The Hi Flow® Sampler is designed to measure the rate of gas leakage around various pipe fittings, valve packings, and compressor seals found in natural gas transmission, storage, and compressor facilities. This is accomplished by sampling at a very large flow rate (8 to 10 SCFM) to completely capture any gas leaking from the component. Then by accurately measuring the flow rate of the sampling stream and the natural gas concentration, it is possible to calculate the rate of the gas leak.

We at Bacharach are very excited about our partnership with the Gas Technology Institute in the commercialization of their patented Hi Flow Sampler. Many changes and enhancements have been made from the original instrument including: intrinsic safety, data logging, and instantaneous leak-rate display just to name a few.

Specifications:

Measured Values:

Gas sample flow rate

Background gas concentration

Sample gas concentration

Calculated Values:

Leak rate of component under test

Leak concentration corrected for background

Measurable Leak Rate: 0.05 to 8.00 SCFM

Accuracy of Calculated Leak Rate: ±10%

Sampling Flow Rate: 10.5 SCFM maximum (297 LPM) at full battery charge

Memory: Stores up to 1000 individual test parameters

Natural Gas Sensor:

Detection Method: Catalytic oxidation / Thermal conductivity

Range: 0 to 5% methane, catalytic; 5 to 100% methane, thermal

Accuracy: ±5% of reading or 0.02% methane, whichever is greater

Battery:

Type: NiMH rechargeable pack

Voltate: 5.5V max.

Recharge Time: 8 to 10 hours

Run Time: >4.5 hours continuous at 68°F

Operating Temperature: 32 to 122°F

Measurement Method: Differential pressure across restriction

Dimensions: 18 x 12 x 7 inches

Weight: 20 lb

Agency Approvals:

Designed to be intrinsically safe for use in hazardous locations, Class I, Division 1, Groups A, B, C & D in North America

CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 157 (June 1992)

ANSI (June 27, 2002)/UL913-2002