TGS816 Combustible Gas Sensor Features:
- General purpose sensor with sensitivity to a wide range of combustible gases
- High sensitivity to methane, propane, and butane
- Long life and low cost
- Ceramic base resistant to severe environment
TGS816 Combustible Gas Sensor Applications:
- Domestic gas leak detectors and alarms
- Portable gas detectors
The sensing element of Figaro Gas Sensors is a tin dioxide (SnO2 ) semiconductor which has low conductivity in clean air. In the presence of a detectable gas, the sensor's conductivity increases depending on the gas concentration in the air. A simple electrical circuit can convert the change in conductivity to an output signal which corresponds to the gas concentration.
The TGS816 is not only sensitive to a wide range of gases, it also has a ceramic base which can withstand severe environments up to 200°C. It has high sensitivity to methane, propane, and butane, making it ideal for natural gas and LPG monitoring. The sensor can detect a wide range of gases, making it an excellent, low cost sensor for a variety of applications.
