MSA EX-TRANS®mitter

[ DF-7100 measuring range 0...100% LEL

DF-7010 measuring range 0...10% LEL ]
Sensing head to monitor combustible gases Application • monitoring of diluted gas
and vapors in air in the range of 0...100% LEL The MSA sensing head series com- streams, e.g. in exhaust ducts
or with increased sensitivity bines proven sensor technology • detection of substances which
with latest microelectronics. have a very low signal response
Features
The sensing heads have been de- • monitoring of combustible
• proven PELEMENT sensor respectively novel,
signed as sensors mounted in the vapors which, under normal
highly sensitive sensor
field with a 4...20 mA transmitter. ambient temperatures, exhibit
• excellent stability, the HSP* sensor permits only very low vapor pressures
They can be used in conjunction
extremely low alarm thresholds
with the MSA gas warning systems • the area monitored is enlarged
• monitoring, control and signal processing by or connected directly to process These sensors are an important
microcomputer control systems. step on the way to more flexible
• standardized output signal 4...20 mA Two versions are available: and advanced monitoring con-
• robust metal housing, optimum of
– with a standard measuring range cepts. The EX-TRANSmitters are
protection from environmental and electro- adjusted by an external com-
of 0...100% LEL; as commonly
magnetic influence munications module permitting
used to protect the plant from
• intrinsically safe design, housing can be open- explosions simple and semi-automatic opera-
ed and sensor replaced under power in the tion combined with protection
– or with novel, highly sensitive
hazardous area from unauthorized access.
sensors which enable a much
• infrared communications module prevents lower range (typically 0...10% The system/human interface is
unauthorized access LEL). This opens new application designed according to standard
• only one communications module required for areas and increases plant safety, industrial layouts. The data trans-
a system, thereby reducing investment costs e.g.: mission is achieved by an infrared
• one-person calibration in the field even for link protected from interference
• leak detection at an early stage
sensors in inaccessible locations and corrosion.
• comprehensive sensor and calibration infor-
mation on the communications module,
displayed in plain language
• simple and partially semi-automatic opera-
tion via menu-driven interface
• integrated calibration gas adapter

*High Sensitivity Pelement = HSP

 Measuring principle Approvals and Certificates Technical Data
The sensors are based on the The remote sensing heads DF-7010
Type:
measuring principle of catalytic and DF-7100 have been approved
MSA EX-TRANSmitter DF-7100
combustion of combustible com- to the Directive 94/9/EC (ATEX
MSA EX-TRANSmitter DF-7010
ponents of the sample gas at the 100a) for use in potentially explo-
sensor element. The gas diffuses sive atmosphere according to the Measuring principle:
through a sintered metal frit to EN 50014 ff. including EN 50028. catalytic combustion
the sensor elements, the well- DMT 99 ATEX E 023 X. Construction:
proven PELEMENTS. The performance has been tested metal housing, corrosion-resistance
Influences from humidity, pressure according to EN 50054 and 50057. through special coating
and temperature are compensated Typ of protection:
by an additional sensor element in dust and splash water IP 54
the bridge circuit; this allows sett-
Variations (acc. EN 50057)
explosion protection acc. to EN 50014 ff.:
ing very low thresholds for early Influence of humidity II 2G EEx d m e ib IIC T6
alarms and monitoring functions. Zero point: ≤ 0.4% LEL (DF-7010) Dimensions:
Signal: ≤ 0.3% LEL (DF-7010) 150 x 158 x 88 mm (w x h x d)
Construction and Function Weight:
The sensing head is contructed of Zero point: ≤ 2.0% LEL (DF-7100)
1.48 kg
a coated metal housing; this gua- Signal: ≤ 1.0% LEL (DF-7100) Connections:
rantees a maximum of protection
Influence of temperature Cable gland fitting (grip span 6 –12 mm),
against environmental influences
Zero point: ≤ 0.5% LEL (DF-7010) threaded connection for AUER CONTROL
such as corrosion, dust, splash
communications module
water, heat radiation, mechanical Signal: ≤ 0.9% LEL (DF-7010)
and particularily electromagnetic Measured gases:
interference. The sensor itself can Zero point: ≤ 2.0% LEL (DF-7100) combustible gases
be changed; it is mounted in a Signal: ≤ 9.0% LEL (DF-7100) Measuring range:
plastic housing and protected from DF-7100: 0...100% LEL
Influence of pressure
splash water by a gas permeable DF-7010: 0... 10% LEL, depending on substance
membrane. Zero point: ≤ 0.2% LEL (DF-7010)
Ambient temperature:
The sensor assembly can easily be Signal: ≤ ± 0.1% LEL (DF-7010) – 25 °C ...+ 55 °C
exchanged – even under power – Zero point: ≤ ± 1.0% LEL (DF-7100) – 20 °C ...+ 40 °C (in hazardous area)
in the hazardous area. An integrat- Storage temperature:
ed system for the application of Signal: ≤ ± 2.0% LEL (DF-7100)
– 25 °C ...+ 55 °C
calibration gas is supplied.
Ambient humidity:
The component assemblies are 5...95% r.h. (non-condensing)
easily accessible after opening the
Ordering Information
sensing head; all circuits are D0792602 Remote Sensing Head Ambient pressure:
intrinsically safe. DF-7010 90...110 kPa

