TVA2020: A Toxic Vapor Analyzer for Organic and Inorganic Gas Detection

With this portable, lightweight, and inherently safe gas leak detector, users can quickly identify fugitive emissions of inorganic and organic compounds for Method 21 compliance, LDAR applications, and site cleanup.

TVA2020 Toxic Vapor Analyzer

TVA2020 Toxic Vapor Analyzer with MIC-6 Multi Instrument Calibrator. Image Credit: Thermo Fisher Scientific – Environmental and Process Monitoring Instruments

There are two configuration options for the Thermo Scientific™ TVA2020 Toxic Vapor Analyzer: dual detection FID and PID (photo ionization detector) or FID (flame ionization detector). Reduced response times, improved user-serviceability, and Bluetooth™ connectivity are some salient benefits.

Easy-to-Own and Operate

The TVA2020 Toxic Vapor Analyzer is more portable than most standalone FID analyzers and 21% lighter than previous generations. In addition to being easy to service in the field, the lightweight and compact design minimizes fatigue and ensures genuine portability. A basic or upgraded probe, carrying case, and hydrogen filling assembly are among the many other choices that are available.

Optional Bluetooth connectivity sends concentration data to a handheld device with the LDAR software database, eliminating the need to download files after monitoring and providing improved access to route information.

The Technology Users Expect

Detect gas leaks from refineries and chemical industries to ensure compliance with the US EPA Method 21 and LDAR programs. The TVA2020 Toxic Vapor Analyzer has a high-sensitivity FID for measuring organic chemicals. The FID technique provides a large dynamic and linear range, resulting in steady and reproducible responses.

The analyzer supports FID and PID technologies, allowing simultaneous detection and better analytical capabilities. This dual setup can produce faster readings of organic and inorganic compounds than a single detector technology and offers more complete gas coverage than equivalent-size PID and FID analyzers.

After conducting a main calibration (a calibration kit is provided), the TVA2020 Analyzer can be configured by enabling internal recording settings, downloading a monitoring route, connecting via Bluetooth, setting alarm levels, and activating reaction factors.

Certifications

  • USA: Class I, Division 1, Groups A, B, C, D T3
  • Canada: Class I, Zone 1, Ex d ib IIC T3 Gb
  • ATEX: CE0359 Ex II 2 G Ex d ib IIC T3 Gb
  • IECEx: Ex d ib IIC T3 Gb

Videos

Learn how to build a Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) Program and look into the MIC-6 Multi-Instrument Calibrator. It works flawlessly with the industry-leading TVA2020 to enhance accuracy and save time while monitoring LDAR compliance.

Fugitive Emissions Regulations. Video Credit: Thermo Fisher Scientific – Environmental and Process Monitoring Instruments

Toxic Vapor Analysis. Video Credit: Thermo Fisher Scientific – Environmental and Process Monitoring Instruments

Overview of the EU Methane Regulations for the Energy Sector. Video Credit: Thermo Fisher Scientific – Environmental and Process Monitoring Instruments

Thermo Scientific™ Multi Instrument Calibrator - MIC-6. Video Credit: Thermo Fisher Scientific – Environmental and Process Monitoring Instruments

5 Steps to Implementing a Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) Program. Video Credit: Thermo Fisher Scientific – Environmental and Process Monitoring Instruments

Specifications

Source: Thermo Fisher Scientific – Environmental and Process Monitoring Instruments

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Accuracy FID Instrument–±10% of reading or ±1.0 ppm, whichever is greater, from 1.0 to 10,000 ppm
PID Instrument–±20 % of reading or ±0.5 ppm, whichever is greater, from 0.5 to 500 ppm
Battery Life 10 hr. at 0 °C
Battery Type Lithium-ion
Calibration Kit Part Number for FID: CR009UY
Part Number for dual detector: CR012UH
Computer Requirements USB port, Windows XP operating system or higher
Concentration FID: 0-30,000 ppm (methane)PID: 0-2,000 ppm (isobutylene)
Data Points Auto mode - 1 per second to 1 per 999 minutes, user selectable
VOC or FE Mode - 2 to 30 seconds, user selectable
Depth (English) 4 in.
Depth (Metric) 10.2 cm
Description TVA2020 Toxic Vapor Analyzer
Detection Limits The minimum detectable level is defined as seven times the standard deviation of peak-to-peak noise.
PID Instrument - 0.5 ppm of isobutylene
FID Instrument - 0.5 ppm of methane
Components Measured Most Organic and Inorganic Compounds
Type FID or PID/FID
Flow Rate 1 L/min., nominal at sample probe inlet
Frequency 50/60
Fuel 99.99% H2 for FID
Height (English) 11.5 in.
Height (Metric) 29.2 cm
Inputs Bluetooth™, USB
Outputs Bluetooth™, USB
Portable Operation Time Minimum 10 hours
Repeatability FID Instrument +/- 2% at 500 ppm of methane
PID Instrument +/- 1% at 100 ppm of isobutylene
Response Time PID Instrument - Less than 3.5 seconds for 90% of final value, using 500 ppm of isobutylene
FID Instrument - Less than 3.5 seconds for 90% of final value, using 10,000 ppm of methane
Serial Interface USB
Temperature Range (English) 14 °F to 113 °F
Temperature Range (Metric) -10 °C - +45 °C
Voltage 100-230 V
Warranty One year from date of shipment
Weight (English) FID only 9.2 pounds, Dual 9.4 pounds
Weight (Metric) FID only— 4.17 kg
Dual— 4.26 kg
Width (English) 9 in.
Width (Metric) 22.9 cm
Unit Size Each

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