The Hi Flow® Sampler is designed to measure the rate of gas leakage around various pipe fittings valve packings and compressor seals found in natural gas transmission storage and compressor facilities. This is accomplished by sampling at a very large flow rate (8 to 10 SCFM) to completely capture any gas leaking from the component. Then by accurately measuring the flow rate of the sampling stream and the natural gas concentration it is possible to calculate the rate of the gas leak.
We at Bacharach are very excited about our partnership with the Gas Technology Institute in the commercialization of their patented Hi Flow Sampler. Many changes and enhancements have been made from the original instrument including: intrinsic safety data logging and instantaneous leak-rate display just to name a few.
Specifications:
Measured Values:
Gas sample flow rate
Background gas concentration
Sample gas concentration
Calculated Values:
Leak rate of component under test
Leak concentration corrected for background
Measurable Leak Rate: 0.05 to 8.00 SCFM
Accuracy of Calculated Leak Rate: ±10%
Sampling Flow Rate: 10.5 SCFM maximum (297 LPM) at full battery charge
Memory: Stores up to 1000 individual test parameters
Natural Gas Sensor:
Detection Method: Catalytic oxidation / Thermal conductivity
Range: 0 to 5% methane catalytic; 5 to methane thermal
Accuracy: ±5% of reading or 0.02% methane whichever is greater
Battery:
Type: NiMH rechargeable pack
Voltate: 5.5V max.
Recharge Time: 8 to 10 hours
Run Time: >4.5 hours continuous at 68°F
Operating Temperature: 32 to 122°F
Measurement Method: Differential pressure across restriction
Dimensions: 18 x 12 x 7 inches
Weight: 20 lb
Agency Approvals:
Designed to be intrinsically safe for use in hazardous locations Class I Division 1 Groups A B C & D in North America
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 157 (June 1992)
ANSI (June 27 2002)/UL913-2002
CE Mark
