Crowcon Vortex Gas Detection Control Panel

Product Overview

Crowcon Vortex

Manufactured by Crowcon, the Vortex is a flexible control panel package which can be customised to meet your specific gas detection requirements without the need for extensive cabling.

Vortex Rack & Panel comprise just the essential input, output and controller modules mounted on a DIN rail while an optional display module is available in panel-mounting and 19″ Rack formats.

This configuration is ideal for incorporation into a variety of specialist enclosures, such as 19″ format or those with high ingress protection.

Other standard features include RS-485 Modbus communications for remote non-intrusive calibration and configuration.

Gas Detection Control Panel Features

• 1 to 12 channels (including 3 for fire) – up to 12 devices can be monitored by reviewing just one control panel, saving time and manpower
• Each channel has 1 fault level and 3 alarm levels which can be combined in any pattern to trigger up to 32 output relays – flexibility built in, initially configured to suit your operational needs, then channels/alarms are easily customised by you if requirements change
• Can be factory set to your requirements. Then when in situ, can easily be configured to suit your needs using Vortex PC software
• Push buttons on front display – day-to-day operations are easily undertaken
• LED display panel lights – faults are easily seen and whole system can be checked at a glance
• Modbus compatibility – no extensive cabling required; cable connections within the unit are easy
• Space within units for access to cable terminals
• Uses industry standard communication links – simple to integrate into existing control systems
• Any adjustments are performed electronically – minimal maintenance and no drift from adjustable potentiometers
• Separate zones can be individually inhibited – you can work on specific areas without affecting the rest of the system
• Modular construction – replacement parts if required, which plug straight in
• Validated to IEC 61508 (SIL 1) – demonstrates system dependability
• System monitors relays continuously – coil faults are identified immediately without input from you
• Internal battery pack* – power outs are not a problem. Internal battery pack continuously monitored for change levels and connection. System is operational at all times

*Not available on flameproof versions

Specification

Visit hazardous area gas detectors for explosion and flameproof gas monitoring and detection instruments with certification for potentially explosive atmospheres, including Zone 1 and Zone 2 (according to ATEX and IECEx) and Class/Division categories (according to North American standards).