The MGS-408 Gas Detection Controller displays comprehensive information about the status of all connected gas detectors. A maximum of 8 Bacharach gas detectors can be connected to the MGS-408 via Modbus RTU. Compatible gas detectors are:
- MGS-410
- MGS-450
- MGS-460
- MGS-250
- MGS-550
The MGS-408 can be used to provide power to each connected, compatible gas detector, negating the need for separate power supply at the location of the gas detector.
The MGS-408 displays status via an LCD screen and LEDs. For each connected gas detector, status is clearly indicated via dedicated LEDs to indicate:
- Power & connectivity
- High alarm
- Low alarm
- Fault
The LCD screen will display the current gas reading and gas type for the selected channel, or will indicate fault and/or alarm status. The LCD screen is also used for configuration of the MGS-408 via the integrated keypad.
In addition to the visual alarm status displayed, the MGS-408 includes an integrated audible alarm. An optional audio-visual alarm beacon can be installed, mounted in the top of the enclosure, to enhance local alarm indication.
The MGS-408 provides relays (indicating any high alarm, low alarm or fault status) and can act as a Modbus slave device. This allows connection to a third-party device such as a Building Management System (BMS) or Programmable Logic Controller (PLC).
Data logging is available on the MGS-408 via the integrated SD card, which can be removed to allow download of the logged data to a computer.