United Electric Controls Vanguard WirelessHART® Fixed Point Gas Detector for Toxic and Combustible Gases
Smart Wireless Gas Detection for Hard-to-Reach Locations
The UE Vanguard WirelessHART® Fixed Point Gas Detector from United Electric Controls (UE) delivers flexible, wireless gas monitoring for toxic and combustible gases—without the cost and complexity of traditional wired infrastructure. Ideal for facilities with limited power or signal wiring, Vanguard reduces installation time and cost, while enabling real-time safety coverage across your site.
Designed to work seamlessly with existing WirelessHART® networks and Predictive Asset Maintenance (PAM) systems, the Vanguard detector offers five years of battery life, intuitive one-button calibration, and hot-swappable sensor technology via patented FlexSense™ design.
Two Model Options: Built for Your Environment
Model TCD50
- For use in Groups C & D / IIB Zones
- Fixed, non-swappable 2.0 dBi antenna
- Ideal for standard wireless installations in classified areas
Model TCD60
- For use in Groups A, B, C & D / IIC Zones
- Swappable antenna options: 2.0, 4.35, or 6 dBi
- Supports 20 ft remote antenna extension
- Best for high-flexibility or signal-challenged environments
Description
Features & Benefits
- Wireless Freedom: Install where traditional wiring is not feasible
- Long-Life Battery: 5 years of operation with minimal maintenance
- Hot-Swappable Sensors: Reduce inventory and simplify technician training
- Multi-Gas Monitoring: Supports CH₄, H₂S, CO, NH₃, C₃H₈ and more
- Corrosion-Resistant Enclosure: Built for harsh environments
- Easy Calibration: One-button interface for bump test and maintenance
- Field-Upgradeable Antennas (Model TCD60)
Applications
- Storage tank farms
- Fence line and emissions monitoring
- Remote or temporary well P&A sites
- Management-of-change (MOC) deployments
- Hazardous locations without permanent infrastructure
Pending certification: Gas detector performance testing per UL/IEC 60079-29-1.
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Manufacturer Info
United Electric Controls (UE) is a privately-held corporation founded in 1931 and headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts, USA. Focused on protecting equipment, processes, personnel and the environment, UE is a global supplier of toxic and combustible WirelessHART gas detectors, electronic transmitter-switches, pressure and temperature switches, transmitters, sensors and controls for the process, discrete, semiconductor, aerospace and defense industries.
Website: http://www.ueonline.com
