Teledyne MX300-I Manuale Utente

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is illuminated on the LCD and the audible and visual alarms are 
activated whenever a fault is detected.   

The MX300-I uses the Teledyne Class R17MED disposable oxygen 

sensor. The sensor is made up of a sensing cathode and anode (fuel) 
immersed in electrolyte and packaged in a small plastic container. 
Oxygen entering the sensor reacts with the anode and a proportional 
current is collected at the sensing cathode, which is sent to the 
electronics where it is converted into a digital signal and displayed on 
the LCD Screen. 

Attached to the R17MED sensor is a removable plastic diverter. 

This diverter is used to facilitate the transport of gas mixtures through 
the sensor. The diverter, packaged separately when shipped, is necessary 
when the tee adapter is used to sample gas flowing through a tube.  

The diverter is not necessary and should not be used when the 

sensor is placed directly in a chamber, or when the sensor is used in 
confined volume monitoring, such as incubators and inhalation tents.   

 

The electrical voltage developed in the sensor is sent to the electronics. 

Processing includes amplification, conversion to digits, and comparison to 
alarm set points if appropriate. Using a microprocessor allows for easier 
setting of alarms, automatic calibration, and self-diagnosis.