Engineer Insight: The Senseair Refrigerant Detection Portfolio
Joakim Enerud Shares Insights on Senseair’s Refrigerant Detection Solutions for R32, R290, and R454 in HVAC&R
In this video, Chief Engineer Joakim Enerud dives into Senseair’s latest refrigerant detection solutions, developed specifically to address the complex needs of HVAC&R systems requiring reliable refrigerant sensors for gases like R32, R290, and R454A/B/C.
Key Products: Sunlight for Refrigerants Sensor and Refrigerant Detection System (RDS)
Joakim introduces two specialized refrigerant detection products: the Sunlight for Refrigerants sensor and the Refrigerant Detection System (RDS). Both sensors leverage the proven Sunlight platform, providing robust and accurate refrigerant gas detection across diverse applications and environments in the HVAC&R industry.
Sunlight for Refrigerants: High-Precision R32, R290, and R454A/B/C Detection
The Sunlight for Refrigerants sensor is an advanced model of our well-established Sunlight platform, tailored for detecting R32 refrigerant, R290 refrigerant, and R454 A/B/C refrigerants. Built on Senseair’s proprietary NDIR (Non-Dispersive Infrared) technology, this sensor delivers fast, precise refrigerant gas readings with high resilience and stability. Joakim explains how the sensor’s automatic baseline correction and non-poisoning design extend the product’s lifespan to up to 15 years, enabling maintenance-free operation and substantial long-term cost savings for HVAC&R facilities.
Regulatory Compliance for Refrigerant Safety Standards
Senseair’s refrigerant detection solutions are designed for strict global compliance, meeting the requirements of IEC 60079-29-1, IEC 60335-2-40 (edition 7), and UL 60335-2-40 (edition 4). These standards are essential for safe operation in HVAC&R applications, ensuring reliability and peace of mind for facilities using refrigerants such as R32, R290, and R454 A/B/C variants.
Refrigerant Detection System (RDS): IP66 & IP67 Protection for Harsh Environments
The video also highlights the Refrigerant Detection System (RDS)—a rugged, IP66 & IP67-rated enclosure incorporating the Sunlight sensor. This design makes the RDS ideal for challenging settings, including high-moisture and dusty environments, while maintaining reliable refrigerant detection even during brief water exposure. Joakim points out that the RDS is equipped with a Modbus RS485 interface for seamless integration with existing HVAC&R control systems. The RDS can be configured with multiple refrigerant sensors, including those for R32, R290, and R454, ensuring flexible detection options for engineers.
Flexible Deployment for R32, R290, and R454 Refrigerant Compliance
The RDS and Sunlight for Refrigerants sensor offer flexibility with interchangeable models that simplify compliance with both EU and US refrigerant safety standards. Designed for rapid deployment, Senseair’s refrigerant detection solutions are compatible with aftermarket HVAC&R systems, providing practical and scalable refrigerant detection solutions for engineers and facility managers.
Watch the video to learn how Senseair’s R32, R290, and R454 A/B/C refrigerant sensors can enhance your HVAC&R applications, offering reliable detection and extended service life in demanding environments.