CHARACTERISTICS

The AccuChrome™ BTU + H2S GC provides fast and reliable analysis for natural gas with an optional upgrade for extended C9+ profiling.


BENEFITS

High Accuracy
Micro Thermal Conductivity (µTCD) and Nano Electro Mechanical (NEMS) detectors deliver high accuracy results.
Fast and Easy Maintenance
Modular analytics and low gas consumption (one tank change per year).

SOFTWARE

Web browser based interface software for local or remote connection.

Communication
  • Modbus TCP or;
  • Modbus RTU
Analysis Output
  • Wobbe Index
  • Heating value (ASTM D 3588, GPA 2172, ISO 6976)
  • Density

ABOUT GALVANIC

We engineer all of our systems and components to deliver uncompromising accuracy, reliability, and long-term value to users, even in the most-challenging process environments.

That’s why multinationals and small companies alike turn to us again and again – they count on our attention to detail, applications know-how, and exacting quality standards.

We work with customers to tailor each system to meet their site-specific process requirements and to provide unparalleled support through installation, training, and long-term product maintenance.

ACCUCHROME™ GC4

Application

NATURAL GAS STANDARD RANGE*
N2 + O2 0.01 - 5%
CH4 50 - 100%
C2H6 0.01 - 20%
C3H8 0.01 - 10%
CO2 0.01 - 15%
C4,C5 0.10 - 1%
C6 0.09 - 1%
C7, C8, C9 0.01 - 2%
H2S 0 - 1%
(*) specifications subject to change

Dimensions

  • H 96cm; W 76cm; D 32cm
  • W: 56kg

Utility Requirements

  • Helium or Hydrogen carrier gas
  • Carrier Gas pressure: 4 bar [60 psi]
  • Sample Gas pressure: 0.3 bar [4.4 psi]
  • Carrier gas consumption: 20 sccm or less
  • Sample gas consumption: 30sccm or less

Certifications

  • ATEX/IECEx Zone 1 II 2G Ex db IIB+H2 T5 Gb
  • CSA/UL Class I Zone 1 IIB+H2 T4
  • CSA/UL Class I Division 2
Ambient temp rating:
-20°C to 50°C (-29°F to 122°F)
Carrier gas consumption:
20 sccm or less (4 bar)
Sample gas consumption:
30 sccm or less (0.3 bar)
C6 LDL:
50 ppm-mol
C6 Repeatability:
± 0.1%
C7-C10 LDL
10ppm-mol
C7-C10 Repeatability
10 %RSD
H2S LDL
40ppm-mol
H2S Repeatability
10 %RSD
Heating value measurement response
2 minutes (standard), 7 minutes (with C9+ upgrade)
Multi-stream capability
Up to 3 with Auto Calibration
Up to 4 with Manual Calibration
Web-based Configuration Software
Yes
Local display
Optional
Modbus:
TCP or RTU
Communication Ports:
1x Ethernet"; 1x RS232/RS485
Dimensions:
H: 96cm W: 76cm D: 32cm
Weight:
56 kg
Power:
300W Max
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David Haydt

When it comes to solving complex applications challenges for customers, David Haydt has built his stellar reputation as the “go-to guy” over his 28-year career at Galvanic. Dave joined the company in 1993 as an applications technician at Galvanic’s Calgary headquarters. From 1999 to early 2006, he served as a field-service technician based out of Houston, Texas, providing start-up assistance, field repair service, and training to Galvanic’s natural gas transmission, petrochemical and refining industry customers. In 2006, he was promoted to production manager for Galvanic’s gas-analysis products, overseeing all aspects – from design and development of tailored systems to meet the customer’s specific application needs to ensuring on-time delivery of products. In 2015 Dave assumed the role of R&D/applications manager, where he became responsible for Galvanic’s entire line of gas- and liquid-analysis products. In 2021 Dave was promoted to Vice President of Product Innovation. Dave is accountable for the evolution of Galvanic’s entire product portfolio.

Dave started his career as a laboratory analyst for Norwest Laboratories in Alberta, Canada. He holds a bachelor of science degree in chemistry from the University of Calgary.

Steve Aasen

An operations-focused executive with 20+ years of experience driving financial performance in technology-based multi-national companies, Steve Aasen joined Galvanic in late 2014 as director of finance. He came to Galvanic from General Dynamics Canada, Ltd, one of Canada’s largest and most-established defence system integrators, where he served for eight years as director of finance. Earlier, Steve was at Telvent North America, a leading Calgary-based IT and industrial-automation provider for pipeline and energy-utility companies. He started as divisional controller and ultimately served as the company’s chief financial officer. Steve received a bachelor of commerce degree in accounting from the University of Saskatchewan, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. He also earned a CMA Designation from the Society of Management Accountants.

Rene Aldana

A senior business executive with more than 20 years of management experience in the global oil & gas industry, Rene Aldana joined Galvanic as its CEO in June, 2018. Rene has extensive experience in strategic leadership, process automation, talent development, and M&A integration that will benefit the next chapter of Galvanic’s growth and progress. Before coming to Galvanic, Rene was the chief operating officer for ZCL Composites Inc., a TSX-listed composites manufacturing company serving the petroleum, water, and waste water industries. Previously, he was the managing director for Yokogawa Canada, a world leader in industrial process measurement and automation solutions. For 18 years prior, he served in a series of high-profile positions at Telvent, starting in customer service, followed by engineering project management, and culminating as vice president of its International Oil & Gas division. He has a bachelor’s of science in computer science from the Simon Fraser University in Canada, an executive MBA from the IE Business School in Spain, and an ICD.D designation from Canada’s Institute of Corporate Directors. Rene is fluent in English, Spanish (native), and Portuguese.