Next Step Gas Detection Monitor
The NextStep gas monitor is a portable, microprocessor-controlled instrument for leak detection, survey work, area monitoring and emergency response involving isocyanates or semiconductor gases.
Availability: DISCONTINUED
| Manufacturer |
| 3M™ Scott™ Fire & Safety |
| Product Name |
| Next Step Gas Detection Monitor |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical |
| Detection Principle |
| Colorimetric; |
| Detection Method |
| Colorimetric; |
| Application |
| Gas Analysis; |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| The NextStep gas monitor is a portable, microprocessor-controlled instrument for leak detection, survey work, area monitoring and emergency response involving isocyanates or semiconductor gases. |
| Availability |
| DISCONTINUED |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Dimensions |
| 9.6 x 3.9 x 8.5 in (24 x 9.9 x 22 cm) |
| Weight |
| <5 lbs.; 2.2 kg (4.75 lbs) |
| Power Requirements |
| Lead Acid Battery; Rechargeable, (16 hour operation) |
| Transportability |
| Handheld |
| Ruggedness |
| Extreme Temperatures/Humidity |
| Operating Conditions |
| –10 to 40°C (14 to 104°F) @ 5 to 95% RH (operating temperature); –20 to 50°C (–4 to 122°F) @ 5 to 95% RH (storage temperature) |
| Consumables |
| None |
| Calibration Schedule |
| Yes |
| Communications Interface |
| Capable of communicating with a PC |
| Shelf Life |
| <5 years; Based on cassette shelf-life (1 to 3 yr) |
| Unit Cost |
| $6,700.00 |
| Tested For ITF-25 TIC/TIMs |
| Chlorine, formaldehyde, hydrogen chloride, arsine, phosgene, toluene diisocyanate, methyl isocyanate, methyl hydrazine, phosphine, diphenylmethane-4,4' diisocyanate, isopropyl isocyanate, n-butyl isocyanate, tert-butyl isocyanate, toluene 2,4 diisocyanate, and toluene 2,6 diisocyanate. |
| Adaptability |
| No; cannot detect or add new targets |
| Sample Introduction |
| Vapor/Gas |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| ppm |
| Known Interferents/Inhibitors |
| Heavy dust, particulate matter, and heavy water vapor can interfere. |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| 20 seconds |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| <5 minutes; 20 seconds to 4 minutes |
| Alarm Capability |
| Audible |
| Software Control |
| On-board |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| Manual included with kit |
| Manuals Available |
| User Manual |
| Warranties |
| 1 year |
| IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| Yes; Calibration gases fall under IATA shipping regulations |
