GK-Tools FlashGuard EX - Replacement Propane (R290) Sensor




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Replacement Combustible Gas / Propane (R290) Sensor for GK-TOOLS FlashGuard EX Detector

Original replacement catalytic sensor engineered for continuous detection and monitoring of combustible and explosive gases, specifically Propane (R290), within the GK-TOOLS FlashGuard EX portable detector.

With the transition toward environmentally friendly natural refrigerants (A3 / hydrocarbons), the adoption of propane (R290) is rapidly expanding across refrigerated display cases, heat pumps, and commercial systems. The sensor operates by measuring gas concentration as a percentage of the Lower Explosive Limit (LEL, 2.2% vol for R290).

Catalytic combustion sensors may experience drift over time or degradation due to prolonged exposure to high gas concentrations or catalytic poisons. Periodic replacement with an original component restores instrument response time, measurement accuracy, and operator safety.

Compatibility: GK-TOOLS FlashGuard EX portable multi-gas detector
Technology: High-sensitivity catalytic combustion
Measuring range: 0 – 100% LEL

Main Features

  • Fast and Accurate Catalytic Detection: Continuously monitors flammable gases across the 0 – 100% LEL range with 1% LEL resolution and an accuracy of ≤ ±3% F.S.
  • Broad LEL Refrigerant Compatibility: Factory-calibrated for R290, the sensor supports explosive limit detection for additional flammable gases displayed as LEL-Ex (e.g., R600a, R32, R454B, Methane).
  • Seamless Electronic Integration: Original replacement part optimized for the 32-bit microprocessor platform of the FlashGuard EX.
  • Two-Stage Alarm System Support: Fully interfaces with configurable low and high alarms (Alarm 1 and Alarm 2), triggering visual LED indicators, acoustic alerts (65 dB at 25 cm), and vibration warnings.
  • Span and Zero Calibration Ready: Directly supports menu-guided calibration workflows using target reference gas concentration and the dedicated calibration cup.

Technical Specifications

Parameter Detail / Value
Primary target gas Propane (R290) / Combustible gases (LEL)
Detection principle Catalytic combustion (pellistor)
Standard measuring range 0 – 100% LEL
Resolution 1% LEL
Instrument accuracy ≤ ±3% Full Scale (F.S.)
Warm-up time 90 seconds
Sampling method Diffusion
Operating temperature -20 °C to +50 °C
Operating humidity 10 – 95% RH (non-condensing)
Operating pressure 86 – 106 kPa

 

Installation and Maintenance Notes

Technical warning: Maintenance and component replacement must be carried out by trained technicians in accordance with applicable safety regulations. Avoid contact with silicone compounds or airborne poisons that can permanently deactivate catalytic beads. Following sensor replacement, perform zero calibration in clean air followed by span calibration using appropriate calibration gas at the specified flow rate (200–500 ml/min) before field deployment.

EAN n.d.
Cylinder/Container size Non Applicabile
Package weight 0.3 Kg.
Item number F-AF-SC-EX-SEN-R290
Packaging Cardboard box

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