Portable Sniffer Leak Detector, PHD-4, Lightweight, Handheld (2024)

Portable Sniffer Leak Detector, PHD-4, Lightweight, Handheld (1)

The PHD-4 sniffer leak detector is a lightweight and rugged sniffer, sensitive to helium concentrations as low as 2 ppm – equivalent to a leak rate of 5 x 10–6 atm-cc/sec, far superior to bubble-testing, dye penetrants, and pressure decay. The sensitivity of the PHD-4 is enabled by Agilent’s proprietary and patented SIPD (Selective Ion Pump Detection) technology.

With automatic startup, self-test and calibration, the PHD-4 is easy to use with minimal training required. It is powered by a rechargeable battery pack with a 4-hour runtime.

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Features

  • Weighs only 2.6 kg (5.7 lbs) including the battery
  • Wide range of uses
  • Replaces or can be used with existing methods such as bubble test or pressure decay
  • Microprocessor control allows simple, flexible operation
  • Fully automatic startup
  • Ready for test in less than three minutes
  • Excellent selectivity for helium allows you to read helium leaks and ignore all other gases
  • Helium sensitivity can be adjusted as required to minimize test costs and helium consumption
  • Can operate either on battery power or line voltage
  • The display can be set to use any of four languages (English, French, German, or Italian)
  • Shipped with a power cord
Ambient Operating Temperature
  • -5 to +35 °C
  • 20 to 95 °F
Ambient Storage Temperature
  • -20 to +60 °C
  • 4 to 140 °F
Background Suppression
  • Automatic
Battery Pack
  • Detachable
  • Sealed
  • Four hours of operation with full charge
Lowest Helium Concentration
  • 2 ppm
Maximum Relative Humidity
  • 90 %
Minimum Detectable Leak
  • 5 x 10-6atm·cc/s
    5 x 10-6mbar·l/s
    5 x 10-7Pa·m3/s
Power Requirements
  • 12 VDC from battery pack, car battery, or transformer
Recovery Time
  • <10 seconds from 50 to 0 PPM
Response Time
  • <2 seconds
Start Up Time
  • ~3 minutes
Transformer Power Supply
  • 110-240 V
  • 50-60 Hz
Tuning
  • Automatic
Weight
  • 2.6 kg

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Application Notes

Portable Helium Leak Detector (PHD-4) for Biopharmaceutical Applications

Find out about the advantages PHD-4 offers in finding small leaks (down to 2 ppm/helium) over traditonal bubble testing, often used to find leaks in bioreactors and fermenters.

  • Application Notes
  • English
  • 20 Jun 2019
  • 1.45 MB
  • PDF

PHD-4 Portable Leak Detector for Testing Underground Storage Tanks

provides information on detecting leaks and technical information and drawings on the instrument

  • Application Notes
  • English
  • 17 Feb 2014
  • 1.31 MB
  • PDF
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Support

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PHD-4 Portable Helium Detector user manual

Instructions for use and technical specifications for the PHD-4 Portable Helium Detector - model 969-4600 and 969-4640

  • User Manuals
  • English
  • 27 Feb 2014
  • 3.25 MB
  • PDF

PHD-4 Quick Reference Card

PHD-4 Portable Helium Detector Quick Reference Card

  • User Manuals
  • English
  • 27 Nov 2013
  • 5.67 MB
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PHD-4 Capillary Leak Instructions

Instructions for use for the PHD-4 Capillary Leak

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  • English
  • 21 Jul 2014
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Whether you are just starting to use a helium leak detector or are an experienced user looking for a deeper understanding of leak detection technology and techniques, Agilent can provide customized training and support. Agilent offers training in multiple formats to fit your needs, including at your site, at an Agilent location, or online.|Agilent application engineers are skilled in both vacuum and leak detection, meaning that they can help you design a system that will meet your helium leak testing requirements. Agilent supports you before, during, and after you purchase a helium leak detector to ensure you get the right results.|Use the online chat to talk to our experts and find out more about how we can help.

Vacuum Product & Leak Detector Services

Ensure that your leak detector is in optimal operating condition. Let Agilent’s factory-trained service engineers repair and maintain your leak detector using genuine OEM parts. Our service engineers will ensure that your leak detector is running properly and has the most up-to-date software. We can service your leak detector at your location or you can ship your leak detector back to our service center.|Preventative maintenance, repair, overhaul, and leak recertification service options are available on demand. Alternatively, if you want a higher level of protection and priority, check out Agilent Service Contracts. Use the online chat for help determining the best solution for your needs.

Vacuum Product & Leak Detector Services

When you protect your Agilent helium leak detector with a service contract, you get peace of mind. Agilent factory-trained technicians will perform annual preventative maintenance procedures with the latest software upgrades and repair your leak detector using original equipment manufacture (OEM) parts as needed. What’s more, as a service contract holder you’ll get unlimited technical support via phone, chat, or email.

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