Description
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Evikon |
| Product Model | E2618-LEL Combustible Gas Transmitter |
| Sensing Technology | Catalytic bead |
| Gases Detected | Methane, Propane, Pentane, Hydrogen, Acetylene, etc. |
| Measurement Range | 0…100% LEL |
| Output Signal | 4–20 mA current loop |
| Power Supply | 11–30 V DC |
| Accuracy | < ±5% full scale |
| Response Time | < 20 seconds (typical) |
| Operating Temperature | –20…+50 °C |
| Operating Humidity | 0–95% RH (non-condensing) |
| Ingress Protection | IP65 |
| Dimensions | 106 × 142 × 62 mm |
| Housing | Polycarbonate enclosure |
| Certification | CE compliant |
A combustible gas transmitter is an industrial sensing device designed to continuously monitor the concentration of explosive or flammable gases in the air. It detects gases such as methane, propane, hydrogen, acetylene, and other hydrocarbons before they reach hazardous levels. Installed in high-risk zones, it provides a stable 4–20 mA or Modbus output to trigger alarms, activate ventilation, or shut down systems automatically. Its purpose is simple yet critical—prevent fires, explosions, gas leaks, and costly operational interruptions. These transmitters are widely used in chemical plants, energy facilities, semiconductor fabs, aerospace manufacturing, and pharmaceutical labs, where flammable gas presence must be monitored with precision.
Most combustible gas sensors use a catalytic bead element. When flammable gas contacts the heated bead, it oxidizes and produces heat. This change alters the bead’s electrical resistance, which the transmitter converts into a measurable signal representing gas concentration.
For industrial plants, offshore sites, or aviation MRO facilities, at least one to two portable multi-gas detectors per active team is recommended. High-risk environments often require one detector per worker, especially when entering confined spaces or gas-prone zones.
Gas detectors generally fall into four main types:
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Fixed gas detectors
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Portable gas detectors
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Single-gas detectors
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Multi-gas detectors
Each serves a different industrial need, from personal safety to full-facility combustible gas monitoring.
Most combustible gas transmitters require calibration every 6 months, but facilities handling high-risk flammable gases benefit from quarterly calibration to maintain accuracy and regulatory compliance.
The UAE and GCC are rapidly expanding into semiconductor manufacturing, aerospace engineering, advanced pharmaceuticals, and large-scale hydrogen and natural gas operations. These industries handle flammable gases daily. In such environments, even a tiny leak can disrupt million-dollar processes or put personnel at risk. With rising safety compliance standards, this combustible gas transmitter ensures that local facilities operate at world-class safety levels while meeting international guidelines.
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