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Spectrex Inc.

40/40D-LB SharpEye

Ultra-fast UV/IR flame detector

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The SharpEye 40/40D-LB, an ultra-fast UV/IR flame detector, provides exeptional detection of hydrocarbon-based fuel and gas, hydroxyl, hydrogen, metal, inorganic fires in under 20 msec.

Featuring a unique dual sensor with selectable UV and IR channels that can be used separately or combined, widest operation temperature range in extreme weather conditions with unparalleled reliability to ensure a SharpEye on your safety!
• 20 msec Ultra Fast detection
• Proven false alarm immunity
• Unparalled reliability - 150,000 hours MTBF
• Best in class temperature range: -76 to +185 °F (-60 to +85 °C)
• Worldwide and regionally certified for hazardous areas
• Performance and reliability approved by recognable certification bodies
• SIL3 compatible
• Enhanced durability backed up by with five-year warranty
• Smart field of view integrity test, allowing flawless operation
• Innovative UV & IR Built-In-Test - continuously validating the optical integrity and the electronic circuitry
• Multiple output options for maximum compatibility with standard infrastructures
• Plug-and-Play - factory calibrated for immediate use in any fire detection system
• Universal wiring option for fast ordering process
• Three sensitivity levels, adapting to any application
• Two mode heated optics for impeccable performance in challenging environmental conditions
• Internal log event recorder to analyze past events
Enclosure optionsElectropolished stainless steel 316
Heavy duty copper free aluminum (less than 1%), polyurethanepainted
RS-485RS-485 Modbus®-compatible communication link that can beused in computer controlled installations
HART® protocolHART communication on the 0-20 mA analog current (FSK)used for maintenance, configuration changes, and assetmanagement, available in mA source output wiring options
0-20 mA (stepped)Fault: 0 ± 1 mA
Built-in test (BIT) fault: 2 mA ± 0.3 mA
Normal: 4 mA ± 0.3 mA
Warning: 16 mA ± 0.3 mA
Alarm: 20 mA ± 0.3 mA
Analog voltage outputAnalog port malfunction: 0 V (< 0.5 V)
Normal: 2 V ± 0.3 V
Alarm/explosion: 5 V ± 0.3 V

RelaysAlarm, fault, and auxiliary
SPST volt-free contacts rated 2A at 30 Vdc
Outputs
Electrical interfaceThe detector includes 17 terminals and one wiring option
Electromagnetic compatibilityEMI/RFI protected to EN61000-6-3 and EN 50130
Electrical input protectionAccording to EN 50130
Cable entries2 x ¾-in - 14 NPT conduits or 2 x M25 x 1.5 mm ISO
Power consumptionStandby: Maximum 3 W (8 W with heated window)
Alarm: Maximum 4.2 W (9.6 W with heated window)
Operating voltage24 Vdc nominal (18-32 Vdc)
Electrical specifications
HumidityNon-condensing relative humidity up to 100%
Temperature rangeOperating: -76 °F (-60 °C) to 185 °F (85 °C)(1)
Storage: -76 °F (-60 °C) to 185 °F (85 °C)(1)
Field of viewHorizontal: 100 °
Vertical: 95 °
Sensitivity ranges3 sensitivity ranges for 1 ft2 (0.1 m2) n-heptane pan fire
Detection response timeStandard response: Typically 5 sec at 93 ft (28 m)
Ultra fast response: 20 msec for flash fire pan fire from 10 ft(3 m) distance via analog voltage output
High speed response (explosion): 50 msec for 1 ft (0.30 m)diameter sphere LPG-air mixture explosion at 32.8 ft (10 m)distance via analog voltage output
Mechanical specifications
• Oil & gas onshore and offshore installations and pipelines 
• Hydrogenation (petroleum refining, food processing, and chemical) 
• Chemical and petrochemical plants 
• Storage tank farms 
• Fuel and gas processing and storage facilities 
• Power generation 
• Explosives and munitions 
• Fertilizer plants 
• Automotive industry 
• Vehicle battery charging stations 
• Hydroxyl production and storage 
• Aerospace industry 
• Waste management facilities 
• Hydrogen fuel cell industry 
• Pharmaceutical industry 
• Printing 
• Hazardous materials storage areas 
• Food processing 
• Silane storage (pending)
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