- Medex SKU:
- ACC-CS425
- Packing Info:
- 25/Box
- Usually Ships:
- 3 - 5 Business Days
Description
Key Features
Multi-Gas Detection: It simultaneously monitors the levels of Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) combustibles, Oxygen ($O_2$), Hydrogen Sulfide ($H_2S$), and Carbon Monoxide ($CO$).
Portability and Durability: The device is compact, lightweight, and designed to be worn on a worker's clothing. It features a robust, weather-resistant, and impact-resistant housing, making it suitable for harsh industrial settings.
Clear Alarms: The CS425 is equipped with multiple alarm types to alert the user of dangerous gas levels. These include loud audible alarms (typically around 95 dB), bright flashing visual LED alarms, and a strong vibrating alarm.
Simple Operation: It typically features a one-button operation for ease of use, even when wearing gloves. The large LCD screen displays real-time gas concentrations clearly.
Data Logging: Many models have the capability to log data, allowing for the review of gas exposure levels over a period of time, which is crucial for safety analysis and incident investigation.
Long Battery Life: Designed for extended use, it usually has a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that can last for a full work shift or longer.
Compliance and Certification: It is certified to meet various safety standards (e.g., ATEX, UL, CSA) for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
Primary Uses
The Accutest CS425 is primarily used for personal safety monitoring and confined space entry. Its main purpose is to warn workers about the presence of hazardous gases before they reach dangerous concentrations.
Common industries and applications include:
Oil and Gas: Monitoring for combustible gases and toxic H₂S during drilling, refining, and maintenance.
Wastewater Treatment: Detecting H₂S and methane in sewers, tanks, and processing areas.
Utilities and Telecommunications: Ensuring safety for workers entering manholes, vaults, and other confined spaces where dangerous gases can accumulate.
Fire and Hazmat Response: Used by first responders to assess atmospheric hazards at emergency scenes.
Construction and Mining: Monitoring air quality in tunnels, trenches, and underground work areas.
Industrial Plants: General safety monitoring in chemical plants, manufacturing facilities, and power plants where hazardous gases may be present.