Data sheet

IR-622 LEL

Detcon Model IR-622 sensors are non-intrusive “Smart” sensors designed to detect and monitor Combustible Hydrocarbons over the range of 0-100% LEL (lower explosive limit).

The sensor assembly consists of a miniature infrared optical sensor in a stainless steel housing that includes a splashguard with integral cal port, a plug-in control transmitter circuit, a base connector board and an explosion proof enclosure.

  • CSA and UL Approved: Class I, Division 1, Groups B, C, & D

  • Compatible with PLCs, SCADA, DCS, via 4-20 mA, and/or RS-485, and/or alarm relays

  • Sensor status and parameters accessible via RS-485 (Modbus™)

  • Menu programmable relays standard (two alarms plus fault)

  • Simple menu driven calibration - takes less than 3 minutes

  • Backlit LCD and LED indicators for FAULT and CAL status Unique miniature field-replaceable optical sensor

  • Plug-in field-replaceable transmitter

  • Low power consumption

  • 5-year expected sensor life

  • Sensor Type

Non-dispersive Infrared Optical (NDIR)

  • Measurement Range

0-100% (lower explosive limit) LEL

  • Accuracy/Repeatability

±3% full scale 0-50% LEL

±5% full scale 50-100% LEL Response/Clearing Time T90 <30 seconds

  • Zero Drift

<5% per year

  • Operating Temperature Range

-40°F to +167°F; -40°C to +75°C

  • Operating Humidity Range

0-99% RH non-condensing

  • Outputs

Linear 4-20 mA DC

RS-485 Modbus™ 3 Relays (alarm 1, alarm 2, & fault) Contacts rated 5 amps

  • Input Voltage

22.5-28 VDC

  • Power Consumption

<3 watts @ 24 VDC

  • Electrical Classification

Explosion proof

Class I, Division 1, Groups B, C, D

  • Ingress Protection

NEMA 4X, IP66

  • Safety Approvals

CSA/NRTL (US OSHA Certified)

  • Ingress Protection

NEMA 4X, IP66

  • Sensor Life/Warranty

Sensor: 5 year warranty pro-rated Transmitter: 2 year warranty