Product Description
The ACI TSENSE is a carbon dioxide sensor with analog, Modbus, or BACnet communication, and relay capabilities. It also measures relative humidity and temperature. It is designed for use in commercial office buildings, gymnasiums, shopping malls, auditoriums, theaters, hospitals, and schools for demand control ventilation and economizers.
Offers analog, Modbus, or BACnet communication options
Measures CO2 concentration, temperature, and humidity
Features a single beam non-dispersive infrared (NDIR) sensing method
Product Highlights
The ACI TSENSE is a versatile sensor for monitoring indoor air quality and controlling ventilation in a variety of commercial and institutional settings.
Product Information
Standard Information
Brand : ACI
Manufacturer Part Number : TSENSE
Technical Specifications
Supply Voltage
12 VDC, 24 VAC/VDC, ±20%; (Half-wave rectified) (50-60 Hz)
Power Consumption
<0.35W average non-display, <0.6W display version, <2W maximum
Electrical Connections
0.00232 in2 (1.5 mm2) screw terminals
Operating Environment
Residential and Commercial spaces
Operating Temperature / RH
32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C) | 0-95% RH Non-condensing
Warm Up Time
1 minute (@ full specs 15 mins)
Coverage Area
7500 sq. ft. maximum
Pressure Dependence
±1.6% per 0.145 psi (1 kPa) deviation from normal pressure (1 Atmosphere = 14.7 psi (1.013 KPa))
Recommended Maintenance
Maintenance free
Coverage Area / Mounting Height
7500 ft2 (696.7 m2) | 4-6’ off the floor
Self-Diagnostics
Complete function check
Display (Optional)
Touch display, configurable color LCD with CO2 (PPM), Temperature (°F or °C), and Humidity (%RH)
Storage Temperature Range
-22°F to 158°F (-30°F to 70°F)
Analog Outputs
Out 1 (CO2): 0 to 10V, 0 to 2000 ppm
Output Signal Resolution
10-bits, 10mV/steps, , 0.1% steps of full ppm/°C/%RH range
CO2 Specs Accuracy
±50 ppm (@ 1000 ppm, 63°F to 82°F (17°C to 28°C), and Humidity (%RH)
Sensing Method
Single bean non-dispersive Infrared (NDIR)
Sensor Life
> 15 years (typical)
Response Time
<6 minutes (Air velocity of 0.15m/s)
Sensing Range
0 to 2000 ppm (CO2), optional 0 to 3000 ppm
Extended Range Accuracy
Typically < (+/- 30 ppm +/- 20% of measured value)
Repeatability
±0.45°F @ 63 to 82°F (±0.25°C @ 17 to 28°C)
Annual Zero Drift
±0.3% of measurement range
Calibration
Senseair ABC algorithm (Automatic Baseline Correction)
Temperature Specs Sensor Operating Temperature Range
32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C)
Accuracy
±0.9°F @ 63 to 82°F (±0.5°C @ 17 to 28°C), ±1.8°F @ 32 to 122°F (±1.0°C @ 0 to 50°C)
RH Specs RH Sensor Type
Capacitive
RH Measurement Range
0-100%
RH Specs Accuracy
±5% @ 20 to 80% RH
Hysteresis
±1% @ 20 to 80% RH
RH Specs Repeatability
±0.25% RH @ 63 to 82°F (±0.25% RH @ 17 to 28°C)
Relay Trip Point
CO2: 1000 ppm (factory set)
Relay Input Source
CO2 (Default) / Temp/RH Configurable via Touchscreen or UIP5 Software
Relay Deadband/Hysteresis
100 ppm (factory set)
Relay Type
Form C, SPDT 1A @ 50 VAC / 24 VDC
Relay Durability
Mechanical: 100,000,000 operations minimum (@ 36,000 operations/hour)t
Communication Protocol
Modbus RTU or BACnet MS/TP
Supported Baud Rates
9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 76800, 115200
Network Addressable
MAC: 0 to 127 (Default 104)
Enclosure Material | Flammability Rating
Bayblend FR3000 (PC & ABS blend), Flammability rating UL 94V-0
Product Dimensions
(H) 4.92" (125 mm) x (W) 3.35" (85 mm) x (D) 0.87" (22 mm)
Product Weight
TSENSE: 0.361 lbs (0.166kg) | TSENSE-LCD: 0.414 lbs (0.188kg)
Agency Approvals
CE, Compliant with CA Bill 841 requirements
Measurement Range
0 - 2,000 ppm
Application
Industrial,Oil & Gas,Labs,Agriculture,Transportation,Mining
Output Signal
Communicating
Temperature Output
Various (see order grid)
Temperature Accuracy
+/- 1°F (+/- 0.6°C)
Operating Temperature/Relative Humidity Range
32 to 122°F
(0 to 50°C)/0 to 95%, non-condensing
Sensor Coverage Area
7,500 sq. ft. maximum
Life Expectancy
> 15 years (typical)
Manufacturer Part Number
135459
Manufacturer
ACI-Automation Components
Family Series
ACI-Automation Components HVAC Sensors, TSENSE Series
Description
Co2/Rh/Temp, Relay, Bacnet
Input
12 VDC, 24 VAC, 24 VDC
Output
0-10 VDC, BACnet, Modbus, SPDT
Operating Temperature
32-122 °F
Sensing Technology/Sensing Method
Single beam infrared
sensing technology (NDIR); Diffusion
Measurement Range Default
0 to 2,000 ppm
CO2 Output Signal
Out 1: 0-5 VDC or 0-10 VDC (Default) |
Out 2: 4-20 mA (500 Ohm Load Max.)
Fail Safe
Polarity protected
CO2 Accuracy
+/- 40 ppm +/- 3% of reading (@ 15-35°C;
20-70% RH and 101.3 kPa)
Product Dimensions (Room Mount)
(H) 4.5" (W) 2.75" (D)
1.12"
Product Dimensions (Duct Mount)
(H) 5.98" (W) 3.33" (D)
1.85"