The Rapidox 2100 is a high-performance oxygen (O2) analyser fitted with a rugged
long-life zirconia sensor on a remote cable, together with a type K thermocouple
sensor; allowing direct in-process measurement of oxygen and temperature in the
sample gas. The sensors provide fast and accurate analysis over the low ppm oxygen
range in harsh environments up to 650°C.
In rare instances where a zirconia sensors are unsuitable, an electrochemical
sensor will be used instead. Electrochemical oxygen sensors are ideal for
monitoring high oxygen applications, or where VOC’s, flammable gases, CO, H2
or He are present in the gas sample. Users have a choice between a sensor for
low ppm measurements of 1ppm to 1%, or for high percent measurements in the
0-100% oxygen range.
Depending on the specification of the analyser, the sensor is normally housed
in a remote metal manifold that allows gas to flow through and over the sensor
surface, or provide a vacuum-tight coupling to the sample point in a vacuum
application. The exact design of the manifold housing depends on the application
and can be situated up to 25 meters from the analyser using optional sensor
extension cables. As well as a type K thermocouple sensor which is fitted as
standard, a range of optional auxiliary pressure, vacuum and dewpoint sensors
are available allowing multiple measurements in one instrument.
Configuration of the analyser allows for the instrument to be panel mounted or
supplied within a wall mountable, IP65 weatherproof housing. The oxygen sensor
can then be positioned remotely, up to 25 metres away in either a separate cabinet
or as a standalone sensor.