PhoCheck+^® PID Detector - Advanced, Humidity Resistant PID for VOCs

The PhoCheck+ photoionisation (PID) detector is a technologically advanced humidity resistant PID for volatile organic compounds (VOCs), providing rapid response and accurate detection. The PhoCheck+ PID detector has a dynamic range detecting VOCs from 1 ppb to 10,000 ppm.

Proven PID Technology

Independently verified as the best performing PID detector on the market, its unique patented Fence Electrode Technology incorporates a three-electrode format enabling proven resistance to humidity and contamination, giving optimal performance in the field.

Evidence shows the PID detection capabilities of the PhoCheck+ give faster, more accurate and more consistent results, outperforming all competition.

The PID Detector of Choice

With a dynamic detection range capable of detecting VOC’s at low toxicity thresholds and high explosive limits, PhoCheck+ is the PID detector of choice for industries including; environmental, petrochemical, HazMat and confined spaced entry.  Its accuracy and rapid response provide optimal performance in the field, giving you the results you can rely on.

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Features

• Unique patented Fence Electrode Technology for humidity resistance
• Detects VOC's from 1 ppb - 10,000 ppm 
• Rapid response and recovery for fast detection
• Detects all major VOC's - data available for over 450 gases 
• Intrinsically safe for use in flammable areas
• Health and Safety mode for STEL and TWA monitoring
• Choice of readouts - numbers or a real time graph
• Icon driven menu for easy use in international markets
• Continuous data logging (stores over 130,000 individual readings)
• Traceable results and data download via IRDA link
• Interactive Ion PC software
• Fully upgradeable throughout the PhoCheck+ and FirstCheck+ range

Specification

INTRINSICALLY SAFE APPROVALS
II 2 G Baseefa 03ATEX0742 EEx ia II T4 (-20 °C < Ta < 60)
IECEx BAS 04.0033 (world standard)

BATTERIES
Dry cell: Alkaline 4 x AA - 20 hours

MAXIMUM RANGE*
1 ppb to 10,000 ppm
0.01 to 10,000 mg/m³

RESPONSE 
T90 ~ 1 sec rise and clear down

ACCURACY 
+/-5% of displayed reading +/- one digit**

LINEARITY
+/-5% of displayed reading +/- one digit**

OPERATING TEMPERATURE
-20 to  60 °C (-13 to 140 °F)

STORAGE TEMPERATURE
-20 to 70 °C (-13 to 158 °F)

DATA LOGGING*
Automatically records readings every second including date and time stamp. 8 Mb.

ALARM
Flashing LED and 90 dBA (10 cm) audible sounder 
Pre-program STEL and TWA*
Pre-programmed 250 gases and gas mixtures*

DIMENSIONS
 Case: 420 x 320 x 97 mm (16.5 x 12.5 x 3.8")
 Instrument: 340 x 60 x 49 mm (13.5 x 2.3 x 1.9")

WEIGHT
Instrument: 0.58 kg (1.3 lb)
Packed: 3 kg (6.6 lb) 
EMC tested To EN61000-6-3 & EN61000-6-1 2001

Applications

• STEL and TWA monitoring
• Atmosphere monitoring
• Landfill surveillance
• Emergency first response
• HazMat/WMD
• Confined space entry
• Environmental clean-up
• Head space monitoring
• Arson investigation
• Petrochemical
• Leak detection
• Industrial painting
• Soil Screening

Downloads

The following PhoCheck+ Handheld VOC Gas Detector documents can be downloaded below. To obtain hard copies of any of the items, please email info@ionscience.com

• Brochure: Phocheck+_V2.5
• Manual: PhoCheck+ Manual V2.6

Accessories

The following accessories are available for the PhoCheck+ Handheld VOC Gas Detector. For further information or pricing please contact Ion Science or your local Distributor.

What's Included?

Models
PhoCheck+ is available in a number of variants that can be easily upgraded throughout the range – please see details below. Choose the instrument to best suit your requirements.

PhoCheck 1000Ex – low price, entry level PID
The PhoCheck 1000 is a low price, entry level VOC detector with a range of 0.1 - 4,000 ppm for use in non hazardous environments. The instrument is ideal for indoor air quality monitoring and soil contamination assessment applications.

PhoCheck+ 1000Ex – the first of our Upgradeable PIDs
The PhoCheck+ 1000 VOC detector is the first in line of our upgradeable PIDs. Entry priced with simple functioning, the PhoCheck+ 1000 gives you the ability to upgrade throughout the entire PhoCheck+ and FirstCheck+ range of instruments as your business needs change. ATEX approved as intrinsically safe, the PhoCheck+ 1000 detects VOCs with a range of 0.1 - 4,000 ppm.

PhoCheck+ 2000Ex - a data logging PID with PC download for easy data analysis
The PhoCheck+ 2000 VOC detector allows you to store a minimum of 37 hours worth of data logged readings taken every second (over 130,000 individual readings). The instrument has a date and time stamp for download to a PC via an IRDA link for detailed analysis with windows style IonPC software. This is an ideal instrument for indoor air quality and perimeter monitoring applications.

PhoCheck+ 3000Ex - with Health & Safety mode for STEL and TWA monitoring
The PhoCheck+ 3000 VOC detector benefits from an extended detection range of 0.1 - 10,000 ppm and an additional operating mode for personnel health and safety monitoring. The instrument has pre-programmed user selectable STEL and TWA values for the protection of workers.

PhoCheck+ 5000Ex - dynamic detection range of 1 ppb - 10,000 ppm
The PhoCheck+ 5000 VOC detector allows detection of a greater range of dangerous toxic gases at low ppb levels where they are hazardous to health, as well as flammable gases at LEL thresholds. The instrument’s sensitivity makes it ideal for the first responder and a potential life saver in many environments. The PhoCheck+ 5000 can be upgraded to the FirstCheck+ range to include additional sensors; please see the FirstCheck+ pages for further details.

What’s in the Kit

PhoCheck+ 5000 Dry Cell includes:

• PhoCheck+ 5000 Dry Cell Instrument
• PhoCheck+ Manual
• AAA Battery Pack (Battery charger and adaptor)*
• PhoCheck+ Case Assembly
• PhoCheck+ Software CD
• Filters

* Only available with the Rechargeable PhoCheck+.