Oxygen analyzer
Oxygen Analyzer
An Oxygen Analyzer is a device that measures the concentration of oxygen in a gas mixture. The purpose of an oxygen analyzer is to ensure that a safe level of oxygen is maintained in the environment where the device is used, such as in an industrial setting or in medical applications.
History[edit | edit source]
The first oxygen analyzers were developed in the early 20th century, but they were large, cumbersome, and not very accurate. Modern oxygen analyzers are much more accurate and portable, making them useful in a variety of applications.
Types of Oxygen Analyzers[edit | edit source]
There are several types of oxygen analyzers, including electrochemical, paramagnetic, and zirconia oxygen analyzers.
Electrochemical Oxygen Analyzer[edit | edit source]
An Electrochemical Oxygen Analyzer uses a chemical reaction to measure the concentration of oxygen. This type of analyzer is often used in medical applications because it is portable and relatively inexpensive.
Paramagnetic Oxygen Analyzer[edit | edit source]
A Paramagnetic Oxygen Analyzer uses the paramagnetic properties of oxygen to measure its concentration. This type of analyzer is often used in industrial applications because it is highly accurate and can measure high concentrations of oxygen.
Zirconia Oxygen Analyzer[edit | edit source]
A Zirconia Oxygen Analyzer uses a zirconia sensor to measure the concentration of oxygen. This type of analyzer is often used in combustion control applications because it can withstand high temperatures.
Applications[edit | edit source]
Oxygen analyzers are used in a variety of applications, including medical, industrial, and environmental applications.
Medical Applications[edit | edit source]
In medical applications, oxygen analyzers are used to monitor the oxygen concentration in patient breathing gases, in hyperbaric chambers, and in anesthesia machines.
Industrial Applications[edit | edit source]
In industrial applications, oxygen analyzers are used to monitor the oxygen concentration in various processes, such as combustion control, inerting processes, and in the production of industrial gases.
Environmental Applications[edit | edit source]
In environmental applications, oxygen analyzers are used to monitor the oxygen concentration in the atmosphere, in water, and in soil.
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