What is H2S on a gas detector?

Hydrogen Sulfide, or h2s, is an extremely toxic and hazardous gas. It is transparent and gives off an odor of spoiled eggs. It is highly explosive and prolonged exposure to the gas can be deadly. If hydrogen sulfide is released into an environment, early detection of the chemical compound is critical.

How much does a gas detector cost?

Portable Gas Detectors Very affordable, most cost between $100-$200 each, and can allow workers to use them in any area of a facility.

Is there a hydrogen sulfide detector?

A gas monitor helps keep workers safe in hazardous environments. Our single gas H2S monitor is designed to alert workers when the level of Hydrogen Sulfide reaches the high or low alarm set point.

How does H2S detector work?

Hydrogen sulfide gas detectors primarily use electrochemical sensors to detect and measure parts-per-billion (‘ppb’) and parts-per-million (“ppm”) levels of H2S gas. These sensors depend on a highly reliable electrochemical reaction that occurs when H2S gas combines with specific materials used in the sensor.

What are the dangers of H2S?

Moderate exposure to H2S can worsen respiratory issues, nausea, dizziness, vomiting, difficulty breathing, headache and coughing. High concentrations can lead to convulsions, shock, inability to breathe, coma and death.

Which sensors are used in gas detectors?

Which sensors are used in gas detectors? Electrochemical sensors. With an electrochemical sensor toxic gases such as CO, H2S, NH3, Cl2, NO2, SO2, etc. Catalytic sensors. With a catalytic sensor combustible gases can be detected. Photoionization (PID) sensors. Infrared (IR) sensors. Galvanic sensors. Semiconductor sensors.

Is H2S dangerous?

H2S, or hydrogen sulfide , is a colorless gas that is flammable and extremely hazardous. The gas is often associated with “rotten egg” smell and can be very dangerous to be around.

How is smell of H2S gas?

At low levels, hydrogen sulfide gas has a strong odor similar to rotten eggs . You can smell hydrogen sulfide gas at lower levels than may cause health effects, so smelling the gas does not always mean that it will make you sick. However, at higher levels, your nose can become overwhelmed by the gas and you cannot smell it.