RKI AirLink 6900 – Wireless Gas Detector
Explosion Proof Transmitter
Features
- Electrochemical, PID, or IR sensors
- Wireless communication
900 MHz radio and 52 networks
2.4 GHz radio and 78 networks - Dual battery powered
- Battery life
2-year max – electrochemical sensors
1-year max low-power infrared sensors - Graphical LCD with LED backlight, readable in sunlight
- 3 Push-button interface (ADD, MENU, SUB) with corresponding magnetic, non-intrusive switches
- Explosion/flame-proof certification for select gases
- 1-Year warranty
- Optional remote-mount sensor kit with enclosure
AirLink 6900 Product Datasheet [PDF]
AirLink 6900 Operator’s Manual [PDF]
AirLink Brochure [PDF]
The RKI AirLink 6900 is a versatile truly wire free transmitter using electrochemical, PID or low-power infrared sensor elements to detect a variety of gases. Wireless, dual battery power (3.6 V Lithium-Thionyl Chloride battery) with 900 MHZ or 2.4 GHz radio options. Magnetic switches allow for non-intrusive calibration as well as full system settings and diagnostics, while in the field.
The AirLink 6900 Gas Detector represents the latest leading edge wireless technology in fixed gas detection today.
Related Services
- Design, Consultations, and Engineering
- Installation
- Start-up
- Training
- System Maintenance
Applications
- Petrochemical plants
- Refineries
- Water & wastewater treatment plants
- Pulp & paper mills
- Manufacturing facilities
- Construction
- Chemical plants
- Temporary or permanent applications
Sensor Options
| Gas Type | Range | T90 | Hazard Classification |
| AsH3 | 0 – 1 ppm | < 30 sec. | Class 1, Div 2 |
| CL2 | 0 – 10 ppm | < 60 sec. | Class 1, Div 2 |
| CLO2 | 0 – 1 ppm | < 120 sec. | Class 1, Div 2 |
| CO | 0 – 300 ppm | < 30 sec. | Class 1, Div 1 |
| CO2-IR | 0 – 1.5% Vol. | < 30 sec. | Class 1, Div 1 |
| ETO | 0 – 10 ppm | < 80 sec. | Class 1, Div 2 |
| F2 | 0 – 1 ppm | < 80 sec. | Class 1, Div 2 |
| H2S | 0 – 100 ppm | < 30 sec. | Class 1, Div 2 |
| H2S2K | 0 – 2000 ppm | < 25 sec. | Class 1, Div 2 |
| HCL | 0 – 30 ppm | < 300 sec. | Class 1, Div 2 |
| HCN | 0 – 30 ppm | < 70 sec. | Class 1, Div 2 |
| HF | 0 – 10 ppm | < 90 sec. | Class 1, Div 2 |
| LEL CH4-IR | 0 – 100% LEL CH4 (0 – 5% Vol.) | < 30 sec. | Class 1, Div 1 |
| LEL HC-IR | 0 – 100% LEL | < 30 sec. | Class 1, Div 1 |
| NH3 | 0 – 100 ppm | < 90 sec. | Class 1, Div 2 |
| NH3300 | 0 – 300 ppm | < 120 sec. | Class 1, Div 2 |
| NH3A | 0 – 1000 ppm | < 120 sec. | Class 1, Div 2 |
| NO | 0 – 250 ppm | < 40 sec. | Class 1, Div 2 |
| NO2 | 0 – 20 ppm | < 25 sec. | Class 1, Div 2 |
| O2 | 0 – 25% Vol. | < 15 sec. | Class 1, Div 1 |
| O3 | 0 – 5 ppm | < 60 sec. | Class 1, Div 2 |
| PH3 | 0 – 5 ppm | < 30 sec. | Class 1, Div 2 |
| SO2 | 0 – 20 ppm | < 35 sec. | Class 1, Div 1 |
| PID – VOC 10.6eV Low Range | 0 – 10.00 / 20.00 / 50.00 ppm | < 3 sec. | Class 1, Div 1 |
| PID – VOC 10.6eV High Range | 0 – 100 / 200 / 500 / 1000 / 2000 ppm | < 3 sec. | Class 1, Div 1 |
| PID – VOC 10.0 eV | 0 – 10.00 / 20.00 / 50.00 / 100 ppm | < 3 sec. | Class 1, Div 1 |
| PID – VOC 11.7 eV | 0 – 100 ppm | < 3 sec. | Class 1, Div 1 |
Specifications
| Sensor Type | Electrochemical, PID or low-power infrared sensor | |
| Operating Voltage | 3.6V (19 Ah each, 38 Ah total) Lithium-Thionyl (Li-SOCl2) battery, with connector (non-rechargeable) |
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| Power Type | Dual battery powered | |
| Battery Life | 1 Year Max. (low power infrared), 2 year Max. (electrochemical), 14+ days (PID) | |
| RF Connection | External N-female radio frequency (RF) connector | |
| Display Screen | 102×64 Resolution graphical LCD screen transflective (sunlight readable) with LED backlight | |
| Interface | 3 Push-buttons (MENU, ADD and SUB)
3 Magnetic non-intrusive switches for calibration (MENU, ADD and SUB) |
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| Customizable Settings | Adjustable background gas setting | |
| Temperature Range | -40°C to +54°C | |
| Wireless Radio Options | 900 MHz (200 mW) radio (1-1.5 miles range) or 2.4 GHz (125 mW) radio (1-1.5 miles range) | |
| Networks | 52 Networks (900 MHz radio) or 78 networks (2.4 GHz radio)
255 addresses per network |
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| Remote Sensor Kit
(Optional Feature) |
Remote sensor kit available with enclosure (7 pin), available in lengths of up to 250 feet for (PID) and electrochemical and lengths of up to 40 feet for low power IR | |
| Product Dimensions | 5.42 in. L x 6.03 in. D x 17.03 in. H (Max. dimensions with attachments) | |
| Total Weight | 6 lbs. | |
| Hazardous Location
Approvals |
Main Enclosure | Certified explosion / flame proof CQPSUS
Class I, Division 1 & 2, Groups B, C & D Nema 3, 4, 4X, 7 (B, C, D) 9 (E, F, G) Temp.= -20°C to +60°C |
| Sensor Housing | Certified explosion / flame proof CQPSUS
Class I, Division 1 & 2, Groups B, C & D Temp.= -40°C to +60°C Note: Certification only applies to some gases. Toxic gases not certified for Div. 1 locations are suitable for Div. 2 applications but have no third party approval. |
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| Controllers | Compatible with AirLink 7010 and AirLink 7032 | |
| Warranty | 1-Year warranty for electronics and sensor (Two months for PID with 11.7 eV lamp) | |
| Battery Warranty | 90 days from ship date | |
