HE-490S – Helium Sniffer
Introducing the HE-490S, the pinnacle of helium leak testing solutions tailored for demanding industries. Boasting an unparalleled ability to detect even the smallest leaks, this helium sniffer is an indispensable tool for automotive and medical device manufacturers striving for precision and reliability. Its superior high sensitivity, coupled with a lightning-fast response time of under 0.5 seconds, sets the HE-490S apart in the realm of helium leak detection. Whether you’re in the automobile, medical, or military sectors, the HE-490S promises to elevate your quality assurance processes, making it a top choice for those seeking the best in helium leak testing. The HE-490S is fully integratable with our SmartCharge IV Evacuation and Backfill Station.
HE-490S: APPLICATIONS
Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Systems
• Coils & Hoses
• Evaporators & Condensers
• Compressors
Appliances
• Fire Extinguishers
• Gas Meters
• Heat Pumps
Automotive Components
• Evaporators & Condensers
• Radiators
• Air conditioning components
• Fuel Tanks
• Fuel Rails injection systems
• Hoses
• Heat exchangers
• Heater cores
• Pressure transducers
• Headlights
• Wheels
HE-490S: FEATURES
Specifications
- Sensitivity Smallest detectable helium leak rate:
(5E-8 Atm-cm3/sec) or (5E-8 mbar L/s) - Measuring Scale He-490S: 6 Decades
- Mass Spectrometer Response Time no probe: 350 ms
- Response Time with Standard 10 ft (3 Meters) Sniffer probe: Less than 500 ms
- Leak Rate units: atm/cm3/sec, oz/year, gm/yr, Pa m3/s
- Pressure Units: Torr, Kpa
- Probe Flow Rate: 200 cc/min
- Ambient temperature range: 32F to 115F, 0°C to 46°C
- Calibrated Gas Leak: Ateq Model MO5, range is 1.5E-5 to 7.5 E-5 atm/cm3/sec (1.5E-5 mbarl/sec to 7.5E-5 Mbar/l/sec (150cc DOT rated cylinder, ISO 17025 and NIST traceable
- Vacuum Pumps: Dry (oil-free) built-in diaphragm fore pump and 9,000-liter/min air-cooled molecular drag pump
- Inlet System: Interstage design incorporating integral mass separator high flow atmospheric inlet, standard sniffer probe hose length 10-feet;
other lengths available - Probe Filtration: Includes three stages of replaceable filters that provide optimal protection for the inlet system in all testing environments.
- Console: Microprocessor-based electronics incorporating 40-character alphanumeric prompting display; fully automatic operation including
startup, shutdown, leak rate ranging, automatic zero, and diagnostics including operating and runtime parameters; contains 40 segment leak
rate indicator and operator function buttons - Mass Spectrometer: Miniaturized 90° deflection, fixed magnet design, all stainless-steel construction, MW-40 flange for high vacuum connection, utilizes two thoria coated iridium spiral filaments
| PERFORMANCE (SNIFFER) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Sensitivity | Response Time | Startup Time |
| 5×10-5 Atm-cc/second |
10-3~10-5 Atm-cc/second |
Less than 3 minutes |
Main Features
- Recovery efficiencies up to 98%
- Maintenance-free, dry pump
- Fully interactive system diagnostics with multilingual displays
- Front panel key lock-out
- Optional Remote Display and Ateq exclusive Vibrating Probe with built in Auto Zero switch
- Easily integrated for PLC Communication
- Automatic startup and shutdown
- Auto-ranging
- Probe Blocked feature measures dynamic probe flow and alarms operator when blocked
- Dual programable setpoints for go no go testing
- Audible alarm trigged with dynamic leak rate measurement.
- Stand-bye mode prevents contamination ingestion of the inlet system during non-testing periods
- Leak rate displayed in equivalent refrigerant unit
- Programable Calibration timer that forces the need to calibrate
- Multi languages available
HE-490S: SPECIFICATIONS
| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Power | 115/220 Volts AC, 60/50 Hz 6/3 Amps; CE Compliant |
| Weight | Weight: 70 pounds around 31.8 Kg |
| Dimensions | Dimensions (in mm) W344*H395*D618 |
HE-490S: OPTIONS
| P/N | Description |
|---|---|
| 658-105 | VIBRA-LEAK PROBE™, features built-in vibrator to alert operator when a leak detected. Standard length 10 ft Optional Lengths: P/N 658-105-15 – 15 ft probe, P/N 658-105-25-25 ft probe, P/N 658-105-50 50 ft probe |
| 658-109 | Sniffer Probe Standard: P/N 658-109-25-25 ft probe, P/N 658-109-50-50 ft probe |
| 918-501 | RS-232 INTERFACE: Full Duplex RS-232 communications, allows for full control of all front panel functions. Includes parallel port for printer connections. |
| 918-502 | PLC INTERFACE (AC): For use with PLC type devices. Remote I/O for start/stop, zero, set point #1 and set point #2. |
| 918-503 | PLC INTERFACE (AC): For use with PLC type devices. Remote I/O for start/stop, zero, set point #1 and set point #2. |
| 918-508 | PLC INTERFACE (AC): For use with PLC type devices. Remote I/O for start/stop, zero, set point #1 and set point #2. |
| 918-360 | PLC INTERFACE W/VIBRA PROBE: For use with PLC type devices. Remote I/O for Ready, Sniff control, zero, set point #1, Mantissa and leak rate. Includes: 918-514,918-504 |
| 918-507 | PLC INTERFACE (DC): Same as P/N 918-508 except for DC powered devices. |
| 918-504 | ANALOG INTERFACE: Analog output of leak rate signal. Specify 0-5V, 0-10V or 0-1 mA. |
| 752-150 | MO5 Calibrated Gas leak. |
| 918-100 | REMOTE BOX ASSEMBLY This option provides remote monitoring and control functions using a 15ft wired hand-held remote box. The remote box includes the following: • Illuminated LED Leak Rate bar Graph with Range Exponent • Test/Stop Control • Leak Rate Auto Zero or Manual zero adjustment • Auto Range or Manual range adjustment |
| 014277010 | Data Link Software • Collect Leak Rate data and save to a .CSV file that can be directly imported into MSExcel (not included) • 1 to 100 Data Points can be collected • Collection Interval can be set from .1S to 10S • Reports can be just Leak Rate data, LR and Accept\Reject and optionally include a Header. • Leak Rate and Reject Set Point will be charted. • Up to 8 Operator names can be stored. • Remote Control of all user functions • Files can be named • Operator Name & Batch # • Operator Name & a self-incrementing number • Date & Time • Date & a self-incrementing number |
HE-490S : FACTSHEETS
Detailed information about the He490s including features, specifications, etc.
HE-490S Brochure – English