A microcomputer checks the Air velocity:

D0792611 Remote Sensing Head
function of sensors and electro- permissible up to 15 m/s
DF-7100
nics, processes the sensor signal Response time:
D0792603 HSP Sensor
and converts it to a standardized t 90 ≤ 10 s for methane (DF-7010)
linear 4...20 mA output. There are D0791604 100% LEL Sensor t 90 ≤ 15 s for methane (DF-7100)
three interface levels: measure- D6079762 Calibration cap Signal output:
ment, maintenance and failure. 4...20 mA, max. burden 200 Ω
Remote operation accessories Voltage supply:
are available for detectors 16...32 VDC
mounted in inaccessable places Loop impedance:
(high up or in ducts) to connect DF-7010 27 Ω, DF-7100 36 Ω
the communications module
AUER CONTROL and calibration Max. cable lenght:
gas tubing. DF-7010 1100 m at 1,5 mm2
DF-7100 1500 m at 1,5 mm2
The EX-TRANSmitter is calibrated
with the connection of an external, Cable type:
intrinsically safe communications 3- or 4core with shield
module AUER CONTROL. (min. 80% covered)
EMC:
Emission acc. to EN 50081/1
Immunity acc. to EN 50082/2

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AUER CONTROL Communication Module
[ for EX-TRANS®mitter DF-7100/DF-7010 ]
Features The LED on the front becomes With key “ESC”
• Communication with the EX-TRANSmitter active when data failures are • the instrument is turned on and
via IR interface reported. off
• 4 operator control keys The “ESC” (black) and “ ” (yellow) • an entry is aborted or a
(2 cursors, ESC and ENTER) keys are located on the side, the function menu is selected
• Display (LCD) (2 lines, each with 16 characters) LCD display and both cursor keys
• Simple, menu-driven operation “ ”, “ ” are on the front of the With key “ ”
housing. • a function in a menu is started,
• Functions: measuring mode, diagnostics,
The 9 V battery is located in the aknowledged or terminated
maintenance, setup
• Powered by a 9 V battery lower part of the communications
module and can be easily ex-
With key “ ”
• one-man calibration possible • a function is selected in a menu
changed.
• small, robust and light-weight
The communications module has • the next character is selected
• operation via connection box for measuring during the entry of parameters
the following features:
points in inaccessible locations
• Explosion protection according to EN 50014 ff, With key “ ”
II 2G EEx ia IIC T4
Display:
• a function is selected in a menu
• Identification number
• Type of protection IP 54
• Measuring value • a character of a parameter is
• Measuring range selected.
Construction and Function
The AUER CONTROL communications module • Sensor signal Menus (Choice of functions)
is built into the proven housing of the TOX-PEM • Calibration routine In a function menu up to 4 choices
series and contains all operator control and • Faults / Errors are shown, one function flashes
display elements, the processor module for • Sensor voltage
data storage and device control, and a battery • Sensor current MEASURING MAINTENANCE
for supplying power to the electronics. DIAGNOSTIC SETUP
The spiral line is connected to the top of the Operation:
communications module. The IR plug is located • Password Entry
at the other end of the line which can be extend- • Choice of system values
ed to 2 m. Before servicing, the IR plug is con-
• Selecting the menu level
nected to the EX-TRANSmitter DF-7010/DF-7100.
• Entry of parameter values (e.g.
Adjacent to the threaded cable joint, an acoustic calibration gas concentration)
signal transmitter and 2 LEDs (red) at the
• Starting semi-automatic
corners are located at the top of the communi-
calibration routines
cations module. The acoustic signal transmitter
activates when each key is pressed.
Data is transmitted via an IR 3
interface
 Technical Data Ordering Information
Designation: AUER CONTROL D0792750
Dimensions: 120 x 72 x 33 mm (h x w x d) AUER CONTROL
Weight: 0.6 kg
Accessories
Operational life with battery installed:
D0792760
– About 12 months in a deactivated state
Connection box VK 20
– About 60...80 hours when operating
D0792761
Permissible battery types:
Electr. cable, 20 m, complete (with coupling)
VARTA 4022, VARTA 8022, DURACELL MN 1604
D0792762
Display: LCD display field
Electr. cable, 40 m, complete (with coupling)
3 mm character height
2 lines, each with 16 characters D0005280
ASCII character set Gas tubing NBR, 4.8 x 9.4 (per meter)
Operator control keys:
ESCAPE „ESC“ (black),
ENTER „ “ (yellow)
INCREMENT „ “ (black)
RIGHT „ “ (black)
Signal transmitter: 2 red LEDs
1 acoustic signal transmitter
Explosion protection: II 2G EEx ia IIC T4
DMT 02 ATEX E 074
Type of protection: IP 54
EMC: Emission in accordance with EN 50081, Part 1;
Immunity to interference in accordance with
EN 50082, Part 2

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