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Refrigerant Leak Detector

Informant® - Refrigerant Leak Detector

Allows pinpoint detection refrigerant leaks.

The Informant's unique combination of state-of-the-art patented sensor technology, advanced software design and microprocessor controlled circuitry offers you unmatched precision coupled with tremendous speed. It is unquestionably the most sensitive, most reliable, most accurate refrigerant leak detector on the market today. And the fastest.

Features & Benefits

  • Microprocessor controlled for accuracy and reliability
  • Detects any halogens in CFC, HCFC, HFC and blends
  • Sensitivity is automatically adjusted within its High/Low range setting
  • Sensor is the industry's most responsive
  • Lightweight and ergonomically designed
  • Hydrophobic filter prevents moisture contamination
  • Optional rubber boot holds MagLite® flashlight
  • Flashing probe tip with variable frequencies to indicate changing gas concentrations
  • Audible indicator with mute feature
  • Response time is two-tenths of one second
  • Probe length adjustable from 3" to 20"

Specifications

  • Sensing Element: Heated Diode, U.S. Patent No. 5,932,176
  • Refrigerants Detected: All CFC, HCFC and HFC refrigerants including: R-12, R-22, R-123, R-134a and blends R-404A, R-408A, R-409A and R-410A (i.e., any refrigerant containing Chlorine, Fluorine or Bromine gas)
  • Alarm Sensitivity: Refrigerant 0.25 oz/year of R134a (hardest to detect refrigerant)
  • Alarm Types: Audible and dual visual LEDs
  • Power Source: Four (4) AA disposable alkaline batteries included
  • Warm-up Time: 10 seconds
  • Response Time: 0.2 second
  • Battery Life: 4 to 5 hours, under typical intermittent operation.
  • Probe: 20" (50.8 cm) maximum length, fully extended; 3" (7.62 cm) if wrapped around instrument. Includes LED indicator
  • Size: 1.75"W (4.44cm) x 9.62"L (24.43cm) x 2.25"H (5.72 cm)
  • Weight: 0.6 lbs. (302.5 grams) with batteries
  • Agency Approvals:
    • UL listed in accordance with SAE J1627
    • CE-Mark - Independently tested

Ordering Information

Part NumberDescription
19-8031Refrigerant Leak Detector Kit. Instrument comes with refrigerant gas sensor, instruction manual, 4 AA batteries, 5 filters, and custom soft carrying case.
19-8034Deluxe Refrigerant Leak Detector Kit. Instrument comes with Protective Rubber Boot, MagLite®, instruction manual, 4 AA batteries, soft carrying case all packaged in a hard carrying case.
19-0510Replacement refrigerant sensor
19-0509Replacement filters (5-pack)
19-0497Protective rubber boot