Gas probes
pb-1 : The most effective IoT tool for continuous hydrogen monitoring in subsurface
pb-1 is the result of in-house R&D aimed at developing the right hydrogen probes, suited to every possible context.
45-8 ENERGY’s knowledge of the subsurface and its expertise in industrial gases, combined with strong mechanical and electronic engineering skills, have enabled the creation of the ideal tool for monitoring hydrogen over long periods.
Probe design
- Light equipment (1.2 kg per probe incl. battery)
- Hydrogen sensor (100-1000ppm nominal range)
- Temperature & humidity sensors
- GNSS receiver
- Logger equipped with 8GB memory, an OLED screen and a Lexan keyboard as a human-machine interface (HMI)
- Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) communication system
Probe deployment
A light and manoeuvrable tool, the pb-1 probe is easy to deploy.
Step 1
Ø70mm hole drilling
Step 2
Probe installation
Step 3
Configuration through smartphone and BLE connection
Step 4
Measurements and hibernation
Step 5
Wake up and embedded data analytics
Technical specifications
Probe
- Ready-to-use
- PET and PVC casing
- Diameter of buried parts: 5 cm / 2 inches
- Length of the probe: 110 cm / 43 inches
- 1.2 kg per probe incl. battery
Sensors
- Hydrogen sensor (100-1000ppm nominal range)
- Temperature and humidity sensors
- GNSS
- Operating temperature range: -20°C to 60°C
Acquisition and transmission
- 1m-depth measurements
- Tunable sampling rate (1-month life with a 30-minute sampling rate)
- BLE communication with smartphones (incl. Android application)
- 8GB internal memory
Alternative versions
To meet the monitoring requirements for other gases used in a variety of applications, alternative versions are available. Please contact our team to discuss your requirements.
Applications of the pb-1 probe
Exploration
Gas storage
Waste disposal
Hydrogeology
The benefits of the pb-1
A wide range of applications
Easy to transport, set up and use
Designed to withstand harsh conditions
Long-term measurements
Capability for remote data transmission
Reducing human intervention
Easier maintenance and replacement of gas sensors
A wide range of applications
Easy to transport, set up and use
Designed to withstand harsh conditions
Long-term measurements
Capability for remote data transmission
Reducing human intervention
Easier maintenance and replacement of gas sensors
Are you interested in our pb-1 hydrogen probe?
The probe has been designed to offer the simplest and most efficient user experience:
- Ready-to-use
- Easy installation and basic maintenance – which can be carried out directly by the customer
Available for sale and lease.
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