and audio warnings: Methane CH4 concentration threshold Explosion risk due to methane CH4 concentration Pump: pump stopped, pump error
Status Indicators	Battery charge level, pump status (2 speeds)
Gas Connection	Quick-connect inlet coupling with locking mechanism: suction rod on right side Quick-connect gas outlet coupling
Electrical Connections	Male power plug 2.1 mm : for batter y charger Communication with a computer via a specialised communication link
Housing	Housing material: polyamide reinforced with fi bre glass and carbon Material of front side: anodized aluminum
Dimensions	length 263 mm x width 113 mm x height 141 mm (10.3 x 4.4 x 5.5 inches)
Weight	2.7 kg with batteries (5.9 lbs)
Conditions of Use	Humidity: from 5 % to 80 % relative humidity Temperature: from –15 °C to +40 °C Pressure: atmospheric pressure 1013 mbar (± 100 mbar)
Storage Conditions (excluding batteries)	Humidity: < 90 % relative humidity Temperature: -20 °C to +60 °C
Protection Index	IP 54
Certifications	CE marking 94/9/CE directive dated March 23, 1994 2004/108/CE directive dated May 21, 1989 : electromagnetic compatibility
Certifications for The ATEX 1 ppm to 100 % Volume Gas Version :	European standards of use in explosive atmospheres: EN 60079-0 from 2006 EN 60079-11 from 2007 EX II2G Ex ib IIB T4 EX INERIS N° 05ATEX0051