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Mission Bay Technologies — California-Based Partner to Global Technology Leaders

Remote Methane Leak Detector for Pipeline & Utility Inspections

The ELLI Remote Methane Leak Detector is a professional handheld laser methane detector designed for natural gas utilities, pipeline operators, biogas facilities, and LDAR (Leak Detection & Repair) inspections. Using advanced TDLAS (Tunable Diode Laser Absorption Spectroscopy) technology, ELLI detects methane leaks from a safe distance of up to 98 ft (30 m)—or 164 ft (50 m) under optimal conditions—allowing technicians to inspect elevated, inaccessible, or hazardous areas without direct contact.

Engineered for fast, safe, and efficient leak surveys, ELLI delivers methane readings in just 0.1 seconds while eliminating cross-sensitivity to other hydrocarbons. The integrated GPS, wireless data transfer, touchscreen interface, and visible green aiming laser streamline documentation and inspection workflows for utilities, renewable natural gas (RNG), biogas facilities, and industrial gas systems.

Ideal Applications

  • Natural gas pipeline inspections
  • Utility leak surveys
  • LDAR (Leak Detection & Repair)
  • Biogas plants
  • Renewable natural gas (RNG) facilities
  • Compressor stations
  • Elevated pipeline inspections
  • Hazardous area inspections

Key Features

  • Remote methane detection up to 98 ft (30 m) standard and 164 ft (50 m) under ideal conditions
  • TDLAS laser methane detection technology
  • Ultra-fast 0.1-second response time
  • Measures methane up to 50,000 ppm·m
  • No cross-sensitivity to other hydrocarbons
  • Color LCD touchscreen
  • Integrated GPS and wireless data transfer
  • User-programmable alarm thresholds
  • Green Class 2M aiming laser
  • Rechargeable Li-ion battery with 8-hour runtime
  • Rugged IP54 enclosure
  • Made in Germany

Technical Specifications

Specification Value
Detection Gas Methane (CH₄)
Detection Technology TDLAS (Tunable Diode Laser Absorption Spectroscopy)
Measurement Range 0–50,000 ppm·m
Scanning Distance 98 ft (30 m) standard, 164 ft (50 m) under ideal conditions
Response Time 0.1 seconds
Display Color LCD Touchscreen
GPS Integrated
Connectivity USB, Wireless Data Transfer, Headphone Jack
Battery Rechargeable Li-Ion
Battery Life 8 hours
Charging Time 6 hours
Protection Rating IP54
Operating Temperature 1°F to 122°F (-17°C to 50°C)
Humidity 5–90% RH
Dimensions 9.3 × 6.6 × 2.9 in (237 × 167 × 74 mm)
Weight 3.5 lb (1.6 kg)
Included Rugged Carrying Case, Charger, Carrying Strap, Earphones
Warranty 24 Months
Country of Origin Germany
HS Code 9027.10
SKU MBT-730002

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