{"product_id":"350800-01-180-bently-nevada-hazardous-gas-sensor","title":"350800-01-180 Bently Nevada Hazardous Gas Sensor","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bently Nevada 350800-01-180 is a high-fidelity gas detection module engineered for the 3500 Machinery Protection System. While Bently Nevada is widely recognized for vibration monitoring, this specialized sensor expands the system's utility into environmental safety and leak detection. It is designed to provide continuous, real-time monitoring of hazardous combustible or toxic gas concentrations in the immediate vicinity of rotating machinery. By integrating gas detection directly into the 3500 rack architecture, facilities can consolidate their mechanical protection and environmental safety protocols into a single, deterministic monitoring platform, ensuring that gas leaks—which often accompany mechanical seal failures—are detected instantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Architecture and Hardware Metrics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 350800-01-180 is built to sustain performance in the turbulent and thermally volatile environments found near industrial turbines and compressors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFully compatible with Bently Nevada 3500\/94 series gas monitor modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetection Principle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHigh-stability catalytic bead or electrochemical sensing (configuration dependent).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalibration Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOptimized for 0-180 ppm (or LEL equivalent based on target gas).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThermal Endurance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIndustrial-grade operation from -40°C to +120°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignal Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProvides a linear analog signal converted for 3500 rack digital processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure Suitability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCorrosion-resistant materials designed for mounting in Class I, Division 1 or Zone 1 hazardous areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResponse Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRapid\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e$T_{90}$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eresponse rate for immediate alarm triggering during leak events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReliability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBuilt-in self-diagnostics to identify sensor drift or element poisoning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustrial Deployment and Safety Utility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sensor is a critical safety component for high-risk applications in the oil and gas, petrochemical, and power generation sectors. It is primarily deployed in gas turbine enclosures, compressor sheds, and pump galleries where the presence of volatile hydrocarbons or hydrogen represents a significant explosion risk. The 350800-01-180 is frequently utilized to monitor the integrity of primary and secondary seals; a rising gas concentration often serves as a \"first-out\" indicator of a seal breach before mechanical vibration levels significantly change. By linking the gas sensor data to the 3500 system’s relay logic, operators can automate emergency ventilation or initiate safe machine shutdowns, providing an essential layer of protection for both personnel and multi-million dollar capital assets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bently Nevada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45518808907949,"sku":"350800-01-180","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/bently-nevada-350800-01-180-hazardous-gas-sensor-wz0i2h3304q.jpg?v=1769751900","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/products\/350800-01-180-bently-nevada-hazardous-gas-sensor","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}