Detcon IR-542 - Manual (Page 6)

3.2 A PPLICATION
Model IR-540/IR-541/IR-542 MicroSafe™ sensors are designed to detect and monitor CO2 gas in ambient air.
Minimum sensitivity and scale resolution is 0.01%. Operating temperature range is -40° F. to +175° F. While the sensor
is capable of operating outside these temperatures, performance specifications are verified within the limit.
3.2.1 Sensor Placement/Mounting
Sensor location should be reviewed by facility engineering and safety personnel.
3.3 S PECIFICATIONS
Method of Detection
NDIR Optical
Electrical Classification
Class I; Groups B, C, D; Div. 1.
Detcon Model IR-540/IR-542 Carbon Dioxide Sensor PG.6
Functional
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Functional
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4-20 mA Out
Power In
Pre-Amp Display
4-20mA
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I/O Circuit
Protection
Temperature
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