Sign up for our latest offers
Newsletter
By submitting your details you consent to their use in accordance with our Privacy Notice
+44 330 088 0595
[email protected]
Please email / call for availability
Product Features
- Fast detection under five seconds
- Proven false alarm immunity
- Unparalled reliability - 150,000 hours MTBF
- SIL3 compatible
- Innovative UV and IR Built-In-Test - continuously validating the optical integrity and the electronic circuitry
Delivery options
At Cadmus Products, we prioritise efficient order delivery and offer competitive shipping rates worldwide. Our streamlined process ensures clarity and reliability for all your shipping requirements.
- We handle consignments of various sizes across the UK and globally, primarily using DHL, but may select other couriers for specific needs.
- For online laboratory product purchases, shipping costs are displayed at checkout. For quoted items, shipping prices will be included in your email quote.
- Please visit our shipping and delivery page for more information here.
Spectrex SharpEye 40/40C-L4B UV/IR Flame Detector
The SharpEye 40/40C-L4B, a dual spectrum UV/IR flame detector, provides fast detection of hydrocarbon-based fuel and gas fires in under five seconds.
The Spectrex SharpEye 40/40C-L4B UV/IR flame detector is capable of detection Hydrocarbon fuel and gas flames only and responds in typically under 5 seconds. The detector work with an integrated UV and optical IR sensor in the 4.5 micron band for hydrocarbon flame detection only. This allows for a higher false alarm immunity and greater detection capabilities than other regular UV/IR models on the market. With this proven record of false alarm immunity these Spectrex next generation 40/40-C-L4B flame detectors keep a SharpEye on your Safety!
Features and Benefits
Integrating UV and IR optical sensors for detection of hydrocarbon-based fuel and gas fires.
• Fast detection under five seconds
• Proven false alarm immunity
• Unparalled reliability - 150,000 hours MTBF
• Wide temperature range: -40 to +185 °F (-40 to +75 °C)
• Worldwide and regionally certified for hazardous areas
• Performance and reliability approved by recognable certification bodies
• SIL3 compatible
• Enhanced durability backed up by with three-year warranty
• Smart field of view integrity test, allowing flawless operation
• Innovative UV and IR Built-In-Test - continuously validating the optical integrity and the electronic circuitry
• Multiple output options for maximum compatibility with standard infrastructures
• Plug-and-Play - factory calibrated for immediate use in any fire detection system
• Universal wiring option for fast ordering process
• Three sensitivity levels, adapting to any application
• Two mode heated optics for impeccable performance in challenging environmental conditions
• Internal log event recorder to analyze past events
Table 1: Detection Ranges
At the highest sensitivity setting for 1 ft.² (0.1 m²) pan fire
| Fuel | 40/40C-L4B |
| Gasoline | 93 ft. (28 m) |
| N-Heptane | 93 ft. (28 m) |
| Diesel fuel | 70 ft. (21 m) |
| Kerosene | 70 ft. (21 m) |
| Alcohol 95% | 57 ft. (17 m) |
| Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) | 70 ft. (21 m) |
| Methanol | 57 ft. (17 m) |
| Methane | 60 ft. (18 m) |
| Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) | 60 ft. (18 m) |
| Polypropylene | 60 ft. (18 m) |
| Paper | 33 ft. (10 m) |
| Hydrogen(1) | N/A |
| Magnesium alloy(2) | 33 ft. (10 m) |
| Gunpowder(3) | 91.9 ft. (28 m) |
| Fireworks | 9.8 ft. (3 m) |
| Cooking oil | 70 ft. (21 m) |
| Mineral oil: 20W-50 | 70 ft. (21 m) |
| Wood | 33 ft. (10 m) |
| Ethylene glycol | 23 ft. (7 m) |
| Butyl acrylate | 70 ft. (21 m) |
| Vinyl acetate | 70 ft. (21 m) |
| Flammable adhesive | 70 ft. (21 m) |
| Solvents | 70 ft. (21 m) |
| Oil paint | 70 ft. (21 m) |
| Jet fuel JP5 | 70 ft. (21 m) |
| Jet fuel A1 | 70 ft. (21 m) |
| Battery(4) | 75 ft. (23 m) |
(1) 30 in. (0.75 m) high, 10 in. (0.25 m) wide plume fire.
(2) Contact Spectrex representative for guidance on detecting magnesium alloy.
(3) 1.5 in. x 1.5 in. (3.8 cm x 3.8 cm) wide, 4 in. (10 cm) tall.
(4) One Lithium-ion battery cell. Height: 2.6 in. (65 mm). Diameter: 0.72 in. (18.4 mm).
