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AreaRae Steel Wireless, Multi-Channel Multi-Gas Monitor from Rae Systems
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The AreaRae Steel is a one to five sensor gas monitor that delivers the same features and performance as the industry leading AreaRae monitor, in an extremely rugged stainless steel enclosure designed for applications in harsh environments. The weather resistant AreaRae Steel is the benchmark against which portable wireless gas monitors are judged. The AreaRae Steel Z1 has ATEX Zone 1 certification.
AreaRae Steel combines a photoionization detector (PID) for ppm measurement of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) with lower explosive limit (LEL) and oxygen sensors, plus two electrochemical toxic sensors for measuring specific substances such as hydrogen sulfide or chlorine.
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An integrated wireless modem allows the AreaRae Steel to transmit real time gas measurement data to a ProRae Remote base station located up to 2 miles away.
The base station is a standard Windows based PC running ProRae Remote software connected at a RaeLink Host Modem. The base station can communicate with up to 32 AreaRae Steels (or other AreaRae compatible monitors) providing a multi-threat detection network that can monitor a wide geographic area.
AreaRae Steel monitors are powered by rechargeable lithium ion batteries that deliver 18 hours of continuous operation and can be powered by external 12 volt DC sources or from AC line power. They can also be powered by standard alkaline batteries with an optional alkaline battery adapter.
AreaRae Steel options include the ability to track and display readings from remotely located detectors on a GPS map.
The AreaRae Steel is ideal for HazMat and other emergency response monitoring programs. AreaRae Steel detectors can be used to quickly establish an emergency perimeter by setting out multiple monitors at strategic locations, then backing off to a position of safety to monitor readings over the wireless link.
The AreaRae is available individually or as part of the Rapid Deployment Kit (RDK) system package.
Sensor Specifications
| Sensor |
Range
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Resolution
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| Oxygen |
0-30%
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0.1%
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| Combustible Gas |
1-100% LEL
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1%
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| VOCs |
0-199 ppm
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0.1 ppm
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200-2,000 ppm
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1 ppm
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| Carbon Monoxide |
0-500 ppm
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1 ppm
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10-2,000 ppm
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10 ppm
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| Hydrogen Sulfide |
0-100 ppm
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1 ppm
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| Sulfur Dioxide |
0-20.0 ppm
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0.1 ppm
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| Nitric Oxide |
0-250 ppm
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1 ppm
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| Nitrogen Dioxide |
0-20.0 ppm
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0.1 ppm
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| Chlorine |
0-10.0 ppm
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0.1 ppm
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| Hydrogen Cyanide |
0-100 ppm
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1 ppm
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| Ammonia |
0-50 ppm
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1 ppm
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| Phosphine |
0-5.0 ppm
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0.1 ppm
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| Hydrogen Chloride |
2 to 15 ppm
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1 ppm
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| Hydrogen Fluoride |
2 to 10 ppm
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1 ppm
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Specifications
| Detector |
Up to 5 sensors (oxygen, combustible, two toxic and VOC) electrochemical sensors for toxic gases and oxygen, PID sensor for VOCs, catalytic sensors for combustible gases. |
| Operating Hours |
Up to 36 hours continuous stand alone operation, 24 hours continuous wireless operation (Lithium-Ion battery), 18 hours continuous wireless operation (alkaline battery) |
| Battery |
Rechargeable, 7.4V/4.5 Ah, Lithium-Ion battery pack with built in charger or a 6 C cell alkaline battery pack |
| Battery Charger |
Less than 10 hours charge thorough built-in smart charger |
| Display |
2 line, 16 digit LCD with automatic LED back light in dim light |
| Keypads |
3 operation and 4 programming keys |
| Direct Readout |
Instantaneous values, sensor name, high and low values for all sensors, TWA and STEL values for toxic and VOCs, battery voltage and elapsed time |
| Alarm |
Flashing red LED cluster to indicate exceeded preset limits, low battery or alarm failure |
| Alarm Setting |
Separate alarm limit settings for TWA, STEL, Low and High alarms |
| Alarm Mode |
Latching or automatic reset |
| Audible Alarm |
100 dB buzzer at 10 cm (typical) |
| Visual Alarm |
Flashing red LED cluster |
| Datalogging |
4,000 points for each sensor with time stamp, serial number, user ID, site ID |
| Data Storage |
20,000 readings (64 hours, 5 channels at 1 minute intervals) in non volatile memory |
| Datalog Interval |
Programmable 1-3,600 seconds |
| Communication |
Upload data to PC and Download monitor setup from PC through RS-232 link to serial port on PC |
| EM Immunity |
No effect when exposed to 0.43 mW/cm2 RF interference (5 watt transmitter at 12") |
| Calibration |
Two point field calibration for fresh air and standard reference gas |
| Sampling Pump |
Internal integrated diaphragm pump with programmable "High" (400CC) and "Low" (300cc) flow rate settings |
| Low Flow Alarm |
Auto shut off at low flow condition |
| Temperature |
-4 to 113°F |
| Humidity |
0 to 95% rH |
| Size |
9.25" x 5.0" x 9.25" |
| Weight |
13.85 pounds |
| Optional |
Integrate GPS receiver |
| Approvals |
UL & CSA: Class 1, Division II, Groups A, B, C, D
AreaRae Steel Z1: ATEX II 2G EEX ib d IIc T4 |
| Frequency |
902 to 928 MHz (License free) or 2,400 to 2,4835 GHz (License free, 3 user selectable channels |
| RF Range |
Up to 2 miles (900 MHz) extendable with RaeLink Repeaters |
| Error Detection |
32 bit CRC resend on error |
Each AreaRae includes sensors as specified, filters, calibration adapter, manual, shoulder strap, rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack & charger, alkaline battery pack, water trap adapter, 10 spare external water trap filters, hard transport case, Teflon tubing, and tool kit.. The AreaRae with calibration kit includes all of the above plus calibration gas and regulator. The datalogger version includes software and cable. For pricing, please call AFC International at 1-800-952-3293, 219-987-6825 or fax 219-987-6826 or email sales@afcintl.com.
Downloads
 Table of Ionization Potentials
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Features
Up to five sensors (PID, LEL, oxygen and two toxic gas eletrochemical)
Loud buzzer and large, extra bright warning light
Large LCD display and keypad
Rugged, weather resistant stainless housing
Built in sampling pump
Interchangeable lithium ion or alkaline battery pack
Continuous operation via AC source
Real time wireless data transmission with built in RF modem
View real time sensor data and alarm status at headquarters or command center
ProRae Remote software simultaneously controls and displays readings for up to eight remote detectors
License free, ISM wireless transmittion with communication range up to 2 miles extendable with RaeLink2 repeaters
Fully hardware and software compatible with standard AreaRae network componenets
Optional GPS provides ability to track and display readings from remote detectors
Applications
HazMat and emergency response
Refineries and petrochemical plants
Power plants
Pump and paper industry
Plant and mill turnarounds
Marine and offshore wells
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