Honeywell BW Personal Gas Detection

Personal Gas Detection

Personal Gas Detectors sense the presence of one or more gases from toxic to breathable oxygen concentration near the detector. Often supplied with a clip to wear on clothing

Find combination units for Indoor Air Quality applications that measure CO₂ or CO plus temperature, humidity, air velocity, and more in our Indoor Air Quality department. Products > Indoor Air Quality > Indoor Air Quality Monitors For dangerous gases, gas detectors will have audible and visible alarms. Fixed mount units would include relays to trip equipment, close valves, etc. to return to safe conditions.

Today’s gas detectors can have multiple gas detectors for detection of several gases. Knowledge of the application and desired gases is key in model selection.

Frequent calibration is also important. Gas detectors drift, so most manufacturers recommend monthly calibrations or at least calibration checks. Make sure to read and follow the manufacturer instructions with each instrument.
 

For a general primer on gas detection, download Honeywell's Gas Book. We carry their BW line of portable gas detection equipment. Click the thumbnail image to download.