VFS-2000-K15 Fireye Turbine Sensor

Overview

The Fireye VFS-2000-K15 is a state-of-the-art turbine flame sensor kit designed for reliable flame monitoring in extreme industrial environments. It features a fully sealed sapphire window at the combustor end and high-temperature fiber optics to transmit precise ultraviolet signals to remote electronics. This system is specifically engineered to withstand high pressure, high temperature, and high vibration without the need for expensive water or air cooling systems. The VFS-2000-K15 kit specifically includes a 15-foot (4.6 meter) fiber optic assembly, a high-pressure/high-temperature window, and a 3/4-inch NPT union.

Features

• Solid-state design with a silicon carbide UV spectrum sensor, eliminating the need for tubes or shutters
• Detects flames from multiple fuel sources including hydrogen, natural gas, and fuel oil
• Rapid response time to flame-on or flame-off conditions, typically less than 75ms
• Total separation of electronic sensing components from the harsh turbine environment
• Compact design allows for installation and removal without interrupting turbine operations
• Immune to visible light and infrared emissions from hot combustor walls

Specifications

• Spectral Response: Ultraviolet (UV) 200nm to 400nm
• Detection Principle: Solid-state Silicon Carbide Diode
• Supply Voltage: 18-30 VDC
• Output Signal: 4-20mA DC current loop, representing flame brightness
• Operating Temperature: 32 degree F to 284 degree F (Cool End); Up to 618 degree F (Hot End)
• Fiber Optic Length: 15 feet (4.6 meters)
• Housing Material: 304 Stainless Steel
• Connection: 3/4 inch NPT standard gas turbine pipe
• Certifications: UL, CE, UKCA, CSA, SIL3, ATEX, and IECEx rated for hazardous locations

Applications

The VFS-2000-K15 is primarily used for flame detection in gas turbine generators within power generation facilities. Its robust design also makes it suitable for other challenging combustion environments, including steam boilers, waste incinerators, down-fired reformer furnaces, ground flares, and rotary kiln systems. It is widely employed in industries such as oil refining, petrochemical processing, ammonia production, and paper and pulp manufacturing where high-pressure and high-temperature monitoring is critical for safety and process control.