Chlorine SafeAir Color Comparator
The color comparator allows you to pinpoint the exposure dose of the gas when used with the standard badge.
Does NOT come with the badge. The badge needs to be purchased additionally
Note: we are not able to ship the badges overseas
- SKU
- M 383010
Description / Chlorine SafeAir Color Comparator
Color change for Chlorine is from yellow to orange.
The SafeAir Chlorine badge may be used for personnel or area monitoring for exposure times ranging from 15 minute to 48 hours. For higher resolution, this color comparator can be used with the SafeAir chlorine badge (part number: 382009-50).
Introduction
Chlorine is a greenish-yellow gas with a pungent, irritating odor. Generally, chlorine is a potent respiratory system irritant. Mild exposures to chlorine cause burning of eyes, nose and mouth. Exposure to concentrations as high as 1000 ppm is likely to be fatal after a few deep breaths. The OSHA PEL for chlorine is 1 ppm (ceiling), whereas the NIOSH REL is 0.5ppm (ceiling).
Chlorine is an important chemical commodity widely used in the production of safe drinking water. It is also extensively used in the production of paper products, dyestuffs, textiles, petroleum products, chlorinated solvents, etc.
Principle of Operation
The SafeAir chlorine badge is a monitoring system designed to indicate the presence of chlorine at concentrations below the permissible exposure limit. The SafeAir chlorine badge detects the presence of chlorine by forming a color change in the shape of an exclamation mark inside the triangle. This indication is produced by a color-forming reaction which occurs when chlorine reacts with a flat indicator layer.
Operating Instructions
1. Remove the pouch from the refrigerator and allow it to warm to room temperature.
2. Remove the badge from its protective pouch.
3. For personnel monitoring, attach the badge near the user’s breathing zone (i.e. the collar) with the front side exposed to the surrounding atmosphere.
4. For area monitoring, attach the badge to a stand and mount in a centralized area with the front side exposed to the surrounding atmosphere.
5. The exclamation mark appears within the triangle when chlorine is present. Please note that the exclamation mark will appear underneath the printed exposure dose (sensitivity).
6. To obtain the average concentration, divide the exposure dose (ppm∙hr) by the exposure time in hours (hr).
Storage
The ChromAir chlorine monitor should be refrigerated in its sealed bag at all times.
Sampling Parameters
Color Change |
yellow to orange |
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Exposure dose (Badge) |
0.18 ppm-hr | |
Exposure dose (Badge with color comparator) |
0.03 - 3.0 ppm-hr | |
Minimum detectable limit (8 hours) |
0.023 ppm | |
Maximum recommended sampling time |
48 hours |
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Minimum recommended sampling time |
15 minutes |
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Relative humidity range |
30% - 90% |
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Face velocity range |
10 - 150 cm/sec |
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Temperature range |
60ºF - 91ºF |
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Light effect - UV (direct sunlight) |
no effect |
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Light effect - visible |
no effect |
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Color stability |
4 weeks |
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Refrigerated shelf life |
2 year |
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More Information
Manufacturer | Morphix |
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Gas | Chlorine (Cl2) |
Operational Temperature Range | 60°F - 91°F |
Operational RH Range | 30% - 90% |
Maximum Exposure | 3.0 ppm-hr |
Audible Alarm | No |
Calibration | N/A |
Sensor Life | 48 Hours |
Range | 0.03-3 ppm-hr |
Unit Features | Chlorine Range: 0.03 - 3.0 ppm-hr |
Sensor Range | 0.03-3 ppm-hr |