Gas Detection (Fixed)
critical
IMO Required
Fixed multi-point gas detection system for engine room, pump room, cargo spaces.
4000h
Service Interval
Typical Manufacturers
Dräger
Simtronics
Honeywell
MSA
Known Models (3)
Dräger Dräger Polytron 7000 Fixed Gas Detector
Multi-gas, addressable, 4-20 mA + HART
· Marine Equipment
Common Failures:
- • Catalytic sensor poisoning
- • Sampling pump diaphragm failure
- • Junction box water ingress
Service: Calibration every 6 months with certified test gas. Sensor replacement every 2-3 years.
Spares: Dräger: Sicherheitsausrüstung per SOLAS-Mindestbestand. Lead time: 2-4 Wochen.
Honeywell Honeywell Searchpoint Optima Plus
0-100% LEL, IR open-path
· Marine Equipment
Common Failures:
- • Mirror alignment drift
- • Bird/insect nesting in reflector
- • Fog/condensation false alarms
Service: Alignment verification quarterly. Full calibration annually.
Spares: Honeywell: Sicherheitsausrüstung per SOLAS-Mindestbestand. Lead time: 2-4 Wochen.
Simtronics Simtronics GD10P Fixed IR Gas Detector
0-100% LEL, IR point detector
· Marine Equipment
· Infrared Gas Detection
Common Failures:
- • Optical window contamination
- • Heater element failure (cold climate)
- • Signal cable water damage
Service: Window cleaning monthly. Full function test every 6 months.
Spares: Simtronics: Sicherheitsausrüstung per SOLAS-Mindestbestand. Lead time: 2-4 Wochen.
✔ Pros
- • High accuracy in detecting gas leaks
- • Reliable operation in harsh environments
- • Low maintenance requirements with monthly window cleaning and bi-annual full function tests
⚠ Cons
- • Optical window contamination can lead to false readings
- • Heater element failure in cold climates can affect performance
- • Signal cable water damage can disrupt detection capabilities
Typical Vessels:
TankerLNG CarrierOffshore Platform
Certifications:
IEC 61508ATEX
Decision Guide: Choose if you require a reliable and accurate gas detection system for hazardous environments. Avoid if you are operating in extremely cold climates without proper heating measures or if optical window contamination is a significant concern.
Use Cases: Typically deployed in areas where gas leaks can occur, such as engine rooms, cargo tanks, and near processing equipment on vessels and offshore platforms.