Laser Methane Leak Detector
The Laser HUNTER is a professional laser methane leak detector designed for utility companies, pipeline operators, and LDAR (Leak Detection and Repair) programs. Using advanced laser spectroscopy, it delivers highly selective methane detection without interference from humidity, vehicle exhaust, or other background gases, making it ideal for underground pipeline inspections and methane emissions monitoring.
Available with either a single methane (CH₄) or dual methane/ethane (CH₄/C₂H₆) laser module, the Laser HUNTER quickly differentiates natural gas from biogas, helping technicians reduce unnecessary excavations and improve inspection efficiency. The modular platform also supports optional sensors for oxygen, carbon dioxide, gas concentration measurement, and methane emissions quantification to meet modern utility and environmental compliance requirements.
Ideal Applications
- Natural gas pipeline inspections
- Underground gas leak detection
- LDAR (Leak Detection & Repair)
- Methane emissions monitoring
- Utility pipeline surveys
- Vehicle-mounted pipeline inspection
- Gas distribution networks
- Environmental compliance inspections
Key Features
- High-precision laser methane detection
- Optional dual laser for methane & ethane analysis
- Distinguishes natural gas from biogas
- No false readings from humidity or vehicle exhaust
- Detects methane down to 0.1 ppm
- Optional CO₂ and O₂ sensors
- Compatible with carpet probes, bell probes, vehicle systems, and mobile inspection platforms
- Wireless data transfer
- Stores over 2 million measurements
- Esders Connect & Pi NOTE GIS compatible
- More than 10 hours battery life
- Made in Germany
Technical Specifications (U.S. Format)
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Detection Gases | Methane (CH₄), Ethane (C₂H₆), Optional CO₂ & O₂ |
| Methane Range | 0–1,000 ppm |
| Methane Resolution | 0.1 ppm (Single Laser) |
| Methane Volume | 0.1–100% Vol. |
| Ethane Range | 15–1,000 ppm |
| Pump Capacity | >80 L/h |
| Display | 128 × 64 Backlit LCD |
| Battery Life | 10+ hours |
| Storage Capacity | 2,000,000+ measurements |
| Protection Rating | IP52 |
| Operating Temperature | 14°F–104°F (-10°C–40°C) (depends on laser module) |
| Dimensions | 9.1 × 4.5 × 3.3 in (230 × 115 × 85 mm) |
| Weight | 4.6 lb (2.1 kg) |