GasSense NDIR

User Manual

INDEX

INDEX .......................................................................................................... 1

1. OVERVIEW ............................................................................................. 2

2. TECHNICAL DATA ................................................................................ 3

3. SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................. 4

4. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION .................................................................... 5

4.1 Mechanical details ........................................................................... 5
4.2 Piping................................................................................................ 7
4.3 Connections .................................................................................... 7

5. INSTALLATION .................................................................................... 10

6. CALIBRATION PROCEDURE ............................................................. 10

7. MAINTENANCE .................................................................................... 11

8. WARRANTY AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY ................................ 11

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1. OVERVIEW
The GasSense NDIR gas sensor, with integrated transmitter, is an innovative measurement
module for the detection of CO2, CO, N2O, CH4 or related hydrocarbons. The sensor can be
easily integrated as an OEM component into controls, measurement systems and monitoring
instruments.

The sensor uses dual channel Non-Dispersive Infrared Detection (NDIR) and detects the net
increase or decrease of light that occurs at the wavelength where absorption of the detecting
gas takes place. The light intensity is then correlated to gas concentrations.

To ensure a reliable and stable measurement, the module is temperature compensated. The
gas cell has been designed using non-sequential ray tracing techniques in order to ensure the
best compromise between accuracy and sensor dimensions. Additionally, a dedicated rugged
gas sensor cell option is available to minimise corrosive effects in harsh industrial
environments, like biogas applications. The GasSense electronic board features a native
wireless module managed with Ultra Low Power techniques, a fault diagnostics system and a
power module suited to manage charging and energy recovery systems. The GasSense
sensor can be used with a pneumatic pump or can simply work by natural diffusion mode.

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2. TECHNICAL DATA
Detection Method Dual channel Non-Dispersive Infrared (NDIR)

Dimensions Depending on the sensor model (type of gas and range, see §5.1)

Source drive frequency 1 to 2Hz

Data refresh rate 5 to 10 seconds

Response time (t90) 15 to 40s @ 20°C ambient and @ 1 l/min

Warm up time <30s @ 20°C operational, <30 minutes @ 20°C (full spec)

Operating conditions Temperature 0°C to 50°C linear compensated

Humidity 0-95% RH (non-condensing) not compensated

Pressure 800-1150hPa not compensated

Pressure dependency +1.5% reading per kPa deviation from normal pressure of 100kPa

Storage temperature -40°C to 85°C

Analog Output 4-20mA, 0-5V

Analog Input 2 available for third-party devices

Digital I/O 4OUT: Open collector, ground referred, protected; 4 IN: 0-5 V protected up to 24Vdc

On module connector Mating connector

Weidmüller Weidmüller
Power Supply:
SL3.5/2/180G3.2 BL3.5/2

Weidmüller Weidmüller
Analog I/O:
SL3.5/2/180G3.2 BL3.5/6

Weidmüller Weidmüller
Connector type Pump:
SL3.5/2/180G3.2 BL3.5/2

TE Connectivity TE Connectivity
Digital I/O:
215307-5 826656-5

TE Connectivity TE Connectivity
Analog Out (0-5V):
8-215464-6 8-215079-6

Power Supply & UART TE Connectivity TE Connectivity

TTL level (0-5V) (J20): 7-215464-6 7-215079-6

Pipe connections For tube with diameter ø4 / ø2.5mm

Interface connection UART (TTL level 0-5V), baud rate: 9600 (default) - 19200 - 38400

MTBF > 5 years

Power supply 9-24V DC, reverse protected

Power consumption max 90mA @ 9VDC, excluding pump power absorption

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3. SPECIFICATIONS

Zero Full Zero Full Scale

Measurement GasSense
Gas Accuracy** Res. Scale Repeatability Repeatability
Range* Model
(ppm) Res. (ppm) (ppm)

