GDI Observer
The GDI Observer is a handheld gas monitor for up to five gases. It includes RF transmission to allow for remote gas monitoring.
Availability: Commercially Available
Manufacturer |
| Schauenburg Flexadux Corporation (Headquarters) |
Product Name |
| GDI Observer |
Detection Category |
| Chemical |
Detection Principle |
| Sensors; |
Detection Method |
| Electrochemical Detection; Catalytic Bead Sensor ; |
Application |
| Emergency Response; Gas Analysis; |
Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
Product Synopsis |
| The GDI Observer is a handheld gas monitor for up to five gases. It includes RF transmission to allow for remote gas monitoring. |
Availability |
| Commercially Available |
Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
Dimensions |
| 5.79 x 3.3 x 1.8 in (147 x 83 x 45 mm) |
Weight |
| <5 lbs.; 20.5 oz (580 g) |
Power Requirements |
| NiMH Battery; Two sets of Ni-MH batteries |
Transportability |
| Handheld |
Operating Conditions |
| -10 to 40°C |
Consumables |
| <$1,000/year; Calibration gases |
Calibration Schedule |
| Yes |
Communications Interface |
| RF |
Tested For ITF-25 TIC/TIMs |
| Hydrogen sulfide and carbon monoxide |
Other Chemical Targets |
| Flammable Gases and Oxygen |
Sample Introduction |
| Vapor/Gas |
Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| ppm |
Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| <1 minute; T(90) <15 Flammable gases T(90) <35 Toxic gases T(90) <15 Oxygen |
Alarm Capability |
| Yes |
Software Control |
| On-board |
Training Required |
| <1 week training |
Training Available |
| Yes |
Manuals Available |
| Yes |
Warranties |
| 1 year on electronic parts, 6 months on sensors and batteries |