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SharpEye 40/40C-M Flame Detector

SharpEye 40/40C-M Multispectrum Quad-Sense Flame Detector. 5 sensitivity ranges and Field of View of 80° Horizontal & 80° Vertical, (Hydrogen 90°). Response time: Typically< 5 Seconds. 0-5V analogue output, SPST Volt Free Alarm, Fault and Auxiliary relays. Stepped 0-20mA signal with HART Comms, plus RS485 Modbus Comms. Power Supply: 18-32vDC. All via 17 terminal accessed through 2 x M25 or 2 x ¾” NPT cable entries. Heavy duty Copper free Aluminium enclosure with red polyurethane coating. Dimensions: 100.6 x 117 x 155mm. IP Rating: IP66 and IP68 per EN60529, NEMA 250 6P. ATEX/IECEx Certification: Ex II 2 G D, Ex db eb IIC T4 Gb, Ex tb IIIC T100°C Db, Ta = -40 to +75°C.

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Spectrex 40/40C-M Flame Detector

Description

The SharpEye 40/40C-M Multispectrum Quad-Sense flame detector is part of the leading, next generation SharpEye 40/40 series. Featuring enhanced performance, advanced long distance detection of hydrogen and hydrocarbon fires, fast detection in under 5 seconds and strengthened reliability, the SharpEye 40/40C-M is based on proven triple infrared (IR3) technology, ensuring highest sensitivity with proven immunity to false alarms

Features and Benefits

Multi-Spectrum Quad-Sense™ flame detector – integrating four infrared (IR) sensors to further improve differentiation of flame sources from non-flame background radiation.

  • Advanced long distance detection of hydrogen and hydrocarbon-based fuel and gas fires at up to 215 ft (65 m)
  • Fast detection, under 5 seconds
  • Proven false alarm immunity
  • Unparalleled reliability – 150,000 hours MTBF
  • Best in class temperature range: -40°F (-40 °C) to 167 °F (75 °C)
  • Enhanced durability backed up by three-year warranty
  • Five sensitivity levels, adapting to any application
  • Innovative infrared built-in test (BIT) – 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
  • Heated optics for impeccable performance in challenging environmental conditions
  • Worldwide and regionally certified for hazardous areas
  • Performance and reliability approved by recognizable certification bodies
  • SIL3 compatible
  • Internal log event recorder to analyze past events

Applications

  • Oil & gas onshore and offshore installations and pipelines
  • Hydrogenation (petroleum refining, food processing, and chemical)
  • 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
  • Pharmaceutical industry
  • Printing
  • Hazardous materials storage areas
  • Food processing
  • Light industrial

Specifications

General Specifications

Detection Response Time Standard Response: Typically <5 seconds
Sensitivity Ranges 5 Sensitivity Ranges for 1ft² (0.1m²) n-Heptane Pan Fire
Field of View For Hydrogen: Horizontal: 90°, Vertical: 90°.
For other fuel: Horizontal: 80°, Vertical: 80°.
Temperature Range Operating Storage Temperature: -40 to 167F (-40 to +75°C)
Humidity Non-condensing Relative Humidity up to 100%

Electrical Specifications

Power Supply 24vDC Nominal (18-32vDC)
Power Consumption

 

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

 

Analogue Port Malfunction: 0V (<0.5V)
Normal: 2V ±0.3V
Alarm/Explosion: 5V ±0.3V
0-20mA (Stepped)

 

Fault: 0 ±1mA
Built-in Test (BIT) Fault: 2mA ± 0.3mA
Normal: 4mA ± 0.3mA
Warning: 16mA ± 0.3mA
Alarm: 0mA ±0.3mA
HART Protocol

 

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:
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:

 

Detector Aluminium: 2.8lb (1.3Kg)
Tilt Mount: 2.5lb (1.1Kg)
Water and Dust: IP66 and IP68 per EN60529 NEMA 250 6P

Approvals

ATEX and IECEx

 

Ex II 2GD
Ex db eb IIC T4 Gb
Ex tb IIIC T110 °C Db
Ta = -40 °C to +75 °C
IP66/IP68
FM/FMC/CSA

 

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 = -40 °C to +75 °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 = -40 °C to +75 °C
IP66/IP68
IN METRO Pending

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SharpEye Next Generation 40/40C Flame Detector.

The SharpEye Next Generation 40/40C series is based on proven SPX Triple IR (IR3), features fast detection hydrocarbon-based fuel and gas fires at long distance using pioneering QuadSense technology. This series is globally certified and suited to meet the challenges of the most demanding application with revolutionary UV/IR BIT and smart field of view optical integrity for flawless operation, wide operation temperature range in extreme weather conditions providing trustworthy protection of high value property and personnel. The detectors are easy to install and maintain and come with universal wiring options and multiple output options for maximum flexibility and compatibility.

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