EtOH – Ethanol Sensor
1000 PPM Package
Ethanol (EtOH) Sensor
Qsafe Ethanol (EtOH) sensors have been created along with precision and accuracy. The sensor is suitable for both industrial and consumer-grade monitoring. The Ethanol sensor is based on an electrochemical gas sensing technique and has ultra-thin packaging. The sensor is cost-effective and easy to lodge in any device and instruments of EtOH monitoring and regulatory solutions. The sensor is highly precise, robust, have high operational life, and has diversified applications in industrial, commercial, and residential instruments.
Unique Features of Ethanol sensor
Compact
The sensor is petite in size and has ultra-thin packaging which enables it to fit into any type of device and instrument.
Durable
The ethanol sensor is highly durable with 10 years of operational life.
Highly Responsive
The response time of the ethanol sensor is less than 15 seconds which makes it swift and robust.
Energy Efficient
The energy input required by the sensor to function is low (0mW at 0mV bias). This reduces the overall energy consumption and saves energy.
Individual Calibrated
Individual calibration procures readings with the highest accuracy for the device the sensor is installed.
RoHS Compliant
The sensor is free from the use of toxic & hazardous substances and is ROHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) compliant.
What technology is being used in the device
Qsafe EtOH sensors work on the principle of the electrochemical gas sensing technique. The sensors are amperometric fuel cells and are designed to quantify gaseous toxin concentration.
There are three principal components in this sensor- a working or sensing electrode, a counter electrode, and an ion conductor acting as a bridge between the electrodes. The toxic EtOH gas is detected on the working electrode and gets oxidized with water molecules. This oxidation results in the formation of electrons and protons as by-products. Electric current is generated with a directional flow of electrons. The electric current generated gives the concentration of ethanol gas. It is used to detect alcohol level also.
Where is it applicable?
Technical Indicators of Ethanol Sensor
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Measurement Range | 0 to 1000 ppm |
| Resolution | < 5 ppb (instrumentation dependent) |
| Repeatability | < +/- 3 % of reading |
| Response Time | < 180 seconds typical |
| Sensitivity | 15 +/- 6 nA/ppm |
| Expected Operating Life | > 5 years (@ 23+/-3C; 40+/-10% RH) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -30 to +55 C (-20 to 40 C recommended) |
| Operating Humidity Range – non-condensing | 0 to 100% RH (15 to 95% recommended) |
| Power Consumption | 10 to 50 uW (circuit & ambient Ethanol dependent) |