Honeywell BW™ RigRat: Portable Multi-Gas Area Monitor
The Honeywell BW™ RigRat is a portable multi-gas area monitor designed to keep safety regulations in check and protect workers with the most user-friendly area monitoring device of its kind.
Product Overview
The Honeywell BW™ RigRat is designed for ease of use, allowing workers to rely on it to warn them of gas hazards in their vicinity. It operates effectively in both indoor and outdoor environments, across a wide temperature range of -40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F).
Key benefits include:
- Up to 8 weeks of runtime on a single charge, offering longer operational life than any other area monitor in its class.
- Flexible applications, suitable for zone release, turnarounds, confined spaces, routine maintenance, boundary monitoring, and more. Available with a pump for remote sampling.
- Up to six sensor slots for interchangeable gas sensors, offering a choice of electrochemical, PID, infrared, and thermal conductivity sensors (measuring in % LEL and Vol.-%).
- Integrated noise sensor and sensors for meteorological data.
- Highly configurable with programmable inputs and outputs.
- Certified for explosive atmospheres (ATEX/IECEx Zone 0 and CSA C1D1).
- One-button operation for immediate use without requiring specialized knowledge.
- Easy smartphone setup via a mobile app for alarm setpoints, calibration data, and more.
- Provides additional protection by warning workers of nearby gas leaks, complementing personal detectors that only cover the breathing zone.
[Image Description: A Honeywell BW™ RigRat portable multi-gas area monitor, a robust yellow and black device with a yellow base, featuring a clear display, multiple sensors, and an antenna.]
Key Features and Benefits
Wireless Safety Area
Position multiple Honeywell BW™ RigRat monitors to create a wireless safety perimeter.
[Image Description: A diagram showing multiple Honeywell BW™ RigRat units forming a connected safety zone.]
Remote Monitoring
When used with Honeywell's remote monitoring software, you can view gas readings, locations, and other data from any internet-connected device to make informed decisions quickly. Optional noise or meteorological sensors can be added.
[Image Description: A screenshot or diagram illustrating the remote monitoring interface showing device data and locations.]
Compatibility with Honeywell Touchpoint™ Plus
Utilize the device with the Honeywell Touchpoint™ Plus controller for enhanced visibility of Honeywell BW™ RigRat monitors and personnel gas detectors.
[Image Description: An illustration showing the Honeywell Touchpoint™ Plus controller interface displaying connected gas monitors.]
Additional Features
- Mains power for extended runtime in the field.
- I/O outputs offering additional input capabilities and local execution activation.
- An inert mode that prevents alarms in normal ambient air.
- A large, easy-to-read display.
- Robust, weatherproof design with an optional protective cover.
Technical Specifications
Device Specifications (Typical)
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model Number | BWRR100P/BWRR100D |
| Dimensions | 40 x 29 x 47 cm |
| Weight | 8 kg |
| Gas Sensor Slots | Up to 6 |
| Gas Sampling Method | With Pump or Diffusion |
| Battery | Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery (3.7 V/26.4 Ah) |
| Charging Time | Less than 18 hours when the unit is powered off |
| Runtime | 8 weeks for the lowest configuration model; other models vary by configuration |
| Keypad | One-button operation and programming |
| Display | 3.5" 240x320 TFT color LCD with white LED backlight |
| Alarm | Red/yellow/green LED alarm; 108 dBA horn alarm at 1 m; on-screen display of alarm conditions |
| Data Logging | Full gas sensor and unit data for at least 4 months at one-minute intervals |
