MTL K1550 Hydrogen, Helium, Argon and Xenon Gas Analyser

The K1550 range of analysers are ideal for measuring % levels of one gas in a binary or pseudo-binary mixture. For example, air is composed of many gases but in known, fixed ratios, therefore hydrogen in air is a pseudo-binary mixture and can be measured with a K1550 hydrogen analyser.

Hydrogen analysis is well suited to this technique due to the high thermal conductivity of hydrogen.  Percentage levels of hydrogen cannot be measured by a convenient dedicated sensor and so Hitech katharometers provide a cost effective analysis solution.

For hazardous area applications use the K1550FX. The sensor is mounted remotely in the hazardous area and connected through an MTL barrier to the electronics unit in a safe area.  Alternatively, the electronics unit can be supplied in an EExd enclosure with remote keypad for non-intrusive calibration for full hazardous area use.

Acompensation input is available as an option,either fixed or variable via a 4-20mA input. This extends the capability of the analyser to measure the hydrogen content in more complex mixtures. The KG1550 range also features an integral oxygen sensor.

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Feature

  • Single remote sensor
  • Proven technology from the katharometer experts
  • Hazardous area options
  • Ranges from 0 – 5% upwards
  • Fixed and variable compensation options
  • Non-depleting remote sensor

Applications

  • Syngas analysis
  • Gasification
  • Fuel cell research
  • Furnace atmospheres
  • Reforming gases
  • Hydrogen mixing
  • Power generation

 

Specification

Parameter Specification
Ranges available (Depends on measured/background gas) 0–20%, 80–100%, 0–100% for most gases; 0–5% for most hydrogen ranges. Consult Hitech for gas type and range.
Stability <1% f.s.d./month
Accuracy ±2% f.s.d. depending upon span and gas
Repeatability <1% f.s.d.
Speed of response T90: 20 seconds (typ.)
Sample flow 100–300 ml/min for optimum performance
Sample pressure Nominally atmospheric, set by vent pressure
Sample connections Inlet and outlet: Captive seal compression suitable for 0.25 inch (6 mm) o.d. tube
Display LCD 2 or 4 lines of alphanumeric characters
Analogue output 4–20 mA (User-programmable)
Outputs (alarm) Two alarms: each user-configurable to OFF, HIGH, or LOW
Relay outputs Rated at 30 V ac or dc, 0.5 A, normally energized
Ambient operating temperature range Sensor: –10°C to 40°C; Electronics: 0°C to 40°C (0–90% R.H. non-condensing)
Storage temperature range –5°C to +55°C (0–90% R.H. non-condensing)
Supply Voltage 110/120 V or 220/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption 12 VA
Mounting Electronics unit: Panel mounting with two clamps; Remote sensor unit: Wall/bulkhead (optional)