What are the parts of a combustible gas detector?
What are the parts of a combustible gas detector? |
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Casing |
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The hard plastic casing is the main body of the instrument and protects the electrical circuitry inside. They are generally ergonomically designed to fit in the hand and secure a good grip. There is sometimes a rubber texture to improve grip further. | |||
Sensor |
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A gas detector’s sensor is generally small and usually protected by plastic or metal shielding.
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ProbeThe sensor is usually located at the end of an extension from the main body of the tool. This may be a rigid piece but is often a flexible wand, allowing the sensor to be manoeuvred into areas that might otherwise be hard to access. |
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Indicator |
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Gas detectors can have one or more indicator systems. The most common is a visual indicator, which often consists of LED lights. There can also be audible and/or vibration indicators to alert when gas is detected. | |||
Buttons |
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PowerThe power button switches the device on and off. |
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SensitivityOn gas detectors capable of testing at different sensitivities, there will usually be one or more button(s) to change between these settings. |
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AlertsAs there are three different alert types – visual, audible and vibration – gas detectors with multiple alerts may have buttons to switch the different ones on or off. |
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