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RC Systems Gas Detectors & Alarm Controllers

SenSmart fixed and wireless gas detectors, ViewSmart alarm controllers and complete systems for toxic gases, oxygen, combustible gases and carbon dioxide. Tell us the gas you need to detect and we'll help you find the right equipment.

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What RC Systems Provides

RC Systems has designed and built gas detectors and critical alarm controllers in Santa Fe, Texas, since 1979. Its SenSmart detectors accept field-swappable smart sensors, so one detector family covers toxic, oxygen, combustible, carbon dioxide and VOC monitoring. RC Systems is part of Spectrum Safety Solutions, which also owns Det-Tronics.

Not sure which detector you need? Start with the gas. Our Gases We Detect directory lists every gas RC Systems monitors and the detectors confirmed for each one. Find a detector by gas

  • SenSmart fixed gas detectors with electrochemical, catalytic bead, infrared and PID sensors
  • SenSmart 7000 battery-powered wireless detectors and the WaveNet system
  • ViewSmart alarm controllers from 4 to 64 channels
  • ZoneProtector, sample draw systems and calibration gas kits
Category 1 of 3

SenSmart Gas Detectors

Fixed and wireless gas detectors built around RC Systems smart sensors. The sensor sets the gas and range, so the same detector family covers many applications.

RC Systems SenSmart 6000 gas detectors in aluminum and poly housings

SenSmart 6000 Series

Fixed gas detector with color display and dual sensors

Built on RC Systems' proven ST-44 transmitter, the SenSmart 6000 can run two smart sensors of different types, so one detector can watch for two gases.

Key features

  • Electrochemical, catalytic bead, infrared and PID smart sensors
  • Single or dual sensor with a color display that changes on alarm
  • Modbus TCP, dual 4-20mA and three programmable relays
  • CSA certified for Class I, Division 1 locations (aluminum housing)

Common applications

  • Food and beverage
  • Tank farms
Detects 46 gases in our directory

AcetaldehydeAcetoneAcetyleneAmmoniaArsineBenzeneBromineButaneCarbon DioxideCarbon DisulfideCarbon MonoxideChlorineChlorine DioxideEthaneEthanolEthyleneEthylene OxideFluorineGasolineHeptaneHexaneHydrogenHydrogen ChlorideHydrogen CyanideHydrogen FluorideHydrogen PeroxideHydrogen SulfideIsobutyleneIsopropyl AlcoholMethaneMethanolNitric OxideNitrogen DioxideOxygenOzonePentanePhenolPhosphinePropanePropyleneRefrigerantsSilaneStyreneSulfur DioxideVinyl ChlorideVOC

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RC Systems SenSmart 7000 wireless gas detectors with antennas

SenSmart 7000 Series

Battery-powered wireless gas detector

A true wireless detector for RC Systems toxic and oxygen sensors and, with a low-power infrared sensor, hydrocarbon combustibles or carbon dioxide. It reports to the WaveNet receiver or RC Systems controllers.

Key features

  • D-cell lithium battery: up to 9 months toxic/oxygen or 6 months LEL
  • License-free 900 MHz or 2.4 GHz frequency-hopping radio
  • Typical range over 1 mile with a dipole antenna (900 MHz)
  • CSA certified for Class I, Division 2 locations

Common applications

  • Wastewater treatment
  • Ammonia refrigeration
  • Tank farms
Detects 34 gases in our directory

AcetyleneAmmoniaArsineBromineButaneCarbon DioxideCarbon DisulfideCarbon MonoxideChlorineChlorine DioxideEthaneEthyleneEthylene OxideFluorineHexaneHydrogenHydrogen ChlorideHydrogen CyanideHydrogen FluorideHydrogen PeroxideHydrogen SulfideMethaneMethanolNitric OxideNitrogen DioxideOxygenOzonePentanePhosphinePropanePropyleneSilaneSulfur DioxideVOC

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RC Systems SenSmart 5000 aluminum XP gas detector

SenSmart 5000 Series

Universal gas detector with color backlit display

A versatile detector that accepts electrochemical, catalytic bead, infrared and PID smart sensors, with Arctic options for extreme cold.

Key features

  • Two RS-485 Modbus ports, two programmable relays and a fault relay
  • Remote sensor mounting up to 4,000 ft
  • Non-intrusive one-man calibration
  • CSA certified for Class I, Division 1 and Division 2 locations

Common applications

  • Wastewater treatment
  • Ammonia refrigeration
  • Food and beverage
Detects 46 gases in our directory

AcetaldehydeAcetoneAcetyleneAmmoniaArsineBenzeneBromineButaneCarbon DioxideCarbon DisulfideCarbon MonoxideChlorineChlorine DioxideEthaneEthanolEthyleneEthylene OxideFluorineGasolineHeptaneHexaneHydrogenHydrogen ChlorideHydrogen CyanideHydrogen FluorideHydrogen PeroxideHydrogen SulfideIsobutyleneIsopropyl AlcoholMethaneMethanolNitric OxideNitrogen DioxideOxygenOzonePentanePhenolPhosphinePropanePropyleneRefrigerantsSilaneStyreneSulfur DioxideVinyl ChlorideVOC

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Category 2 of 3

ViewSmart Alarm Controllers

Controllers that display readings and trigger alarms for your gas detectors. Choose by the number of detection points.

