08.01.2026

GAS DETECTION HANDBOOK

Gas detection handbook

Author(s) MSA
Publisher MSA Instrument Division
Date 2007
Pages 146
Format pdf
Size 2 Mb
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The MSA Gas Detection Handbook aims to familiarize users with essential terminology and concepts related to gas detection while also functioning as a quick reference guide for information such as specific gas properties, exposure limits, and additional data. This Handbook includes a glossary of vital gas detection terms and abbreviations, along with a concise yet informative overview of fundamental principles in monitoring combustible and toxic gases.

It is abundant in reference data, encompassing physical properties and exposure limits pertinent to the most frequently monitored gases across industrial and various other settings. The author has provided a thorough professional comparison of the most commonly utilized gas detection technologies and has also incorporated a table that outlines the gas hazards typically associated with specific applications in major industries.

Furthermore, a summary of critical information regarding gas detection instrumentation approvals, including classifications for hazardous locations, has been included. MSA’s exclusive Sensor Placement Guide offers detailed insights into important considerations for determining the optimal placement of gas sensors.

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