XTC601 User’s Manual
Michell Instruments
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OPERATION
1.2
Applications
The XTC601 binary gas analyzer is designed for use in process environments.
A sample system may be required to ensure that a clean, dry gas with no particles
or oil-mist is delivered to the XTC601. This will ensure the sensor is not damaged or
contaminated by the process. Michell Instruments is able to supply a quotation for such
a system.
Examples of applications include:
•
H
2
generator cooling systems (Power Generation)
•
H
2
in heat treatment furnaces (Metals)
•
CO
2
in fermentation process (Food)
•
CO
2
in biogas
•
Ethylene Oxide sterilization process (Food)
•
H
2
in blast furnace top gas (Steel)
•
H
2
in hydrocarbons (Petrochemical)
•
He recovery (Industrial Gas)
1.3
O-Ring Selection
The XTC601 has only one elastomeric seal in the gas path. There are 3 types of O-rings
available to offer greater flexibility with material compatibility. The Viton O-ring is fitted
as standard. The Ekraz O-ring is available for solvent resistance. For extremely low
temperatures there is a closed cell Silicone O-ring.
To comply with Hazardous Area certification, the material used in the EX1 version is
dependent on the lowest ambient temperature of the area the units are to be installed in:
Ambient temperature range for transport and storage:
-40°C to +60°C (-40°F to +140°F) (for Silicone O-ring)
-15°C to +60°C (+5°F to +140°F) (for Viton O-ring) – Standard
-10°C to +60°C (+14°F to +140°F) (for Ekraz O-ring)
NOTE: The silicone O-ring cannot be selected for samples containing > 21% 0
2
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