IT Series Gas Sensor Modules IT I nformation T echnology

Presentation Outline Introducing IT Series IT IT IT as part of the control/monitoring system

Sierra Monitor – Industry Leader First - microprocessor based gas detection controller First - digital sensor to controller communication First - controller based non-intrusive calibration First - Modbus communication to PLCs and DCS First - comprehensive protocol converter First - WebServer for browser access to hazardous gas detection information

IT Introducing IT Series IT Series (Information Technology) gas detection modules are the next generation of components of Gas Risk Management Systems. As the name implies, these systems offer further advancement in information technology and interoperability. –Multiple communication choices –Stand alone or system based operation –Extensive menu based operation –Flexible configuration parameters

IT Features and Benefits Common features of all Sentry IT Gas Sensor Modules –Integral LED display – to aid in calibration and setup –Non-Intrusive calibration – for area safety –Integral alarm relays – to meet output requirements –Optically isolated 4-20 mA output – flexibility of output –Modbus RS-485 interface – modern DCS/PLC interface –SMC Sentry digital bus interface – for existing users –Optional remote sensor configuration – for hard to access areas –Optional integral control relay– when more power is required

IT Series Display Scrolling LED display advantages –Easy to read in bright sun or dark corners! –Scrolling to provide more detailed and user-friendly messages % L E L A p p l y z e r o g a s, e n t e r w h e n d o n e C A L I B: C A L – 0 % % L E L

Key 1 MODE Key 2 ENTER Key 3 UP (-) Key 4 DOWN (+) IT Non-Intrusive Calibration and Operation Non-Intrusive Configuration using Magnetic switches for configuration of: –Alarm setpoints –Alarm acknowledge –Calibration –Engineering Units –Digital/Analog communications setup

IT Series Data Access Optically isolated 4-20 mA RS-485 Modbus RTU Sentry bus to interface to existing and new Sentry systems Easy to read scrolling LED display Optional integrated 8 amp control relays Integral 0.5 amp alarm relays

IT Transmitter Module

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IT IR Combustible Gas Module Model IT –Description –Features –IR Technology Benefits –Principle of Operation –List of Gases

IT Description Non-Dispersive Infrared technology 0-100% LEL or 0-100% by Volume Methane (FM Approved) Other combustible gases including Ethane, Propane, Butane, Pentane, Hexane and others

Easy to read LED scrolling display FM approval for performance, operation, and environment conditions Fast speed of response <10 seconds T-60% with flame arrestor Multiple integral interfaces – Relays, 4-20 mA, Modbus RTU, and Sentry IT Key Selling Features

Infrared Technology Benefits Reduced need for calibration Lower operating costs – long life sensor Operates in high combustible gas and/or low oxygen environment Immune to catalytic bead poisons Rapid recovery after exposure to >100% concentrations of hydrocarbon gas Monitor in 0-100% LEL or 0-100% Volume ranges

IT Principle of Operation Combustible gases absorb IR light energy at defined wavelengths Higher concentration results greater absorbance Detector measures energy from the IR light and compares to the energy emitted by source Difference in energy received indicates level of gas concentration Wavelength (microns) Methane Spectrum Relative Intensity

Gases Absorbed by IR Spectra GasResponse Hexane  Hexanol  Naphthalene  Nonane  Octane  Octanol  Pentane  Pentanol  Propane  Propanol  Propylene  Styrene  Toluene  Xylene  GasResponse Methane  Benzene  Butane  Butanol  Cyclobutane  Cyclohexane  Cycloheptane  Cyclopentane  Decane  Ethane  Ethanol  Ethyl Benzene  Heptane  Heptanol 

Presentation Outline Introducing IT Series IT IT IT as part of the control/monitoring system

IT Catalytic Bead Combustible Gas Module Model IT –Description –Features –Catalytic Bead Technology Benefits –Principle of Operation –List of Gases

All the IT features PLUS proven Catalytic Bead technology 0-100% LEL FM Approved for performance, operation and environment for Combustible gases (Class I, Div. 1, Groups B, C, and D) FM Approved with 6 month calibration interval IT Description

Easy to read scrolling LED scrolling display 6 month, FM approved calibration interval, longest in the industry FM approval for performance, and environment conditions Fast speed of response <12 seconds T=60% Multiple integral interfaces - Relays, 4-20 mA, Modbus RTU and Sentry outputs IT Key Selling Features

Catalytic Bead Technology Benefits Proven technology Measures all combustible gases Lower costs

IT Principle of Operation Two alumina beads surrounded by platinum wire Bead 1 passivated Bead 2 catalyzed to react When catalyzed bead heats up with combustible gas, increase in resistance increasing output of Wheatstone bridge signal

Gases Detectable by IT GasResponse Hydrazine  Hydrogen  JP-4 (Jet Fuel)  Methyl Acetate  Methanol  Methyl Chloride  Methylethylketone  Napthalene  Nonane  Octane  Pentane  Propane  Toluene  Xylene  GasResponse Methane  Ammonia  Benzene  Butane  Cyclopropane  Decane  Dioxane  Ethane  Ethanol  Ethylene  Diethyl Ether  Dimethyl Ether  Hepane  Hexane  Sample of gases detectable by catalytic bead technology, check with Sierra Monitor for a complete list

Presentation Outline Introducing IT Series IT IT IT as part of the control/monitoring system

Key Features of IT Series Unique features –Long calibration intervals –Multiple integral data interface – relays, digital display, 4-20 mA, Modbus, Sentry –FM Approval for performance and hazardous location

How IT is Part of Gas Sensing Solutions Flexible configuration –System/Controller based solutions Sentry-based Ethernet-based –Sensor module solutions Modbus RTU interface 4-20 mA interface Alarm only

Sentry-Based Solution – Basic Gas Detectors Sentry Bus & VDC Distributed Control System IT Sensor Module  Sentry  Modbus  DCS Modbus RTU

Sentry-Based Solution - Commander Gas Detectors Sentry Bus & VDC Distributed Control System IT Sensor Module  Sentry  Commander  Modbus  DCS Sentry Commander Sentry Controllers Modbus RTU

Sentry-Based Solution - FieldServer Gas Detectors Sentry Bus & VDC IT Sensor Module  Sentry  FieldServer  Protocol  DCS Protocol matching customer’s needs Sentry Controllers FieldServer Protocol Translator PC based DCS Modbus RTU

Ethernet-based Solution Internet Access Modem FieldServer w/ WebServer Local PC w/ MS Explorer Broadband Internet Gas Detectors RS-485 Modbus & VDC AC/DC Power Supply and termination panel AC Power Ethernet Hub Remote Monitoring PC w/ MS Explorer IT Sensor Module  FieldServer  WebServer  Internet

Sensor Module Solutions 4-20 mA Interface –IT Series –4101 Series –4100 Series Modbus RTU –IT Series Alarm Only –20X/200X –Hydrides/Ammonia

IT Demonstrator Compact complete demo –4-20 mA output –Alarm relays –Control relays –Modbus RTU –Digital display

IT Series A Sense of the Future