Spectrex SharpEye 40/40UFL Ultra Fast UV / IR Flame Detector

The SharpEye 40/40UFL UV-IR High-Speed Optical Flame detector 40/40UFL is designed to meet two major requirements: High-Speed Response (20m sec) & High Reliability (immunity to false alarm). This detector is based on our well-known military detector used in Armoured Vehicle Explosion Suppression System combined with the industrial UV-IR detector 40/40LB. The 40/40UFL can detect hydrocarbon-based fuel and gas fires, hydroxyl and hydrogen fires, as well as metal and inorganic fires.

The UV/IR flame detector senses radiant energy in the short-wave section of both the ultraviolet and infrared portions of the electromagnetic spectrum. The signals from both sensors are analysed for frequency, intensity and duration. Simultaneous detection of radiant energy in both the UV and IR sensors triggers an alarm signal. The UV sensor incorporates a special logic circuit that helps prevent false alarms caused by solar radiation.

Spectrex SharpEye 40/40UFL Flame Detector Features

• UV/IR Dual-Sensor
• High-Speed Response - 20m sec to flash fire
• Solar blind
• Automatic Built-In-Test (BIT) - to assure continued reliable operation
• Heated window - for operation in harsh weather conditions (snow, ice, condensation)
• Multiple output options for maximum flexibility and compatibility: Relays (3) for Alarm, Fault and Auxiliary - Analogue output for fast detection - 0-20mA (stepped) - HART Protocol for maintenance and asset management - RS-485, Modbus Compatible
• High reliability - MTBF - minimum 150,000 hours
• Approved to Safety Integrity Level 2 (SIL2 – TUV)
• 5-Year warranty
• User programmable via HART or RS-485
• Hazardous area zones: Zones 1 & 2 with IIC gas group vapours present - Zones 21 & 22 with IIIC dust type present
• Ex approved to: ATEX & IECEx - FM/FMC/CSA - TR CU (EAC)
• 3rd party performance: EN54-10 (VdS) - FM3260

Spectrex SharpEye 40/40UFL Flame Detector Applications

• Explosives & munitions
• Offshore Oil & Gas
• Onshore Oil & Gas
• Petrochemical plants
• Storage tank farms
• Aircraft hangars
• Chemical plants
• Power generation facilities
• Pharmaceutical industry
• Printing industry
• Warehouses
• Automotive industry
• Waste disposal facilities
• Aerospace industry
• Hydrogen Fuel Cell Industry
• Hydrogen Vehicle Parking & Refuelling
• Battery Charging Areas
• Refinery Hydrogenation
• Space Industry Hydroxyl Propellant
• Static Fuel Cell Systems