New Flame Detector Is Ideal For Both H2 And Hc Fires

Teledyne Gas & Flame Detection (Teledyne GFD) has released its Spyglass™ Xtend triple-infrared flame detector, a notable industry advance that offers the simultaneous detection of both hydrogen (H2) and hydrocarbon (HC) fires.

New Flame Detector Is Ideal For Both H2 And Hc Fires​​​​​​​

Image Credit: Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection

This important innovation boosts safety in dense industrial environments where hydrogen flames can spread to other equipment and start fires involving hydrocarbon fuels that are invisible to an H2-only detector.

The combined detection of both hydrogen and hydrocarbon flames arrives courtesy of Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection’s triple-infrared technology. Where industrial spaces are highly populated with machines, equipment, tools, stored goods and many other common workplace items, a hydrogen flame can spread and trigger a fire involving hydrocarbon fuels. It is here that Spyglass™ Xtend is able to provide a crucial safety net.

Take the example of detecting hydrogen flames using an H2-only detector and prompting a subsequent safety action to interrupt the hydrogen supply and extinguish the flame. It would be easy to think the emergency is over, but any already burning hydrocarbon fires will persist. An H2 detector cannot detect HC flames.

With its integral triple-infrared technology - paired with a unique algorithm - the new Spyglass™ Xtend flame detector supports an enhanced safety strategy by detecting both hydrogen and hydrocarbon flames simultaneously. Five selectable sensitivity levels are available.

“Users of our Spyglass™ Xtend can take advantage of a considerably longer detection range, while response times are much faster compared with existing UV/IR technology,” explains Régis PRÉVOST, Product Line Manager at Teledyne GFD. “The result? Earlier detection of hydrogen and/or hydrocarbon flames, protecting workers and minimising damage to your premises and assets. It’s also worth pointing out that the hydrogen flame detection performance of the Spyglass™ Xtend matches that of our existing Spyglass™ IR3-H2, which is dedicated solely to hydrogen.”

The new triple-infrared technology ensures perfect immunity against false alarms or untimely faults due to sun glare or heavy rain, guaranteeing reliable operation in outdoor environments. Further supporting outside use, heated optics prevent condensation and frosting, while users can ensure nominal detector performance by undertaking automatic or manual self-tests that check the optics are clean. The stainless steel enclosure carries IP66/68 and NEMA 4X/6 ingress protection ratings.

Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection’s Spyglass™ Xtend offers a number of universal current outputs, including analogue 4-20 mA, sink or source, alarm and fault, while an optional HART® 7 digital output supports easy configuration and diagnostic capability for preventive maintenance strategies. The new flame detector carries Safety Integrity Level (SIL 2), ATEX, IECEX and usFMc certifications.

​​​​​​​

Image Credit: Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection

Any dense industrial settings looking to boost safety credentials and provide greater worker and asset protection will find that the new Spyglass™ Xtend stands up to scrutiny with its simultaneous, fast and reliable detection of both hydrogen and hydrocarbon flames. Two versions are available: with or without onboard HD video output. The HD video option offers real-time monitoring of the area and automatic video recording during alarms for detailed post-event analysis.

For more information, visit www.teledynegasandflamedetection.com or contact [email protected]

Citations

Please use one of the following formats to cite this article in your essay, paper or report:

  • APA

    Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection. (2025, February 25). New Flame Detector Is Ideal For Both H2 And Hc Fires. AZoSensors. Retrieved on March 17, 2025 from https://www.azosensors.com/news.aspx?newsID=16252.

  • MLA

    Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection. "New Flame Detector Is Ideal For Both H2 And Hc Fires". AZoSensors. 17 March 2025. <https://www.azosensors.com/news.aspx?newsID=16252>.

  • Chicago

    Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection. "New Flame Detector Is Ideal For Both H2 And Hc Fires". AZoSensors. https://www.azosensors.com/news.aspx?newsID=16252. (accessed March 17, 2025).

  • Harvard

    Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection. 2025. New Flame Detector Is Ideal For Both H2 And Hc Fires. AZoSensors, viewed 17 March 2025, https://www.azosensors.com/news.aspx?newsID=16252.

Tell Us What You Think

Do you have a review, update or anything you would like to add to this news story?

Leave your feedback
Your comment type
Submit

While we only use edited and approved content for Azthena answers, it may on occasions provide incorrect responses. Please confirm any data provided with the related suppliers or authors. We do not provide medical advice, if you search for medical information you must always consult a medical professional before acting on any information provided.

Your questions, but not your email details will be shared with OpenAI and retained for 30 days in accordance with their privacy principles.

Please do not ask questions that use sensitive or confidential information.

Read the full Terms & Conditions.