October 3, 2018 — United Electric Controls, a producer of safety, alarm and shutdown technology, has expanded the capabilities of its Vanguard WirelessHART gas detector. Highlights include an expanded temperature operating range, enhanced stability across temperature ranges, improved handling of WirelessHART commands, and capability for interchangeable sensors.
The Vanguard Gas Detector interfaces with existing networks to provide continuous detection of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) and methane (CH4) gases, which are among the most widely produced and most dangerous industrial gases. Among the highlights of the latest upgrade are expanded temperature range and capability for interchangeable sensors.
- With ambient operating temperatures from -40°C to 65°C, Vanguard sensors now are suitable for extreme temperature ranges in areas such as India and Alaska.
- Minimal zero shift with changing ambient temperature reduces the chance of false alarms and provides connection to the gateway.
- FlexSense firmware will accept new sensors to measure additional gases without changing the base unit.
Updated WirelessHART commands allow connectivity to networks and commissioning of a gas detection system.
Additional upgrades include improvements in span repeatability over temperature, sensor stabilization time, and installation. United Electric Controls’ Vanguard Gas Detector Version 1.1 is available for immediate shipping.
