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Item # 381 Series, Portable Tri-Gas Analyzer for H2 / N2 / Air Purging



For checking purity of hydrogen (H2) in H2-cooled generators and synchronous converters. The Model 381 Series will also monitor the safe purging of H2 during shutdown or startup. This model is designed specifically for generators that are purged with nitrogen (N2) instead of carbon dioxide (CO2).

The Nova 381 Series Tri-Gas Analyzer is designed for monitoring the H2 purity inside a power generator and to monitor the purging procedure during a generator shutdown or startup. This analyzer is specifically for generators that are purged with N2 instead of the more commonly-used CO2. The analyzer contains a temperature compensated thermal conductivity (T/C) cell, electochemical O2 sensor, amplifier board, digital readout, range switch, pressure regulator, gas flow control valve, pump and a flow indicator. A 4-20mA recorder output is standard.

The T/C cell does not burn the sample nor is it consumed in any way, so it has a life expectancy of over 10 years. The electrochemical O2 sensor typically has 3-5 year life and is easy and inexpensive to replace. Measurement results are fast and accurate. A rechargeable 'gel cell' battery provides enough power for about 4-6 hours of continuous operation and the analyzer can be used while it is being recharged.






 Specifications   Applications   Features   Options   

Method of Detection

Thermal conductivity (T/C) cell, electrochemical O2 sensor

Ranges Available

Range 1: 0-100% H2 in Air; Range 2: 0-100% H2 in N2; Range 3: 0-100% Air in N2

Resolution

0.1% of gas measured

Accuracy & Repeatability

Range 1: ± 1% of Full Scale; Range 2: ± 2% of F.S.; Range 3: ± 2% of F.S.

Drift

H2 in N2 or Air in N2, ± 2% F.S. per week maximum drift, 0-100% H2 in Air range is ± 0.4% per week maximum

Response Time (T-90)

10-15 seconds to 90% step change - not including sample transport time

Ambient Temperature Range

0 to 50 ºC
32 to 120
ºF

Linearity

± 1.0% of F.S. on H2 in Air range. ± 2% of F.S. in H2 or Air in N2 ranges

Size & Weight

K Style: 9 1/2" L x 7" W x 6 1/2" H @ 12 lbs (24 x 17 x 18 cm @ 3.6 kg)
WP Style: 11 1/2" L x 8" W x 7 1/4" H @ 8 lbs (29 x 20 x 18 cm @ 3.6 kg)

Power

AC/DC Operation. 115 VAC, 60 Hz for recharging (220 VAC, 50 Hz available)

Output Options

4-20 mA or 0-1 VDC

Unique Applications

All Nova analyzers are built using proven technologies and techniques. If this product does not suit your application, please contact Nova. In many cases, we are able to build an analyzer specific to your needs.

Primary Gas to be Measured

Hydrogen (H2)

Industry Type

Power Industry


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381K Portable TriGas Analyzer (N2 purged) 2014
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