Operating Principle | Photoionization Detection (PID)

Photoionization Detection

PID Photoionization Detection Technology Overview

The AST1000 PID Intelligent Fixed Gas Detector is a high-performance gas detector designed specifically for the semiconductor industry and other general industrial environments, featuringPhotoionization Detection (PID)Used to detect toxic and harmful gases containing organic volatile compounds.

Schematic of a PID Photoionization Detector

Product Features

Built-in multi-level security

Level 1 and Level 2 alarm & fault relays for comprehensive safety protection

Extend shelf life

Includes a 2-year extended warranty to reduce maintenance costs.

Dual LCD Display

Main screen 2.8 + Secondary screen 0.9: Clear, intuitive dashboard-style interface

Power over Ethernet (PoE)

Supports PoE for simplified cabling and reduced installation costs

II. Product Appearance and Dimensions

4R Compatible Sensor Size Diagram

4R-compatible sensor size

III. Gas Type to Detect

AST InteliCal® Smart Sensor Module supports detection of multiple semiconductor process gases:

Gas NameMolecular FormulaRangeSensor Type
TrimethylsilaneSi(CH₃)₃H (TMS)0-15 ppm4R Compatible
Triethyl phosphateTEPO0-2 ppm4R Compatible
TriethylboraneTEB0-1000 ppm4R Compatible
TrimethylaluminumTMA0-15 ppm4R Compatible
TrimethylsilylamineTSA0-15 ppm4R Compatible
diisopropylaminosilaneLTO5200-15 ppm4R Compatible
Titanium(IV) trimethoxy pentamethylcyclopentadienylNxTi0-2000 ppm4R Compatible
Zirconium acetateZAC0-15 ppm4R Compatible
Germanium tetrafluorideGeF₄0-1.5 ppm4R Compatible
Titanium(IV) dimethylaminoTDMAT0-15 ppm4R Compatible
Tetrakis(dimethylamino)hafniumTDMAH0-15 ppm4R Compatible

For more gas options, please contact Sensirion.

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