Fire Sentry FS24X Flame Detectors

Multi-Spectrum QuadBand
Triple IR Flame Detectors
 Fire Sentry FS24X
Detectors

Features
•  Patented* WideBand IR™ technology Fire Sentry FS24X is a quantum leap in
•  Patented* Electronic Frequency Analysis™
• Visible sensor for optimum false alarm rejection flame detection with its sophisticated
software and detection technology.
•  Selectable detection sensitivities
•  Field-of-View: 110° cone-of-vision
(90° cone-of-vision model also available)
•  Dual microprocessors for reliable performance
•  Real-time clock for accurate time dating of events
•  FirePic™ — pre-fire event data storage
•  Event log with date and time stamp
•  RS-485 ModBus communication
•  Non-Isolated 4-20 mA Analog output (sink or source)
• Alarm, Fault and Fire Verification relays
•  Automatic optical path and electronic self-test
•  Patented* Electronics Module for components
protection with easy plug-in terminations and
field installation
•  Two ¾" NPT conduit entries
•  Low power consumption
•  High RFI and EMI immunity
•  FM, ATEX, CE mark approvals
•  CU-TR approved
•  INMETRO approved
•  Meets SIL 2 requirements
•  Certified to EN54-10:2002 (FS24X-9) option
•  FM 3260 Performance

Benefits
• Detects hydrocarbon and non-hydrocarbon fuel
fires in all environmental conditions
• User selectable outputs
• Wide operating temperature range
•  Optimal false alarm rejection The Fire Sentry FS24X is the latest generation while the slave microprocessor handles
•  Minimal maintenance for trouble-free operation high technology Multi-Spectrum Triple IR (IR/ various sensor data, performs
•  PC software and Interface Module (FSIM) for fault IR/IR/Visible) Flame Detector, which is part communications, self-diagnostics and provides
diagnostics, real-time graphics (RTGs), and of our FSX family of advanced technology interface versatility and additional memory for
downloading of FirePics™ and event log Electro-Optical fire detectors. Using our storing Event Log and FirePic™ data.
• Suitable for a wide variety of applications patented* WideBand IR™, WideBand 4.3
• Easy electronics module replacement micron IR™, and Visible detection technology, The Fire Sentry FSX family of detectors
• Test lamps for manual testing the Fire Sentry FS24X is a quantum leap feature our patented* FirePic data storage and
in flame detection. Sophisticated software information retrieval facility. FirePic™ records
Applications algorithms and dual microprocessors ensure pre-fire data, which can be recovered from the
• Refineries and oil production facilities that the Fire Sentry FS24X has the highest Detector’s non-volatile flash memory for post
• Off-shore platforms flame detection performance combined with fire analysis and postulation of the fire cause.
• Turbine/Compressor enclosures optimal false alarm rejection. Additionally, unique Real-Time Graphing
• Oil and gas pipelines and pumping stations (RTG™) allows viewing of the data which
• LNG/LPG loading and unloading facilities The WideBand IR™ Infrared technology the Detector actually sees. A combination
• Natural gas and CNG plants using high-speed solid-state Quantum of outputs makes the Fire Sentry FS24X a
• Ethanol, Methanol, and IPA production and storage sensors allows detection of all types of fires, truly versatile detector for today’s demanding
• Crude oil and gasoline storage and tank farms hydrocarbon and non-hydrocarbon, in all industrial requirements.
• Aircraft hangars weather conditions. If the detector’s signal
• Paint and solvent storage is blocked by ordinary window glass, the The Fire Sentry FS24X detector has a
• Chemical production, storage, and loading facilities patented WideBand IR sensors will still alarm detection range greater than 200 feet (Very
• Power plants to the fire albeit at a reduced sensitivity and High Sensitivity setting) for the detection of a
slower response time. one square-foot Heptane reference fire and
has a cone of vision far greater in volumetric
Dual microprocessors provide a high level coverage than any other Multi-Spectrum IR
of fail-safe operation combined with fast Detector. This means fewer Detectors can be
and reliable performance. The master used as compared to other manufacturers’
*Fire Sentry Corporation Patents microprocessor performs high-speed digital Detectors.
sampling and signal-processing calculations,
Specifications

General Specifications
Field of view FS24X-9: 90° cone of vision, ± 45° from on axis
FS24X-2: 110° cone of vision, ± 55° from on axis
Sensitivity Very high (200 ft.), high (150 ft.), medium (100 ft.) and low (50 ft.) - switch selectable
Response time 3-5 seconds to 1 sq. ft. n-Heptane fire at 30 m (100 ft.)
3-10 seconds to (1 sq. ft. n-Heptane fire at 60 m (200 ft.)
Spectral sensitivity Visible: 400 – 700 nanometres
Near Band IR: 0.7 – 1.1 microns
Wide Band IR: 1.1 – 3.0 microns
Wide Band IR: 3.0 – 5.0 microns
Operating voltage 24 Vdc nominal (18-32 Vdc) - regulated
Power consumption Operating: 56 mA @ 24 Vdc nominal
Alarm: 106 mA @ 24 Vdc nominal
Heater: 155 mA – additional
Note: Heater will turn on at 0ºF (-17ºC)
Output relays Fire Alarm: SPDT (NO / NC) – De-energized/energized, latching/non-latching
Fault: SPST (NO) – De-energized, latching/non-latching
Auxiliary: SPDT (NO / NC) – De-energized/energized, latching/non-latching
Contacts rating: 1 amp @ 24 Vdc
Analog output 0 - 20 mA stepped - source or sink user selectable
Loop resistance 50 - 400 Ohms
Communication One of the following – user selectable:
• RS-485, ModBus Protocol
• RS-485, FireBus II
• HART, Optional plug-in module (not available on EN54-10 units)
Visual indications Green LED: Power
Red LED: Alarm
Yellow LED: Fault
Temperature range Operating: 110° Field of View FS24X: -40ºF to +185ºF (-40ºC to +85ºC); 90° Field of View FS24X: -60°C to +85°C (-76°F to +185°F)
Storage: -67ºF to +230ºF (-55ºC to +110ºC)
Humidity range 5 to 98% relative humidity, non-condensing
Vibration Meets or exceeds MilSpec 810C Method 514.2, Curve AW12
Wiring 14 AWG to 22 AWG; shielded cable recommended
Conduit entries Standard: Two M25 or two ¾" NPT
Enclosure materials Copper-free powder coated aluminum or 316 stainless steel
Enclosure type IP66 and NEMA 4 & 4X
Certifications FM: Class I, Div. 1 & 2, Groups B, C, & D; Class II, Div. 1 & 2, Groups E, F, & G; Class III
ATEX/IECEx: II 2 G Ex db IIC T4 (Ta: -60 to +110°C), T5 (Ta: -60 to +75°C), T6 (Ta: -60 to +60°C), II 2 D Ex tb IIIC T135°C (FS24X-9, 90° Field of View)
II 2 G Ex db IIC T4 (Ta: -40 to +110°C), T5 (Ta: -40 to +75°C), T6 (Ta: -40 to +60°C), II 2 D Ex tb IIIC T135°C (FS24X-2, 110° Field of View)
: Complies with EN6100-6-4 & EN50130-4
INMETRO
CU-TR
SIL Rating: FMEDA available on request

EN54-10: FS24X-9 certified 1175a/02 (LPCB); CPR 0832-CPR-F0516

Shipping weight Aluminum: 1.6 kg (3.6 lbs)
Stainless steel: 3.2 kg (7 lbs)
Mounting Swivel bracket assembly - optional
Warranty Three years from date of shipping

General Dimensions
Side and Back Views
(All Dimensions in Inches)
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