RC Systems ViewSmart 400 four-channel gas alarm controller

ViewSmart 400

4-channel gas alarm controller

Displays and alarms up to four gas detectors or other 4-20mA signals. A good fit for small systems.

Key features

  • Four 4-20mA inputs with 24 VDC power for transmitters
  • Three alarm levels per channel; two relays standard, six optional
  • Modbus RS-485 with optional 900 MHz or 2.4 GHz wireless kit
  • CSA Class I, Division 2; NEMA 7 explosion-proof option

Common applications

  • Up to 4 detection points

Works with RC Systems detectors for every gas in our Gases We Detect directory.

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RC Systems ViewSmart 1600+ gas alarm controller

ViewSmart 1600+

Up to 16-channel gas alarm controller

Centralizes display and alarms for up to 16 points with a color screen, long-term data logging and WaveNet wireless support.

Key features

  • 8 or 16 channel display with 4-20mA and Modbus inputs
  • Ethernet Modbus TCP with a built-in web server
  • SD card data logging for more than 10 years
  • CSA Class I, Division 2

Common applications

  • Up to 16 detection points

Works with RC Systems detectors for every gas in our Gases We Detect directory.

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RC Systems ViewSmart 6400 multipoint gas alarm controller

ViewSmart 6400

Up to 64-channel gas alarm controller

For large multipoint systems: up to 64 inputs, or 128 with two controllers in one rack.

Key features

  • 16, 32, 48 or 64 channel display modes
  • Ethernet Modbus TCP with a built-in web server
  • Five standard alarm relays plus expansion options
  • CSA Class I, Division 2; Division 1 model ST-72XP

Common applications

  • Up to 64 detection points

Works with RC Systems detectors for every gas in our Gases We Detect directory.

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Wireless & Specialty Systems

Complete systems for wireless monitoring, small areas, hard-to-reach sample points and routine calibration.

RC Systems SenSmart 7000 WaveNet wireless gas monitor

WaveNet Wireless System

SenSmart 7000 monitors with a WaveLink receiver

A wireless monitoring system of 1 to 32 battery-powered SenSmart 7000 monitors and a WaveLink receiver, for fixed installations or temporary site monitoring.

Key features

  • Receiver displays up to 32 single gas or 16 dual gas monitors
  • Eight programmable relays for lights, horns and fans
  • Optional Wi-Fi web server and data logging for over a year
  • Suitable for Division 2 hazardous locations

Common applications

  • Wireless or temporary monitoring
Detects 34 gases in our directory

AcetyleneAmmoniaArsineBromineButaneCarbon DioxideCarbon DisulfideCarbon MonoxideChlorineChlorine DioxideEthaneEthyleneEthylene OxideFluorineHexaneHydrogenHydrogen ChlorideHydrogen CyanideHydrogen FluorideHydrogen PeroxideHydrogen SulfideMethaneMethanolNitric OxideNitrogen DioxideOxygenOzonePentanePhosphinePropanePropyleneSilaneSulfur DioxideVOC

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RC Systems ZoneProtector integrated gas detection system

ZoneProtector

All-in-one detection and alarm for up to four gases

Combines gas detectors, display and alarms in one compact unit for protecting small areas. RC Systems' NFPA 820 application note shows it for wastewater facilities.

Key features

  • Up to four local or remote electrochemical, catalytic bead, infrared or PID sensors
  • Three alarm levels per channel with strobe and audible options
  • Pairs with a sample draw system for hard-to-reach areas
  • CSA Class I, Division 2

Common applications

  • Wastewater facilities (NFPA 820)
  • Small rooms and enclosures
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RC Systems gas detection sample draw system

Sample Draw System

Pulls air samples from remote locations to your detectors

A pumped or air-aspirated sampler that brings air from remote or classified locations to the gas detectors, with a fail-safe flow switch.

Key features

  • Rated Class I, Division 2 to sample from Class I, Division 1 (Groups C and D)
  • FM listed for NFPA 820 compliance
  • Powers up to four downstream gas sensors
  • Not for acid gases such as chlorine, HCl, HF or sulfur dioxide

Common applications

  • Pump stations
  • Large laboratories and gas hoods
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RC Systems calibration gas kit in carrying case

Calibration Gas Kits

Calibration gases, regulator and carrying case

A carrying case with calibration gas bottles, a fixed-flow regulator and tubing for reactive and non-reactive gases.

Key features

  • Holds up to two 116-liter bottles
  • Gas precision consistent with NIST standards
  • 0.5 LPM fixed-flow regulator

Common applications

  • Routine calibration and bump testing
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RC Systems Gas Detection by Industry

RC Systems application notes cover these industries. Each card lists the gases commonly monitored and the matching application note.

These are applications to evaluate, not blanket approvals. Detector selection, placement and hazardous-area approvals depend on your site, so our team confirms the right configuration with you and RC Systems.

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Tell us the gas you need to detect, the area or process, how many detection points and whether you need wired or wireless monitoring. If you don't know an answer, mark it unknown.

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