Description
The SharpEye 40/40D-L4B Ultra Fast UV/IR flame detector is part of the leading, next generation SharpEye 40/40 series. Detects flames with a large variety of hazardous sources, such as hydrocarbon-based fuel and gas fires. Featuring ultra fast detection in 20 msec with proven immunity to false alarms, integrating UV and IR optical sensors to ensure flawless performance.
Features and Benefits
Integrating ultraviolet (UV) and infrared (IR) optical sensors for detection of hydrocarbon-based fuel and gas.
- 20 msec ultra fast detection
- Proven false alarm immunity
- Unparalleled reliability – 150,000 hours MTBF
- Best in class temperature range: -76 °F (-60 °C) to 185 °F (85 °C)
- Worldwide and regionally certified for hazardous areas
- Performance and reliability approved by recognizable certification bodies
- SIL3 compatible
- Enhanced durability backed up with five-year warranty
- Smart field of view integrity test, allowing flawless operation
- Innovative UV & IR built-in test – continuously validating the optical integrity and the electronic circuitry
- Multiple output options for maximum compatibility with standard infrastructures
- Plug and play – factory calibrated for immediate use in any fire detection system
- Universal wiring option for fast ordering process
- Three sensitivity levels, adapting to any application
- Two mode heated optics for impeccable performance in challenging environmental conditions
- Internal log event recorder to analyze past events
Applications
- Oil & gas onshore and offshore installations and pipelines
- Chemical and petrochemical plants
- Storage tank farms
- Fuel and gas processing and storage facilities
- Power generation
- Explosives and munitions
- Fertilizer plants
- Automotive industry
- Vehicle battery charging stations
- Hydroxyl production and storage
- Aerospace industry
- Waste management facilities
- Pharmaceutical industry
- Printing
- Hazardous materials storage areas
- Food processing
Specifications
General Specifications
Spectral Response | Ultraviolet: 0.185 to 0.260µm
Infraref: 4.3 to 4.8µm |
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Detection Response Time | Standard Response: Ultra Fast Response: High Speed Response (Explosion): |
Typically 5 secs at 93ft (28m) 20msec for flash fire pan fire from 10ft (3m) distance50msecs for 1ft (0.3m) diameter sphere LPG/Air mixture explosion at 32.8ft (10m) |
Sensitivity Ranges | 3 Sensitivity Ranges for 1ft² (0.1m²) n-Heptane Pan Fire | |
Field of View | Horizontal: 100°, Vertical: 95°. | |
Temperature Range | Operating Storage Temperature: -76 to 185F (-60 to +85°C) | |
Humidity | Non-condensing Relative Humidity up to 100% |
Electrical Specifications
Power Supply | 24vDC Nominal (18-32vDC) |
Power Consumption
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Standby: Maximum 3W (8W with heated window) Alarm: Maximum 4.2W (9.6W with heated window) |
Electrical Input Protection | According to EN 50130 |
Electromagnetic Compatibility | EMI/RFI Protected to EN61000-6-3 and EN50130 |
Electrical Interference | The detector includes 17 terminals, one wiring option |
Outputs
Relays | Alarm, Fault, and Auxiliary SPST volt-free contacts rated 2A at 30vDC |
Analogue Output
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Analogue Port Malfunction: 0V (<0.5V) Normal: 2V ±0.3V Alarm/Explosion: 5V ±0.3V |
0-20mA (Stepped)
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Fault: 0 ±1mA Built-in Test (BIT) Fault: 2mA ± 0.3mA Normal: 4mA ± 0.3mA Warning: 16mA ± 0.3mA Alarm: 20mA ±0.3mA |
HART Protocol
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HART Communication on the 0-20 Analogue Current (FSK) used for maintenance, configuration changes, and asset management, available in mA source output wiring option |
RS485 | RS485 Modbus compatible communications link that can be used in computer controlled installations |
Mechanical Specifications
Enclosure Options:
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Electropolished Stainless Steel 316 Heavy Duty Copper Free Aluminium (less than 1%), Polyurethane Painted |
Mounting: | Electropolished Stainless Steel 316 |
Dimensions: | Detector: 4″ x 4.6″ x 6.18″ (100.6 x 117 x 155mm) |
Weight:
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Detector Stainless Steel: 6.3lb (2.9Kg) Detector Aluminium: 2.8lb (1.3Kg) Tilt Mount: 2.5lb (1.1Kg) |
Environmental Standards | DNV 2-4 |
Water and Dust: | IP66 and IP68 per EN60529 NEMA 250 6P |
Approvals
ATEX and IECEx
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Ex II 2GD Ex db eb IIC T4 Gb Ex tb IIIC T110 °C Db Ta = -50 °C to +85 °C IP66/IP68 |
FM/FMC/CSA
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Class I Division 1, Groups B, C, and D, T4 Class II/III Division 1, Groups E, F, and G, T4 Class I, Division 2, Groups B, C, and D, T4 Ta = -50 °C to +85 °C Type 6P; IP 66/68 6.6 ft (2 m) for 45 minutes |
TR CU (EAC) | 1Ex d e IIC T4 Gb Ex tb IIIC T110 °C Db Ta = -60 °C to +85 °C IP66/IP68 |
IN METRO | Pending |
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