Sensepoint XCD RFD Technical Manual  SPXCDHMRFENU Issue 1
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5.1 Mounting and location
Gas detectors should be mounted where a potential hazard of gas is most likely to be 
present. The following points should be noted when locating gas sensors.
•  When locating detectors consider the possible damage caused by natural events e.g. 
rain or ooding. 
•  Consider ease of access to the gas detector for functional testing and servicing.
•  Consider how escaping gas may behave due to natural or forced air currents.
Note:  The  placement  of  gas  detectors  should  be  determined  following  the  advice  of 
experts having specialist knowledge of gas dispersion, experts having knowledge of the 
process plant system and equipment involved, safety and engineering personnel.   The 
agreement reached on the location of detectors should be recorded.
5.2 Mounting the transmitter
The Sensepoint XCD RFD transmitter has an integral mounting plate consisting of four 
mounting holes on the transmitter body. The transmitter may be xed directly to a surface 
mounting, or to a horizontal or vertical pipe/structure, 40.0-80.0mm (1.6 to 3.1 inches) in 
diameter/cross section. The Pipe Mounting Bracket accessory (optional accessory) may 
be used for this purpose.
Caution: The location of gas detectors should be made in accordance with any relevant 
local and national legislation, standards or codes of practice. Always replace sensors 
with a sensor of the same type.
Diagram 5: Outline and mounting dimensions
All dimensions are shown in mm.
¾”NPT entries for 
UL / CSA
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