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Ammonia (NH3) Detection

Portable & fixed-point NH3 detectors for healthcare, pharmaceuticals, chemical manufacturing, agriculture, and environmental testing.

About Ammonia Detection

A colorless gas with a distinctive sharp smell, Ammonia is a cornerstone in numerous industries such as agriculture, pharmaceuticals, refrigeration, and manufacturing.

Its widespread use is evident in fertilizer production, waste and wastewater treatment, and the creation of explosives. In the realm of manufacturing, ammonia plays a pivotal role in the production of plastics, fibers, and other chemicals. Though invaluable, ammonia’s toxicity is a significant hazard, particularly in enclosed industrial environments, requiring stringent detection protocols to ensure worker safety. Prolonged exposure even at low levels can have adverse health effects, making its management in the workplace critical.

Common Challenges

  • Difficulty in detecting low concentrations of ammonia, which can still pose health risks.
  • Ensuring reliable and continuous monitoring in harsh industrial environments.
  • Mitigating false alarms due to the presence of other chemicals and environmental factors.

Guidelines

  • OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL): 50 parts per million (ppm) over an 8-hour workday.
  • NIOSH Recommended Exposure Limit (REL): 25 ppm over a 10-hour workday.
  • NIOSH Short-Term Exposure Limit (STEL): 35 ppm over 15 minutes.

Ranges We Detect For Ammonia

Sensor Range

Measurement Specifics

  • Range0 - 1000 ppm
  • Maximum Overload2000 ppm
  • Resolution< 2 ppm
  • Typical Baseline Range-16 ppm to 16 ppm
  • Range0 - 100 ppm
  • Maximum Overload200 ppm
  • Resolution< 0.5 ppm
  • Typical Baseline Range-4 ppm to 4 ppm
  • Range0 - 100 ppm
  • Maximum Overload200 ppm
  • Resolution< 0.5 ppm
  • Typical Baseline Range-4 ppm to 4 ppm

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