Hydrogen fuel cell production facilities and storage areas present unique challenges. Because hydrogen is lighter than air and very dispersive, it diffuses quickly when it escapes into the air. However, if hydrogen accumulates in a confined space, without proper ventilation, it could ignite or cause an explosion. Rosemount™ gas monitoring and gas detection products act as a first line of defense to quickly detect hydrogen gas leaks, helping to prevent further spread and potential ignition.
If ignition does happen, hydrogen fires are almost invisible to the naked eye during daylight hours. Due to its low radiant heat, a hydrogen fire may not be detected until a person is close to or inside the fire itself. Without a flame detection system in place, a hydrogen fire could go undetected. The Rosemount 975HR Flame Detector can quickly detect hydrogen fires at long distances with a high immunity to false alarms.