Blackline Safety G6 Wearable Single-Gas Detector

The Blackline Safety G6 Wearable Single-Gas Detector is a connected, direct-to-cloud gas detection solution designed to help industrial teams improve worker safety, compliance tracking and incident response. Unlike traditional disposable single-gas detectors that rely mainly on local alarms, the G6 provides real-time visibility through cloud connectivity, GPS location technology, device alerts and reporting through Blackline Live.

The G6 is available for single-gas monitoring of hydrogen sulfide (H₂S), carbon monoxide (CO), oxygen (O₂) or sulfur dioxide (SO₂). With live gas readings, high and low gas notifications, STEL and TWA notifications, bump test and calibration alerts, and connected device management, the G6 helps safety teams respond quickly while also supporting stronger compliance programs.

Built for long-term use, the G6 features a rechargeable Li-ion battery with up to 12 months of battery life depending on configuration, service plan and use. Its four-year lifespan for CO, H₂S and O₂ models helps reduce the recurring replacement cycle often associated with disposable detectors.

Available through Westech Industrial in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, the Blackline Safety G6 can be supported as part of a broader worker safety, gas detection or connected safety program. Westech can also assist with service-related support and custom fabrication requirements when gas detection devices need to be integrated into larger safety systems, facility upgrades or industrial project packages.

Blackline Safety G6 Wearable Single-Gas Detector

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Direct-to-Cloud Connectivity

The G6 connects directly to the cloud, helping teams monitor device status, worker safety information and gas exposure data without relying on traditional docking-based IT infrastructure. This connected approach supports faster response, improved visibility and more efficient device management.

Single-Gas Detection Options

The G6 is designed for single-gas monitoring and is available for H2S, CO, O2 or SO2. This allows worksites to choose the specific gas detection configuration required for their environment while maintaining a consistent connected safety platform.

GPS Location Technology

Integrated GPS technology helps locate workers during alarms or high-urgency events. This supports faster and more informed incident response by giving teams visibility into where a worker is when a gas alarm or safety event occurs.

Emergency SOS Capability

The G6 includes Emergency SOS functionality, allowing workers to signal for help when needed. Combined with cloud connectivity and location awareness, this feature helps improve response coordination during safety events.

Live Gas Readings and Alarm Notifications

The G6 provides live gas readings on the device display and supports high gas, low gas, over-limit and under-limit notifications. It also supports STEL and TWA notifications for exposure monitoring.

Compliance and Gas Exposure Reporting

Through Blackline Live and Blackline Analytics essential reporting, the G6 supports visibility into usage, compliance, bump testing, calibration and gas exposure information. This helps safety managers move beyond basic alarm history and build a more data-driven safety program.

Rechargeable Battery with Long Device Life

The G6 features a rechargeable Li-ion battery with up to 12 months of battery life at 20°C, depending on configuration, service plan and use. CO, H2S and O2 models include a four-year limited warranty, while SO2 models include a two-year limited warranty.

Over-the-Air Updates and Configuration

Automatic over-the-air firmware updates and over-the-air configuration capabilities help keep devices current without requiring physical fleet redeployment. This supports easier long-term management and reduces administrative burden.

Visual, Audible and Vibrating Alerts

The G6 uses a colour display, multi-colour lights, vibration and an audible alarm of approximately 95 dB at 30 cm (11.8″) to notify workers of alarms, alerts and device status.

Built for Industrial Environments

The G6 is designed to meet IP67 ingress protection and carries hazardous area approvals for Canada and the USA, IECEx and ATEX, supporting use in demanding industrial workplaces.

Applications

The Blackline Safety G6 Wearable Single-Gas Detector is suitable for industrial work environments where connected single-gas detection and worker location visibility are important.

Common applications include:

  • Gas detection for workers who may be exposed to H₂S, CO, O₂ deficiency/enrichment or SO₂
  • Connected safety programs that require cloud-based reporting and device visibility
  • Industrial sites seeking to improve incident response through GPS location data
  • Compliance-focused operations requiring bump test, calibration and usage visibility
  • Field work, maintenance, inspections and plant operations requiring wearable personal gas detection
  • Facilities looking to reduce disposable detector replacement cycles and improve fleet management
  • Safety programs in Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada supported by Westech Industrial

Documents

BlacklineSafety_G6 Wearable Single-Gas Detector_Data Sheet_June2026_Westech.pdf

Manufacturer info

A leading supplier of wirelessly connected gas detection and lone worker monitoring products in the world. They offer the broadest and most complete portfolio available anywhere.

