Brand:Honeywell DCS Item No.:2108N4000N Product Origin:USA Product Dimensions:380 × 85 × 250 mm Product Weight:1.6 kg Payment:T/T, Western Union, Credit Card Goods_stock:15 Shipping Port:Xiamen, China Lead Time:1-3 Days Condition:Brand New And Original Warranty:1 Year Certificate:COO
The Honeywell 2108N4000N Infrared Gas Detector is intended for fixed industrial gas monitoring, providing continuous detection of suitable gas hazards around process and production equipment. In facilities handling combustible or hazardous gases, fixed detection systems provide an important layer of protection by identifying abnormal atmospheric conditions before they develop into more serious incidents.
Infrared gas detection is based on the optical absorption characteristics of gases. The detector observes changes in infrared radiation associated with the target gas and converts that information into a gas-detection signal.
The quality of a gas detection installation depends on more than the detector itself. Correct placement is critical. A detector installed too far from a potential release point, in an unsuitable airflow pattern, or in a location where the gas cannot accumulate may provide less effective coverage.
For this reason, the 2108N4000N should be considered as one component of a complete gas detection strategy. The detector location, electrical connections, alarm logic, control system, maintenance schedule, and emergency-response procedures should all work together.
When replacing an existing unit, maintenance personnel should record the original installation arrangement before removal. The replacement detector should then be checked for model compatibility, wiring, configuration, and physical mounting requirements. Following installation, functional testing should verify that both the detector and the receiving system respond correctly.
Technical Specifications
Parameter
Specification
Brand
Honeywell
Model
2108N4000N
Product Type
Infrared Gas Detector
Detection Technology
Infrared
Application
Fixed Industrial Gas Monitoring
Primary Function
Continuous Gas Detection
Typical Environment
Industrial Process and Hazardous Areas
Typical System Integration
Gas Detection and Alarm Systems
Dimensions
380 × 85 × 250 mm
Weight
1.60 kg (3.53 lb)
The Honeywell 2108N4000N has specified dimensions of 380 × 85 × 250 mm and weighs 1.60 kg (3.53 lb).
The physical installation should allow sufficient access for inspection, functional testing, cleaning, and maintenance. Detector positioning should be based on the characteristics of the target gas and the actual process environment rather than physical convenience alone.
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For a replacement project, the complete 2108N4000N model designation should be verified against the existing installation. Target gas, sensing technology, electrical interface, alarm requirements, environmental conditions, and system compatibility all need to be confirmed before commissioning.
Applications
The Honeywell 2108N4000N Infrared Gas Detector is a fixed gas-monitoring instrument intended for industrial environments where continuous detection of hazardous gas conditions is required. Its infrared sensing technology provides a non-contact detection method that can be incorporated into a plant-wide gas detection and safety architecture.
It is suitable for applications where process equipment, storage systems, or enclosed operating areas present a potential gas-release risk.
Common applications include:
Oil and gas processing facilities
Refineries and petrochemical plants
Chemical processing units
Gas treatment and compression facilities
Tank farms and storage areas
Power-generation installations
Industrial process plants
Compressor stations
Pumping facilities
Fixed gas detection networks
The detector can be positioned at strategically selected points around potential leak sources and connected to an appropriate monitoring or alarm system. Proper placement is essential because airflow, ventilation, gas density, and process layout all influence detection performance.
Advantages
The 2108N4000N is designed for fixed industrial gas detection where continuous atmospheric monitoring is an important part of operational safety. Its infrared sensing architecture provides several advantages for suitable gas-monitoring applications.
Infrared Detection Method
The detector uses infrared optical measurement rather than relying on a catalytic sensing reaction. This makes the technology suitable for applications where infrared detection is preferred for the target gas and operating environment.
Continuous Monitoring
A permanently installed detector can monitor the surrounding atmosphere continuously, allowing abnormal gas conditions to be identified without depending on periodic manual inspection.
Suitable for Process Areas
The detector can be deployed around equipment such as piping, compressors, pumps, valves, storage systems, and other locations where gas releases may occur.
Integration into Safety Systems
Gas detection outputs can be incorporated into suitable alarm, control, ventilation, or emergency-response systems according to the facility's safety design.
Industrial Enclosure Format
The 380 × 85 × 250 mm physical format provides a robust fixed-installation configuration for industrial instrumentation environments.
Convenient Maintenance Weight
At 1.60 kg (3.53 lb), the detector is manageable for planned replacement and inspection work while maintaining a substantial industrial installation format.
Technical FAQs
1. What is the Honeywell 2108N4000N Infrared Gas Detector designed to do?
It is a fixed infrared gas detection device intended for continuous monitoring of suitable gas hazards in industrial environments.
2. How does infrared gas detection identify gas?
The sensing system evaluates the absorption of infrared radiation by the target gas. Changes in optical absorption are processed to determine the presence or concentration of the monitored gas.
3. What is the difference between infrared and catalytic gas detection?
Infrared detectors use optical absorption, while catalytic sensors use a chemical oxidation process. The two technologies have different application characteristics and environmental considerations.
4. How should the detector location be selected?
Placement should account for potential leak sources, target-gas density, ventilation, airflow patterns, equipment arrangement, and the expected behavior of the gas. A formal gas-detection assessment should determine the final position.
5. What can produce an unstable detector output?
Possible causes include contamination of the optical path, unstable power, wiring problems, environmental interference, incorrect configuration, calibration issues, or operation outside the specified environmental range.
6. What should be investigated when a gas alarm occurs?
The alarm should be treated seriously and handled according to the site's emergency procedures. Once the area is made safe, technicians can investigate detector status, environmental conditions, calibration, and system signals to distinguish an actual gas event from an instrumentation problem.
7. Why is optical cleanliness important for an infrared detector?
Contamination can interfere with the infrared optical path and potentially affect measurement quality. Inspection and cleaning should be performed according to the applicable maintenance procedure.
8. Can the detector provide signals to a centralized gas monitoring system?
A compatible detector installation can be integrated with a suitable gas detection controller or plant safety architecture. The specific electrical interface and system configuration must be verified before installation.
9. What should be checked before replacing an existing detector?
Verify the complete model number, target gas configuration, mounting arrangement, electrical connections, system interface, alarm configuration, and calibration requirements.
10. What tests are appropriate after installing a replacement detector?
Mechanical installation, wiring, detector status, signal transmission, alarm functionality, and required gas-response testing should be verified before the detector is returned to normal service.
