Spectrometer leak detector He-490M

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Overview
The He-490M is a turnkey vacuum helium mass spectrometer leak detection system designed for industrial use. It combines high sensitivity with modular, PLC-controlled operation to allow integration into production lines and test stations. The system offers fast start-up and a one-button automatic workflow for repeatable testing.

Highlights

• Helium mass spectrometer method: industry-leading sensitivity and accuracy
• Proven reliability with systems operational for two decades
• Modular design for custom arrangements and rapid maintenance
• Fast response and portable configuration for bench or field use
• Password protection for user access control
• Helium mass spectrometry is ≥1000× more sensitive than alternative methods

Applications

• AUTOMOTIVE
  • Air conditioning systems
  • Radiators
  • Exhaust systems
  • Transmissions
• EMOBILITY
  • Battery packs
  • Pouches & cells
  • Modules and housings
• PACKAGING
  • Aerosol caps
  • Plastic bags and bottles
  • Spray containers
• ELECTRONICS
  • Hard disk drives
  • Displays and TV screens
  • Camera lenses and assemblies
• MEDICAL
  • Blister packs
  • Fluid bags
  • Filters and single-use devices

Features

• Performance: Sensitivity — System Mode minimum detectable helium leak rate 2.5 x 10^-9 atm-cc/sec; Sniffer Mode minimum detectable helium leak rate 2.5 x 10^-7 atm-cc/sec. Response Time — < 1.0 s system mode; < 1.5 s sniffer mode. Startup Time — One-button automatic operation; Cold Start-Up < 3 minutes; Standby Start-Up < 1 minute.
• Display / Leak Rate Range: System Mode: 0–10 V output for PLC integration; leak rate configured to system calibrated gas leak. Sniffer Mode: direct-reading 10^-3 to 10^-7 atm-cc/sec He. Interface signals: Auto-Zero, Ready, Leak Rate and Fault signals.

Main Features

• Cold Start-Up < 3 minutes
• Standby Start-Up < 1 minute
• One-button automatic operation
• Hard vacuum leak detection system
• Modular assembly for custom arrangement
• PLC controlled for process integration
• Turn-key operation with front panel key lock-out
• Turbo speed adjustable from 600 to 1500 Hz
• Includes internal fast clean-up sniffer manifold
• Rapid switching between sniffer and vacuum testing modes
• Auto peak cycle
• Five year warranty on major components

Options

• 24 Vdc control
• 110 Vdc control
• Atmospheric sniffer module
• Side-mount configuration
• Bottom-mount configuration
• Electrical converter box

Technical specifications

• Model: He-490M
• Type: Helium mass spectrometer leak detector (vacuum)
• Sensitivity (System Mode): 2.5 x 10^-9 atm-cc/sec He
• Sensitivity (Sniffer Mode): 2.5 x 10^-7 atm-cc/sec He
• Response Time: < 1.0 s (System), < 1.5 s (Sniffer)
• Startup Time: Cold Start-Up < 3 minutes; Standby Start-Up < 1 minute
• Power: 115/220 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 4 A (other voltages on request)
• Dimensions: W344 x H395 x D618 mm
• High vacuum pump: 53 c/second air-cooled turbomolecular
• Mechanical (fore) pump: external forepump, standard 7 CFM
• Valve: high-vacuum rated solenoid fore-line isolation
• Inlet system: external PLC-controlled valves (options: DC or AC)