Carbon Dioxide (CO_2) Monitor & Controller – 0 to 5,000 ppm
Brand Chemical Supplies offers this precision CO_2 Monitor & Controller, an essential tool for high-yield indoor agriculture, greenhouse management, and industrial climate control. This device allows for the real-time monitoring of carbon dioxide levels and, more importantly, the automated control of enrichment systems (like CO_2 regulators or generators) to maintain optimal atmospheric conditions for plant growth or worker safety.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Measuring Range | 0 \sim 5000 ppm |
| Resolution | 1 ppm (at 0 \sim 1000 ppm) |
| Accuracy | \pm 50 ppm or \pm 5\% of reading |
| Sensor Type | NDIR (Non-Dispersive Infrared) for long-term stability |
| Power Supply | 230V AC (Standard SA Plug) |
| Output Control | Integrated relay for solenoid valves or fans |
| Display | Large, back-lit LCD showing $CO_2, Temperature, and Humidity |
Key Features & Benefits
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Dual-Channel NDIR Technology: Utilizing a high-quality infrared sensor ensures high accuracy and resistance to “sensor drift,” meaning the unit requires less frequent calibration than cheaper chemical sensors.
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Automated Enrichment: Set your desired “Target” ppm, and the controller will automatically trigger your CO_2 source when levels drop, and shut it off once the limit is reached.
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Triple-Parameter Tracking: Simultaneously displays CO_2 levels, ambient temperature, and relative humidity, providing a complete overview of your grow room or workspace environment.
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Programmable Alarms: Includes an audible alarm and visual warning if CO_2 levels exceed your safety threshold—critical for mushroom cultivation and industrial storage areas.
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Remote Sensor Probe: Most units feature a remote sensor on a cable, allowing you to place the sensor at “canopy level” while keeping the controller outside the high-humidity environment for easy monitoring.
Primary Applications
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Hydroponic Grow Rooms: Maintaining 1200 \sim 1500 ppm of CO_2 to significantly increase plant metabolic rates and flower/fruit yields.
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Commercial Greenhouses: Managing atmospheric balance in large-scale vegetable or flower production.
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Mushroom Cultivation: Precisely controlling CO_2 spikes during the pinning and fruiting stages.
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Industrial Safety: Monitoring CO_2 accumulation in breweries, wineries, or cold storage facilities where gas leaks could pose a health risk.
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Indoor Air Quality (IAQ): Ensuring adequate ventilation in schools, offices, and gyms to prevent “sick building syndrome.”
Usage & Setup Tips
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Placement: Position the sensor away from doors, windows, or fans to prevent “pockets” of air from giving false readings.
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Calibration: Perform a “Fresh Air” calibration periodically (typically 400 \sim 420 ppm in outdoor air) to ensure ongoing accuracy.
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Day/Night Logic: Remember that plants only consume CO_2 during daylight hours (photosynthesis); ensure your controller is synced with your lighting timer.
Contact our environmental control team today to secure your CO_2 Monitor & Controller and optimize your production environment for maximum efficiency
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