Gastec KS Oxygen Sensor

The Gastec KS Oxygen Sensor serves as a vital component for ensuring workplace safety and process control in industries where oxygen levels must be strictly monitored. Operating on the principle of a galvanic cell, this sensor functions similarly to a battery, where the presence of oxygen triggers a chemical reaction that produces a measurable electrical current. This current is directly proportional to the concentration of oxygen, allowing for real-time, linear data output.

One of the primary advantages of this Oxygen sensorKS model is its robust design, which features dual-inlet ports at the top for efficient gas sampling. This configuration allows for either diffusion-based sensing or integration into a pumped sampling system. The GO-25KS model is specifically tuned for stability, ensuring that calibration remains consistent even in varying industrial conditions. For procurement and safety engineers, this means reduced maintenance intervals and higher confidence in life-safety monitoring systems.

Description

The Gastec KS Oxygen Sensor is a specialized sensing component engineered for high-accuracy measurement of oxygen levels in various environments. This model, designated as the GO-25KS, utilizes proven galvanic cell technology to deliver consistent and reliable performance in critical safety applications.

Brand

Gastec

GASTEC

Although, technology is always evolving, one demand on our products never changes: the demand for customer safety. Whenever we contribute to customer safety, we are presented with an opportunity to develop further.

GASTEC holds this corporate creed of safety and development in high esteem, as it strives to grow while always putting customer safety first.

Specifications

FeatureSpecification
Model NumberKS-25 / KS series
Detection PrincipleGalvanic Cell
Compatible DevicesKS-7O, GOA-7H, GOC-200
Measurement Range0.0 – 25.0% (Enhanced up to 50.0%)
Response Time ($T_{90}$)$leq$ 15 seconds
Operating Temp-10°C to 40°C
WeightApprox. 20g – 25g (Sensor only)

Features

  • Utilizes advanced galvanic cell technology for self-powered oxygen sensing.
  • Compact physical architecture ($20 times 20 times 43$ mm) allows for integration into portable or fixed-point monitors.
  • Features dual sampling ports to support various industrial installation requirements.
  • Integrated pin-style connectors for secure and simplified PCB mounting.
  • Extremely lightweight 21g design minimizes the footprint within complex instrumentation.

Applications

The Oxygen sensorKS is ideally suited for the following industrial environments:

  • Confined space monitoring in petrochemical and utility sectors.
  • Workplace safety systems in medical and research laboratories.
  • Oxygen deficiency monitoring in commercial storage and industrial gas facilities.
  • Integration into portable multi-gas detectors for safety professionals.
  • Process control in manufacturing environments requiring specific atmospheric conditions.