Table 2: General Specifications
| 40/40C-L4B | |
| Spectral response | Ultraviolet: 0.185 to 0.260 μm Infrared: 4.3 to 4.8 μm |
| Field of view | Horizontal: 100° Vertical: 95° |
| Coverage area (m³) | 474,912 ft. (13,448 m)(1) |
| Coverage area (m²) | 6,598 ft. (613 m)(1) |
| Sensitivity ranges | Two sensitivity ranges |
| Detection response time | Standard response: Typically < 5 seconds |
| Temperature range | Operating: –40 to +167 °F (–40 to +75 °C) Storage: –40 to +167 °F (–40 to +75 °C) |
| Humidity |
Non-condensing relative humidity up to 100% |
(1) Gasoline and N-Heptane fuels.
Table 3: Electrical Specifications
| Operating voltage | 24 Vdc nominal (18 to 32 Vdc) |
| Cable entries | 2 x ¾–in.–14 NPT conduits or 2 x M25 x 1.5 mm ISO |
| Electrical input protection | According to EN 50130 |
| Electromagnetic compatibility | EMI/RFI protected to EN61000-6-3 and EN 50130 |
| Electrical interface | The detector includes 17 terminals and one wiring option |
Table 4: Typical Power Consumption (24 Vdc)
| Mode | 40/40C-L4B |
| Normal power consumption without a heater |
90 mA, 2.2 W |
| Normal power consumption without a heater, with an alarm |
120 mA, 2.9 W |
| Standard power mode heater with alarm | 320 mA, 7.7 W |
Table 5: Outputs
| Relays | Alarm, fault, and auxiliary SPDT volt-free contacts rated 2 A at 30 Vdc |
| Analog output default(1) | Analog port malfunction: 0 V (< 0.5 V) Normal: 2 V ± 0.3 V Alarm/explosion: 5 V ± 0.3 V |
| 0–20 mA (stepped) default(1) | Fault: 0 ± 1 mA Built-in test (BIT) fault: 2 mA ± 0.3 mA Normal: 4 mA ± 0.3 mA Warning: 16 mA ± 0.3 mA Alarm: 20 mA ± 0.3 mA |
| HART® protocol | HART communication on the 0–20 analog current (Frequency-Shift Keying [FSK]) used for maintenance, configuration changes, and asset management, available in mA source output wiring options |
| RS-485 | RS-485 Modbus® -compatible communication link that can be used in computercontrolled installations |
(1) This output is configurable.
Table 6: Mechanical Specifications
| Enclosure options | Heavy-duty copper-free aluminum (less than 1%), polyurethane painted |
| Mounting | Electropolished stainless steel 316 |
| Dimensions | Detector: 4 x 4.6 x 6.18 in. (100.6 x 117 x 155 mm) |
| Weight | Detector aluminum: 2.8 lb. (1.3 kg) Tilt mount: 2.5 lb. (1.1 kg) |
| Water and dust | IP66 and IP68 per EN60529 NEMA® 250 6P |
You can order the Spectrex 40/40C as separate parts and accessories.
Spectrex 40/40C detector (PN 40/40C-X-64XAXXX).
Model
| Code | Description |
| -I | QuadSense™ triple infrared (IR3) |
| -M | QuadSense triple infrared (IR3) with Hydrogen fire detection |
| -LB | Ultraviolet/infrared (UV/IR) with Hydrogen fire detection |
| -L4B | Ultraviolet/infrared (UV/IR) |
Wiring
| Code | Description |
| -6 | Universal |
Operating temperature range
| Code | Description |
| 4 | –40 to +167 °F (–40 to +75 °C) |
Electrical cable entries
| Code | Description |
| 1 | M25 |
| 2 | ¾–in. NPT |
Enclosure
| Code | Description |
| A | Aluminum polyurethane painted |
Hazardous area approvals
| Code | Description |
| B | INMETRO |
| F | USA and Canada Explosion-Proof(1) |
| C | ATEX/IECEx/UKCA |
| R | EAC CU TR |
(1) Aluminum enclosure: FM, FMC
Tilt mount
| Code | Description |
| Y | Including tilt mount stainless steel 316 |
| N | Without tilt mount |
Protective cover
| Code | Description |
| 7 | ABS plastic |
| 8 | Stainless steel 316 |
Accessories
| Part Number | Description |
| FS-1100 | Flame simulator (ex-proof) compatible with 40/40C-I model |
| FS-1200 | Flame simulator (ex-proof) compatible with 40/40C-LB and 40/40C-L4B models |
| FS-1400 | Flame simulator (ex-proof) compatible with 40/40C-M model |
| 877090 | Tilt mount |
| 877670 | Flame detector duct mount assembly |
| 789260-2 | Flame detector pole mount assembly, 2 in. |
| 789260-1 | Flame detector pole mount assembly, 3 in. |
| 789260-3 | Flame detector pole mount assembly, 4 in. |
| 794079 | USB RS-485 harness kit |
| 877650 | Flame detector air shield assembly |
| 877263 | Protective cover (Plastic) |
| 877163 | Protective cover (Stainless steel) |
| 877563 | Field of view limiter |
Write Your Own Review