| Wireless | License-free ISM band: Bluetooth Low Energy (BT 4.2/5.0), 2.4 GHz, in standard mode; Mesh module: IEEE 802.15.4 868 MHz/915 MHz/2.4 GHz (optional); OR WLAN module: 802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz (optional) |
| Radio Module and Range | Bluetooth Low Energy: RMBLEC, up to 5 m; Mesh: RM900A, 300m (868-900 Mhz) or RM2400, 150 m (2.4GHz); WLAN: RMWIFIC, up to 50 m |
| Outdoor | GPS receiver module: GPS-L1 frequency (1575.42 MHz) (Only with IEEE 802.15.4 868 MHz/915 MHz modem and WLAN) |
| IP Rating | IP65 for pump models; IP67 for diffusion models |
| Temperature | -20°C to +60°C for pump model; -40°C to +60°C for diffusion models |
| Relative Humidity | 5-95% relative humidity (non-condensing) |
| Safety Certifications | cETLus Class I Division 1; Groups A, B, C, D; T4; IECEx/ATEX II 1G Ex ia da IIC T4 Ga; For LEL/IR/CO2 sensor installed: II 2G Ex ia da db IIC T4 Gb; 1G Ex ia da IIC T4 Ga |
| Wireless Approvals | FCC Part 15, IC, RE-D |
| RoHS (Issued) | RoHS compliance, Directive (EU) 2015/863 |
| Noise Sensor | 60-125-dBA range; (responds: 100 Hz to 8 kHz), 1 dB resolution; A-weighted 15-second equivalent level; updated every 5 seconds |
| External Connections | |
| Charger Connection for Safe Area (AC CHG SAFE AREA) | 6 V DC 3 A typical charger; connect AC/DC adapter |
| On-the-Go Charging (IST CHG HAZARDOUS) | Intrinsically safe mains voltage input for extending unit runtime (low energy model only) |
| RAEMet Connection (Serial) | Connection for RAEMet wind sensor (optional) |
| Analog/Switch Input (4-20 mA IN) | 4-20 mA signal input, X1 channel/switch on/off signal input, X1 channel (optional) |
| On/Off Switch Output (Switch) | Max. 20 V/120 mA, SPDT normally open, X3 channels for external connections (optional). See user manual for full details. |
Sensor Specifications
| Sensor | Measurement Range | Resolution | Temperature Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combustible Gases (IR)* | 0-100% LEL/0-100 Vol.-% | 1% LEL/0.1 Vol.-% | -40°C to +60°C |
| Combustible Gases (LEL) | 0-100% LEL | 1% LEL | -40°C to +60°C |
| Carbon Dioxide (CO₂) | 0-5 Vol.-%/100 ppm | 0.01 Vol.-%/100 ppm | -20°C to +50°C |
| Carbon Dioxide Sensor (CO₂) (Extended Range) | 0-100 Vol.-% | 0.1 Vol.-% | -20°C to +50°C |
| Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) | 0-2000 ppm | 0.1 ppm | -20°C to +50°C |
| Carbon Monoxide (CO) | 0-500 ppm | 1 ppm | -40°C to +60°C |
| Carbon Monoxide (CO) (Extended Range) | 0-2000 ppm | 10 ppm | -20°C to +50°C |
| Carbon Monoxide (CO) (H₂-Resistant) | 0-1000 ppm | 5 ppm | -20°C to +60°C |
| Hydrogen Sulfide (H₂S) | 0-100 ppm | 0.1 ppm | -40°C to +60°C |
| Hydrogen Sulfide (H₂S) (Extended Range) | 0-1000 ppm | 1 ppm | -20°C to +50°C |
| Sulfur Dioxide (SO₂) | 0-20 ppm | 0.1 ppm | -40°C to +60°C |
| Oxygen (O₂) | 0-30 Vol.-% | 0.1 Vol.-% | -40°C to +60°C |
| Nitrogen Monoxide (NO) | 0-250 ppm | 0.5 ppm | -20°C to +50°C |
| Nitrogen Dioxide (NO₂) | 0-20 ppm | 0.1 ppm | -20°C to +50°C |
| Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN) | 0-50 ppm | 0.5 ppm | -20°C to +50°C |
| Ammonia (NH₃) | 0-100 ppm | 1 ppm | -20°C to +50°C |
| Chlorine (Cl₂) | 0-50 ppm | 0.1 ppm | -20°C to +50°C |
*Note: The temperature range for the Dynament IR combustible gas sensor is -20°C to +50°C.
Certification Markings
USA and Canada: Class I, Division 1, Groups A, B, C, D T4
Europe: ATEX II 1 G Ex ia IIC T4 Ga -40°C ≤ Ta ≤ +60°C
IECEx: Ex ia IIC T4 Ga -40°C ≤ Ta ≤ +60°C
Optional Accessories
SolarPak BW™ RigRat (Optional)
The Honeywell BW™ RigRat can be powered by the SolarPak BW™ RigRat. Certain monitor configurations do not offer continuous operation but rather an extension of runtime. Refer to the manual for details.
[Image Description: The Honeywell SolarPak accessory, a solar panel designed to extend the runtime of the BW™ RigRat monitor.]
Further Information
For more details, visit: safety.honeywell.com
Note: In the interest of continuous research and product development, specifications are subject to change without prior notice. © 2020 Honeywell International Inc.
