MicroTube Benzene 0.15-10 ppm | Draeger

The MicroTube Benzene 0.15-10 ppm is a product manufactured by Dräger, a renowned company specializing in safety, medical, and gas detection equipment. The MicroTube is designed for accurate detection and measurement of Benzene concentration in the air, within the range of 0.15 to 10 parts per million (ppm).

Product Description:

1. Detection Range:

   • The MicroTube is designed to detect Benzene concentrations in the range of 0.15 ppm to 10 ppm. This range is particularly useful for environments where low levels of Benzene may be present but still require careful monitoring due to health and safety concerns.

2. Technology:

   • The product utilizes Dräger Tubes technology, which involves a chemical reaction inside a glass tube that changes color depending on the concentration of the gas being measured. The presence of Benzene reacts with a reagent inside the tube, resulting in a visible color change that is directly correlated with the concentration level of Benzene in the air.

3. Sensitivity & Accuracy:

   • The MicroTube Benzene is designed to deliver highly accurate and sensitive results, ensuring that even small concentrations of Benzene can be detected. This is particularly crucial in industrial environments, labs, and workplaces where Benzene exposure could be a significant health risk.

4. Ease of Use:

   • The Dräger MicroTubes are known for being simple to use. To operate, the user needs to insert the tube into a suitable Dräger pump, which draws a known volume of air through the tube. After the air sample passes through, the user can compare the color change with a scale printed on the tube to determine the concentration of Benzene.

5. Applications:

   • The MicroTube Benzene 0.15-10 ppm is commonly used in environments where Benzene might be present, such as:

     • Industrial settings (e.g., refineries, petrochemical plants, and chemical factories)

     • Laboratories handling or working with Benzene

     • Environmental monitoring in areas where Benzene is used or might be emitted

     • Safety monitoring in workplaces where workers may be exposed to hazardous levels of Benzene

6. Storage & Handling:

   • These tubes are sensitive to heat and humidity, so they need to be stored in a cool, dry place to maintain their accuracy and integrity.

7. Safety Concerns:

   • Benzene is a toxic substance that poses serious health risks, including increased risk of cancer (specifically leukemia) and other chronic health issues. Continuous or excessive exposure to Benzene, even at low concentrations, can be hazardous to human health. Regular monitoring with reliable detection tools like the MicroTube Benzene helps ensure compliance with occupational safety regulations and reduces health risks in exposed areas.

8. Packaging:

   • The tubes are usually sold in small packages or boxes, each containing multiple tubes to allow for repeated testing. These tubes are typically calibrated and ready for immediate use upon receipt.

Key Features:

• Detection Range: 0.15-10 ppm

• Chemical reaction-based detection: Color change indicates concentration levels

• Easy to use: Compatible with Dräger pumps

• Highly accurate and sensitive

• Compact and portable for field use

• Widely applicable in industrial, laboratory, and environmental monitoring contexts

Advantages:

• Non-digital, simple operation makes it accessible for a wide range of users, from industrial safety officers to environmental inspectors.

• Low detection threshold (0.15 ppm) ensures early detection of even trace amounts of Benzene.

• Reliable and durable for extended use in varied environmental conditions.

• Portable and lightweight, ideal for mobile field testing.

This product is ideal for professionals in safety, environmental, and health sectors, providing them with a quick, reliable, and straightforward way to monitor and assess Benzene exposure risks in various settings.