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FGD FLAME DETECTORS

FGD - IR3 Flame deteCTORS

FlameSpec IR3 Flame Detector Range

  

FlameSpec-IR3 is the next generation of Triple IR Flame Detector, it is being introduced to further enhance the protection and safety for those high risk and high value industries.​The FlameSpec-IR3 will detect fires and explosions extremely fast, thus allowing preventative action to be initiated even more rapidly and minimizing the consequences!​ It provides ultra-fast response, high performance and reliable detection of all types of hydrocarbon fires (visible and non-visible). The detector addresses slow growing fires as well as fast eruption of fire using improved Triple IR (IR3) technology. It operates in all weather and light conditions with highest immunity to false alarms. The unmatched detection times and distances are:


  • Detection within 40 milliseconds of fireballs or explosions 
  • 1.2seconds – for 1ft² (0.1m²) n-heptane pan fire at up to 50 ft. (15m) 
  • <4.1seconds– for 1ft² (0.1m²) n-heptane pan fire at up to 230 ft. (70m) 


Add to that, the integral event recording, on top of the proven superior capabilities of Triple IR (IR3) flame detection and you have a very powerful safety tool to protect your personnel, plant and process.


FlameSpec-IR3–HD has the addition of Integral HD quality video, with event recording, on top of the proven, superior capabilities of Triple IR (IR3) flame detection, providing a very powerful safety tool to protect personnel, plants, and processes. The detectors high-definition (HD) video output of the monitored area provides clear imaging of a fire event and of personnel at distances up to 100 ft (30m). This allows the rescue team to be aware of the exact situation before entering the hazardous area. The detector automatically records video of any fire event (1 minute pre- and up to 3 minutes post alarm initiation). These features, along with the built-in event logger, provide additional means to study the cause and development of fire events for “lessons learned” reviews. 

  

Key Benefits:

 

FlameSpec-IR3 and IR3-HD:

  • Extreme sensitivity - up to 260ft (80m) for a 1ft² (0.1m²) n-heptane pan fire.  
  • Ultra-fast detection mode - detection within 40 milliseconds for fireballs or explosions.  
  • 1.3 second detection time - for 1ft² (0.1m²) n-heptane pan fire at up to 50 ft. (15m) distance.  
  • Optimized option for aircraft hangars, helipads & truck loading racks available, see FLS-IR3 CO2L data sheet.
  • 5 selectable sensitivity levels.
  • Universal outputs, 3 and 4 wire, 4-20 mA sink / source, Fire, Auxiliary and Fault Relays. RS485 port using Modbus RTU.
  • Data/Event logger - alarms, faults and other relevant events are logged to non-volatile memory.  
  • Built-in-Test (BIT) - Automatic and manual self-test of window cleanliness and the overall operation of the detector.  
  • Window heater to avoid condensation and icing.  
  • Tilt mounting bracket can be connected either above or below the detector.  
  • High immunity to false alarm.
  • HART 7 models available - Easy configuration and diagnostic capability.
  • SIL 2 compliant models available - suitable for use as part of a SIL 2 compliant safety system.

 

FlameSpec-IR3–HD only:

  • HD video output with Automatic HD video recording of fire events.   
  • Ethernet communication – in addition to the standard methods, such as Relays, 4-20mA and Modbus.


  

SPECIFICATIONS FlameSpec IR3 and IR3HD:

Detection time and distance: 

40ms for fast fireburst or explosion

2.6s for 1 ft2 (0 .1m2) panfire at 0–100ft.(0–30m)

3.7sfor 1 ft2 (0 .1m2) panfire at 100–230ft.(30–70m)

Field of View: 90° Horizontal, 75° Vertical 

Time Delay: 0-30 seconds

Built in Test: Automatic and Manual

Operating Voltage: 24 VDC nominal (18-32 VDC)

Current Consumption: Standby: 120mA, Operation: 180mA all systems in operation (including window heater)

Electrical Entries: 2x conduit entries 3/4" 14NPT or M25x1.5 Wiring 12-20 AWG (2.5–0.35mm2)

Relays: SPST volt-free contacts rated 2A at 30 VDC 3 relays: Alarm & Auxiliary – normally open; Fault – normally closed:  

Analogue Output: 0-20mA (stepped) current output 3wire and 4wire (isolated) configurations (sink and source), with HART overlay.

