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FALCO 2 11.7

The market’s most reliable fixed VOC monitor with a high-energy 11.7 eV lamp, for hazardous gas detection.

 

FALCO 2 11.7 is ION Science’s latest innovation in fixed Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) monitoring. Capable of detecting high ionisation energy compounds such as acrylonitrile, acetylene, ethanol, ethylene oxide, methanol, propane, formaldehyde, chloroform, acetic acid and dichloromethane, FALCO 2 11.7 is an imperative tool for protecting lives and preserving the environment.

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Features

 

FALCO 2 11.7 is designed for seamless integration with diverse systems, ensuring efficient data collection and monitoring. With a 60-second duty cycle and sampling every 20 seconds, it delivers optimal performance while maximising lamp lifetime. Its flexible configuration includes two programmable relays, analogue and digital, offering versatile control options for complex industrial applications.

Designed for durability and cost effectiveness, FALCO 2 11.7 operates reliably in high humidity (0-99% RH) and challenging environments. Its advanced technology delivers precise VOC detection, making it ideal for industries requiring consistent and trusted monitoring.

 

Key Features

  • IP65 Ingress Protection – Protection against harsh conditions and weather temperatures,
  • Optimised Sensor Performance – Duty cycling enhances sensor efficiency and extends lamp lifetime.
  • Robust ExD Housing – ExD housing offers ease of installation and product protection.
  • Typhoon Technology – Prevents condensation forming within the PID sensor.
  • Certifications – Meets ATEX, IECEx, and North American certification.
  • Live Readings and Instantaneous Alarms – Bright visible status indicator: RED, AMBER, GREEN.
 

Typical Industries and Applications

  • Solvent and Chemical Storage
  • Li-ion Battery Manufacturing and Storage
  • Leak Detection
  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Indoor Air Quality Monitoring
  • Fenceline Monitoring
  • Air Handling Performance
  • Process Monitoring Specification
 

Technical Specification 

 
Specification                                       Value
   
Sensor   Photoionisation detector with 11.7 eV lamp
Range and Sensitivity 200 ppm, 0.1 ppm
Response Time (T90) 60 seconds (one full cycle)
Lamp Lifetime Up to 4 months from date of delivery*
Accuracy +/- 12% or +/- 1 digit
User Interface
  • OLED high contrast white on black 128 x 64 pixels
  • Screen size: 35 mm (w) 17.5 mm (h)
  • 5 magnetic switches with LED confirmation
Status Indicator Tri-colour: RED, AMBER, GREEN, visible up to 20m away
Output
  • 4 – 20 mA
  • 2 programmable relays
  • RS485 Modbus
Temperature Operational: -20oC to +50 oC
Storage: -40oC to +60 oC
Humidity 0-99% Relative Humidity (RH)
Approvals

ATEX: II 2G Ex db ib IIC T4 Gb
IECEx: Ex db ib IIC T4 Gb

Ingress Protection Rating IP65
Electrical Working Voltage: 8 to 40 Vdc
Typical 2 W, max. 8 watts
Mechanical Interface 2 x cable entry points with M25 threads (left and right)
Mounting Points 2 x M8
Weight & Dimensions 2.5 kg
223 (h) x 192 (w) x 115 (d) mm
EMC EMC Directive 2014/30/EU
Warranty Unit
1 year (standard)
2 years (extended)
Lamp
3 months from date of sale by ION Science