FlameSpec-IR3 CO2L flame detector
The FlameSpec IR3 will detect fires and explosions extremely quickly, thereby allowing mitigation steps to be initiated more rapidly to limit event escalation.
Introduction
The FlameSpec-IR3 CO2L flame detector has been optimized to provide a fast, robust detection of a wide range of heavy hydrocarbon fires, where combustion exhaust gases may be present, and standard IR3 detectors might false alarm.
Typical applications include:
- Aircraft hangars
- Hardened aircraft shelters
- Helipads (Onshore, Offshore, Hospitals)
- Areas with high vehicle activity:
- Waste recycling facilities
- Road / Rail tanker loading racks
Key Benefits
- Highest levels of false alarm immunity.
- Detects up to 262 ft. (80m) for a 1 ft2 (0.1m2) n-heptane pan fire.
- Hydrocarbon flame detection. Three wavelengths, in the infrared spectral range of 4.0 to 5.0 µm, with clear separation.
- Each sensor has the same field of view to further improve false alarm immunity.
- Ultra-fast detection mode – detection within 40 milliseconds for fireballs or explosions.
- Fast flame detection,
- 5 selectable sensitivity levels
- Universal outputs, 3 and 4 wire, 4-20 mA sink / source, Fire, Auxiliary and Fault Relays. RS485 port using Modbus RTU.
- Event logger – alarms & faults are logged to non-volatile memory.
- Built-in-Test (BIT) – Automatic and manual self-test of window cleanliness and overall detector operation.
- Dirty optics warning for preventive maintenance needs.
- HART® 7, as standard. Enhanced configuration & maintenance.
- Window heater to avoid condensation and icing.
- SIL 2 compliant - suitable for use as part of a SIL 2 compliant safety system
- Stainless steel tilt mount provides horizontal and vertical adjustment.
- SIL 2 compliant - suitable for use as part of a SIL 2 compliant safety system.
Fuel
Size
Sensitivity
Distance ft. (m)
Avrg Resp. Time (s)
n-Heptane
1 x 1 ft.
Extreme
262 (80)
4.6
n-Heptane
1 x 1 ft.
High
197 (60)
3.7
n-Heptane
1 x 1 ft.
Medium
98 (30)
1.1
n-Heptane
1 x 1 ft.
Low
49 (15)
1.4
n-Heptane
1 x 1 ft.
Very Low
24.5 (7.5)
1.1
Gasoline
2 x 2 ft.
Extreme
230 (70)
3.6
Gasoline
1 x 1 ft.
Medium
98 (30)
1.5
Diesel
1 x 1 ft.
Extreme
164 (50)
3.6
Diesel
1 x 1 ft.
Medium
79 (24)
3.2
JP5
2 x 2 ft.
Extreme
292 (80)
11.0
JP5
1 x 1 ft.
Extreme
164 (50)
3.6
JP5
1 x 1 ft.
High
148 (45)
3.5
JP5
2 x 2 ft.
Medium
148 (45)
3.5
JP5
1 x 1 ft.
Medium
82 (25)
1.5
JP5
1 x 1 ft.
Low
39 (12)
1.5
JP5
1 x 1 ft.
Very Low
20 (6)
1.3
Kerosene
1 x 1 ft.
Extreme
164 (50)
3.8
Kerosene
1 x 1 ft.
Medium
82 (25)
1.6
Polypropylene
1 x 1 ft.
Extreme
115 (35)
3.3
Polypropylene
1 x 1 ft.
Medium
66 (20)
2.1
Isopropanol (IPA)
1 x 1 ft.
Extreme
180 (55)
2.8
Isopropanol (IPA)
1 x 1 ft.
Medium
75 (23)
1.2
Wood
1 x 1 ft.
Extreme
131 (40)
5.5
Wood
1 x 1 ft.
