The MSA Safety A-ULTX-SENS-17-8-C is a high-performance replacement gas sensor designed for the industry-leading Ultima XE Series of gas monitors. Specifically calibrated to detect Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) within a 0–100 PPM range, this electrochemical sensor provides rapid, accurate, and stable life-safety telemetry in demanding industrial environments. Housed in a rugged 316 Stainless Steel enclosure with conformal coated electronics for enhanced environmental resistance, it is purpose-built for integration into explosion-proof Ultima XE transmitter models. As a critical component of hazardous gas detection systems, it ensures plant personnel and assets remain protected from highly toxic, corrosive gas accumulation.
Technical Details
- Part Number: A-ULTX-SENS-17-8-C
- Manufacturer: MSA Safety
- Series: Ultima XE Series
- Type: Toxic Gas Sensor (Electrochemical)
- Target Gas: Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S)
- Detection Range: 0 to 100 Parts Per Million (PPM)
- Housing Material: 316 Stainless Steel
- Environmental Protection: Conformal coated electronics (indicated by the ‘C’ designation)
- Compatibility: Designed for Ultima XE explosion-proof models
- Weight: Approximately 0.86 lbs (0.39 kg)
Key Features
- Provides rapid electrochemical detection of Hydrogen Sulfide over a 0-100 PPM range with high sensitivity and minimal cross-interference from other ambient plant gases.
- Features a heavy-duty 316 Stainless Steel housing and conformal-coated internal electronics designed to withstand highly corrosive atmospheres, moisture, and extreme industrial conditions.
- Utilizes a modular, quick-disconnect design that allows for simple field replacement, minimizing critical system downtime during maintenance.
- Delivers long-term baseline stability and excellent measurement repeatability, extending the operational window between routine calibration cycles.
- Engineered specifically to pair with MSA’s explosion-proof Ultima XE transmitter chassis, ensuring safe operation within certified hazardous plant locations.
Applications
- Continuous monitoring of toxic Hydrogen Sulfide buildup in oil refineries, natural gas processing plants, and offshore drilling platforms.
- Providing automated life-safety gas detection in wastewater treatment facilities, sewers, and enclosed lift stations where sour gas easily accumulates.
- Serving as a critical safety node in heavy chemical manufacturing, pulp and paper mills, and sulfur recovery units where highly corrosive conditions exist.
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