IRwin® Leak Detector

Methane Leak Detector

IRwin® Methane Leak Detector is an innovative, portable natural gas detector for easy gas pipe survey and gas leak detection. This infrared leak detector is developed to comply with many national regulations and work procedures. The unit features a four gas meter, LEL meter, and combustible gas indicator for increased safety.

The integrated proprietary infrared sensor system (patents pending) integrated in the IRwin methane leak detector has a fast reaction and short recovery time. The system prevents false leak alarms during natural gas leak detection and ensures correct and fast leak evaluation. The specially developed Gas Chromatograph (GC) and IR-sensor combination allows fast distinction between swamp gas and natural gas. The IRwin GC gives fast test results, even at low ethane concentrations, from 1000 ppm methane leaks. IRwin is able to measure methane according to the traditional operating modes required by DVGW G 465-4, such as “Inspection above-ground” and “Measuring bar holes.” For simplified use, the instrument also features a Universal Mode that combines most of the modes available into one. The range is from 1 ppm to 100 Vol. %. The Ex-certified models can also measure in the range 1-100 %LEL methane.

IRwin SX-models are certified for use in Zone 0 and US counterpart Class I Division 1. 
Rating is: Ex ia IIC T3, EPL Ga. Additional marking:  II 1G for ATEX and Intrinsically Safe Class I, Division 1, Groups B, C and D, T3, for the US.

IRwin Methane Leak Detector – together with an innovative probe system specially designed for natural gas leak detection – allows for easy and effective survey of gas pipelines.

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The Advanced System for Natural Gas Pipeline Surveys

Remarkably Fast Ethane Analysis

Advantages

• Distinction between natural gas and marsh gas with GC and IR-sensor
• No false alarms, high sensitivity, quick reaction and short recovery time thanks to the integrated proprietary IR-sensor system
• Weatherproof IP54
• Measurements possible even in tough environments thanks to its robust housing
• Pinpointing leaks with a minimum of bar holes
• Integrated GPS chip allows reliable location tracking
• Wireless communication system for easy data transfer
• Light and easy to move around for maximum ergonomics
• Modular, light and innovative accessories
• Fast charging – 1 h gives 4 h operation

Typical Applications

• Natural gas pipelines survey
• Emergency situations
• Landfill emission monitoring
• Biogas and wastewater treatment plant leak and emission monitoring

Part Numbers

IRwin S
580-000	IRwin S – Methane, Carbon dioxide, Ethane* (*For swamp gas analysis only)
580-712	IRwin Accessories Kit
580-240	IRwin Compact Kit
IRwin SX
580-010	IRwin SX – Methane, Carbon dioxide, Ethane*, Propane**, Buthane**  (*For swamp gas analysis only, **Replaces Methane through settings in Ex-mode)
580-712	IRwin Accessories Kit
580-240	IRwin Compact Kit
IRwin SXG
580-020	IRwin SXG – Methane, Carbon dioxide, Ethane, Propane, Butane
580-712	IRwin Accessories Kit
580-240	IRwin Compact Kit
IRwin SXGT
580-030	IRwin SXGT – Methane, Carbon dioxide, Ethane, Propane, Butane, Oxygen, Hydrogen Sulfide, Carbon monoxide
580-712	IRwin Accessories Kit
580-240	IRwin Compact Kit
IRwin SXT
580-015	IRwin SXT – Methane, Carbon dioxide, Oxygen, Hydrogen Sulfide, Carbon monoxide, Ethane*, Propane**, Buthane**  (*For swamp gas analysis only, **Replaces Methane through settings in Ex-mode)
580-712	IRwin Accessories Kit
580-240	IRwin Compact Kit

Brochures & Data Sheets

IRwin® Methane Leak Detector

IRwin® FOR LANDFILL SURFACE EMISSION MONITORING (SEM)

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