Crowcon Vortex Gas Controller

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Crowcon-Vortex

The Crowcon Vortex is a flexible gas controller, which can be customised to meet site requirements, however complex, without the need for extensive cabling.

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Crowcon Vortex Gas Detection Control System

The Crowcon Vortex is a highly flexible and configurable gas detection control system designed to monitor multiple gas detectors and fire inputs from a single control platform. Available in several enclosure formats, the Vortex can be tailored to suit a wide range of industrial, commercial, and hazardous area applications while minimizing installation complexity and cabling requirements.

With support for up to 12 monitoring channels (including up to 3 fire channels), configurable alarm logic, Modbus communications, SIL1 validation, and optional battery backup, the Vortex provides a scalable solution for both new installations and system upgrades.

Key Features

Flexible modular gas detection control system
Available in four versions:
- Vortex Wall Mounted
- Vortex Rack Mounted (19″)
- Vortex Panel Mounted
- Vortex Exd Flameproof
Supports 1 to 12 channels
Up to 3 fire monitoring channels
Monitor multiple detectors through a single control panel
Each channel supports:
- 1 fault level
- 3 alarm levels
Up to 32 configurable output relays
Factory-configurable to project requirements
User reconfiguration via PanelsPro software
Front-panel push-button operation
High-visibility LED status indication
RS-485 Modbus communications
Remote configuration and calibration capability
Uses industry-standard communication protocols
Individual channel inhibit functionality
Modular plug-in construction
Continuous relay supervision
Validated to IEC 61508 SIL1
Internal battery backup option (except flameproof versions)
Electronically adjusted settings with no potentiometers

Typical Applications

Oil & Gas

Process plants
Refineries
Tank farms
Loading terminals
Offshore platforms

Chemical Processing

Storage facilities
Manufacturing areas
Hazardous process plants

Utilities

Water treatment facilities
Wastewater plants
Energy infrastructure

Commercial Buildings

Plant rooms
Boiler rooms
Chiller plants
Car parks

Industrial Manufacturing

Production facilities
Warehouses
Utility buildings

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Product	Crowcon Vortex
System Type	Modular Gas Detection Control System
Monitoring Capacity	1 to 12 Channels
Fire Inputs	Up to 3 Channels
Alarm Levels per Channel	3
Fault Levels per Channel	1
Maximum Relay Outputs	32
Communications	RS-485 Modbus
Configuration Software	PanelsPro
User Interface	Push Buttons & LED Indicators
Safety Validation	IEC 61508 SIL1
Construction	Modular Plug-In Design
Battery Backup	Internal Battery Pack (except Exd versions)

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