Honeywell SPXCDXSHXSS Hydrogen Sulfide Sensor

Honeywell Analytics SPXCDXSHXSS H2S Hydrogen Sulfide Sensor Rev.1

The Honeywell Analytics SPXCDXSHXSS Rev.1 is a plug-and-play electrochemical sensor cartridge, specifically designed for the detection of Hydrogen Sulfide gas. The sensor immediately communicates its range and calibration profiles when connected and is designed to work with the industry-standard Honeywell Sensepoint XCD fixed gas transmitter platform. Designed for tough maritime, offshore and heavy industrial applications, it provides continuous monitoring capability to protect personnel and key infrastructure from harmful gas build-up.

Model Details

• Manufacturer: Honeywell Analytics
• Series: Sensepoint XCD
• MPN (Manufacturer Part Number): SPXCDXSHXSS
• Revision Level: Rev.1
• Sensor Technology: Electrochemical Cell

Key Features

1. Auto-Configuration Technology: Features a smart internal memory chip that allows the host XCD transmitter to automatically recognize the sensor type, range, and default settings upon insertion.
2. Poison-Resistant Architecture: Engineered with advanced filtering materials to maximize operational longevity in complex industrial and marine exhaust zones.
3. Non-Intrusive Maintenance: Designed for quick, plug-and-play field replacement without needing specialized tools or powering down the entire loop system.
4. Wide Thermal Tolerance: Operates reliably across extreme ambient weather brackets ranging from arctic cold to tropical desert heat.
5. High-Accuracy Readings: Delivers sharp, linear electrochemical feedback down to 1 ppm resolution within hazardous areas.

Compatible Equipment Models

• Honeywell Sensepoint XCD Universal Transmitter Platform
• Honeywell Analytics XCD RTD and Relay output versions
• Associated explosion-proof junction boxes and remote mount adapters using standard XCD threading.

Applications

• Marine vessels, oil tankers, FPSO fluid processing decks, and LNG carrier cargo control rooms
• Onshore and offshore oil & gas drilling rigs, production platforms, and refineries
• Wastewater treatment plants and sewage sludge digestion facilities
• Chemical processing plants and synthetic fertilizer production lines
• Pulp and paper manufacturing mills dealing with sulfur byproduct streams

Frequently Asked Questions

1) Does the Honeywell SPXCDXSHXSS sensor require field calibration right out of the box?

A: Because these units are factory-calibrated and shipped with individual verification test reports, a full calibration is usually unnecessary upon initial installation. A simple post-installation bump test is recommended to verify system integration.

2) Can this sensor cartridge be replaced in a hazardous explosive atmosphere?

A: Yes, the Sensepoint XCD platform supports safe sensor cartridge replacement. However, local safety protocols and classification guidelines for hot-swapping electronic devices in Zone 1 or Division 1 hazardous spaces must always be observed.

3) What is the typical operational lifespan of the SPXCDXSHXSS electrochemical cell?

A: Under normal environmental conditions (moderate humidity and stable temperatures), the electrochemical sensor element typically delivers 2 to 3 years of reliable service life before degradation of the internal working electrode requires replacement.

4) How does the transmitter detect the gas type when this module is plugged in?

A: The SPXCDXSHXSS includes an integrated onboard memory chip that communicates digitally with the base Sensepoint XCD transmitter, instantly transferring configuration details, gas type (H2S) and measurement scales (0 – 50 ppm)