Condensation in Gas Detectors(Hazardous Area)

Really? Just wondering?

Do you not see a problem here???????????????????

What do you think a GAS detection device will do if it becomes clogged with condensate?

Come on. Take a wild guess.

Is the equipment fitted with a hazardous area-rated breather gland, because it sounds like it may need to be?

The device may contain a heating element that has failed.....I would contact the manufacturer or distributor to check on operating characteristics of this model....and also would check that this is the proper type of detector for this environment....

Condensate is a liquid! You can take it from here!

harryelec:

Whatever you are seeing is outside picture.

Do you see air / gas flow rate going down? If not then it must be taking care properly through thermal insulation and inline cartridge heater so you need not worry about outside condensation "except for the entry point".

Do you have a picture? Model number and type of gas detector you are talking about? What is that it is supposed to detect and its detection method?

Hi harryelec,

In my hazwaste days I used photo ionization detectors (PID's) that came equipped with a desiccant filter to solve such a problem. A little condensation in the flow path might give you higher than normal readings in some cases. Though, I think it would take a lot condensation to clog the flow. I hope this helps