The SharpEye 40/40C-L4B Ultraviolet/Infrared (UV/IR) Flame Detector is part of the leading, next
generation SharpEye 40/40 series.
Featuring fast detection in under five seconds with proven immunity to false alarms, the integrated UV and
IR optical sensors detect hydrocarbon-based fuel and gas fires, ensuring flawless performance to keep a
SharpEye on your safety.
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Features and benefits
Integrating ultraviolet (UV) and infrared (IR) optical sensors for detection of hydrocarbon-based fuel and gas fires.
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Fast detection under five sec
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Proven false alarm immunity
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Unparalleled reliability - 150,000 hours MTBF
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Wide temperature range: -40 °F (-40 °C) to 167 °F (75 °C)
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Worldwide and regionally certified for hazardous areas
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Performance and reliability approved by recognizable certification bodies
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SIL3 compatible
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Enhanced durability backed up by with three-year warranty
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Innovative UV and IR built-in test - continuously validating the optical integrity and the electronic circuitry
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Multiple output options for maximum compatibility with standard infrastructures
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Plug and play - factory calibrated for immediate use in any fire detection system
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Universal wiring option for fast ordering process
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Three sensitivity levels, adapting to any application
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Heated optic for impeccable performance in challenging environmental conditions
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Internal log event recorder to analyze past events
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Oil and gas onshore and offshore installations and pipelines
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Petrochemical and chemical plants
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Storage tank farms
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Aircraft hangars
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Power generation facilities
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Pharmaceutical industry
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Printing industry
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Warehouses
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Automotive industry
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Waste disposal facilities
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Aerospace industry
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Light industrial
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Ordering information
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Model
CodeDescription
-L4BUltraviolet/infrared (UV/IR)
Wiring
CodeDescription
-6Universal
Operating temperature range
CodeDescription
4-40 °F (-40 °C) to 167 °F (75 °C)
Electrical cable entries
Code
1M25
2¾-in NPT
Description
Enclosure
Code
AAluminum polyurethane painted
Description
Hazardous area approval
Code
BInmetro (pending)
FFM, FMC, Canadian Standardization Association (CSA) for United States and Canada
CATEC, IECEx
REAC CU TR
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Tilt mount
CodeDescription
YIncluding tilt mount stainless steel 316
NWithout tilt mount
Protective cover
CodeDescription
7ABS plastic
8Stainless steel 316
Accessories
Part numberDescription
FS-1200Flame simulator (ex proof)
877090Tilt mount
877670Duct mount
789260-2U-bolt/pole mount 2-in
789260-1U-bolt/pole mount 3-in
794079USB RS-485 harness kit
877650Air shield
877263
877163Protective cover
(1)
(1)
Supplied free of charge with the detector.
Protective cover
(Plastic)
(Stainless steel)
Specifications
Table 1: Detection ranges
At highest sensitivity setting for 1 ft2 (0.1 m2) pan fire
FuelRange (ft/m)
Gasoline (petrol)93/28
n-Heptane93/28
Diesel70/21
JP5 fuel70/21
Kerosene70/21
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Table 1: Detection ranges (continued)
FuelRange (ft/m)
Ethanol 95%57/17
Isopropyl alcohol (IPA)70/21
Methanol57/17
Methane
Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)
Polypropylene pellets60/18
Office paper33/10
Magnesium alloy33/10
Gun powder (1.5 in² (10 cm²))93/28
Fireworks (10 pieces per test)10/3
Cooking oil70/21
Mineral oil (20w50)70/21
Wood33/10
(1)
(1)
60/18
60/18
Ethylene glycol23/7
Butyl acrylate70/21
Vinyl acetate70/21
Flammable adhesive (flash point < 60 ° C)70/21
Solvents70/21
Oil paint70/21
Jet fuel A170/21
(2)
Battery
(1)
30-in (0.75 m) high, 10-in (0.25 m) wide plume fire
(2)
One battery cell
75/23
Table 2: General specifications
Spectral responseUltraviolet: 0.185 to 0.260 μm
Infrared: 4.3 to 4.8 μm
Detection response timeStandard response: Typically 5 sec
Sensitivity ranges3 sensitivity ranges for 1 ft2 (0.1 m2) n-heptane pan fire
Field of viewHorizontal: 100 °
Vertical: 95 °
Temperature rangeOperating: -40 °F (-40 °C) to 167 °F (75 °C)
Storage: -40 °F (-40 °C) to 167 °F (75 °C)
HumidityNon-condensing relative humidity up to 100%
Table 3: Electrical specifications
Operating voltage24 Vdc nominal (18-32 Vdc)
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Table 3: Electrical specifications (continued)
Power consumptionStandby: Maximum 3 W (8 W with heated window)
Alarm: Maximum 4.2 W (9.6 W with heated window)
Cable entries2 x ¾-in - 14 NPT conduits or 2 x M25 x 1.5 mm ISO
Electrical input protectionAccording to EN 50130
Electromagnetic compatibilityEMI/RFI protected to EN61000-6-3 and EN 50130
Electrical interfaceThe detector includes 17 terminals and one wiring option
Table 4: Outputs
RelaysAlarm, fault, and auxiliary
SPST volt-free contacts rated 2A at 30 Vdc
Analog outputAnalog 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® protocolHART communication on the 0-20 mA analog current (FSK)
used for maintenance, configuration changes, and asset
management, available in mA source output wiring options
RS-485RS-485 Modbus®-compatible communication link that can be
used in computer controlled installations
Table 5: Mechanical specifications
Enclosure optionsHeavy duty copper free aluminum (less than 1%), polyurethane
painted
Tilt mountElectropolished stainless steel 316
DimensionsDetector: 4 x 4.6 x 6.18 in (100.6 x 117 x 155 mm)
WeightDetector aluminum: 2.8 lb (1.3 kg)
Tilt mount: 2.5 lb (1.1 kg)
Water and dustIP66 and IP68 per EN 60529, NEMA® 250 6P
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Approvals
Hazardous area
September 2021
ATEX and IECEx
FM/FMC/CSA
TR CU (EAC)
In Metro
Performance
EN54-10 | FM3260
Reliability
IEC61508 - SIL3 (TUV)
Ex II 2GD
Ex db eb IIC T4 Gb
Ex tb IIIC T100 °C Db
Ta = -40 °C to +75 °C
IP66/IP68
Class I, Division 1, Groups B, C, and D, T4A
Class II, III, Division 1, Groups E, F, and G, T4A
Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, and D, T4
Ta = -40 °C to +75 °C
Type 6P; IP 66/68 6.6 ft (2 m) for 45 minutes
1Ex d e IIC T4 Gb
Ex tb IIIC T100 °C Db
Ta = -40 °C to +75 °C
IP66/IP68