GasAlertMicro 5
The GasAlertMicro 5 simultaneously monitors and displays up to five atmospheric hazards. Adaptable to a variety of applications, the GasAlertMicro 5 is available as either a standard toxic gas model, a PID model for the detection VOCs, or an IR model for CO2 detection.
Availability: Commercially Available
Manufacturer |
| Honeywell Analytics |
Product Name |
| GasAlertMicro 5 |
Detection Category |
| Chemical |
Detection Principle |
| Sensors; |
Detection Method |
| Photoionization Detection;Electrochemical Detection; |
Application |
| Emergency Response; Gas Analysis; |
Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
Product Synopsis |
| The GasAlertMicro 5 simultaneously monitors and displays up to five atmospheric hazards. Adaptable to a variety of applications, the GasAlertMicro 5 is available as either a standard toxic gas model, a PID model for the detection VOCs, or an IR model for CO2 detection. |
Availability |
| Commercially Available |
Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
Dimensions |
| 5.7 x 9 x 1.5 in (150 x 74 x 38 mm) |
Weight |
| <1 Lb.; 13 oz (370 g) |
Power Requirements |
| Alkaline Battery; NiMH Battery; 3 AA alkaline batteries and/or NiMH rechargeable |
Transportability |
| Pocket Size |
Ruggedness |
| Extreme Temperatures/Humidity; Vibration/Shock |
Operating Conditions |
| VOC (PID): –10 to 40°C (14 to 104°F) Other gases: –20 to 50°C (–4 to 122°F) Humidity: 0 to 95% RH (noncondensing) |
Consumables |
| >$1,000/year; sensors, and sensor filters |
Calibration Schedule |
| Calibrate once every 6 mo. Automatic calibration, automatic zero, and automatic span. Does not need to be performed by factory. |
Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| Replace sensors every 2 year. Replace sensor filters as needed. Sensors and sensor filters are easily field replaceable. |
Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| Available as a Confined Space Entry Kit (First Responder Kit) Additional accessories available include manual aspirator pump, motorized sampling pump, and vehicle battery charger Compatible with the MicroDock2 automatic bump and calibration system |
Expected Operational Life |
| Indefinite |
Shelf Life |
| <5 years; 2 years |
Unit Cost |
| $1,895.00 |
Maintenance Cost |
| Sensors are $135 to $870 |
Tested For ITF-25 TIC/TIMs |
| Ammonia, carbon disulfide, chlorine, ethylene oxide, hydrogen sulfide, sulfur dioxide, acrolein, allyl alcohol, carbon monoxide, diketene, ethylene dibromide, methyl hydrazine, methyl isocyanate, nitrogen dioxide, phosphine, bromine, crotonaldehyde, ethyl chloroformate, ethyleneimine, isopropyl chloroformate, nitric oxide, toluene 2,4-diisocyanate, and carbon monoxide |
Other Chemical Targets |
| VOCs (PID), CO, O2, O3, and combustibles (LEL) |
Sample Introduction |
| Vapor/Gas |
Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| ppm |
Known Interferents/Inhibitors |
| Auto exhaust and propane can cause false alarms |
Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| < 30 seconds |
Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| Continuous (<30 seconds) |
Total Run Time |
| < 30 seconds |
Alarm Capability |
| Audible, visible, and vibrating alarm |
Other Operational Parameters |
| A data logging option is available |
Training Required |
| <1 day training |
Training Available |
| Training CD and user manuals |
Manuals Available |
| User manuals |
Warranties |
| Full 2 year warranty including sensors (1 year on PID and NH3 sensor) |
IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| None |