For years, gas leak detection has been conducted through 2 main methods. The first is chemical sensors. This is the method of using equipment that interacts with the gas molecules they’re designed to detect, often resulting in a chemical reaction or a measurable change in electrical properties. While this is relatively reliable, it requires close contact with the source. This is not only time consuming but can also be hazardous when dealing with harmful gases.
Method 2 is the soap bubble test. For this method, a soapy solution is applied to the area where a leak is suspected. If gas is escaping, bubbles will form at the leak site as the gas pushes through the soap film. While this is inexpensive, it is time-consuming and impractical for large systems or areas with hard-to-reach components. It also requires close proximity to the leak, which may pose safety risks with toxic or flammable gases.
The Future of Gas Leak Detection
A newly developed method of detecting gas leaks is hitting the market, and this is ultrasonic detection.
Ultrasonic frequencies, often inaudible to the human ear, are produced when gas leaks through small openings under pressure. Specialised acoustic cameras can “hear” these high-frequency sounds, mapping them to pinpoint the leak’s exact location. By isolating these sound patterns from other background noise, acoustic imaging allows for precise leak identification.
How the CRY8124 is Used for Gas Leak Detection
One of the best cameras on the market at gas leak detection is the CRY8124. This extremely advanced acoustic camera can hear up to 100KHz. For Reference, the average adult can typically only hear up to 14KHz. This camera can do all the heavy lifting of a person detecting gas through traditional methods, all at a much further distance.
What makes the CRY8124 Unique?
Enhanced Leak Detection: With the highest mic count in a handheld device, the CRY 8124 can detect gas leaks up to 200 meters away, meaning you can safely detect gas leaks from a distance.
Background Noise Filtering: Its proprietary HyperVision algorithm isolates target sounds from other noise sources, giving you an extreme level of accuracy even in noisy environments.
Dual Thermal and Acoustic Imaging: The CRY 8124 combines thermal imaging with acoustic detection, allowing simultaneous visuals of thermal and ultrasonic data. This is especially useful in hot environments, where identifying temperature patterns aids in troubleshooting.
Operating up to 10 hours with replaceable batteries, the CRY 8124 is designed for continuous use in large facilities. Wireless data transfer and advanced reporting software simplify documentation, allowing for seamless sharing of inspection data.
Saving you time and money.
One of the best features of the CRY 8124 is it’s reporting capabilities. This camera is able to produce a report which would typically take hours, in just a few minutes. With information on the gas that is leaking, the pressure levels, the DB, the location and even the amount of money you’re losing from the leak. All presented in an easy-to-read PDF with images of the leak included too.
So not only are you saving time on detecting the leak, but you’re also saving time on reporting on the leak. Altogether, you can do what could be a full days work in mere minutes with this camera.
Now imagine spreading this over a plant, you could be saving hundreds of thousands and potentially saving the lives of your staff with a camera like this.
To find out more about the CRY8124 or speak with our team – head to our site.
Or check out our video where we go over Ultrasound noise in gas leaks
