Forensics Hydrogen Gas Detector — Wall-Mount for Battery Rooms (0-1000 ppm)
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Forensics Hydrogen Gas Detector — Wall-Mount Battery-Room Monitor
The Forensics hydrogen gas detector is a wall-mounted H2 monitor built for battery and UPS rooms, reading 0-1000 ppm continuously — a fixed gas detection system that triggers exhaust ventilation before charging-battery hydrogen reaches a dangerous level.
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The Forensics Hydrogen Gas Detector is a wall-mounted fixed H2 monitor (0-1000 ppm) for battery and UPS rooms, with relay output, adjustable alarms and NIST-traceable calibration.
Key features
- Monitors hydrogen (H2) from 0-1000 ppm — purpose-built for battery and UPS rooms
- Continuous wall-mounted monitoring where charging batteries off-gas hydrogen
- Relay output drives exhaust ventilation before H2 reaches an explosive level
- Adjustable audible and visual alarms
- USA NIST-traceable calibration
- Rugged aluminum enclosure for equipment rooms
- Purpose-built for battery/UPS rooms
- Continuous H2 monitoring 0-1000 ppm
- Relay output for exhaust ventilation
- NIST-traceable calibration
- Rugged aluminum enclosure
- Hydrogen only (single gas)
- Single point coverage
- Hard-wired install required
- Not portable
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Gas detected | Hydrogen (H2), 0-1000 ppm |
| Application | Battery / UPS / charging rooms |
| Mounting | Wall-mount, fixed |
| Monitoring | Continuous |
| Output | Relay output + adjustable alarms |
| Calibration | USA NIST-traceable |
| Enclosure | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 3.54 x 7.09 x 7.87 in |
Where the Forensics Hydrogen Gas Detector fits
- UPS and data-center battery rooms
- Forklift and EV charging areas
- Telecom battery plants
- Backup-power battery banks
- Any space where lead-acid batteries off-gas hydrogen
What the Forensics Hydrogen Gas Detector detects (and what it doesn’t)
This head monitors hydrogen (H2) only — the gas lead-acid batteries off-gas while charging. It does not detect CO, combustibles broadly, or oxygen. Because hydrogen is lighter than air, mount it high, near the ceiling above the battery banks. Its relay output should drive the room exhaust fans. For combustible monitoring elsewhere use the Forensics EX LEL Detector; for multi-gas areas the 4 Gas Wall-Mount Monitor. A fixed head protects the room; technicians entering still benefit from a Portable Gas Detectors instrument.
Cross-shopping? This unit sits in our Fixed Gas Detection Systems hub alongside Forensics EX/LEL Wall-Mount, Forensics 4 Gas Wall-Mount, Macurco PM100-CO, Macurco GBC-24-2. For other gas-detection form factors see Portable Gas Detectors, Personal & Wearable Gas Detectors, Area & Transportable Gas Monitors, or browse the full Gas Detectors range.
Forensics fixed wall-mount family compared
| Model | Gas(es) | Range | Output | Street price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX LEL Detector | Combustibles (EX) | 0-100% LEL | Relay + alarms | ~$599 |
| Hydrogen Detector | Hydrogen (H2) | 0-1000 ppm | Relay + alarms | ~$799 |
| 4 Gas Monitor | CO, H2S, O2, EX LEL | Multi-gas | Relay + alarms | ~$1,395 |
- Choose the Hydrogen Detector for battery, UPS and charging rooms where H2 off-gassing is the hazard.
- For general combustible monitoring use the EX LEL Detector.
- For CO, H2S, O2 and combustibles together, use the 4 Gas Wall-Mount Monitor.
Frequently asked questions
Why do battery rooms need a hydrogen detector?
Charging lead-acid batteries release hydrogen, which is explosive at high concentrations. A fixed H2 detector triggers ventilation before levels become dangerous.
What range does the Forensics hydrogen detector cover?
0-1000 ppm of hydrogen, continuously monitored from a fixed wall-mounted head with relay output for ventilation.
Where should a hydrogen detector be mounted?
High on the wall or near the ceiling above the battery banks — hydrogen is lighter than air and collects at the top of the room.
Can the detector control the exhaust fans?
Yes — its relay output is designed to energise room exhaust ventilation automatically when hydrogen reaches the alarm set point.
Is it NIST calibrated?
Yes — it ships with USA NIST-traceable calibration; recalibrate periodically with hydrogen calibration gas.
Does it detect other gases?
No — it is hydrogen-specific. For combustibles use the EX LEL Detector; for CO/H2S/O2/EX the 4 Gas Monitor.
Is one detector enough for a battery room?
One head covers a typical room near the battery banks; larger rooms or multiple banks may need additional heads positioned where hydrogen accumulates.
Does it run continuously?
Yes — it is a mains-powered fixed monitor for continuous, unattended operation.
Is it suitable for data centers and telecom?
Yes — UPS and telecom battery plants are primary applications, where continuous H2 monitoring protects equipment rooms.
Is it in stock and how does it ship?
Use the Amazon buy button for current availability and delivery timing through our fulfillment partner.
Does installation need an electrician?
It is hard-wired, so installation and relay-to-ventilation wiring should follow local electrical code.
What alarms does it have?
Adjustable audible and visual alarms plus the relay output, so you can set action levels and tie in ventilation and remote annunciation.
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Last updated: · Sources reviewed: manufacturer product listing & specifications, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146, OSHA Annotated PEL tables, ACGIH Threshold Limit Values.
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