March 1, 2006—Industrial Scientific Corporation has announced that its GasBadge Plus single gas detector has received a third-party certified ingress protection (IP) rating of 66/67 and a number of agency approvals.
The IP rating of 66/67 indicates that the two-year, maintenance-free monitor was tested to be dust-tight and resistant to water ingress from both water jets and immersion. This test certification further demonstrates the gas detectors ability to reliably perform in the harshest industrial environments.
Agencies that have recently approved the GasBadge Plus include United Laboratories (UL) for the International Electrochemical Commission as noted on certificate number 05.0017. The single gas detector has passed the certification tests for intrinsic safety and now carries the marking code for IIC T4 hazardous locations.
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) also approved the GasBadge Plus, allowing it to be used in mining applications, says the company. The GasBadge Plus is ideal for monitoring carbon monoxide (CO) or nitrogen dioxide (NO2) in mines or in any application where those gases or unsafe levels of oxygen (O2), hydrogen sulfide (H2S) or sulfur dioxide (SO2) are present.
At 2.5 ounces (72 grams), the monitors compact size and light weight allow it to be worn comfortably with a variety of clip attachments, and the top-mounted sensor allows the unit to provide continuous and unobstructed protection even when placed in a shirt pocket. The large, LCD display includes a backlight for clear display visibility in low-light conditions and international graphic symbols for easy operation.
Industrial Scientific Corporation is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of gas monitoring instruments, systems and other technical products for the preservation of life and property. For more information, visit the Web site.
