Chemical Sensor Array (CSA) Series
The CSA uses BPSI’s patented Electro-Chemical sensor technology aligned in N+1 redundant configuration for detection of target chemicals providing real time monitoring There are three models; extended (E), SMART (S) and next generation (X). The S is for simple plug-in to resident Automation Systems and the X for direct connection to the Sentry One™ system or to the Cloud.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Building Protection Systems, Inc. |
| Product Name |
| Chemical Sensor Array (CSA) Series |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical |
| Detection Principle |
| Sensors; |
| Detection Method |
| Electrochemical Detection; |
| Application |
| Emergency Response; Gas Analysis & Air Monitoring; Sample Collection; Screening ; |
| Product Model Number |
| E-CSA, X-CSA, S-SCA |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| The CSA uses BPSI’s patented Electro-Chemical sensor technology aligned in N+1 redundant configuration for detection of target chemicals providing real time monitoring There are three models; extended (E), SMART (S) and next generation (X). The S is for simple plug-in to resident Automation Systems and the X for direct connection to the Sentry One™ system or to the Cloud. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Dimensions |
| 16 x 20 x 6 in (40.6 x 50.7 x 15.2 cm) |
| Weight |
| <50 lbs.; 40 lbs. (18.6 kg) |
| Power Requirements |
| AC/DC Line Power; Selectable: 120-240/1/50-60 Hz 1.0 Amp |
| Transportability |
| Mounted |
| Operating Conditions |
| 0 to 45°C (32 to 113°F) |
| Consumables |
| <$1,000/year; Filters; Sensors |
| Calibration Schedule |
| No Field Calibration; Automatic Continuous w/ self calibration features for drift and temperature |
| Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| Simple semi-annual to bi-annual filter changes and a sensor swap at 48 months |
| Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| Remote Automation System |
| Communications Interface |
| Ethernet or fiber optic connection (E, X) Modbus (S, X), Cloud, PLC (X) |
| Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
| Tested For Chemical Agents |
| No |
| Tested For ITF-25 TIC/TIMs |
| Yes |
| Tested For Explosives |
| No |
| Tested For Narcotics |
| No |
| Other Chemical Targets |
| No |
| Number of Library Entries |
| 38 toxic chemical gasses |
| Sample Introduction |
| Vapor/Gas |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| ppm |
| False Positive Rates |
| < 0.005% |
| False Negative Rates |
| < 0.005% |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| 30 to 60 minutes |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| Continuous (<30 seconds) |
| Total Run Time |
| Continuous |
| Alarm Capability |
| No |
| Software Control |
| Yes |
| Training Required |
| <1 week training |
| Training Available |
| Yes |
| Manuals Available |
| User's manual |
