This compact flame detector has a fast response time
The FL500 UV/IR Flame Detector (photo) monitors for radiation emitted by a flame in both the ultraviolet (UV) and infrared (IR) spectral ranges. This combination UV/IR optical sensor provides the fastest response time and increased false-alarm immunity against common plant sources of radiation, such as tanks and large pipes, for more reliable protection. Avoiding false alarms reduces process and plant down time, as well as increases employee confidence in safety systems should an actual incident occur. A helpful FL500 Flame Detector Simulator is now available on this company’s website, which colorfully illustrates the field-of-view (FOV) protection afforded by this sensing technology in a variety of fuel environments, including hydrogen. Simulator viewers can see and compare the flame sensor’s FOV for common fuel sources including butane, ethane, heptane, hydrogen, methane, methanol and propane. The FL500 detector offers a wide field of view (up to 130 deg). — MSA Safety Inc., Cranberry Township, Pa.