Frequently Asked Questions
Can you confirm the expected "in-service" life of a B1 micro-fuel cell (P/N C6689-B1) for this gas monitor when used to sample Nitrogen for trace levels of Oxygen (alarms & interlocks set at 0.05% O2)?
What is the "shelf life" of the same B1 cell?
Is the B1 micro-fuel sealed against air & then punctured to allow gas measurement upon installation into the sensor to avoid exposure to air?
If not, is there a recommended procedure to use during cell replacement to avoid this extensive zeroing time?
What barriers can we use with this product?
What is the material of the Insta Trans-XD transmitter head? (the blue surface).
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Q: Can you confirm the expected "in-service" life of a B1 micro-fuel cell (P/N C6689-B1) for this gas monitor when used to sample Nitrogen for trace levels of Oxygen (alarms & interlocks set at 0.05% O2)?
A: 8 to 12 months
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Q: What is the "shelf life" of the same B1 cell?
A: We would not recommend storing for more than 1 year before use.While reading through the Operation manual, it indicated the risk of an excessive time to "zero" if the cell is exposed to air (1-2 weeks).This does not apply to B1.
Q: Is the B1 micro-fuel sealed against air & then punctured to allow gas measurement upon installation into the sensor to avoid exposure to air?
A: No, but it will go to zero quickly.
Q: If not, is there a recommended procedure to use during cell replacement to avoid this extensive zeroing time?
A: Not applicable to this type of sensor
Q: What barriers can we use with this product?
A: We have updated the control drawing for safety barriers of Insta Trans and added alternates such as MTL5541 and MTL4541:
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Q: What is the material of the Insta Trans-XD transmitter head? (the blue surface).
A: The blue head is made of Aluminum.
