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ACI A/CO2-R2 Room CO2 Sensor

MPN: A/CO2-R2
Automation Components, Inc.
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Sensor 0V ~ 5V, 0V ~ 10V, 4mA ~ 20mA
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Overview

The A/CO2-R2 is a wall-mounted carbon dioxide sensor designed for indoor air quality monitoring and demand control ventilation. It features a dual-channel Non-Dispersive Infrared (NDIR) sensor for high accuracy and long-term stability in commercial environments. The device supports multiple field-selectable output signals including 0-5 VDC, 0-10 VDC, and 4-20 mA to interface with building automation systems.

Why Choose This Part

This sensor features an Automatic Baseline Correction (ABC) algorithm to mitigate long-term drift, ensuring reliable 0 to 2,000 ppm measurements with +/- 3 percent accuracy. Its wide input voltage range of 16.5 to 40 VDC and polarity protection provide significant installation flexibility and robustness against wiring errors.

Applications

Demand Control Ventilation
Optimizes HVAC energy usage by adjusting outdoor air intake based on real-time occupancy levels in schools or offices.
Indoor Air Quality Monitoring
Provides continuous CO2 level feedback in high-traffic public spaces like theaters, malls, and auditoriums.
Economizer Control
Integrates with air-side economizers to ensure fresh air requirements are met while maximizing cooling efficiency.

Getting Started

Installation requires mounting the ABS plastic enclosure to a standard junction box and selecting the desired output signal via internal jumpers. Connect the sensor to a 24 VAC/VDC power source and wire the analog output to a PLC or building controller's high-impedance analog input. Periodic field calibration is recommended using NIST traceable gas if required by local building codes.

A/CO2-R2 Family

Part NumberDifferenceStock
A/CO2-R2-AN AN 25

Also Consider

SCD41 Sensirion - A photoacoustic CO2 sensor offering a much smaller footprint and lower power consumption for space-constrained designs.
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