RAE Systems MultiRAE Lite 5-Gas Monitor with PID Sensor

RAE Systems MiniRAE Lite+ Portable VOC Gas Monitor

The RAE Systems MultiRAE Lite with O2, LEL, CO, H2S, and VOC/PID sensors is a portable, pumped multi-gas detector designed to monitor multiple atmospheric hazards with one instrument. Combining oxygen, combustible gas, toxic gas, and volatile organic compound (VOC) detection, the MultiRAE Lite is an excellent solution for industrial safety, confined space entry, environmental monitoring, and hazardous work environments.

This MultiRAE Lite configuration includes five sensors: 

• Oxygen (O2): Monitors oxygen deficiency and oxygen enrichment.

• Combustible gases (LEL): Detects combustible gas concentrations as a percentage of the lower explosive limit.

• Carbon monoxide (CO): Monitors exposure to toxic carbon monoxide gas.

• Hydrogen sulfide (H2S): Detects toxic hydrogen sulfide concentrations.

• VOC/PID: Uses a photoionization detector to measure volatile organic compounds. 

Built-In Pump for Remote Sampling

The pumped MultiRAE Lite features an integrated sampling pump that draws air through compatible tubing and sampling accessories. This allows users to evaluate potentially hazardous atmospheres before entering confined spaces or other areas where direct access may be unsafe. The pump supports sampling through tubing up to approximately 100 feet (30 meters), subject to tubing and sampling conditions.

PID Technology for VOC Detection 

The integrated 10.6 eV photoionization detector (PID) measures a broad range of volatile organic compounds. PID technology is commonly used in industrial hygiene, environmental assessments, chemical handling, spill response, and hazardous materials investigations. 

The standard VOC PID sensor has a measurement range of 0 to 1,000 ppm. Actual detection capability depends on the compound's ionization potential, the installed lamp, and the instrument's correction factor. 

Key Features and Benefits 

• Monitors five gas hazards with one portable instrument.

• Includes oxygen, combustible LEL, carbon monoxide, hydrogen sulfide, and VOC/PID sensors.

• Built-in pump supports remote air sampling.

• Interchangeable, field-replaceable intelligent sensor technology.

• Large graphical display with real-time gas readings.

• Audible, visual, and vibration alarms.

• Optional wireless communication for remote monitoring and alarm notification.

• Continuous data logging, with up to six months of data for five sensors at one-minute intervals.

• IP65 ingress protection rating for the pumped configuration.

• Compatible with manual calibration or the AutoRAE 2 automatic test and calibration system. 

Applications 

The RAE Systems MultiRAE Lite is suitable for a variety of industrial and environmental applications, including: 

• Confined space entry and pre-entry atmospheric testing

• Industrial hygiene and workplace exposure monitoring

• Chemical manufacturing and processing

• Oil and gas operations

• Wastewater treatment facilities

• Fire overhaul and emergency response

• Environmental remediation and hazardous materials investigations

• VOC monitoring and leak investigations 

Available Purchase Options:  

Choose the configuration that best fits your monitoring and maintenance requirements:

• Gas Monitor Only with Charger: Includes the MultiRAE Lite monitor and standard supplied accessories.

• Gas Monitor with Accessories Kit and Hard Case: Adds accessories for transport and sampling applications.

• Gas Monitor with Accessories, Calibration Kit, and Hard Case: Adds calibration gas and related equipment for instrument maintenance.

The optional calibration kit configurations include a four-gas calibration mixture for the electrochemical and combustible sensors, 100 ppm isobutylene for the PID sensor, or both gas mixtures, depending on the selected option.

Why Buy the MultiRAE Lite from TG Technical Services? 

TG Technical Services specializes in portable gas detection equipment, fixed gas monitoring systems, calibration gases, and gas detector accessories. We help customers select the appropriate gas detection equipment and supporting supplies for their workplace safety requirements. 

The RAE Systems MultiRAE Lite combines five-gas monitoring, VOC detection, and pumped sampling in one versatile portable instrument.

Frequently Asked Questions About the RAE Systems MultiRAE Lite

1. What gases does this MultiRAE Lite monitor detect?

This configuration monitors five gas hazards: oxygen (O2), combustible gases (LEL), carbon monoxide (CO), hydrogen sulfide (H2S), and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) using its PID sensor.

2. What is the PID sensor used for?

The photoionization detector (PID) measures many volatile organic compounds in the air. It is useful for applications such as industrial hygiene, environmental monitoring, chemical handling, and hazardous materials investigations. Not all gases and vapors can be detected by a PID; detection depends on the compound's ionization potential and the installed lamp.

3. Does the MultiRAE Lite have a built-in sampling pump?

Yes. This product listing is for the pumped MultiRAE Lite configuration. Its built-in pump draws air through compatible sampling tubing and accessories, allowing users to test an atmosphere remotely before entering an area.

4. How far can the MultiRAE Lite sample through tubing?

The published sampling range is up to approximately 100 feet (30 meters). Actual performance depends on the tubing, filters, sample conditions, and instrument configuration.

5. Does the MultiRAE Lite offer wireless monitoring?

Optional wireless configurations are available. Depending on the installed wireless hardware and compatible system components, instrument readings and alarm conditions can be transmitted for remote monitoring.

6. Can the MultiRAE Lite be used for confined space entry?

Yes. Its pumped sampling capability allows workers to sample an atmosphere before entering a potentially hazardous space. Follow your confined space entry program, applicable regulations, and the instrument manufacturer's instructions. The monitor does not replace required entry procedures or other protective measures.

7. How often should the MultiRAE Lite be bump tested and calibrated?

Follow the manufacturer's instructions, your facility's safety procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements. A bump test verifies that the sensors and alarms respond to test gas; calibration adjusts sensor readings against known gas concentrations. Calibration should also be performed when required by the manufacturer's guidance or after a failed accuracy check.

8. What calibration gas is required for this MultiRAE Lite configuration?

The optional calibration kit listed for this configuration can include a four-gas mixture containing 50% LEL methane, 18% oxygen, 10 ppm H2S, and 50 ppm CO. The PID sensor uses 100 ppm isobutylene. Select the calibration kit option that matches the sensors and maintenance requirements of your instrument.

9. Is the MultiRAE Lite waterproof?

The pumped MultiRAE Lite has an IP65 ingress protection rating. This indicates protection against dust ingress and water jets under specified test conditions; it should not be described as submersible.

10. What is included with the MultiRAE Lite?

The monitor-only configuration includes the instrument with the specified sensors and options, battery, protective boot and filters, charger/PC communication accessories, calibration adapter, alkaline battery adapter, toolkit, quick-start guide, software, and calibration/test certificate. Additional accessories and calibration gas are available through the selectable purchase options. Confirm the exact contents of the option selected before ordering.