Toxic Gas Detector features explosion-proof housing.

General Monitors Dec 23, 2003

Press Release Summary:

Model TS4000 Intelligent Toxic Gas Detector monitors toxic gases or oxygen deficiency and provides status indication and alarm outputs. Microprocessor-based transmitter features remote mounting up to 2,000 ft, dual redundant MODBUS communications, 8 A relays, 3-digit display, 4-20 mA output, and indication of remaining sensor life. Unit displays gas concentrations to 500 ppm, fault codes, and calibration prompts.

Original Press Release:

Intelligent Toxic Gas Detector from General Monitors Provides Protection in Hazardous Environments

LAKE FOREST, Calif. - December 18, 2003 - General Monitors today announced the advanced TS4000 Intelligent Toxic Gas Detector, a microprocessor-based transmitter designed to monitor toxic gases or oxygen deficiency and provide status indication and alarm outputs. The TS4000 offers many features, including long distance remote mounting up to 2,000 feet, dual redundant MODBUS communications, 8 amp relays, three-digit display, 4-20mA output, and indication of remaining sensor life. All of the electronics are contained within an explosion-proof housing so that sensor information can be processed at the sensor site. Additionally, the interface module's galvanically isolated, intrinsically safe design supports sensor field replacement without special tools or hot work permits. The unit features one person calibration and can virtually self-calibrate by activating a magnetic switch and applying gas. Process engineers who need to protect people and equipment will find that the new Model TS4000 Intelligent Gas Detector is ideal for chemical, oil/gas, wastewater and other hazardous environments. Additional applications include public utilities, refineries, pharmaceuticals and food and beverage.

The TS4000 monitors a variety of toxic gases in the parts per million (ppm) range, including: ammonia, carbon monoxide, chlorine, chlorine dioxide, hydrogen chloride, nitric oxide, nitrogen dioxide, oxygen deficiency, ozone, and sulfur dioxide. Customers using the TS4000 benefit from superior functionality. The system displays gas concentrations up to 500 ppm, fault codes for troubleshooting, prompts when calibration is needed, and provides complete status to the Control Room. Additionally, the TS4000 simplifies operation and maintenance and reduces downtime by providing remaining sensor life indication.

The TS4000 utilizes an intelligent microprocessor-based design in an explosion-proof housing. This 24 VDC-powered toxic gas detector is comprised of a base unit, sensor housing with interface module and electrochemical sensor. The interface module processes information at the sensor site and communicates detected gas values to the base unit for data control and display. By combining explosion-proof certification with intrinsically safe inputs, the TS4000 provides high performance in hazardous locations. It can also be used for general-purpose, non-hazardous applications.

The TS4000's powerful capabilities complement General Monitors' existing toxic gas detection series, joining the TS400 Toxic Gas Detector, TS420 Oxygen Deficiency Detector, IR7000 IR Carbon Dioxide Point Detector, MC600 Multi-Channel Controller and TA502A Trip Amplifier.

About General Monitors

Founded in 1961, General Monitors is a leading-edge manufacturer of combustible gas, toxic gas and flame detection monitoring products of the highest quality. The company has been third-party certified to ISO 9001:2000 requirements. Corporate headquarters in Lake Forest, California comprise a modern engineering design center, R&D, manufacturing, sales and service complex. A facility in Galway, Ireland supports the EU with engineering design, R&D and manufacturing. Sales and service offices are maintained in Houston, Texas, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom.