H2S Analyzers

Model 903
Common Methods of On-Line
Measurement of H2S

 Lead Acetate
 UV Absorption
 Tunable Diode Laser
 H2S Electrochemical Sensor
 Gas Chromatograph
 How Does A Lead Acetate
Tape H2S Analyzer Work?
 Wide Range 0-2000 ppm
 Sample Gas with H2S exposed to the tape reacts to turn the
tape brown.
 Sensor utilizes a visible LED light onto the tape. As the tape
browns light is absorbed.
 Sensor measures the “Rate of Change” over time as to how
brown the tape turns.
 Higher concentrations of H2S would turn the tape
brown/black to quickly.
 We would utilize a dilution system to establish a ratio of
diluted H2S to the analyzer.
Communication/Interface
 6 - 4-20mA outputs (isolated and scaled to range)
 3 - SPDT alarm relays 5 amps @ 30 VDC or 8amps
@ 120/240 VAC (up to 3 more optional)
 1 - 3 amp max 35 VDC or 3A 24-280 VAC Solenoid
Driver (standard), up to 7 more (optional)
 1 - USB port
 1 - RS-232 Serial Port
 1 - RS-485 isolated serial Port
 1 - LAN Port for extended analog outputs
 1 - Ethernet (optional)
 Modbus communication on all ports
Lead Acetate
 Considered “old” technology – but with the
advancements in electronics the Lead Acetate Analyzers
now has a very fast response to an H2S alarm. (RRA)
 Requires a tape change every 5 to 14 weeks
 Lead acetate is interference free. (This is why it is used
by the vast majority in the industry when accurate
measurement is required)
 Cost effective with very fast delivery times
 Lowest Power – 10 Watts (24VDC or 120-240VAC)
 Simple Design. Easy to operate and maintain
 The linear output enables the user to perform a single
point calibration
Commonly Observed Problems
Commonly Observed Problems