The BW Technologies GA24XT-M AlertClip 2-year carbon monoxide
(CO) detector is a handheld, single- detector that uses an
electro cell sensor to monitor carbon monoxide (CO)
levels consistently for up to two years without requiring
calibration, recharging, or battery replacement, and that has
audio, visual, and vibration alarms, which alert simultaneously
when carbon monoxide reaches the preset low and high alarm
levels. The detector has an alphanumeric LCD screen that can be
adjusted by the user to show the type monitored, the two
alarm set-points, the alarm level (low or high), the maximum
level recorded within the previous 24-hour period, the time
elapsed since reaching that maximum level, and the detector life
remaining, as well as whether or not a self-test is required. It
is operated and adjusted with a single push button. This detector
is used to indicate potentially harmful levels of carbon monoxide
naturally occurring in the environment; in a variety of
occupational settings such as petroleum refineries, tanneries,
sewage facilities, and paper mills; and in other
personal safety, educational, and ambient monitoring
applications.
This detector is factory-set to alert a low-alarm condition when
the level of carbon monoxide reaches 35 parts per million (ppm),
and a high-alarm condition when carbon monoxide reaches 200 ppm.
In low-alarm conditions, the audible alarm beeps once, the visual
alarm flashes, and the unit vibrates once per second. In
high-alarm conditions, the audible alarm beeps twice, the visual
alarm flashes two times, and the unit vibrates twice per second.
The three bright, wide-angle visual alarm bars and the built-in
vibration alarm help alert the user to potentially dangerous
levels of carbon monoxide in high-noise conditions. The alarm
deactivates when the level returns to an acceptable range.
Once the exposure alarm initiates, the detector records the
maximum exposure and the time since reaching that maximum
exposure for up to 24 hours. The detector logs and retains data
of the 10 most recent exposure events, which it can transmit
via built-in infrared sensor to a thermal printer (sold
separately), or via an infrared Datalink USB adapter to a
personal computer (both sold separately).
To ensure performance, the detector tests its built-in lithium
battery automatically every two hours, and the LCD prompts the
user daily to initiate a full-function self-test. The self-test
verifies the integrity of the battery, sensor, and circuitry. The
detector also features an automatic shutdown mode for additional
safety, which activates after five consecutive battery test
failures, three consecutive self-test failures, or when the
detector has reached the end of its two-year life.
This detector comes with a back-ed alligator clip to allow
the unit to be worn on a belt, waistband, or lapel, and a
concussion-resistant boot to help protect it against damage. It
is water resistant, and is compatible with the BW Technologies
MicroDock II automatic test system (sold separately). It has a
European Conformity (CE) and ATEX certification in accordance
with Directive 94/9/EC concerning equipment or protective systems
intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres, and it
meets Underwriters Laboratory (UL) 913 for an Intrinsically Safe
Apparatus and Associated Apparatus for Use in Class I, II, and
III, Division I, Hazardous (Classified) Locations.
Specifications
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TypeCarbon monoxide (CO)Measuring Range0 to 300
ppmTemperature Range-22 to +122 degree F/-30 to +50 degree C
Humidity Range5% to 95% RH (noncondensing)Audible Alarm Sound
Level95 dB Dimensions3.2 x 2.0 x 1.1 inches/2.8 x 5.0 x 8.1 cm (H
x W x D)*Weight2.7 oz./76 g Unit Life2 yearsBattery Type Lithium,
non-replaceable
*H is height, the vertical distance from the lowest to highest
point; W is width, the horizontal distance from left to right; D
is depth, the horizontal distance from front to back.
A detector is a safety device that detects and monitors
various toxic, combustible, and flammable ses in an area, and
which can also register a decrease in ambient oxygen.
detectors can be portable or stationary, and are typically
classified by their detection methods, which include catalytic,
electro-, point infrared, open-path infrared,
semiconductor, thermal path conductor, and paper tape detection.
detectors are first calibrated to known ses that serve as
a reference points. Their sensors can then be used to measure
ambient concentrations in comparison to the calibration
ses. When concentrations exceed a pre-set limit, an alarm
or signal is triggered, alerting the user to potential danger.
Pre-set limits often include a low-alarm level, indicating a
concentration that poses a moderate danger; a high-alarm level,
indicating a concentration that poses a large danger; a
short-term exposure limit (STEL), the maximum concentration
to which workers can be exposed continuously for a short period
of time without serious risk of harm, and time-weighted average
(TWA) limit, the maximum average exposure personnel can
experience over the course of an eight-hour work shift without
serious risk of harm. Most detectors also feature LCD screens
that provide a variety of information including ses detected
and their concentrations, pre-set exposure limits, and battery
level.
detectors have a variety of industrial and governmental
applications, such as in fire and rescue, mining, construction,
petroleum refineries, tanneries, sewage facilities, and
paper mills. Portable detectors are typically used to monitor
the air around personnel, are worn on clothing or on belts or
harnesses, and are powered with rechargeable or disposable
batteries. They generally require periodic calibration, testing,
and battery recharging or replacement, although some fixed-life
detectors are designed to perform for a number of years without
calibration or battery replacement before being dided.
Stationary detectors are typically powered electrically and
ed near the process area of a or control room. They
also require periodic service, testing, and calibration.
BW Technologies by Honeywell manufactures and distributes
portable and fixed monitoring equipment for use in a wide
range of industries. The company, founded in 1987, is based in
Canada in Calgary, Alberta.
- Single- detector for surveying levels of carbon monoxide (CO) in natural and industrial environments, and in other personal safety, training, research, and ambient air monitoring applications.
- Electro cell sensor monitors ambient carbon monoxide levels continuously for up to two years without requiring unit calibration, recharging, or battery replacement.
- Audio, visual, and vibration alarms alert simultaneously when carbon monoxide reaches factory-set low or high levels.
- LCD screen shows self-test status, high and low alarm set-points, maximum exposure, type, alarm level (low or high), detector life remaining, and time since last maximum exposure.
- Back-ed alligator clip allows wearing the unit on a belt, and a concussion-resistant boot helps protect against damage.