IAQ_100 P Package 110-801
January 2017
15x15 Indoor Air Quality Sensor 100 ppm P Package 110-801
DESCRIPTION
SPEC Sensors’ IAQ_100 is a
Screen Printed ElectroChemical
sensor component specifically
designed for the broad detection of gases associated with poor air quality: sulfides, alcohols,
ammonia, odorous gases, and Carbon Monoxide.
BENEFITS
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Zero Power Sensor
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Sensor Circuit - < 10 uW max
Cold operation - No Heating required
Rugged Design- Not poisoned by
sulfides, chlorides, NH3
Stable Response– Not affected by
humidity, CO2, N2, Ar, most saturated
hydrocarbons, hexane
Small Size& Low Profile - 20x20x3 mm
Sensitive - In the ppm range
Easy to Use - Linear Response
Long Life - 10 years expected life
Fast Response - < 20 seconds
ROHS Compliant
APPLICATIONS
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Bad Air Quality Detection
Indoor Air Monitor
Air Purifier Controls
Weather Stations
Internet of Things
Smart Homes
Early Fire Detection
Leak Detection
HVAC Ventilation Control
PRODUCTION DATA information is current as of publication date.
Products conform to specifications per the terms of the SPEC
Sensors standard warranty. Production processing does not
necessarily include testing of all parameters.
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IAQ_100 P Package 110-801
January 2017
SPECIFICATIONS
Measurement Range
Response Time to 90%
Sensitivity
Expected Operating Life
Operating Temperature Range
Operating Humidity – non-condensing
Power Consumption
Zero Drift (Over Temperature Range)
Lower Detection Limit
0 to 100 ppm (calibrated as CO equivalents)
< 20 seconds typical
12 +/- 3 nA/ppm (CO equivalents)
> 5 years (10 years @ 23+/-3C; 40+/-10% RH)
-10 to 40 C (0 to 40 C continuous)
0 to 100% RH (15 to 95% continuous)
< 50 uW circuit & ambient gas dependent
+/- 2 ppm (CO equivalents)
0.1 ppm CO (depends on the gas & electronics)
CROSS SENSITIVITY
This sensor exhibits sensitivity to a wide range of gases. The following table lists the
relative response of common gases.
Gas
Carbon Monoxide
Hydrogen Sulfide
Ozone
Nitrogen Dioxide
Sulfur Dioxide
Ethanol
Nitric Oxide (NO)
Chlorine
n-Heptane
Ammonia
Methane
Saturated Hydrocarbons
ppm
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100
Typical Response
(as ppm CO)
100
370
-70
-50
70
140
80
-50
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1
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0
PRODUCTION DATA information is current as of publication date.
Products conform to specifications per the terms of the SPEC
Sensors standard warranty. Production processing does not
necessarily include testing of all parameters.
Copyright © 2011-2017, SPEC Sensors LLC
IAQ_100 P Package 110-801
January 2017
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
All sensor designs are made for air monitoring @ 1 atm +/- 0.2 atm. Because applications of use and
device implementation are outside our control, SPEC Sensors cannot guarantee performance in a given
device or application, and disclaims any and all liability therefore.
Customers should test under their
own conditions to ensure the sensors are suitable for their requirements.
Contact the factory to discuss specific concerns that might damage the sensor performance or life.
Condensation and Water (1)
Salt Water Contamination (1)
High Temperature Operation (> 70C) for more than 1 month
Low Humidity Operation (< 15% RH) for more than 3 months
High Bias voltage
Highly contaminated air over a prolonged period
High levels of particles or soot (unless proper filtering is provided)
(1) Use of porous PTFE membrane or filter cap may address this concern)
MARKING INFORMATION
All gas sensors are tested and marked at the SPEC Sensors factory. Sensors include a label with an alpha-
numeric code and a two-dimensional bar code. The codes include the information indicated in the table
below.
PRODUCTION DATA information is current as of publication date.
Products conform to specifications per the terms of the SPEC
Sensors standard warranty. Production processing does not
necessarily include testing of all parameters.
Copyright © 2011-2017, SPEC Sensors LLC
IAQ_100 P Package 110-801
January 2017
DIMENSIONS
PCB LAYOUT GUIDELINES
PRODUCTION DATA information is current as of publication date.
Products conform to specifications per the terms of the SPEC
Sensors standard warranty. Production processing does not
necessarily include testing of all parameters.
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IAQ_100 P Package 110-801
January 2017
SENSOR STORAGE, HANDLING AND SOLDERING
This information embodies various general recommendations concerning the storage, handling, and manual soldering
conditions for SPEC SENSORS CSPEC Modules. It is only applicable for modules guaranteed by SPEC SENSORS
stated in SPEC SENSORS Sensor Specification Sheet. Moreover, SPEC SENSORS' modules are NOT warranted
and should NOT be used in high temperature soldering (reflow) or pre-tinning baths.
Sensor & Module Handling
Handle sensors with care. Take precautions, including but not limited to the following:
A. DO NOT apply excessive pressure to the top or bottom of the sensor module.
B. Whenever possible, handle or make contact with the sensor module from the sides of the PCB or substrate.
C. Light vacuum pressure is possible during handling, DO NOT apply vacuum over gas sensor port.
D. If the sealed sensor package is opened, DO NOT re-seal using vacuum or nitrogen gas. DO NOT reseal with
desiccant.
E. DO NOT obstruct the gas sensor port by making direct contact with any tape, apparatus, weights, etc.
F. DO NOT use silicone or other conformal coatings around the sensor or gas port-holes.
G. Operators are requested to wear powder free antistatic gloves.
Manufacturing Assembly Floor Environment
SPEC SENSORS recommends that the manufacturing assembly floor environment be maintained at controlled
conditions:
A. Temperature: 18 - 26°C
B. Relative Humidity: 40 to 60%
C. Pressure: 1.0 ± 0.2 atm
Sensor & Module Storage Conditions
The shelf life for sealed, packaged components is 12 months from the pack seal date, when stored in the factory-
sealed bag under the following conditions:
A. Temperature: 5 to 25 °C
B. Relative Humidity: 20 to 80%
C. Pressure: 1.0 ± 0.2 atm
D. Storage Time: 12 months
When moving from Storage Conditions to the Manufacturing Assembly Floor Environment, the sensors should be
allowed to equilibrate at the new conditions for at least 24 hours prior to manufacturing.
Module Attach Soldering Process
Hand solder only. Keep the soldering iron or solder process tool away from the sensor. The sensor should not see
pre-heat temperatures above 70 °C. There have been suggested cases where a heat sink cover over the sensor may
be applicable to protect the sensor during processing. No Application notes to this approach available. Only to be
used as reference only.
A. DO NOT heat sensor above 70 °C
B. Hand or peripheral process type approach
C. Use solder wire alloy with the lowest possible eutectic temperature
D. Use lowest possible soldering iron temperature
E. Contact the host board with the soldering iron at a 45° angle on the solder pad
F. Keep the soldering iron away from the top and bottom of the sensor module
G. DO NOT place in reflow, wave or IR reflow type processes
H.
DO NOT place mounted board In a wash
PRODUCTION DATA information is current as of publication date.
Products conform to specifications per the terms of the SPEC
Sensors standard warranty. Production processing does not
necessarily include testing of all parameters.
Copyright © 2011-2017, SPEC Sensors LLC