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Development of a highly sensitive galvanic cell oxygen sensor.

H Ogino¹, K Asakura

¹Toyo Sanso Co. Ltd., Technical Research Laboratory, 3-3, Mizue-cho, Kawasaki, Kanagawa 210, Japan.

|February 1, 1995

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A new galvanic cell oxygen sensor accurately measures low oxygen levels in high-purity gases. This sensor achieves high sensitivity and rapid response times for precise gas analysis.

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Analytical Chemistry
Electrochemistry
Materials Science

Background:

Accurate oxygen measurement is critical in high-purity industrial gases like nitrogen and argon.
Existing sensors may lack the sensitivity or speed required for trace oxygen detection.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop a highly sensitive galvanic cell oxygen sensor.
To achieve precise determination of parts per billion (ppb) levels of oxygen.
To improve sensor response time and detection limits.

Main Methods:

Development of a novel galvanic cell sensor design.
Calibration and testing using high-purity gases with controlled oxygen concentrations.
Evaluation of sensor response linearity, speed, and detection limit.

Main Results:

A highly sensitive galvanic cell oxygen sensor was successfully developed.
Sensor response was proportional from 10.0 ppm down to the detection limit.
Improved response time achieved within 90 seconds for a 90% response.
Tentative detection limit found to be less than 0.4 ppb (Signal-to-Noise ratio = 2).

Conclusions:

The developed galvanic cell sensor offers high sensitivity for trace oxygen detection in high-purity gases.
The sensor provides a reliable and rapid method for quality control in industries requiring ultra-pure gases.
Further optimization may lead to even lower detection limits for advanced applications.