Website: https://www.blacklinesafety.com

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Product Type:
Wearable single-gas detector.
Gas Options:
Carbon monoxide (CO), hydrogen sulfide (H₂S), oxygen (O₂), sulfur dioxide (SO₂).
Standard Features:
Emergency SOS; Find My G6; over-the-air configurations; automatic over-the-air firmware updates; automatic bump tests and calibrations through G6 Dock; Location Beacon support.
Gas Monitoring Features:
Single-gas monitoring; high gas notification; low gas notification; live gas on display; sensor over limit (OL) notification; sensor under limit (UL) notification; short-term exposure limit (STEL) notification; time weighted average (TWA) notification; bump test and calibration notification; bump test and calibration failure notification.
Carbon Monoxide (CO) Sensor:
Electrochemical sensor; 0–500 ppm range; 1 ppm resolution.
Hydrogen Sulfide (H₂S) Sensor:
Electrochemical sensor; 0–100 ppm range; 0.1 ppm resolution.
Oxygen (O₂) Sensor:
Electrochemical sensor; 0–25% vol range; 0.1% vol resolution.
Sulfur Dioxide (SO₂) Sensor:
Electrochemical sensor; 0–100 ppm range; 0.1 ppm resolution.
Size:
71 mm x 110 mm x 37 mm / 2.8 in x 4.3 in x 1.5 in.
Weight:
146 g / 5.2 oz.
User Interface:
240 x 320 pixel graphical, high contrast, 6-bit colour liquid crystal display.
Keypad:
Menu system and power-on driven by three-button keypad.
Language Support:
EN, FR, ES, DE, IT, NL, PT.
Visual Notification:
Colour display and multi-colour lights on top and side.
Sensory Notification:
Vibrating alert.
Audible Notification:
Approximately 95 dB at 30 cm / 11.8 in.
Battery Type:
Rechargeable Li-ion battery, 1200 mAh.
Battery Life:
Up to 12 months at 20°C / 68°F, depending on configuration, service plan and use.
Charge Time:
4 hours.
Cellular Communication:
LTE-M and NB-IoT.
GPS Radio:
48-channel high sensitivity.
Assisted GPS:
Yes.
GPS Accuracy:
Approximately 5 m / 16 ft outdoors.
Location Update Frequency:
During high-urgency events and every 5 minutes to 6 hours, depending on configuration and service plan.
Storage Temperature:
-30°C to 60°C / -22°F to 140°F.
Operating Temperature:
-20°C to 55°C / -4°F to 131°F.
Charging Temperature:
0°C to 45°C / 32°F to 113°F.
Ingress Protection:
Designed to meet IP67.
General Approvals:
SAR, RoHS, CE, RCM.
Canada and USA Hazardous Area Approvals:
Class I Division 1 Group A, B, C, D T4; Class I Zone 0 AEx da ia IIC T4; Ex ia IIC T4 Ga.
IECEx Approval:
Ex ia IIC T4 Ga.
ATEX Approval:
Ex ia IIC T4 Ga.
Blackline Live Web Application:
Cloud-hosted safety monitoring web application with compliance dashboard, map, user roles, device configurations, notification setups and essential reporting.
Warranty:
CO, H₂S and O₂: four-year limited warranty; SO₂: two-year limited warranty.
Availability Through Westech Industrial:
ON, QC, NB, NL, NS, PEI, MB, SK.

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PRODUCT FAQ's

What gases can the Blackline Safety G6 detect?
The Blackline Safety G6 is a single-gas detector available for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrogen sulfide (H₂S), oxygen (O₂) or sulfur dioxide (SO₂).
Is the G6 a disposable single-gas detector?
No. The G6 is designed as a long-lasting wearable single-gas detector with a rechargeable battery and connected functionality. CO, H₂S and O₂ models have a four-year limited warranty, while SO₂ models have a two-year limited warranty.
How does the G6 help improve incident response?
The G6 uses direct-to-cloud connectivity and GPS location technology to help teams locate workers and view safety status information during alarms or high-urgency events. Device alerts can be viewed in Blackline Live, supporting faster and more informed response.
Does the G6 support compliance reporting?
Yes. The G6 supports usage, compliance and gas exposure reporting through Blackline Live and Blackline Analytics essential reporting. This helps safety teams monitor bump test compliance, calibration compliance, device usage and gas exposure data.
What is the battery life of the Blackline Safety G6?
The G6 uses a rechargeable 1200 mAh Li-ion battery with up to 12 months of battery life at 20°C, depending on configuration, service plan and use. Charge time is approximately 4 hours.
Is the G6 suitable for hazardous locations?
Yes. The G6 carries hazardous area approvals for Canada and the USA, along with IECEx and ATEX approvals. It is also designed to meet IP67 ingress protection.
Can Westech Industrial support Blackline Safety G6 projects?
Yes. Westech Industrial can support customers with Blackline Safety G6 product selection and connected gas detection requirements in Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada. Westech can also assist when gas detection is part of a broader safety system, service requirement or custom fabrication project.
Can the G6 be integrated into larger safety programs?
Yes. The G6 can support connected safety programs that require worker visibility, gas exposure reporting, compliance tracking and device management. For larger facility safety initiatives, Westech Industrial can help align portable gas detection with broader service, integration and custom fabrication requirements.