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MIPEX-04 ppm [C3H8]

Features

The MIPEX-04 PPM C₃H₈ propane gas sensor uses an LED-based NDIR design with ultra-low power consumption and high sensitivity to detect propane at very low concentrations.
Target application
Designed for portable gas detectors used in industrial safety systems.
HIGH SENSITIVITY
Detects propane from as low as 30 ppm — suitable for early leak detection.
ULTRA-LOW POWER
Average current consumption is less than 100 µA, ideal for energy-efficient designs.
SMART DATA OUTPUT
Built-in microcontroller provides linear, temperature-compensated signal via UART.
INTRINSIC SAFETY
Explosion-proof design (level “ia”) without the need for metal-ceramic sinters.

Technical SPECIFICATIONS

MIPEX-04 PPM is an ultra-low-power NDIR gas sensor for continuous propane (C₃H₈) monitoring in industrial environments.

It uses an LED-based infrared source and dual-wavelength technology to reduce interference from water vapor and optical contamination.

The sensor is designed for use in portable gas detectors where long battery life and reliable performance are critical.

ADVANTAGES:

  • Detects propane from 30 ppm to 2.5% vol.
  • 10 ppm measurement resolution.
  • Low power consumption: less than 100 µA average current
  • Certified explosion-proof design (Ex "ia")
  • Linear, temperature-compensated output via UART

ParameterValue
General specification
Gas sampling method:Diffusion
Operating principle:NDIR
Calibration gasC₃H₈
Relative humidityup to 98%(without condensation)
Atmospheric pressure, kPa80…120
Temperature, °C-40...+60
Warm-up time, sec≤ 120
Life time, years> 10
Housing materialPolycarbonate Lexan™
Overall dimensions, mm52×24×18
Weight, g11.0…13.5
Measurement specification
Measurement range0...600 ppm
0,06...2,5% vol.
Resolution, ppm10
Accuracy
(+20…+25 ⁰C)
± 30 ppm
± 5 % of readings (whichever is greater)
Response time (T90), sec≤ 30
Electrical specification
Operating supply voltage, VDC+2.5…+5.0
Maximum supply voltage, VDC+5.4
Communication interfaceUART
Average current, µA
less than 100
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