• Tin Dioxide Semiconductor Gas Sensor for Methane Detection
  • Tin Dioxide Semiconductor Gas Sensor for Methane Detection
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Tin Dioxide Semiconductor Gas Sensor for Methane Detection

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Shenzhen Isweek Technology Co., Ltd

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  • Model Number

    SP-12A-00
  • Data Sheet

  • Package

    Original packaging
  • Specs

    SP-12A-00
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Product Description

SP-12A-00 Methane Sensor CH4 Sensor Description
The SP-12A is a tin dioxide semiconductor gas sensor which has a good sensitivity and excellent selectivity to methane. The SP-12A has also a significant feature in good stability after exposure to silicone compounds.

Using the SP-12A, the most reliable methane detection can be achieved.

SP-12A-00 Methane Sensor CH4 Sensor Application
• Home gas leak detector

SP-12A-00 Methane Sensor CH4 Sensor Specifications
Standard Operating conditions
Symbol
Parameter
Specification
Conditions etc.
VH
Heater voltage
5.0 V ± 4%
AC or DC
VC Circuit voltage
5.0 V ± 4%
AC or DC
RL Load resistance
Variable
PS < 15 mW
RH Heater resistance
42 Ω ± 2 Ω
at room temperature
PH Heater power consumption
380 mW (Typical value)
PH = VH2 / RH
PS
Power dissipation of
sensing element

Less than 15 mW
PS =(VC - VRL)2/RS
Environmental conditions
Symbol
Parameter
Specification
Conditions etc.
Tao
Operating temperature
-10°C to 60°C
Recommended range
Tas
Storage temperature
-20°C to 70°C
RH
Relative humidity
Less than 95% RH
(O2)
Oxygen concentration
21% ± 1%
(Standard condition)
Absolute minimum level:
more than 18%
The sensitivity characteristics are influenced by the
variation in oxygen concentration. Please consult FIS
for details.
Sensitivity characteristics
Model
SP-12A-00
Symbol
Parameter
Specification
Conditions etc.
RS
Sensor resistance
4 kΩ to 15 kΩ
at 5000ppm of methane/air
β Sensitivity slope
0.60 to 0.75
RS at CH4 7000 ppm
RS at CH4 3000 ppm
Standard Test Conditions:
Temp: 20°C ± 2°C
Humidity: 65% ± 5%
(in clean air) 
VC : 5.0 V ± 1%  
VH : 5.0 V ± 1%  
RL : 10 kΩ ± 5%
Pre-heating time: more than 48 hours
Mechanical characteristics
Items
Conditions
Specifications
Vibration
Frequency:
Vertical amplitude:
Duration:
100 cpm
4 mm
1 hour
Should satisfy the
specifications shown in the
sensitivity characteristics.
Shock Height:
Number of impacts:
100 G
5 times