FLAME SENSOR
UV TRON® R2868
Quick Detection of Flame from Distance,
Compact UV Sensor with High Sensitivity and Wide Directivity,
Suitable for Flame Detectors and Fire Alarms.
HamamatsuR2868isaUVTRONultravioletdetectorthatmakes
use of the photoelectric effect of metal and the gas multiplication
effect. It has a narrow spectral sensitivity of 185 to 260 nm, being
completely insensitive to visible light. Unlike semiconductor
detectors, it does not require optical visible-cut filters, thus
making it easy to use.
In spite of its small size, the R2868 has wide angular sensitivity
(directivity) and can reliably and quickly detect weak ultraviolet
radiations emitted from flame due to use of the metal plate
cathode (eg. it can detect the flame of a cigarette lighter at a
distance of more than 5 m.).
The R2868 is well suited for use in flame detectors and fire
alarms, and also in detection of invisible discharge phenomena
such as corona discharge of high-voltage transmission lines.
NOTES:
APPLICATIONS
1) This is the maximum momentary current that can be handled if its full width
at half maximum is less than 10 µs.
2) Ifthetubeisoperatednearthisorhigher,theservicelifeisnoticeablyreduced.
Use the tube within the recommended current values.
● Flame detectors for gas/oil lighters and matches
● Fire alarms
3) Measuredunderroomilluminations(approximately500lux)andrecommended
operating conditions. Note that these values may increase if the following
● Combustion monitors for burners
● Inspection of ultraviolet leakage
● Detection of discharge
environmental factors are present.
1. Mercury lamps, sterilization lamps, or halogen lamps are located nearby.
2. Direct or reflected sunlight is incident on the tube.
● Ultraviolet switching
3. Electrical sparks such as welding sparks are present.
4. Radiation sources are present.
5. High electric field (including static field) generates across the tube.
GENERAL
4) These are representative values for a wavelength of 200 nm and a light input
of 10 pW/cm2. In actual use, the sensitivity will vary with the wavelength of the
ultraviolet radiation and the drive circuitry employed.
Parameters
Spectral Response
Rating
185 to 260
UV glass
Units
nm
—
Window Material
Weight
Figure 1: UV TRON’s Spectral Response and Various
Light Sources
Approx. 1.5
See Fig. 3
g
Dimensional Outline
—
TPT B0009EA
100
MAXIMUM RATINGS
UV TRON s
SPECTRAL
RESPONSE
Parameters
Rating
Units
Vdc
mA
Supply Voltage
400
Peak Current 1)
30
1
Average Discharge Current 2)
mA
SUNLIGHT
Operating Temperature
-20 to +60
°C
50
CHARACTERISTICS (at 25°C)
GAS
TUNGSTEN
FLAME
LIGHT
Parameters
Discharge Starting Voltage (with UV radiation)
Recommended Operating Voltage
Recommended Average Discharge Current
Background 3)
Rating
280
Units
Vdc Max.
Vdc
325±25
100
0
100
200
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
µA
10
cpm Max
cpm Typ.
WAVELENGTH (nm)
VISIBLE
Sensitivity 4)
5000
ULTRAVIOLET
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