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Product Features
- Ultra-fast detection under 20 msec
- Lithium Ion single cell fire performance approval
- MTBF of over 150.000 hours
- Sil 3 compatible
- Internal log/event recorder
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Spectrex™ SharpEye 40/40D-L4B Ultra Fast UV/IR Flame Detector
The Ultra Fast Spectrex SharpEye 40/40D-L4B UV/IR flame detector for detection of hydrocarbon flames in the 4.5 micron band is part of the Next generation SharpEye 40/40 series.
The Ultra Fast Spectrex SharpEye 40/40D is a UV/IR flame detector that responds to flash fires in under 20 msec. The units works 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 compared to other regular UV/IR models on the market and with this proven record of false alarm immunity this detector keeps a SharpEye on your Safety!
Features and Benefits
Integrating UV and IR optical sensors for detection of hydrocarbon-based fuel and gas fires.
• 20 msec Ultra Fast detection
• Proven false alarm immunity
• Unparalled reliability - 150,000 hours MTBF
• Best in class temperature range: -76 to +185 °F (-60 to +85 °C)
• Worldwide and regionally certified for hazardous areas
• Performance and reliability approved by recognable certification bodies
• SIL3 compatible
• Enhanced durability backed up by with five-year warranty
• Smart field of view integrity test, allowing flawless operation
• Innovative UV & IR Built-In-Test - continiously 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 | 40/40D-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) | 93 ft. (28 m) |
| Fireworks | 10 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) |
| Acetylene | 60 ft. (18 m) |
| Ammonia fire(5) | 17.5 ft. (5 m) |
| Silane fire(6) | N/A |
(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).
(5) Available for Spectrex 40/40D-M, 40/40D-LB, and 40/40D-L4B only.
(6) Available for Spectrex40/40D-LB only
Table 2: General Specifications
| 40/40D-L4B | |
| Spectral response | Ultraviolet: 0.185 to 0.260 μm Infrared: 4.3 to 4.8 μm |
| Detection response time | ■ Standard response: Typically 5 s at 93 ft. (28 m) ■ Ultra-fast response: 20 ms for flash fire pan fire from 10 ft. (3 m) distance via analog voltage output ■ High-speed response (explosion): 50 ms for 1 ft. (0.3 m) diameter sphere LPG with air mixture explosion at 32.8 ft. (10 m) distance via analog voltage output |
| Sensitivity ranges | Three sensitivity ranges |
| Field of view | Horizontal: 100° Vertical: 95° |
| Coverage area (m³) | 471,663 ft. (13,356 m)(1) |
| Coverage area (m²) | 6,900 ft. (641 m)(1) |
| Temperature range | Operating: –76 to +185 °F (–60 to +85 °C) Storage: –76 to +185 °F (–60 to +85 °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 | 40/40D-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 |
| Low power mode heater with alarm | 180 mA, 4.3 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 | Electropolished stainless steel 316 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 stainless steel: 6.3 lb. (2.9 kg) Detector aluminum: 2.8 lb. (1.3 kg) Tilt mount: 2.5 lb. (1.1 kg) |
| Environmental standards | DNV 2-4 |
| Water and dust | IP66 and IP68 per EN60529 NEMA® 250 6P |
You can order the Spectrex 40/40D as separate parts and accessories.
Spectrex 40/40D detector (PN 40/40D-X-63XXXXX).
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 |
| 3 | –76 to +185 °F (–60 to +85 °C) |
Electrical cable entries
| Code | Description |
| 1 | M25 |
| 2 | ¾–in. NPT |
Enclosure
| Code | Description |
| S | Stainless steel 316 |
| 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; Stainless steel enclosure: FM, FMC, CSA US/C
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 |
Special option (optional)
| Code | Description |
| H | Enhanced hot CO2 discrimination |
Note
Available for Spectrex 40/40D-I only.
Accessories
| Part Number | Description |
| FS-1100 | Flame simulator (ex-proof) compatible with 40/40D-I model |
| FS-1200 | Flame simulator (ex-proof) compatible with 40/40D-LB and 40/40D-L4B models |
| FS-1400 | Flame simulator (ex-proof) compatible with 40/40D-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 |
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