Product Data Sheet
00913-0200-4976, Rev AE
March 2024
Spectrex SharpEye™ 40/40C-I
Multi-Spectrum QuadSense Flame Detector
The SharpEye 40/40C-I Multi-Spectrum QuadSense flame detector is part of the leading, next
generation SharpEye 40/40 series.
Featuring enhanced performance, advanced long distance detection of hydrocarbon fires at
up to 215 ft (65 m), fast detection in under five seconds, and strengthened reliability, the
SharpEye 40/40C-I is based on proven triple infrared (IR3) technology, ensuring high sensitivity
with superior immunity to false alarms and surely keeping a SharpEye on your safety.
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Features and benefits
Multi-Spectrum QuadSense flame detector - integrating four infrared (IR) sensors to further improve differentiation of
flame sources from non-flame background radiation.
■ Advanced long distance detection of hydrogen and hydrocarbon-based fuel and gas fires at up to 215 ft (65 m)
■ Extended detection range more than doubles detection coverage
■ Ultra fast detection, high speed response under 50 msec
■ Proven false alarm immunity
■ Unparalleled reliability - 150,000 hours MTBF
■ Wide temperature range:
-40 °F (-40 °C) to +167 °F (+75 °C)
■ Enhanced durability backed up by with three-year warranty
■ Five sensitivity levels, adapting to any application
■ Innovative IR Built-In-Test - continuously validating the optical integrity and the electronic circuitry
■ Multiple output options for maximum compatibility with standard infrastructures
■ Plug and play - factory calibrated for immediate use in any fire detection system
■ Universal wiring option for fast ordering process
■ Heated optic for impeccable performance in challenging environmental conditions
■ Worldwide and regionally certified for hazardous areas
■ Performance and reliability approved by recognizable certification bodies
■ SIL3 compatible
■ Internal log event recorder to analyze past events
Contents
Features and benefits........................................................................................................................................................................ 2
Applications......................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Ordering information.........................................................................................................................................................................4
Specifications...................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Approvals.............................................................................................................................................................................................8
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Applications
■ Oil and gas onshore and offshore installations and pipelines
■ Chemical and petrochemical plants
■ Storage tank farms
■ Aircraft hangars
■ Power generation facilities
■ Pharmaceutical industry
■ Printing industry
■ Warehouses
■ Automotive industry
■ Explosives and munitions
■ Waste disposal facilities
■ Light industrial
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Ordering information
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Model
Code Description
-I QuadSense triple infrared (IR3)
Wiring
Code Description
-6 Universal
Operating temperature range
Code Description
4 -40 °F (-40 °C) to +167 °F (+75 °C)
Electrical cable entries
Code Description
1 M25
2 ¾-in. NPT
Enclosure
Code Description
A Aluminum polyurethane painted
Hazardous area approvals
Code Description
B INMETRO
F USA and Canada Explosion-Proof(1)
C ATEX/IECX/UKCA
R EAC CU TR
(1) Aluminum enclosure: FM, FMC
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Tilt mount
Code Description
Y Including tilt mount stainless steel 316
N Without tilt mount
Protective cover
Code Description
7 ABS plastic
8 Stainless steel 316
Accessories
Part number Description
FS-1100 Flame simulator (ex proof)
877090 Tilt mount
877670 Flame detector duct mount assembly
789260-2 Flame detector pole mount assembly, 2 in.
789260-1 Flame detector pole mount assembly, 3 in.
789260-3 Flame detector pole mount assembly, 4 in.
794079 USB RS-485 harness kit
877650 Flame detector air shield assembly
877263 Protective cover
(Plastic)
877163 Protective cover
(Stainless steel)
877563 Field of view limiter
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Specifications
Table 1: Detection ranges
At highest sensitivity setting for 1 ft.2 (0.1 m2) pan fire.
Fuel Range (ft./m)
Gasoline 215/65
n-Heptane 215/65
Diesel fuel 150/45
JP5 150/45
Kerosene 150/45
Ethanol 95% 135/40
Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) 135/40
Methanol 135/40
Methane(1) 150/45
Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)(1) 150/45
Polypropylene pellets 115/35
Office paper 83/25
Hydrogen(1) N/A
Magnesium alloy N/A
Gun powder (1.5 in.2 (10 cm2) 141/43
Fireworks (10 pieces per test) 23/7
Cooking oil 150/45
Mineral oil (20w50) 150/45
Wood 83/25
Ethylene glycol 118/35
Butyl acrylate 177/54
Vinyl acetate 177/54
Flammable adhesive (flash point < 140 °F [60 °C]) 150/45
Solvents 177/54
Oil paint 150/45
Jet fuel A1 150/45
Battery(2) 200/61
(1) 30 in. (0.75 m) high, 10 in. (0.25 m) wide plume fire
(2) Lithium ion battery. Height: 2.56 in. (65 mm). Diameter: 0.72 in. (18.4 mm).
Table 2: General specifications
Spectral response Four infrared bands between 2 and 5 μm
Detection response time Standard response: Typically < 5 sec
Sensitivity ranges 5 sensitivity ranges
Field of view Horizontal: 100 °
Vertical: 95 °
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Table 2: General specifications (continued)
Coverage area 12,999 ft2 (3962 m2)
Temperature range Operating: -40 to +167 °F (-40 to +75 °C)
Storage: -40 to +167 °F (-40 to +75 °C)
Humidity Non-condensing relative humidity up to 100%
Table 3: Electrical specifications
Operating voltage 24 Vdc nominal (18-32 Vdc)
Cable entries 2 x ¾-in. NPT conduits or 2 x M25 x 1.5 mm ISO
Electrical input protection According to EN 50130
Electromagnetic compatibility EMI/RFI protected to EN61000-6-3 and EN 50130
Electrical interface The detector includes 17 terminals and one wiring option.
Table 4: Typical power consumption (24 Vdc)
Mode mA Watts
Normal without heater 60 1.4
Normal without heater with alarm 90 2.2
Standard power mode heater with alarm 310 7.5
Table 5: Outputs
Relays Alarm, fault, and auxiliary
SPST volt-free contacts rated 2 A at 30 Vdc
Analog output Analog port malfunction: 0 V (< 0.5 V)
Normal: 2 V ± 0.3 V
Alarm: 5 V ± 0.3 V
0-20 mA (stepped) Fault: 0 ± 1 mA
Built-in test (BIT) fault: 2 mA ± 0.3 mA
Normal: 4 mA ± 0.3 mA
Warning: 16 mA ± 0.3 mA
Alarm: 20 mA ± 0.3 mA
HART® protocol HART communications on the 0-20 mA analog current (FSK)
used for maintenance, configuration changes, and asset
management, available in mA source output wiring options
RS-485 RS-485 Modbus® compatible communication link that can be
used in computer controlled installations
Table 6: Mechanical specifications
Enclosure options Heavy duty copper free aluminum (less than 1%), polyurethane
painted
Mounting Electropolished stainless steel 316
Dimensions Detector: 4 x 4.6 x 6.18 in. (100.6 x 117 x 155 mm)
Weight Detector aluminum: 2.8 lb (1.3 kg)
Tilt mount: 2.5 lb (1.1 kg)
Water and dust IP66 and IP68 per EN 60529, NEMA® 250 6P
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Approvals
For approvals information, see Spectrex 40/40 Series Certification Information.
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