{"product_id":"xnx-amsv-nhif1-honeywell-universal-gas-transmitter-ir-propane","title":"XNX-AMSV-NHIF1 Honeywell Universal Gas Transmitter IR Propane","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXNX-AMSV-NHIF1 Honeywell\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Universal Transmitter delivers continuous optical gas detection engineered for harsh hydrocarbon processing environments. Housed in a painted 316 stainless steel flameproof enclosure, this unit comes pre-configured with an integrated MPD infrared sensor cartridge calibrated for 0–100% LEL Propane detection. Operating over a 4-20mA analog current loop with HART digital protocol, it includes a dedicated local external HART interface port for fast field commissioning and diagnostic access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConfiguration Architecture Breakdown\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoneywell XNX Series Platform\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHazardous Area Approval [A]:\u003c\/strong\u003e ATEX \/ IECEx \/ INMETRO Certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConduit Entry Type [M]:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 x M25 Metric Cable Entries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHousing Material [S]:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marine-Grade Painted 316 Stainless Steel (6.8 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput Personality [V]:\u003c\/strong\u003e Millivolt (mV) \/ MPD Cartridge Interface Board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Hardware Option [N]:\u003c\/strong\u003e Base Configuration (No Internal Relays \/ Bus Modules)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocal Service Interface [H]:\u003c\/strong\u003e External Intrinsically Safe Local HART Access Port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensor Cartridge [IF1]:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated MPD Optical Infrared Sensor (0–100% LEL Propane)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications \u0026amp; Operating Boundaries\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEngineering Parameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eField Specification Detail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoneywell\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull Model Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXNX-AMSV-NHIF1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoneywell XNX Universal Gas Transmitter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTarget Gas Calibration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePropane (C3H8) Hydrocarbon Gas (0–100% LEL Range)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensing Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMPD Dual-Beam Optical Infrared (IR) Sensor Cartridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Output Signal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-20mA Analog Signal with Integrated HART Protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocal Diagnostic Access\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottom-Mounted External Local HART Interface Socket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngress Protection Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP66 Weatherproof Seal (NEMA 4X equivalent)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40°C to +65°C (-40°F to +149°F) Base Unit Limits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmbient Humidity Window\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 99% RH Non-Condensing Operating Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Air Pressure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80 kPa to 120 kPa Absolute Pressure Window\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit Net Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.8 Kg (Solid 316 Stainless Steel Casing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Hardware \u0026amp; Operational Deployments\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible System Hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHoneywell Experion PKS, Safety Manager, and System 57 Control Panels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThird-party PLCs, DCS architectures, and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntrinsically safe handheld HART field communicators and Asset Management Software (AMS).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTarget Industrial Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLiquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) bottling plants, bulk storage spheres, and distribution terminals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffshore oil drilling platforms, FPSOs, and coastal LNG regasification facilities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePetrochemical cracking units, hydrocarbon pump houses, and gas turbine skids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiagnostic \u0026amp; Predictive Self-Monitoring Capabilities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXNX-AMSV-NHIF1 Honeywell\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e transmitter continuously monitors optical path clarity, IR lamp output, baseline signal drift, and internal microcontroller health. If severe window obscuration or internal hardware degradation occurs, the device immediately drops its analog loop output to dedicated fault currents (≤2.0mA), broadcasting precise diagnostic codes over HART. This allows instrumentation teams to perform proactive cleaning or cell replacements before false trips disrupt production loops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModel Selection Comparison \u0026amp; Engineering Recommendation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelecting the correct digital communication option and target gas calibration ensures seamless control system integration. Below is an engineering comparison between the \u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXNX-AMSV-NHIF1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and the alternative \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plcsparehub.com\/products\/xnx-amsv-fniv1-honeywell-xnx-series-ir-transmitter\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXNX-AMSV-FNIV1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e configuration:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSelection Specification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXNX-AMSV-NHIF1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plcsparehub.com\/products\/xnx-amsv-fniv1-honeywell-xnx-series-ir-transmitter\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXNX-AMSV-FNIV1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Gas Calibration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePropane (0–100% LEL Hydrocarbon IR)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMethane (0–100% LEL Hydrocarbon IR Vol)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Bus Protocol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard HART over 4-20mA (No Bus Module)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 Communication Board\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocal Diagnostic Port\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated External Local HART Port Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Housing (Internal Terminal Access)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePainted 316 Stainless Steel (6.8 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePainted 316 Stainless Steel (6.8 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHazardous Area Approval\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eATEX \/ IECEx \/ INMETRO Certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eATEX \/ IECEx Hazardous Area Certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngineering Advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specify the \u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXNX-AMSV-NHIF1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e for facilities monitoring heavier hydrocarbon vapors (such as Propane or LPG) that transmit signals over point-to-point 4-20mA analog loops and require convenient local handheld HART access. Choose the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plcsparehub.com\/products\/xnx-amsv-fniv1-honeywell-xnx-series-ir-transmitter\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXNX-AMSV-FNIV1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e when measuring Methane in plants utilizing digital FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 multi-drop networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGlobal PLC Spare HUB's Insight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn propane storage farm installations, catalytic bead sensors often suffer from poison accumulation due to atmospheric contaminants, leading to frequent zero shifts. Upgrading to the \u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXNX-AMSV-NHIF1 Honeywell\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e infrared transmitter completely eliminates sensor poisoning risks because optical IR technology does not rely on chemical reactions. On a recent tank farm overhaul, deploying this optical \u003cspan style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoneywell XNX\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e model reduced field routine test intervals from quarterly to annually, while the external local HART port enabled technicians to complete bump tests in minutes without opening the flameproof housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty, Logistics \u0026amp; Shipping Terms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Brand New Original Factory Supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard 12-Month Quality Warranty from dispatch date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrder Processing Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast handling, shipping within 24 to 48 hours post-payment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlobal Express Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Door-to-door courier service via FedEx, UPS, and DHL Express\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Selection \u0026amp; Operational FAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the primary advantage of infrared gas sensing over traditional catalytic bead detectors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInfrared optical sensors do not require oxygen to operate, cannot be poisoned by silicones or sulfides, and handle continuous exposure to high gas concentrations without element burnout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the IF1 Propane IR sensor cartridge detect Methane gas accurately?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the IF1 sensor responds to various hydrocarbons, its internal optical filter and cross-calibration curve are optimized for Propane (C3H8). For dedicated Methane monitoring, specify the IV1 sensor variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the local HART port save maintenance time in classified areas?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe external intrinsically safe HART port allows field operators to plug in a communicator directly under power, eliminating the requirement to obtain a hot-work permit or unbolt the heavy 316SS cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat cable gland configuration is recommended for the M25 entry threads?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse certified explosion-proof double-seal cable glands rated Ex d \/ Ex tb with IP66 seals to maintain compliance and prevent ingress of moisture or corrosive coastal air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs an oxygen supply necessary for this transmitter to detect flammable gases?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Because the optical MPD IR sensor measures gas absorption of specific infrared light wavelengths, it operates accurately in inert gas atmospheres or total oxygen-deficient environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/7863\/8774\/files\/XNX.png?v=1787714324\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Honeywell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45384115814582,"sku":"XNX-AMSV-NHIF1","price":204.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/7863\/8774\/files\/XNX-AMSE-NHNNN_3.jpg?v=1787726867","url":"https:\/\/www.plcsparehub.com\/products\/xnx-amsv-nhif1-honeywell-universal-gas-transmitter-ir-propane","provider":"Global PLC Spare Hub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}