Beacon 410

Beacon 410 Gas Controller

  • Four Channel Wall Mount Controller

    The Beacon 410 is a highly configurable, microprocessor-based, flexible and easy to use 4 channel gas monitor. It simultaneously displays the gas type, readings, and status for 4 channels of gas detection. It can monitor any combination of direct connect sensors (LEL combustibles, Oxygen, Hydrogen Sulfide, Carbon Monoxide, and Carbon Dioxide) as well as any 4-20mA transmitters.

    Each channel has 3 fully configurable alarm points. A built-in silenceable audible alarm alerts you to alarm conditions. Each channel also has 2 dedicated fully configurable relays and there is a bank of common relays as well. The common relays can optionally be configured as additional channel relays allowing up to 3 alarm relays per channel.

    Each channel provides a 4-20mA output signal. A digital Modbus interface for remote logging of data via a Modbus network is standard. A Min-Max feature retains high & low peak readings for review at any time.

    Field calibration is made simple by the easy to use Calibration Mode. A fully configurable high visibility strobe is available as an option. The unit can be powered from 115/220 VAC, an external 24 VDC source, or a 24 VDC backup battery. A trickle charging battery backup feature is also available as an option.

    All features and functions of the Beacon 410 are controlled by easy to use menus on the backlit LCD display. The form-C (SPDT) relay contacts are rated at 10A, 250V, reducing or eliminating the need for additional slave relays. All features of the Beacon 410 are built into the unit so you never need to purchase or maintain any “add-on” cards or components.

    Datasheet PDF
    Manual PDF

Features

  • Simultaneously monitor up to 4 channels
  • Digital display of all 4 channels
  • Accepts direct connect sensors for LEL / O2 / H2S / CO / CO2
  • Accepts any 4-20 mA transmitter, 2 or 3 wire
  • 3 programmable alarm levels per channel
  • Up to 3 configurable alarm relays per channel
  • Zero follower automatically compensates sensor drift
  • 4-20 mA analog & Modbus digital output standard
  • 115 / 220 VAC or 24 VDC operation
  • Audible alarm with silence feature
  • Alarm reset switch
  • Built in trouble alarm with relay
  • Weather proof NEMA 4X enclosure
  • Optional strobe & battery backup available

Applications

  • Petrochemical plants
  • Refineries
  • Water & wastewater treatment pants
  • Pulp & paper mills
  • Gas, telephone, & electric utilities
  • Parking garages
  • Manufacturing facilities
  • Steel
  • Automotive
  • HVAC

Specifications

Physical

Dimensions Height: 12.5" 318 mm, Width 11.0" 279 mm, Depth 6.4" 163 mm
Enclosure NEMA 4X non-metallic for indoor and outdoor locations
Conduit
Connection
3/4” NPT conduit hubs, 4 provided, for sensor, power, & relay wiring
Wiring
Termination
Screw type terminal block, 14 gauge max
Power
115 VAC & 220 VAC, or 24 VDC nominal, battery backup option available
Controls
Display PCB Control Switches:
  • UP/YES push button switch
  • DOWN/NO push button switch
  • ESCAPE push button switch
  • ENTER push button switch
  • External reset switch
  • On/Off toggle switch

Environmental

Operating Temp -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C)
Storage Temp -4°F to 158°F (-20°C to 70°C)
Enclosure
Rating
NEMA-4X enclosure, chemical and weather resistant. Suitable for indoor and outdoor installations.

Inputs

Direct Wired Sensors LEL, Oxygen, Carbon Dioxide, and toxic gas sensors. Remote amp not required for less than 500 feet (Beacon 410 only).
4-20 mA Sensors Accepts any 4-20 mA transmitter (24 VDC, 2 or 3 wire). A wide variety of RKI/Riken sensors are available with 4-20 mA signals. Wiring distances up to 8,000 feet
Sampling Methods Diffusion and sample draw heads available

Outputs

Relays Two programmable Form-C (C, NO, NC) relays per channel, plus three common relays (Fail, Alarm-1 and Alarm-2). Beacon 410 has additional programmable relays. Beacon 800 has optional 4 relay expansion board.
4-20 mA Signal output, 4-20 mA (maximum load impedance 500 ohms), per channel
RS-485 Modbus format RS-485 serial output of all channel data, including gas reading and alarm status (Beacon 410 only).
Display 4 x 20 backlit LCD display (two for Beacon 800)
Audible Built-in audible alarm, 94 dB, mounted on enclosure Coded output: pulsing = gas alarm, steady = fail
Visual 1. Alarm LED’s (on Display PCB) For fail and alarm conditions
2. Green Pilot LED to indicate AC power connected (on Display PCB)
3. An optional 24 VDC NEMA 4X strobe mounted to top of case (Beacon 410 only).

Approvals

CSA Certified to CSA C22.2 No. 1010 and ANSI/ISA S82.01

Warranty

One year materials and workmanship