MicroTube Mercaptan 50-6000 ppb | Draeger

The MicroTube Mercaptan 50-6000 ppb by Draeger is a precision gas detection product designed for the measurement of mercaptans, which are sulfur-containing compounds commonly found in natural gas, petrochemical, and industrial applications. The MicroTube technology offers a reliable, easy-to-use method for detecting low concentrations of mercaptan in air or gases.

Key Features:

1. Mercaptan Detection Range:

   • The device is calibrated to measure mercaptan concentrations within a range of 50 ppb to 6000 ppb (parts per billion).

   • This wide detection range makes it suitable for both trace-level detection in environmental monitoring and higher concentration measurements in industrial processes.

2. Highly Sensitive and Accurate:

   • The MicroTube system is designed to provide high sensitivity and accuracy when measuring low levels of mercaptan in the air. This is critical, as mercaptans are often present in very small concentrations, but even trace amounts can have a significant odor and toxicological impact.

3. Draeger Tube Technology:

   • Draeger Tubes are a well-established, colorimetric method for detecting gases and vapors. The technology uses a reagent-filled glass tube that changes color in response to the target gas (mercaptan in this case).

   • The gas sample is drawn through the tube via a Draeger Pump. The degree of color change is directly proportional to the concentration of mercaptan in the air.

4. Easy-to-Use:

   • The MicroTube is designed for ease of use, requiring minimal technical expertise. Users can easily insert the tube into the Draeger pump, draw a sample of air, and visually read the result from the color change in the tube.

   • The simplicity of operation makes this product ideal for field use, particularly in environments where rapid and accurate gas measurements are needed.

5. Applications:

   • Industrial Safety: Used in industries like natural gas, petroleum refining, and chemical manufacturing where mercaptans are present in trace amounts. These compounds are often added to gases (like natural gas) to make them detectable by smell.

   • Environmental Monitoring: Detects trace levels of mercaptans in air quality monitoring applications, especially in areas near industrial plants, oil refineries, or pipelines.

   • Leak Detection: Used to identify and locate mercaptan leaks in gas pipelines, distribution systems, or facilities handling chemicals.

   • Odor Control: Helps monitor the presence of mercaptans, which are known for their strong odor, to ensure it doesn’t exceed tolerable limits in environments like residential or commercial areas.

6. Cost-Effective Monitoring:

   • The Draeger MicroTube offers a cost-effective solution for field monitoring of mercaptan without the need for sophisticated electronic analyzers. The low maintenance and minimal consumables make it an economical option for companies and agencies that need regular monitoring.

7. Compliance and Regulation:

   • The product helps businesses comply with safety standards and environmental regulations by providing a reliable means of measuring hazardous compounds like mercaptans in ambient air or gas emissions.

Specifications:

• Concentration Range: 50 ppb to 6000 ppb

• Tube Type: Colorimetric detection tube

• Method: Draeger Tube system (requires Draeger Pump for sample collection)

• Size: Compact and portable, suitable for field use

• Application: Suitable for gas monitoring, leak detection, and safety compliance in industrial environments.

Advantages:

• Portable and Convenient: Compact size makes it easy to carry and use in various field settings.

• Rapid Results: Provides almost instant results with visible color change.

• Low Maintenance: Requires minimal maintenance and simple operation.

• Versatile: Ideal for various applications from industrial safety to environmental monitoring.