Crowcon Vortex - 1-12 Channel Gas Detection Control Panel

Require Install, Commissioning, Calibration or Servicing?

Safety Gear Store are able to install, commission and service your fixed gas detection system. We offer a professional service from fully trained, certified and manufacturer approved engineers, we are also one of the only suppliers with engineers that carry spares in their vehicles to ensure a quick and efficient service that will enable you to continue using your facility.
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Fixed Gas Detection System Install and Commissioning

Fixed Gas Detection System Calibration and Servicing

Vortex is available in four formats:

Wall mounted (Vortex)
19″ rack mounted (Vortex rack)
Panel mounted (Vortex panel) or
Exd Flameproof (Vortex FP)

Vortex Rack & Panel comprise just the essential input, output and controller modules mounted on a DIN rail. 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.

Channels and display

• 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 PanelsPro 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
  
  

Installation and maintenance

• Modbus compatability – 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
  
  

Compliance and reliability

• 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
  
  

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