Local Indication: Tri-colour LED

Size: 140x90x90mm

Weight: Detector (StainlessSteel 316): 3.0kg Tilt mount (Stainless Steel 316): 1.5kg

Temperature Range: Operating: -55°C to +85°C Storage: -55°C to +85°C

Humidity: Up to 99% (RH), non-condensing

Ingress Protection: IP66 & 68 (2m, 24hr); NEMA 4X & 6P

Explosion proof:

ATEX: I I 2 G D Ex db IIC T5 G b or Ex db eb IIC T5 Gb and Ex tb IIIC T95°C Db -55°C<Ta<75°C Ex db IIC T4 Gb or Ex db eb IIC T4 Gb and Ex tb IIIC T105°C Db -55°C<Ta<85°C

IECEx ExdbIICT5Gb-50°C≤Ta≤75°CExdbIICT4Gb-50°C≤Ta≤85°C

FM & FMC Class I, Div. 1, Groups B, C & D; T4 Class I, Zone 1, AEx/Ex db IIC T4 Gb T4-50°C≤Ta≤85°CT5-50°C≤Ta≤75°C 

PerformanceApproval:  ANSI FM 3260 EN 54 -10

Functional safety: SIL2, per I EC 61508

Marine Approval: DNVGL Certificate Number MED-B-00006AM


SPECIFICATIONS FlameSpec IR3HD only:

Current Consumption: Standby: 180mA, Operation: 250mA all systems in operation (including window heater)

Size: 200x130x130mm

Weight: Detector (StainlessSteel316): 4.4kg Tilt mount (Stainless Steel316): 2.4kg

HD Video: Allows clear imaging of fire and people at 100 ft. (30m) distance

Video recording: Alarm events 1-minute pre-event and up to 3 minutes post-event

System integration protocol: ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum) Profile S

Digital Output (for video): IP network IEEE 802.3 10Base-t

Composite video output: NTSC or PAL

IR3 Flame Detector, IR3 Flame Detector with Video.

IR3 Flame Detector, IR3 Flame Detector with Video.

UV IR Flame deteCTORS

FlameSpec UV IR Flame Detector Range

  FlameSpec-UV-IR model - UVIR flame detector providing ultra-fast response, high performance and reliable detection of a large variety of fires including hydrocarbon fires (visible and nonvisible), as well as Hydrogen fires. ​The detector addresses slow growing fires as well as fast eruptions of fire using improved UV IR technology. The detector operates in all weather and light conditions.​
FlameSpec-UV-IR-F model  - Same As FlameSpec-UV-IR but does not see hydroxyl and hydrogen  fires and IR sensor that operates at a wavelength of 4.0-5-0 μm​. FlameSpec-UV-IR-HD and UV-IR-F-HD models - ​In  addition, the detector provides high-definition (HD) video output of  the monitored area with clear imaging of a fire event and of personnel at distances up to 100 ft (30m).This allows the rescue team to be aware of the exact situation before entering the hazardous area. The detector automatically records video of any fire event (1 minute pre- and up to 3 minutes post alarm initiation). These features, along with the built-in event logger, provide additional means to study the cause and development of fire events for “lessons learned” reviews.

Key Benefits:

FlameSpec-UVIR all models:

  • Hydrogen, Inorganic and Hydrocarbons flame detection.  
  • Ultra-fast detection mode detection within 5 milliseconds for fireballs or explosions  
  • High sensitivity - up to 100ft (30m) for a 1ft2 (0.1m2) n-heptane pan fire  
  • High immunity to false alarm  
  • Data/Event logger - alarms, faults and other relevant events are logged to non-volatile memory.  
  • Ethernet communication – in addition to the standard methods, such as 4-20mA and Modbus.  
  • Built-in-Test  (BIT) - Automatic and manual internal self-test of window cleanliness  and the overall operation of the detector (for both IR and UV channels).  
  • Window heater to avoid condensation and icing.  
  • Tilt mounting bracket can be connected either above or below the detector.  
  • Configurable detection mode – allows configuration of UV-IR, UV or IR detection mode.  
  • HART 7 models available - Easy configuration and diagnostic capability.
  • SIL 2 compliant models available - suitable for use as part of a SIL 2 compliant safety system.

FlameSpec-UVIR–HD and UVIR-F-HD only:

  • HD video output with Automatic HD video recording of fire events.   
  • Ethernet communication – in addition to the standard methods, such as Relays, 4-20mA and Modbus.

SPECIFICATIONS 

FlameSpec UVIR and UVIRHD:

Detection time and distance: <5ms for fast burst of explosion1.5s for 1 ft2 (0 .1m2) pan fire at 0 –50 f t. (0–15m)<3s for 1 ft2 (0 .1m2) pan fire at 5 0–100 f t.(15–30m)



UV IR Flame Detector, IR3 Flame Detector with Video.

