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SharpEye 40/40D-LB Flame Detector

SharpEye 40/40D-LB Ultra Fast Ultraviolet Infrared (UV/IR) Flame Detector. Spectral Response: Ultraviolet: 0.185 to 0.260µm; Infrared: 2.5 to 3.0µm, 3 sensitivity ranges and Field of View of 100° Horizontal & 95° Vertical. Standard (<5 secs), Ultra Fast (<20msecs) and High speed response of 50mSecs. 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, or Stainless Steel 316 enclosure. 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 T110°C Db, Ta = -50 to +85°C.

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Spectrex 40/40D-LB Flame Detector

Description

The SharpEye 40/40D-LB 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, hydroxyl, hydrogen, metal, inorganic, etc. 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 fires from a large variety of hazardous sources, such as hydrocarbon-based fuel and gas, hydroxyl, hydrogen, metal, inorganic, etc.

  • 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
  • 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
  • Waste management facilities
  • Hydrogen fuel cell industry
  • Pharmaceutical industry
  • Printing
  • Hazardous materials storage areas
  • Food processing
  • Silane storage (pending)

Specifications

General Specifications

Spectral Response Ultraviolet: 0.185 to 0.260µm

Infraref: 2.5 to 3µm

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

 

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: 20mA ±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:

 

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:

 

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

 

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

 

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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