VFS-2000-K30 Fireye Turbine Sensor

Overview

The Fireye VFS-2000-K30 is a state-of-the-art turbine flame sensor kit designed for extreme high-pressure and high-temperature environments. This kit includes a 30-foot (9.1 meter) fiber optic bundle, a sapphire window, and a union for robust installation. It utilizes solid-state silicon carbide UV technology to provide precise flame detection for turbine generators, power generation facilities, and industrial applications like oil refineries and petrochemical plants. The sensor effectively separates delicate electronics from the extreme heat of the combustion chamber without requiring expensive water or air cooling systems.

Features

• Solid-state design eliminates the need for moving shutters or fragile vacuum tubes.
• Wide fuel compatibility detects flames from hydrogen, natural gas, and fuel oil.
• High-performance sensing uses a silicon carbide UV spectrum sensor for fast response times.
• Durable construction features a fully sealed sapphire window and stainless steel (304) housing.
• Simplified installation designed for 3/4 inch NPT standard gas turbine pipes with a compact, removable design.
• Reliable output provides a loop-powered 4-20mA signal representing flame brightness.

Specifications

• Model Number: VFS-2000-K30
• Spectral Response: 200nm to 400nm (Ultraviolet)
• Detection Principle: Solid-state Silicon Carbide Diode
• Supply Voltage: 18-30 VDC (24 VDC nominal)
• Output Signal: 4-20mA DC current loop
• Response Time: 175ms maximum (typical < 75ms)
• Operating Temperature: 32°F to 284°F (0°C to 140°C) at the cool end; up to 618°F (325°C) at the hot end
• Fiber Optic Length: 30 feet (9.1 meters)
• Certifications: UL, CE, UKCA, CSA, SIL3, ATEX, and IECEx rated for hazardous locations

Applications

The VFS-2000-K30 is specifically engineered for monitoring flames in gas turbine combustors used in power generation. Its rugged design also makes it suitable for other challenging industrial environments, including steam boilers, waste incinerators, down-fired reformer furnaces, ground flares, and rotary kiln systems. It is an ideal upgrade for older tube-style sensors in facilities such as ammonia plants and paper and pulp mills where reliable, high-temperature flame sensing is critical for safety and process control.