GX-8000
The GX-8000 is a portable gas detection monitor for up to 4 four gases and 5 ranges.
Availability: Commercially Available
Manufacturer |
| RKI Instruments |
Product Name |
| GX-8000 |
Detection Category |
| Chemical |
Detection Principle |
| Sensors; |
Detection Method |
| Electrochemical Detection; |
Application |
| Gas Analysis; |
Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
Product Synopsis |
| The GX-8000 is a portable gas detection monitor for up to 4 four gases and 5 ranges. |
Availability |
| Commercially Available |
Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
Dimensions |
| 6.1 x 3.1 x 4.9 in (15.4 x 8.1 x 12.7 cm) |
Weight |
| <5 lbs.; 2.4 lbs. (1.1 kg) |
Power Requirements |
| Lithium Battery; Alkaline Battery; Rechargeable Lithium-ion (12 hours), AA batery (6 hours) battery |
Noise Produced |
| 95 dB |
Transportability |
| Handheld |
Ruggedness |
| Extreme Temperatures/Humidity; Waterproof/Resistant; Dust; IP67, intrinsically safe |
Operating Conditions |
| -20 to 50°C (-4 to 122°F), < 95% RH non-condensing |
Consumables |
| >$1,000/year; Sensors, filters, calibration gases |
Solvents/Reagents |
| None |
Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| None |
Available Accessories |
| AC power charge, sampling hose, sampling probe, shoulder strap, waist strap, storage box, carrying box |
Communications Interface |
| IrDA or USB with IrDA adapter |
Expected Operational Life |
| Indefinite |
Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
Maintenance Cost |
| ~ $1,000/year for replacement sensors and calibration gases |
Tested For Chemical Agents |
| No |
Tested For ITF-25 TIC/TIMs |
| Hydrogen sulfide |
Tested For Explosives |
| No |
Tested For Narcotics |
| No |
Other Chemical Targets |
| Methane, hydrogen, toluene, iso-butane, acetylene, methylalcohol, MEK, n-hexane, oxygen, carbon monoxide |
Adaptability |
| No; cannot detect or add new targets |
Sample Introduction |
| Vapor/Gas; |
Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| ppm; %LEL; 0 to 100 ppm (H2S), 0 to 100%LEL (combustibles) |
Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| Continuous (<30 seconds) |
Total Run Time |
| Continuous |
Alarm Capability |
| Audible, visual |
Software Control |
| On-board |
Training Required |
| <1 day training |
Training Available |
| Yes |
Manuals Available |
| Yes |
Reachback Service |
| No |
Warranties |
| Yes |