
Dräger Polytron® 8700 IR
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Easy device management via digital communication
The Dräger Polytron 8700 is equipped with digital interfaces allowing for quick and easy remote interrogation of the transmitter’s state. Integration with existing asset management systems such as PactWare is possible via DTM.
In addition to the common HART® communication system, the fieldbus interfaces PROFIBUS PA, FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1, and Modbus RTU are also available.
Same design, same operating principle
The Dräger Polytron 8700 belongs to the Polytron 8000 series. All transmitters in this series have the same design and user interface. This allows for uniform operation with reduced training and maintenance requirements.
The large graphic backlit display shows status information clearly and in an easy to use format. The measured gas concentration, selected gas type, and measuring unit are displayed during normal operation. Colored LEDs (green, yellow and red) provide additional alarm and status information.
The Polytron 8700 is operated by means of a magnetic wand over contact surfaces.
Three relays for controlling external equipment
Upon request, the Dräger Polytron 8700 can also be supplied with three integrated relays. This enables you to use it as an independent gas detection system with two arbitrarily adjustable concentration alarms and one fault alarm. Audio alarms, signal lights, or similar devices can thus be controlled locally without an additional cable between the transmitter and central controller.
Safe, robust housing for every application
Polytron 8700 features a Class I, Div. 1 rated explosion proof enclosure made from aluminum or stainless steel, making it suitable for a wide range of environmental conditions. A protection type “e” version includes a convenient docking station which allows installation in hazardous atmospheres without running conduit (where approved).
Data logger
The Polytron 8700 has a data logger, which records measuring and event data from the past years.
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Product configurations
for the device Dräger Polytron 8700
Utilise for 37 Substances
3 matching Sensor(s)
Technical Data
Key Facts
- Type
- Transmitter
- Measuring Principle
- Infrared
- Response time
- 4 seconds
- Cable entry
- M20 or 3/4" NPT
- Display
- ✓
- Intrinsic Safety
- ✗
- Flameproof
- ✓
- Increased Safety
- ✓
- SIL
- ✓ SIL 2 (IEC 61508-1-3)
- 4-20 mA
- ✓
- Bus
- ✓
- HART®
- ✓
- Wireless
- ✗
Technical Data
- Power Supply
- 10 to 30 V DC, 3-wire
- Temperature (operation)
- -40°C - 77°C
- Humidity
- 0 to 100 % r.h., non-condensing
- Pressure (hPa)
- 700 - 1300
- Dimensions (H × W × D)
- 28x15x13 cm
- Weight
- 12.57 lb
- Housing Material
- Epoxy coated copper-free aluminum or stainless steel SS 316L
- Degree of protection (IP class)
- IP65/66/67
Approvals
- ATEX
- ✓
- IECEx
- ✓
- UL
- ✓
- CSA
- ✓
- CE marking
- ✓
- GOST (EAC)
- ✓
- Performance approval
- ✓
- Shipping approval
- ✓
- FM
- ✗