Medium
66 (20)
1.2
False Alarm Source
Modulated
Distance ft. (m)
Response
Unmodulated
Distance ft. (m)
Response
Sunlight, (direct or reflected)
No response
No response
Sunlight, (direct or reflected) with water droplets on sensors
No response
No response
Incandescent frosted glass light, 300W
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
Fluorescent, 70W (3x23.3W)
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
Electric arc
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
Arc welding
12.0 (3.5)
No Alarm
12.0 (3.5)
No Alarm
Radiation heater, 1850W
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
Radiation heater, 1850W with water droplets on sensors
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
Quartz lamp (1000W) shielded
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
Quartz lamp (500W) non-shielded
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
Mercury vapor lamp 160Wx3
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
Car Exhausts
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
Projector led
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
Solenoid bell
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
Soldering iron
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
Electric Drill
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
2.0 (0.5)
No Alarm
FIRE DETECTION
Detection time and distance
40ms for fast fire burst or explosion
1.1s for 1 ft2 (0.1m2) n-heptane pan fire at 0–100 ft. (0–30m)
4.6s for 1 ft2 (0.1m2) n-heptane pan fire at 100–262 ft. (30–80m)
1.1s for 1 ft2 (0.1m2) n-heptane pan fire at 0–100 ft. (0–30m)
4.6s for 1 ft2 (0.1m2) n-heptane pan fire at 100–262 ft. (30–80m)
Sensitivity range
5 sensitivity ranges: Extreme, High, Medium, Low, Very Low
Field of view (IR detection)
90° Horizontal, 75° Vertical
Time Delay
Configurable 0-30 seconds
Built in Test
Automatic and Manual
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Operating Voltage
24 VDC nominal (18-32 VDC)
Current Consumption
Standby: 120mA
180mA all systems in operation (including window heater)
180mA all systems in operation (including window heater)
Electrical Entries
2x cable and conduit entries 3/4" NPT(F) or M25x1.5
Wiring
12-20AWG (2.5–0.35mm2)
OUTPUTS
Relays
SPST volt-free contacts rated 2A at 30 VDC
3 relays: Alarm & Auxiliary – normally open; Fault – normally closed
3 relays: Alarm & Auxiliary – normally open; Fault – normally closed
0-20mA (stepped) current output
3 wire and 4 wire (isolated) configurations (sink and source)
HART® rev 7.0
HART® rev 7.0
Indication
Tri-color LED (Green, Yellow, Red)
Modbus
RTU compatible on RS-485
MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Size
5.51 x 3.54 x 3.54″ (140x90x90mm)
Weight
Detector (Stainless Steel 316): 6.6 lbs. (3.0 kg)
Tilt mount (Stainless Steel 316): 3.3 lbs. (1.5 kg)
Tilt mount (Stainless Steel 316): 3.3 lbs. (1.5 kg)
ENVIROMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS
Temperature Range
Operating: -67°F to +185°F (-55°C to +85°C)
Storage: -67°F to +185°F (-55°C to +85°C)
Storage: -67°F to +185°F (-55°C to +85°C)
Humidity
Up to 99% (RH), non-condensing
Ingress Protection
IP66 & 68 (2m, 24hr); NEMA 4X & 6P
APPROVALS
ATEX
ATEX: II 2 G D
Ex db IIC T5 Gb or Ex db eb IIC T5 Gb and Ex tb IIIC T95°C Db -55°C<Ta<75°C
Ex db IIC T4 Gb or Ex db eb IIC T4 Gb and Ex tb IIIC T105°C Db -55°C<Ta<85°C
Ex db IIC T5 Gb or Ex db eb IIC T5 Gb and Ex tb IIIC T95°C Db -55°C<Ta<75°C
Ex db IIC T4 Gb or Ex db eb IIC T4 Gb and Ex tb IIIC T105°C Db -55°C<Ta<85°C
IECEx & PESO
Ex db IIC T5 Gb -50°C≤Ta≤75°C
Ex db IIC T4 Gb -50°C≤Ta≤85°C
Ex db IIC T4 Gb -50°C≤Ta≤85°C
FMus & FMc
Class I, Div. 1, Groups B, C & D; T4
Class I, Zone 1, AEx/Ex db IIC T4 Gb
T4 -50°C≤Ta≤85°C
T5 -50°C≤Ta≤75°C
Class I, Zone 1, AEx/Ex db IIC T4 Gb
T4 -50°C≤Ta≤85°C
T5 -50°C≤Ta≤75°C
EAC CU TR
1Ex d IIC T5 Gb or 1Ex de IIC T5 Gb and Ex tb IIIC T95°C Db -55°C≤Ta≤75°C
1Ex d IIC T4 Gb or 1Ex de IIC T4 Gb and Ex tb IIIC T105°C Db -55°C≤Ta≤85°C
1Ex d IIC T4 Gb or 1Ex de IIC T4 Gb and Ex tb IIIC T105°C Db -55°C≤Ta≤85°C
Performance
ANSI FM 3260
EN 54-10
EN 54-10
Functional safety
Complies to SIL2, per IEC 61508
ACCESSORIES
Stainless steel weather cover, model FLS-WCO-S01
Flame simulator, model FLS-FSIM-IR3-KIT
2" & 3" pole mount adapter, model FLS-PMA-S23
Airshield for areas with high airborne contamination, model FLS-ASD-S01
WARRANTY
5 years
