Portable Phosgene (COCl2) Gas Detector, 0 to 1/5/10 ppm

Handheld Phosgene gas detector is available with a measuring range of 0 to 1/5/10 ppm, pump suction type, high-accuracy sensor and gas leak alarm with audible, visual & vibrating. This portable single gas monitor is easy to carry and operate, professionally used for Phosgene COCl2 gas leak detection.

Features

• LCD dot matrix display, direct readout of gas type, unit, concentration, local time, etc.
• Support English/Chinese operation, easy to shift.
• Gas concentration unit PPM and mg/m³ can be shift quickly.
• Built-in micro-sampling pump, 10 grades of suction are available.
• Explosion-proof certification

Gas Detector Functions

• With self-calibration and zero calibration functions, makes the detection more accurate and reliable.
• One key to restore factory setting, free from maloperation.
• With temperature and pressure compensation, able to realize the compensation for the gas concentration under different temperature and pressure environments.
• Two-stage alarm with sound and light, and alarm point is settable.
• Rechargeable lithiumpolymer battery with large capacity.
• High-strength special engineering plastic housing, with anti-slip, waterproof, dustproof and explosion-proof.

Specifications

Note:
* If you need a COCl2 gas detector with other measuring ranges unlisted in above table, please contact us to inform your operating environment, so as to help you choose an appropriate one for your application.
* We also provide other common gas detectors, and you can refer to ATO Gas Detector Catalog to get the specific gas type and measurement range. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

*** Other Common Gases and Ranges Available for Portable Gas Detectors

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Tips: What is Phosgene (COCl2) gas?

Phosgene (COCl₂) is a highly toxic and colorless gas with a suffocating odor, often likened to the smell of musty hay or freshly cut grass. It was first synthesized in 1812 by the English chemist John Davy. The name "phosgene" is derived from the Greek words "phos," meaning light, and "gene," meaning born, reflecting its original production method by exposing a mixture of carbon monoxide and chlorine to sunlight.

Phosgene is primarily used in the chemical industry as a reagent in the production of pharmaceuticals, pesticides, dyes, and other organic compounds. It is also used to manufacture polyurethanes and polycarbonate plastics. Despite its industrial utility, phosgene is notorious for its use as a chemical weapon during World War I, where it caused numerous casualties due to its ability to inflict severe respiratory damage.

Exposure to phosgene can lead to symptoms such as coughing, choking, chest pain, and difficulty breathing. Inhalation of high concentrations can result in severe pulmonary edema, leading to potentially fatal respiratory failure. Due to its hazardous nature, phosgene is handled with extreme caution, necessitating strict safety protocols to prevent accidental release and exposure.