SR244 UV Tube Flame Sensor – Hamamatsu R244 Equivalent
The SR244 UV tube flame sensor is designed as a reliable alternative to the Hamamatsu R244, providing stable ultraviolet flame detection performance for industrial combustion and safety systems. It offers strong immunity to background radiation and ambient light, ensuring dependable flame monitoring in harsh operating environments.
Key Features
- High sensitivity in UV flame spectrum
- Strong immunity to ambient light and hot surfaces
- Stable performance in harsh industrial environments
- Long operating lifetime for safety-critical systems
- Designed as an alternative to commonly used R244 UV tube flame sensors in industrial flame detection systems
Typical Applications
- Industrial gas burners
- Combustion monitoring systems
- Boilers and furnaces
- Industrial safety and flame supervision systems
Technical Overview
This UV tube flame sensor is intended for industrial flame detection applications requiring stable UV response and long-term operation. Integration requirements depend on the supply and signal circuit, pinout, mounting, detector position, amplifier or controller interface and operating environment.
Specifications
| Parameter | SR244 | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | UV Tube Flame Sensor | – |
| Spectral Response | Solar-blind UV | – |
| Output Mode | Current output (requires amplifier) | – |
| Operating Voltage | System-dependent (typical flame detector bias) | V |
| Typical Applications | Boilers / Furnaces / Burners | – |
| Equivalent Model | Hamamatsu R244 | – |
SR244 vs Hamamatsu R244 – UV Tube Flame Sensor Comparison
Below is a feature-level comparison between the SR244 UV tube flame sensor and the Hamamatsu R244, highlighting key performance characteristics and replacement compatibility for industrial flame detection systems.
| Feature | SR244 UV Tube Flame Sensor | Hamamatsu R244 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | UV Tube Flame Sensor | UV Tube Flame Sensor |
| UV Spectral Response | Solar-blind UV | Solar-blind UV |
| Typical Applications | Industrial burners, boilers | Industrial burners, boilers |
| Flame Detection | Hydrocarbon flames | Hydrocarbon flames |
| Background Light Immunity | Strong | Strong |
| Operating Environment | Harsh industrial environments | Industrial environments |
| Replacement Compatibility | Functional equivalent | Original model |
Performance Summary
SR244 provides solar-blind UV flame detection for industrial burners, boilers and combustion safety applications. For R244 replacement evaluations, compare spectral response, operating circuit, pinout, mounting and controller requirements, followed by sample validation.
Compatibility with Existing R244-Based Flame Detection Systems
SR244 can be evaluated for systems using R244-type UV flame sensors. Electrical, mechanical, optical and application compatibility should be confirmed before replacement approval.
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R244 equivalent Engineering Review
Concise selection notes for engineers, buyers, and maintenance teams before sampling or replacement review.
The R244 equivalent page supports engineers comparing industrial UV flame detection products, equivalent models, replacement requirements, and burner safety integration conditions.
For R244 equivalent, check the target model, detector type, mounting condition, electrical interface, response time, flame amplifier compatibility, cable routing, and ambient temperature.
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What should engineers check before using R244 equivalent?
Check mechanical fit, electrical interface, optical response, flame amplifier compatibility, and operating environment.
Can R244 equivalent be used for replacement projects?
Yes. It can support replacement evaluation when the original model and application conditions are reviewed.
Can Sartec help compare equivalent models?
Yes. Sartec Photoelectronics can review cross-reference targets and application requirements.