The Draeger 8103481 Gas Detector Tube is a colorimetric indicator used with a Draeger tube pump to measure hydrochloric acid concentrations in air. This tube provides a two-range measurement: a lower range of 0.2–3 ppm and a higher range of 3–20 ppm, with a specified 2 minutes 40 seconds measurement time. Each box contains 10 tubes, and the product is packaged as a box with a break-off tip to allow safe, single-use sampling. The glass construction of the tube is designed to hold reagents that react with hydrochloric acid vapor or aerosol, producing a visible color change that correlates with the concentration level within the indicated ranges. This device is part of a classic gas-analysis method that is widely used for on-site monitoring when paired with a compatible Draeger tube pump.
Understanding the documented ranges and the measurement time is essential for accurate interpretation of results. The 0.2–3 ppm range is typically used for lower concentration monitoring, while the 3–20 ppm range provides visibility at higher exposure levels. The break-off tip design supports controlled sampling and reduces the risk of sample contamination or exposure during tube activation. The glass tube construction is a standard feature for many Draeger detector tubes, chosen for its chemical compatibility with the reagents inside and its ability to produce a stable, readable color change after the prescribed exposure period.
When planning usage, ensure you have a Draeger tube pump compatible with these tubes and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for sampling, exposure duration, and interpretation of color changes. This product’s packaging as 10 tubes per box supports bulk use in facilities that regularly monitor hydrochloric acid exposure, enabling batch stocking and straightforward restocking workflows.
Features:
- Measurement ranges: 0.2-3 ppm and 3-20 ppm
- Measurement time: 2 minutes 40 seconds
- Tube material: Glass
- Break-off tip: Yes
- Package size: Box
- Quantity: 10 tubes per box
- Gas Detected:
- Hydrochloric Acid 0.2/a
- Standard Range Of Measurement:
- 0.2 - 3 ppm, 3 - 20 ppm
- Measurement Time:
- 2 Min, 40 Sec
- Tube Material:
- Glass
- Break-Off Tip:
- Yes
- Package Size:
- Box
- Box Quantity:
- 10/Box
