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testo 317-1 - Gas spillage detector

testo 317-1
The testo 317-1 is a compact and reliable gas spillage detector designed for quick detection of escaping flue gases in heating systems. It features a flexible probe for use in hard-to-reach areas and provides both visual and audible alarms when leaks are detected. This ensures fast identification of potential hazards without the need for constant visual monitoring, enhancing safety in combustion system maintenance.
  • Reliable detection of escaping flue gases
  • Flexible probe for inaccessible areas
  • Acoustic and visual alarm

Overview

Gas leaks in heating systems pose serious health risks, as inhaling toxic gases can lead to severe illness or even fatal consequences. Carbon monoxide (CO), in particular, is especially dangerous due to its colorless and odorless nature, making early detection critical. Flue gas leaks often indicate malfunctions or blockages in combustion systems, requiring immediate attention.

testo 317-1 – Fast and Reliable Gas Spillage Detection

The testo 317-1 is a compact and user-friendly gas spillage detector, designed to quickly and reliably identify escaping flue gases in heating systems. With its highly sensitive sensor, the instrument detects leaks immediately and provides both visual and audible alarms, eliminating the need for constant visual monitoring.

Its flexible probe allows access to hard-to-reach areas, making it ideal for use in confined spaces or inaccessible sections of heating systems. This ensures that leaks can be detected even in the most challenging environments. 

With its fast response time, ease of use, and durable construction, the testo 317-1 is an essential tool for heating engineers and technicians, ensuring safe and efficient system maintenance.

General technical data

Weight
300 g
Reaction time
2 s
Dimensions
128 x 46 x 18 mm
Measuring medium
Ambient air
Alarm function
audible; Optical
Battery type
3 AAA micro batteries
Length probe shaft
200 mm
Length probe shaft tip
35 mm
Diameter probe shaft tip
10 mm

testo 317-1 - Gas Leak Detector with flexible probe and battery

Checking the flue gas pipe in the heated environment

Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colourless, odourless and taste-free gas, but also poisonous. Its sources include the incomplete combustion of substances containing carbon (oil, gas and solid fuels, etc.). If CO manages to get into the bloodstream through the lungs, it combines with haemoglobin, thus preventing oxygen from being transported in the blood; this in turn will result in death through suffocation. This is why it is necessary to check that gas burners are functioning safely. This particularly applies to older appliances which do not have a so-called flue gas monitoring device.

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