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In the market for a combustion analyzer

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The Steam Whisperer
The Steam Whisperer Member Posts: 1,325
in THE MAIN WALL

I have a Testo 310 and didn't realize the sensors were not field replaceable and its about $600.00 for testo to replace sensors and calibrate. Doesn't seem to make sense to get it serviced for that kind of money, I had a couple Bachrachs previously and could service them in the field.

Also looking at belt mounted CO and flammable gas detectors for everyday use.

Any suggestions?

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  • GGross
    GGross Member Posts: 1,969

    I think the preferred personal CO detector are the Sensorcon inspector. My personal favorite analyzer is now discontinued so I did pay a pretty hefty calibration fee last time. I will be in the market myself soon. The new tablet style ones are really nice but I really liked the physical form factor of mine.

    https://sensorcon.com/collections/portable-carbon-monoxide-detectors-and-kits

  • Alan (California Radiant) Forbes
    Alan (California Radiant) Forbes Member Posts: 4,804
    edited 5:54PM

    Yes, Testo calibration is expensive, but I don’t think you need to do it every year. I gave away my Bacharach because of the yearly cost of sensors, close to $600.

    You can send the Testo in during the off-season or if you don’t like to be without one on your truck like me, buy another one.

    As far as a personal meter, I use this one.

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    8.33 lbs./gal. x 60 min./hr. x 20°ΔT = 10,000 BTU's/hour

    Two btu per sq ft for degree difference for a slab

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