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SpectraSensors SS500 has a lower detection limit of 2 lbs per Million SCF Natural Gas. Other than the reduced detection limit, the SS500 has all the benefits of the SS2000 including:

RELIABLE AND TRUSTWORTHY MEASUREMENTS

Analysis software measures the amount of laser light absorbed by water molecules. This very sensitive method provides reliable readings because of the very specific wavelength that is being analyzed.

FAST RESPONSE TIME

The laser, detector, software and electronics are extremely fast. 4 measurements are taken every second. The display updates every 0.25 to 2 seconds (adjustable).

NO CONSUMABLES

The SS-Series sensor heads do not need regular in-field or factory calibration. The sensor heads do not need to be periodically reconditioned. The sensor does not make contact with the gas so it does not get contaminated.

NO INTERFERENCE

Gases such as methanol, amines and glycol are not a problem for the SS Series product line because of the “line-spectroscopy” technique that is employed. The technique relies on information at very narrow wavelength ranges where the water spectrum is completely isolated.

PAYBACK

A short payback period can be realized by eliminating the cost of consumables, extra sensor heads, and the labor and overhead associated with excessive maintenance. Additionally, intangible (but real) costs associated with unreliable gas measurements can be reduced. For example, added processing steps, poor gas quality and the possibility of costly damage to equipment can result from sensors that produce incorrect data. The potential savings easily justify the need for a reliable, fast and maintenance free solution such as the SpectraSensors SS500 moisture analyzer.

Comparison Graph ▲

Demonstrates the ongoing impact to the bottom line. Compare the cost of ownership

of the SS500 to the competition.

Key Features

Virtually Maintenance Free

No Interference from glycol, methanol or amine contaminants (vapor phase)

Fast and Accurate Real-time Measurements

No wet-up or dry-down delays

Reliable in Harsh Environments

Short Term Payback; No Consumables

NIST-Traceable Calibration

Analog and Digital Outputs for Remote Monitoring

SpectraSensors SS500 Mid-Sensitivity Moisture Analyzer

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SS500 Mid-Sensitivity Moisture Analyzer Specifications Performance Moisture Concentration (H2O)*

2 to 20 lbs/MMSCF Nat. Gas 42-422 ppmv, NIST Traceable

Accuracy (H2O) ±2% of reading or ±10 ppmv

Dew/Frost Point -58˚ to -20˚F (-50˚ to -29˚C)

Response time** Display updates 0.25-2 seconds

(software adjustable) * Consult factory for alternative ranges ** Flow Rate Dependant - Sample cell volume is 0.005 ft3. Time to displace cell volume at a flow of 2

scfh is ~10 sec.

Environmental Range Temperature -4˚ to 122˚F (-20˚ to 50˚C)

Inlet Pressure 10 to 25 PSIA, 10 PSIG Maximum

(70-170 kPa Abs, 70 kPaG Maximum)

Sample Cell Construction 316L Series Polished Stainless Steel

Sample Flow Rate 0.2 to 20 SCFH (100-10,000 cc/min)

Contaminant Sensitivity None for gas phase glycol, methanol, amines,

hydrogen sulfides or mercaptans

Power Requirements Input Voltage

100-240 VAC, 50-60 HZ Standard 9-16 VDC or 18-32 VDC Optional

Current 1 amp maximum @ 120VAC

1.6A @ 24VDC, 3.2A @ 12 VDC

Physical Specifications Outputs

Generic or Modbus RS232 (all parameters) 4-20mA loop (concentration only)

LCD Display Concentration,

Cell Pressure and Cell Temperature

Enclosure Type NEMA 4X – Fiber Reinforced Plastic NEMA 4X – Stainless Steel Optional

Size 18”H x 16”W x 5.5”D

(457mm H x 406mm W x 140mm D)

Weight w/FRP Enclosure - Approx. 13lbs (6Kg)

w/SS Enclosure - Approx. 25lbs (11.5Kg)

SpectraSensors SS1000Portable Gas Analyzer

Key Features

• Virtually MaintenanceFree

• No Interference fromglycol, methanol oramine contaminants(vapor phase)

• Fast and AccurateReal-timeMeasurements

• No wet-up or dry-down delays

• Short Term Payback;No Consumables

• NIST-TraceableCalibration

SpectraSensors SS1000 Portable MoistureAnalyzer is a highly mobile, battery-powered moistureor carbon dioxide analyzer utilizing the same extraordinary sensor technology as the SS2000. Theinstrument is designed for convenience and allowsfor fast and easy measurements in the field.

The SS-Series analyzers take measurements4 times per second with a laser and detector

and average the results. The laser does not contactthe gas, so these real-time measurements are nothampered by wet-ups or dry-downs as with surfaced-based sensors.

Using state-of-the-art technologydeveloped by NASA/JPL, the SS-Series

analyzers are more reliable and repeatable than surface based sensors and not subject to the interpretation errors of a chilled mirror.

The portable units are designed for fast hookups andcontain their own power supply. Commonly, theportable is used to verify measurements and for spot-checking when other methods provide questionableresults. In applications such as natural gas pipelines or petrochemical process control, poor quality measurement results are extremely costly. For example,additional processing or dehydration costs, upsetconditions, shut-ins, and inconsistent process resultsmay be caused by sensors that do not performproperly. The SS1000 can reveal poorly performingsensors, pinpoint high moisture or low BTU sourcesand can be used as a standard for measurement validation.

SpectraSensors has combined our special lasers

with control electronics and "smart" software tocreate an analyzer that requires no sensor element

in contact with the sample gas stream. The result isan analyzer which does not suffer from contaminationor drift due to vapor impurities such as glycol,methanol, amines, hydrogen sulfide, or mercaptans.

The SS1000 sensor heads are not subjected to corrosives or contaminants

in the gas stream because the sensor is a photonicdevice that is isolated from the actual gas. A quick pay-back period can be realized by eliminating the cost ofconsumables, extra sensor heads, factory calibrations,and the labor and overhead associated with excessivemaintenance. Moreover, the problems caused by unreliable gas measurements such as added processingsteps and poor gas quality can be eliminated by usingthe SS1000.These savings easily justify the need for areliable, fast and maintenance free solution such as theSpectraSensors SS1000 portable analyzer.


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NO INTERFERENCE

PAYBACK

Reliability and Speed are ultimately criticalin process measurements, especially with aportable unit. The SS Series Sensors are thefastest, most dependable method to get an

accurate moisture measurement.

Figure 1: Instant response from a sudden introductionand interruption of a moist stream of air into the

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SS1000Portable Gas AnalyzerSpecifications

Performance

Input Voltage 100-240 VAC, 50-60 HZ Standard

Electrical Storage12-Volt, Sealed Lead-Acid Battery

Approx. 8 hours use time per charge

Current 0.5A @ 120VAC during recharging

Power Requirements

Outputs RS232 – all parameters

LCD Display Concentration, Cell Pressure and Cell Temperature

SizeNominal 8”H x 7”W x 18”D (200 mm H x 175 mm W x 450 mm D)

Includes Handle and Feet

Weight Approx. 15lbs (6.8Kg)

AccessoriesMembrane Separator, Carrying Case, Charger,

Quick Connect Fittings included. Sample Conditioning Available.

Physical Specifications

Moisture Concentration (H2O)*2 to 20 lbs/MMSCF Nat. Gas

42-422 ppmv, NIST Traceable0.5 to 20 lbs/MMSCF Nat. Gas10-422 ppmv, NIST Traceable

Accuracy (H2O) ±2% of reading or ±10 ppmv ±2% of reading or ±4 ppmv

Dew/Frost Point -58º to -20ºF (-50º to -29ºC) -76º to -20ºF (-60º to -29ºC)

Carbon Dioxide Concentration (CO2)* 0-10%

Accuracy (CO2) ± 2% of reading, or ±400 ppmv, whichever is greater

Response time** Display updates 0.25-2 seconds (software adjustable)

* Consult factory for alternative ranges** Flow Rate Dependant - Sample cell volume is 0.005 ft3. Time to displace cell volume at a flow of 2 scfh is ~10 sec.

Temperature -4º to 122ºF (-20º to 50ºC)

Inlet Pressure10 to 25 PSIA, 10 PSIG Maximum




Contaminant SensitivityNone for gas phase glycol, methanol, amines,


Environmental Range

(standard) (optional)

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Certification Non-Hazardous (certified) locations – General Purpose

Area Classification


SpectraSensors SS2000Moisture/Carbon Dioxide Analyzer


SS1000 Portable GasAnalyzer

Key Features





• Reliable in HarshEnvironments



• CSA Class I, Division 2Certification Standard

• NEMA 4X (IP56) orNEMA 7 Enclosures

• Analog and DigitalOutputs for RemoteMonitoring

SpectraSensors SS2000 Moisture or CarbonDioxide Analyzer is an extremely reliable extractivesensor utilizing SpectraSensors’ line-spectroscopytechnology. The sensor measures concentrationsusing an IR laser and special software and electronicsto determine the concentration of the gas withoutcoming into physical contact with it. The state-of-the-art technology was originally developed for atmospheric moisture measurement on Earth and Mars.

The SS-Series analyzers take measurements4 times per second with a laser and detector

and average the results.These real-time measurementsare not hampered by wet-ups or dry-downs as withsurfaced-based sensors because the laser does notcontact the gas. Real time measurements are a realitywith the SS2000.

Trustworthy measurements are vital topetrochemical delivery and processing

companies.The SS2000 is a product that offers certaintyin the readouts! Independent studies have proven thatthe SS2000 results are highly correlated with those ofchilled mirrors. However, the chilled mirrors requiredskilled experts to operate and the results were highlyscattered (large standard deviation).

In applications such as natural gas pipelines or petro-chemical process monitoring, uncertain measurementscan be extremely costly. For example, additional processing or dehydration costs, upset conditions,

FAST

RELIABLE

Trustworthy measurements are critical in process analyses. The SS2000 provides

reliable, accurate, real-time measurements.

Figure 1: A readout comparison of the SS2000 (left curve) and a slower sensor demonstrates howeliminating long dry-downs can drastically reducecostly shutdown times. In this example, the alarm

state is erroneously extended for hours.

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shut-ins, and inconsistent process results may becaused by sensors that do not perform properly.TheSpectraSensors technology is the first to offer trulyreliable data and simple operation.

The SS2000 Tunable LaserDiode (TDL) sensor does not

come into contact with the sample gas stream.Thesensor sends a beam of light through a window in thesample cell and analyzes the resulting changes(absorption) in the beam energy.The result is a sensorwhich does not suffer from contamination or drift dueto vapor impurities such as glycol, methanol, amines,hydrogen sulfide, or mercaptans.

The SS2000 sensor heads are not subjected to corrosives or contaminants

in the gas stream as mentioned above. A quick pay-back period can be realized by eliminating the cost ofconsumables, extra sensor heads, and the labor andoverhead associated with excessive maintenance.Additionally, intangible (but real) costs associatedwith unreliable gas measurements can be reduceddramatically. For example, added processing steps,poor gas quality and the possibility of costly damageto equipment can result from sensors that produceincorrect data.The potential savings easily justify theneed for a reliable, fast and maintenance free solutionsuch as the SpectraSensors SS2000 moisture and carbon dioxide analyzer.

NO INTERFERENCE

PAYBACK


SS2000Moisture/Carbon Dioxide AnalyzerSpecifications

Performance

Moisture Concentration (H2O)*0.5 to 20 lbs/MMSCF Nat. Gas10-422 ppmv, NIST Traceable


Dew/Frost Point -76º to -20ºF (-60º to -29ºC)

Carbon Dioxide Concentration (CO2)* 0-10%

Accuracy (CO2)± 2% of reading, or ±400 ppmv,

whichever is greater

Response time**Display updates 0.25-2 seconds

(software adjustable)








Environmental Range


Input Voltage100-240 VAC, 50-60 HZ Standard9-16 VDC or 18-32 VDC Optional

Current1 amp maximum @ 120VAC

1.6A @ 24VDC, 3.2A @ 12 VDC

Power Requirements

OutputsGeneric or Modbus RS232 (all parameters)

4-20mA loop (concentration only)


Size17.5”H x 14.8”W x 5.8”D

(444mm H x 376mm W x 135mm D)



Certification CSA Class I, Division 2, Groups C and D, Temp Code T3C

Area Classification


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The SS2100 is an exceptionally reliable gas analyzerused to measure trace levels of gas components usingTunable Laser Diode Absorption Spectroscopy (TDLAS).This technology is a form of infrared spectroscopy inwhich the light source is a diode laser, giving theSS2100 the benefit of long life, simplicity and reliability.Additionally, the SS2100 utilizes an high-resolutiontechnique that allows it to measure specific gases withvery high accuracy.

The SS2100 analyzers take measurements 4 times pet second with a laser and detector andaverages the results. These real-time measurements arenot hampered by wet-ups (absorption) or dry-downs(desorption) as with surfaced-based sensors because the laser does not contact the gas.

The SS2100 comes with analog, serial, and Modbusoutputs as well as a functionally intuitive touchpad andLCD screen interface. Installation is as easy as pluggingit in and turning it on because there are no start upcalibrations or procedures. SpectrumPlot softwareprovides easy-to-analyze text and graphics on laptopor desktop PC computers.

The analyzer is available in a single-channel (SS2100) ordual-channel (SS2200) package and each channel canbe configured for a variety of measurements. Anassortment of sample cell lengths and tunable laserwavelengths provide sensitivity in the parts-per-billionfor many applications in the refining, natural gas, bulkgas, semiconductor, and environmental monitoringindustries. Components that can be measured includemoisture (H2O), carbon monoxide/dioxide (CO & CO2),ammonia (NH3), nitric oxide (NO), hydrochloric acid(HCI), hydrogen sulfide (H2S), ethylene oxide (ETO),hydrofluoric acid (HF), methane (CH4), Oxygen (O2) andmore.

Trustworthy measurements are vital in process analytical applications. TheSS2100 does not require regular maintenance and calibration or periodic replacement parts due to the inherent characteristics of TDLAS technology. Becausethe measurement is the percent of absorbed light thattravels through a gas sample, the sensor is unaffectedby contaminants and corrosives.

The analyzer measures a spectral feature that can be displayed as a peak. The software uses “peak tracking”to maintain the center of the peak which eliminates thepossibility of drift.

The diode laser is a solid-state semiconductor device.The useful life of the laser is many times longer thanincandescent sources. The instrument has no choppersor other moving parts to replace.

SpectraSensors SS2100/SS2200Process Gas Analyzer

High ResolutionSpectrometer

Simple design,trouble -free operation

Robust laser lightsource

Fast Response, nowet-up or dry-down

No interference or driftfrom contaminants

Reliable in harshenviroments

Available in single ordual channel for various applications& sensitivities

Spectrum software tool

Serial and analogoutputs

SS2100/SS2200Process Gas Analyzer

Specifications

Environmental Range

Power Requirements

Physical

Data Display

Typical Applications


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Temperature -20º to 50º C (-4º to 122ºF)

Inlet Pressure 70 kPaG (10 PSIG) max

Sample Flow Rate 100-10,000 cc/min (0.2 to 20 SCFH)

Input Voltage

Current

100-240 VAC, 50-60Hz Standard 9-16 VDC or 18-32 VDC Optional

1 amp maximum @ 120VAC1.6A @ 24 VDC, 3.2A @ 12 VDC

Enclosure Type NEMA 4X – Stainless Steel (typ*)

Instrument Size

Sample Cell Size

Sample Cell Construction 316L Series Polished Stainless Steel (typ*)

Number of Sample Cells

Heated Enclosure Size Varies**

300mm(H) X 250mm(W) X 140mm(W)(12in X 10in X 5.5in)

300 to 560mm Tall X 150mm square(12 to 22in Tall X 6in square)

1 (single channel SS2100) or2 (dual channel SS2200)

Measurement Response Time .025 to ~60 sec**

Communication Outputs

LCD Display

Generic or Modbus RS232 (all parameters)4-20mA loop (concentration)

Custom configurations available including streamhandling, heated enclosures, pressure control, etc.**

Target Components H2O CO CO2 NH3 NO HCl H2S ETO HF CH4 O2

Measurement Ranges 0-1ppm to 0-100% **

* Typical shown – custom configurations available. ** Application specific; consult factory.

Concentration, Cell Pressure and TemperatureDiagnostic Data

Sample Handling Systems

Weight Approximately 10-20Kg (25-50 lbs)**

Typical Repeatability + 2.0% of Full Scale**

Key Features





• Reliable in HarshEnvironments



• CSA Class I, Division 2Certification Standard

• NEMA 4X (IP56) or NEMA 7 Enclosures

• Analog and DigitalOutputs for RemoteMonitoring

SpectraSensors SS3000Moisture – Carbon DioxideDual Channel Gas Analyzer

The SpectraSensors SS3000 Moisture orCarbon Dioxide Analyzer is a dual channel version of the SS2000.The analyzer is capable ofmeasuring moisture or carbon dioxide or bothusing the SpectraSensors tunable laser technology. The features and benefits of theSS2000 are packaged in a cost effective dualchannel system saving customers more byincorporating two sensors in one.

TRUSTWORTHY MEASUREMENTS

The SS-Series analyzers utilize the same highlyreliable and extremely accurate method as theSS2000 gas analyzer. Since the measurementsare made without contacting the sample gas,corrosive compounds cannot affect the sensorhead. Additionally, the sensor readings are notadversely affected by methanol, amine or glycol contaminants.

Dependable data is an essential element in thequest for improved safety and quality. NaturalGas companies constantly strive for theseimprovements as well as continuous reductionsin cost. The SS3000 enables it all by providingdependable readings in a multi-sensor package.

Sample Conditioning Panel

CONTROLS

LASER HEAD

SAMPLE TUBE

MIRROR

Water absorption spectra in natural gas:The graph shows several moisture spectra in natural gas.The higher the concentration of moisture or carbon dioxide,the more absorption of light, and the stronger the corresponding absorption signal. The SpectraSensors software analyzes these absorption peaks to produce veryaccurate and repeatable measurements. Since the calculationis a direct, fundamental measurement, the amount of H2O or CO2 present can be measured very fast. There are no wet-up or dry-down delays like those associated with surface-based sensors.

ASK ABOUT OTHERAVALIABLE PRODUCTS:

Portable Gas Analyzer



SS3000Dual Channel Gas AnalyzerSpecifications

Input Voltage100-240 VAC, 50-60 HZ Standard9-16 VDC or 18-32 VDC Optional

Current 1 amp maximum @ 120VAC / 1.6A @ 24VDC, 3.2A @ 12 VDC

Power Requirements

Outputs – two of eachGeneric or Modbus RS232 (all parameters)

4-20mA loop (concentration only)


Size18”H x 17.5”W x 5.8”D

(457mm H x 444mm W x 147mm D)










Environmental Range

Performance

Moisture Concentration (H2O)*0.5 to 20 lbs/MMSCF Nat. Gas10-422 ppmv, NIST Traceable


Dew/Frost Point -76º to -20ºF (-60º to -29ºC)

Carbon Dioxide Concentration (CO2)* 0-10% in Natural Gas

Accuracy (CO2)± 2% of reading, or ±400 ppmv,

whichever is greater

Response time**Display updates 0.25 - 2 seconds

(software adjustable)


Certification CSA Class I, Division 2, Groups C and D, Temp Code T3C

Area Classification


Tel: 800 619 2861Fax: 909 542 0402

Rev: 10-05


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