Spark™ CO2
TIGER OPTICS™ CRDS Trace-Level Carbon Dioxide Detection Analyzer
Description
CRDS LASER-BASED ANALYZER
ACCURATE, CONSISTENT & DRIFT-FREE CARBON DIOXIDE MEASUREMENT
Our TIGER OPTICS™ Spark™ CO2 analyzer is ideal for trace monitoring of critical impurities in pressurized gases. Based on powerful Cavity Ring-Down Spectroscopy (CRDS), with a proprietary laser-locked cell, the Spark is free of drift, guaranteeing consistent and reliable trace CO2 detection in nitrogen and other inert gases. Highly specific to the target molecule, CRDS also prevents cross-interferences from distorting your measurement. Plus, there is no need to perform costly and time-consuming zero and span calibrations, saving both time and money with continuous, on-line service.
The Spark CO2 builds on our longstanding leadership for trace monitoring of critical impurities in pressurized gases. Based on powerful Cavity Ring-Down Spectroscopy (CRDS), with a proprietary laser-locked cell, the Spark is free of drift, guaranteeing consistent and reliable trace CO2 detection in nitrogen and other inert gases. Highly specific to the target molecule, CRDS also prevents cross-interferences from distorting your measurement.
Plus, there is no need to perform costly and time-consuming zero and span calibrations, saving both time and money with continuous, on-line service. With freedom from calibration and maintenance, the Spark CO2 gives you exceptional ease of use and extremely low Cost of Ownership.
COMPACT, AFFORDABLE AND POWERFUL SPARK CO2 DELIVERS:
- Trace CO2 detection limit down to 250 ppb
- Wide dynamic measurement range
- Drift-free performance
- Immunity to vibration
- No spectral interferences
- Compact standalone footprint or rack-mountable
- Low cost of ownership
- Simple operation
- Serani™ interface software for remote analyzer control & data analysis
APPLICATIONS
DETECTION CAPABILITY
| Detection and Matrix | Range | LDL (3σ) | Precision (1σ) @ zero |
|---|---|---|---|
| CO2 in N2 | 0 – 1500 ppm | 250 ppb | 80 ppb |
| CO2 in O2 | 0 – 1200 ppm | 220 ppb | 75 ppb |
| CO2 in Clean Dry Air (CDA) | 0 – 1500 ppm | 250 ppb | 80 ppb |
| CO2 in Ar | 0 – 1200 ppm | 220 ppb | 75 ppb |
| CO2 in He | 0 – 1200 ppm | 220 ppb | 75 ppb |
| CO2 in H2 | 0 – 2000 ppm | 400 ppb | 140 ppb |
SPECIFICATIONS
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Operating range | See Detection Capability table |
| Detection Limit (3σ/24h) | See Detection Capability table |
| Precision (1σ, greater of) | ± 0.75% or 1/3 of LDL |
| Accuracy (greater of) | ± 4% or LDL |
| Speed of response | < 3 minutes to 90% |
| Environmental conditions | 10°C to 40°C, 30% to 80% RH (non-condensing) |
| Storage temperature | -10°C to 50°C |
| Gas Handling System and Conditions | |
| Wetted materials | 316L stainless steel, 10 Ra surface finish |
| Gas connections | 1/4″ male VCR inlet and outlet |
| Inlet pressure | 10 – 125 psig (1.7 – 9.6 bar) |
| Flow rate | ∼0.7 slpm (in N2), gas-dependent |
| Sample gases | Most inert and passive matrices |
| Gas temperature | Up to 60°C |
| Dimensions, H x W x D | |
| Standard sensor | 8.73″ x 8.57″ x 23.6″ (222 mm x 218 mm x 599 mm) |
| Sensor rack (fits up to two sensors) | 8.73″ x 19.0″ x 23.6″ (222 mm x 483 mm x 599 mm) |
| Weight | |
| Standard sensor | 32 lbs (14.5 kg) |
| Electrical and Interfaces | |
| Platform | Max series analyzer |
| Alarm indicators | 2 user programmable, 1 system fault, Form C relays |
| Power requirements | 90 – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Power consumption | 40 Watts max. |
| Signal output | Isolated 4–20 mA per sensor |
| User interfaces | 5.7″ LCD touch screen, 10/100 Base-T Ethernet |
| USB, RS-232, RS-485, Modbus TCP (optional) | |
| Data storage | Internal and external flash drive |
| Certification | CE Mark |
| Patents | |
| U.S. Patent #7,277,177 | |
We also offer a new CRDS analyzer performance upgrade. Implementing our new intelligent dynamic data processing, the Speed+™ Analyzer Performance Upgrade Software adjusts your analyzer’s response automatically and in real-time to deliver the best performance. Benefits of Speed+ for your operations include real-time process control to ensure quality, as well as faster throughput and increased capacity to improve efficiency and profitability.