0-1000ppm ±1% FS 1 1% FS ±5 ±10 A-7

0-2000ppm ±1% FS 1 1% FS ±10 ±25 A-8

0-5000ppm ±1% FS 1 2% FS ±10 ±50 A-1

CO2 0-1% ±2% FS 1 2% FS ±25 ±200 A-9

0-5% ±2% FS 1 2% FS ±25 ±250 A-6

0-10% ±2% FS 1 2% FS ±25 ±250 A-2

0-25% ±2% FS 1 1% FS ±50 ±500 A-3

0-100% ±1% FS 1 1% FS ±1000 ±5000 A-4

CO 0-2000ppm ±1% FS 5 1% FS ±10 ±70 B-1

0-2000ppm ±4% FS 5 4% FS ±15 ±100 C-1

CH4 0-100% LEL ±2% FS 15 4% FS ±50 ±500 C-2

0-100% vol. C-3I

±2% FS 500 2% FS ±1000 ±5000
biogas***

0-100% vol. ±2% FS 300 2% FS ±500 ±3000 C-4

HC 0-2000ppm ±4% FS 5 4% FS ±15 ±100 D-1

0-100% LEL ±2% FS 15 4% FS ±50 ±500 D-2

N2O 0-2000ppm ±1% FS 1 1% FS ±10 ±20 F-1

* Other measurement ranges available on request

** Stated accuracy excludes calibration gas tolerance of ± 1%

*** Corrosion-proof sensor cell and housing

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4. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The GasSense combines an electronic circuit board and a measurement gas chamber,
connected to the board with two connectors. The dimensions of the gas chamber vary
depending upon the model and two input and output connectors are provided. The
GasSense is provided with firmware to manage the measuring cycle (gas inlet through
pneumatic pump and gas concentration calculation), temperature compensation and
communication. The working frequency and other parameters can be modified according to
customer requirements. Please contact Euro-Gas for details.

4.1 Mechanical details

The GasSense transmitter board, common to all

models, is 56mm x 48mm wide. Three holes
(shown in black in the drawing below) allow the
board to be secured according to customer
requirements:

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GasSense NDIR sensor dimensions vary depending on the sensor model (appropriate to the
type of gas and range required):

Models: A-1, A-2, A-4, A-6, A-7, A-8, A-9, C-2, D-2

Models: B-1, C-1, D-1, F-1

Model: A-3

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4.2 Piping

The GasSense NDIR sensor has two connections available for pipe connections. The sensor
performs best if the gas flows in a controlled direction inside the gas cell. Looking at the
GasSense sensor from the top, with the WEIDMULLER (orange) connectors positioned at the
bottom, the connector on the right side is the gas inlet and the connector on the left side is the
gas outlet. The following diagram shows the gas inlet/outlet position in relation to the gas cell
and orange connectors. Connectors vary according to the GasSense sensor model.

4.3 Connections

The diagram below shows the top layer of the GasSense board and the board terminals.
Terminals vary depending on the version and some may not be mounted or functioning.

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4.3 Connections (continued)

Connector Function
J4 Jumper for power supply selection
J6 SPI bus interface
J7 SPI bus interface
J8 Source
J9 Detector

Digital I/O
Pin1, 3, 5, 7: IN (0-5V protected up to 24Vdc)
J10
Pin2, 4, 6, 8: OUT (Open collector, ground referred, protected)
Pin9, 10: gnd

Power supply. Solar panel input

J13
Pin1: plus (+); Pin2: gnd
Power supply. Battery input
J14
Pin1: pack thermistor; Pin2: gnd; Pin3: plus (+)
Power supply. 9-24V DC
J15
Pin1: plus (+); Pin2: gnd
Analog output (4-20mA; 0-5V), two analog inputs (4-
20mA or 0-5V)
J17
Pin1: 0-5V; Pin2: 4-20mA; Pin3: gnd; Pin4: analog input
(+); Pin5: analog input (+); Pin6: gnd
Pneumatic pump power supply
J18
Pin1: plus(+); Pin2: minus (-)

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4.3 Connections (continued)

The diagram below shows the bottom layer of the GasSense board and highlights the
available connectors:

Connector Function
UART 9600-115200 Baud ( 0-3V TTL level)
Pin1: Tx
J5
Pin2; Pin4: gnd
Pin3: Rx
Analog output (0-5V)
J16
Pin10: 0-5V; Pin9: gnd

Power supply 0-24V DC; UART TTL level

(0-5V) required 0-5V external power supply
J20
Pin1: ext UART supply; Pin2: 9-24VDC;
Pin3: Tx UART; Pin4: Rx UART; Pin5: nc; Pin6: gnd

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4.3 Connections (continued)

Notes:

• The DC power input is protected against reverse, over-voltage (up to 33V) and short circuit
(max absorption 250mA).

• The external pump power supply is by default 3V (5V optional) and the max power
absorption is 160mA.

• J17 connector: there are two analogue input 4-20mA (0-5V optional).

• Digital input are protected against over-voltage (up to 35V) and short circuit (max
absorption 250mA).

• Digital output are protected against short circuit (max absorption 160mA).

• Use rechargeable batteries (Ion-Li 7.4V with NTC thermistore).

• Tyco connectors are available on the board bottom layer. They are used for board
power supply (9-24V protected against reverse, over-voltage (up to 33V) and
short circuit (max absorption 250mA), UART TTL level (0-5V) serial bus, 5V DC
power supply for the UART, analogue output 0-5V.

5. INSTALLATION

The GasSense sensor is factory calibrated and ready for use directly after power up.
There are 3 alternative ways to power supply the sensor board:

1. Using the J15 terminal for DC voltage input

2. Using the J14 terminal for battery input
3. Using the J20 terminal for DC voltage input

6. CALIBRATION PROCEDURE
Please refer to the Calibration Procedure document. Please discuss your application with us
for advice on calibration.

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7. MAINTENANCE
The GasSense sensor is maintenance free under normal conditions. The sensor is a safety
device and must only be repaired by the manufacturer. Do not modify the sensor and do
not reconstruct it. It might otherwise no longer measure the gas concentration reliably.

8. WARRANTY AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY

Euro-Gas grants a warranty for this device for a period of 12 months from commissioning,
documented by a commissioning report. Within this warranty period, we will at our
discretion repair or replace the device free of charge if found to be defective as to
workmanship or material.
The warranty excludes: damages attributable to improper use, normal wear and defects
that have only a negligible influence on the device's value or suitability for use.
Liability for the functioning of the sensor shall pass at all events to the owner or operator if
the sensor is improperly maintained or repaired or if it is used other than for its intended
purpose. Euro-Gas accepts no liability for damage caused by failure to observe the above
information. The warranty expires in the event that work is carried out by agents we have
not authorised or if parts are used other than original spare parts.
Claims under the warranty may be made in all countries where this device is sold by
authorised dealers. In the event of any claim under the warranty, please return the device
to us. The buyer shall bear the costs of transportation and the risk while the device is in
transit. The execution of work under the warranty does not affect the warranty period in any
way.
The above information does not extend the conditions of warranty and liability contained in
the Terms and Conditions of Sale and Delivery of Euro-Gas Management Services Limited.

Any sensor can potentially fail to meet specification without warning. Euro-Gas makes every effort to ensure
reliability of all sensors but where life safety is a performance requirement of the product and, where practical,
Euro-Gas recommends that all gas sensors and instruments using sensors are checked for response to gas
before use. The data contained in this document is believed to be accurate and reliable. The data given is for
guidance only. Euro-Gas Management Services Ltd accepts no liability for any consequential losses, injury or
damage resulting from the use of this datasheet or the information contained in it. Customers should test the
sensors under their own conditions to ensure that the sensors are suitable for their own requirements and in
accordance with the plans and circumstances of the specific project and any standards/regulations pertaining to
the country in which the sensors will be utilised. Performance characteristics on this data sheet outline the
performance of newly supplied sensors. Output signal can drift below the lower limit over time. This datasheet is
not intended to form the basis of a contract and in the interest of product improvement, Euro-Gas reserves the
right to alter design features and specifications without notice. 03/17

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