Laser Falcon methane detector

Laser Falcon is sensitive only to methane, so no false readings of other gases are possible. It is a class 3R eye-safe laser.

The concept is based on Infrared Absorption Spectroscopy. The laser emits light (spectral range of 1,65 μm), which reflects back and is captured by the sensor. The outgoing and incoming signals are compared with the built-in reference cell. If methane is present along the laser path, the laser light is partially absorbed. An algorithm calculates the gas concentration in ppm×m (parts per million multiplied by meter). The value is instantly transferred to the remote control (RC) of the drone pilot and to UgCS software.

Laser Falcon is sensitive only to methane, so no false readings of other gases are possible. It is a class 3R eye-safe laser.

The concept is based on Infrared Absorption Spectroscopy. The laser emits light (spectral range of 1,65 μm), which reflects back and is captured by the sensor. The outgoing and incoming signals are compared with the built-in reference cell. If methane is present along the laser path, the laser light is partially absorbed. An algorithm calculates the gas concentration in ppm×m (parts per million multiplied by meter). The value is instantly transferred to the remote control (RC) of the drone pilot and to UgCS software.

HS Code: 90271010 (Electronic gas or smoke analysis apparatus)

Transport box size and weight: 210 mm x 210 mm x 150 mm, 1kg

Please note that additional components and software must be ordered to use this sensor with drones. It is recommended to order a complete set.

Feature Laser Methane Copter (LMC) DL edition Laser Falcon
Target gas Methane (Ch4) and methane containing gasses (natural gas) Methane (Ch4) and methane containing gasses (natural gas)
Compatibility with UgCS SkyHub Yes It is also possible to convert handheld and Microdrones-compatible sensors into LMC DL contact [email protected] for information Yes
Weight 1kg 0.3kg
Operating temperature from -15 to +50 C from -15 to +50 C
Sensitivity 0-50 000 ppm x m 0-50 000 ppm x m
Georeferenced data recording Yes with UgCS SkyHub Yes with UgCS SkyHub
Video recording with georeferencing and methane sensor data fusion Yes requires UgCS SkyHub + UgCS ENTERPRISE software license Yes requires UgCS SkyHub + UgCS ENTERPRISE software license
Recommended survey height above ground with sensor looking straight down (NADIR) 15-20 m 20-30 m
Max. detection distance 30 m 100 m
Min. detection distance 0.5 m 0.5 m
Sampling frequency 2 Hz 2 Hz
Recommended speed 3-5 m/s 3-5 m/s
Real-time data transmission Yes requires UgCS SkyHub Yes requires UgCS SkyHub
Embedded battery Yes No
Power from drone No Yes, 5-18V provided by UgCS SkyHub
Handheld mode (Display) Yes No
Laser safety class Guide light (Green)”: Class 3R Measurement light (Infrared): Class 1 Safe for humans Guide light (Red)”: Class 2 Measurement light (Infrared): Class 1 Safe for humans
Error (+/-)10% distance to object up to 30m max. speed 5 m/s (+/-)10% distance to object up to 50m max. speed 5 m/s
Detected value from distance 30m 125 ppm x m 125 ppm x m
Detected value from distance 50m 250 ppm x m
Internal Gas-cell for self- calibration Yes Yes
DJI M300 RTK, M210 / M210 v2, M600 / 600 Pro support Yes requires UgCS SkyHub Yes requires UgCS SkyHub
Custom built drone with DJI A3 autopilot Yes requires UgCS SkyHub Yes requires UgCS SkyHub
Custom built drone with Pixhawk (Ardupilot/Px4) Yes requires UgCS SkyHub contact [email protected] for more information Yes requires UgCS SkyHub contact [email protected] for more information

Can a methane detector detect other gases?

No, each device is designed to detect a specific gas. This provides a 100% probability of leak
detection of methane and not any other gas.

Is laser radiation hazardous for eyes?

Laser radiation is completely safe, it corresponds to class 1.

Can the remote laser detector be used at night, in rain, fog and snowfall?

Yes. It is an active device, it emits at a certain narrow wavelength, so it does not need additional
signal sources.

Do I need to calibrate detectors before commissioning?

No. The detector contains a reference container with methane inside and calibration is performed
at each start-up and during operation.

How often do detectors need to be verified?

The detector does not need to be verified because it is not a measuring tool.

Why is a laser detector better than a common sniffer?

It works remotely. There is no direct contact with the hazardous environment.

Can the detector detect methane through glass?

Yes, because glass transmits the near infrared radiation well.

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Laser Falcon methane detector

Laser Falcon is sensitive only to methane, so no false readings of other gases are possible. It is a class 3R eye-safe laser.

The concept is based on Infrared Absorption Spectroscopy. The laser emits light (spectral range of 1,65 μm), which reflects back and is captured by the sensor. The outgoing and incoming signals are compared with the built-in reference cell. If methane is present along the laser path, the laser light is partially absorbed. An algorithm calculates the gas concentration in ppm×m (parts per million multiplied by meter). The value is instantly transferred to the remote control (RC) of the drone pilot and to UgCS software.

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