IR3 H2 Flame deteCTORS

FlameSpec IR3 H2 Flame Detector Range

  

 FlameSpec-IR3–H2 is the next generation of the IR3. It is being introduced to further enhance the protection and safety for those high risk and high value industries. The FlameSpec-IR3-H2 will detect hydrogen fires and explosions extremely fast, thus allowing preventative action to be initiated even more rapidly and minimizing the consequences! The unmatched detection times and distances are:

  • Detection within 40 milliseconds of fireballs or explosions 
  • 1.5s for 32″ (0.8m) hydrogen fire at 0–66 ft. (0–20m) 
  • 4s for 32″ (0.8m) hydrogen fire at 66–100 ft. (20–30m) 

The FlameSpec-IR3-H2 flame detector provides ultra-fast response, high performance, and reliable detection of hydrogen fires. It operates in all weather and light conditions with the highest immunity to false alarms. These features, along with the built-in event logger, provide additional means to study the cause and development of fire events for “lessons learned” reviews​
FlameSpec-IR3–H2-HD has the addition of Integral HD quality video, with event recording, on top of the proven, superior capabilities of Triple IR (IR3) flame detection, providing a very powerful safety tool to protect personnel, plants, and processes. The detector's high-definition (HD) video output provides visualization of hydrogen flames that are invisible to the human eye. This allows the rescue team to be aware of the exact situation and location of invisible hydrogen flames before entering the hazardous area. The detector automatically records video of any fire event (1 minute pre- and up to 3 minutes post alarm initiation). These features, along with the built-in event logger, provide additional means to study the cause and development of fire events for “lessons learned” reviews  

Key Benefits:

FlameSpec-IR3-H2 and IR3-H2-HD:

  • High immunity to false alarm, including arc welding.
  • Detects, hydrogen, ammonia, methane & syngas flames using three infrared wavelengths, with clear separation.
  • Each sensor has the same field of view to further improve false alarm immunity. 
  • Ultra-fast detection mode detection within 40 milliseconds for fireballs or explosions. 
  • High speed (< 0.5 s) model [X5] available for the detection of fires in enclosed spaces. 
  • 5 selectable sensitivity levels.
  • Universal outputs, 3 and 4 wire, 4-20 mA sink / source, Fire, Auxiliary and Fault Relays. RS485 port using Modbus RTU
  • Event logger: Alarms, faults & videos are logged to non-volatile memory.
  • Built-in-Test (BIT) – Automatic and manual self-test of window cleanliness and overall detector operation.
  • Additional dirty optics warning for preventive maintenance needs.
  • HART® 7 for configuration & maintenance - option available. 
  • Heated window to avoid condensation and icing 
  • Stainless steel tilt mount with horizontal and vertical adjustment
  • SIL 2 capable - option available

FlameSpec-IR3–H2-HD only:

  • HD video output with Automatic HD video recording of fire events. Visualization of hydrogen flames that are invisible to the human eye.  
  • Ethernet communication – in addition to the standard methods, such as Relays, 4-20mA and Modbus.

SPECIFICATIONS FlameSpec IR3H2 and IR3H2HD:Detection time and distance: Detection within 40 milliseconds of fireballs or explosions 1.5s for 32″ (0.8m) hydrogen fire at 0–66 ft. (0–20m) 4s for 32″ (0.8m) hydrogen fire at 66–100 ft. (20–30m)
 

IR3 H2 Flame Detector, IR3 H2 Flame Detector with Video.

Downloads

  Click on the links below to download the Datasheets of the FLS IR3 Flame Detector Range, 

go to our Resources page for application and selection information. 

FLS-IR3-08 (pdf)

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FLS-IR3-HD-09 (pdf)

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F150V0020.10-FlameSpec-Blade (pdf)

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F150V0010.09-IR3-H2 (pdf)

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F150V0010.09 X3-IR3-STRETCH2 (pdf)

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F140V0010.08-IR3-H2-HD (pdf)

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F140V0010.08 X3-IR3-STRETCH2-HD (pdf)

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F110V0010.09-UV-IR (pdf)

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F130V0010.09-UV-IR-HD (pdf)

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F160V0010.08-UV-IR-F (pdf)

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F170V0010.08-UV-IR-F-HD (pdf)

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FLS-FSIM-03 (pdf)

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 FGD IR3 HD Utilised for Flame Detection in a Recycling Facility 

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