Portable benzene gas detector by Ion Science

Tiger benzene detector [portable benzene gas detector]

The Tiger Select is a portable benzene gas detector by Ion Science.

The benzene gas detector provides rapid and accurate detection of benzene and of Total Aromatic Compounds (TACs).

The benzene gas detector detects and displays live TAC readings. The detachable benzene pre-filter tube further ensures the fast detection and selective measurement of benzene. The pre-filter tube displays Benzene concentrations in parts per billion (ppb) levels for accurate and reliable data.

The pre-filter tube can be detached to activate standard VOC detection, which includes measurement of benzene levels.

The Tiger Select incorporates the patented PID technology from Ion Science. The benzene detector is resistant to humidity and has a contamination prevention design, which extends the run time of the device.

The detector is easy to use and upgrade. These feature makes the detector a reliable investment, with the lowest running cost in the market.


The portable benzene gas detector has the following features

  • Ion Science’s PID technology is independently verified as the best performing PID in the market.
  • Unrivalled sensitivity – detects ppb levels accurately.
  • Selective measurement of benzene via the pre-filter tube.
  • Tiger Select provides 15-minute short-term exposure limits (STELs).
  • 8-hour time-weighted averages (TWAs) for TACs.
  • Continuous TVOCs readings displayed.
  • Humidity resistant.
  • Contamination prevention design.
  • Simple set-up.
  • Large battery.
  • Fast charging capability.
  • Fast data download via true USB connection.
  • Easy to upgrade via the Ion Science website.
  • Standard software and calibration.
  • Easy to replace the sensor, electrode stack and lamps.
  • Large and user-friendly keypad.
  • Can be operated by one hand.
  • Inexpensive parts and consumables.
  • Five-year warranty if the instrument is registered online.

Specifications for the portable benzene gas detector

Features Information
Resolution 10 ppb benzene
Maximum reading 0 to 200 ppm for benzene in tube mode. 0 to 20,000 ppm in TAC mode (gas dependent)
Response time T90 < 2>
Accuracy  ± 10% display reading ± one-digit benzene
Linearity ± 5% display reading ± one digit
Response time 120 seconds. Progressive indication of benzene breakthrough is displayed in real time
Intrinsically safe approvals II1GExiaIICT4Ga. Tamb = – 15 0C ≤Ta ≤+45 0C (with alkaline battery pack). ITS09ATEX26890X IECEx ITS 10.0036X. 3193491 conforms to UL Std. 913, 61010-1. Certified to CAN/CSA Std. C22.2 No. 61010-1.
Battery life Li-ion: 24 hours of continuous use when charged for 6.5 hours. Alkaline: 3 x AA, which provides 8.5 hours of use.
PID lamps Kr PID lamp with 10.0 eV filter pellet
Data logging > 120,000 data log points including date and time stamp
Communication Direct USB 1.1
Calibration 2 and 3-point calibration (via calibration kit accessory).
Alarm Flashing LED’s. Amber (low alarm), Red (high alarm). Sounder 95 dBA at 300mm (12”). Vibration on alarm. Pre-programmed TWA and STEL
Flow rate 220 ml/min (150 cc/min flow alarm)
Temperature Operating: -20 to 60 0C, -4 to 140 0F (not Intrinsically Safe). Humidity: 0-99% RH (not condensing).
Protection Designed to IP65 standard (suitable for heavy rain). 1180. The EMC is tested to EN61326-1:2006, EN50270:2006 and CFR 47:2008 Class A standard.
Weight and dimensions Instrument (probe fitted, no tube attached): 465 (L), 89 (H), 61 (D) mm. Standard case: 18.3×3.5×2.4. Packed weight: 5kg (176oz)

The portable benzene gas detector is available as a base unit with an optional kit. For more information, contact us now.


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