1. General Description
People also call the Honeywell C7061A1020 Ultraviolet (UV) Flame Sensor the Honeywell C7061A1020 UV Flame Detector. This sensor is a solid-state electronic device. Engineers design it for high-performance flame detection in industrial burner management systems.
It reliably detects ultraviolet light from flames. This provides self-checking flame detection for gas, oil, or mixed burners.
This C7061 flame detector performs self-checks and works with Honeywell flame amplifiers, such as the R7861 series. It ensures a quick, accurate response to the flame signal.
The C7061A1020 Honeywell UV Detector (120/230V Shutter type) has a strong, corrosion-resistant housing. Perfect for strict industrial settings.
The detector also includes a built-in self-checking shutter. This feature improves system safety and reliability.
The C7061A1020 U Honeywell sensor has a quick response time and a wide temperature range. Mounting with flanges is easy. This sensor is perfect for both continuous and intermittent burner operations. It helps ensure safe and efficient combustion monitoring in industrial heating systems.
2. Function
The Honeywell C7061A1020 functions by detecting ultraviolet radiation emitted during combustion. When a flame is present, the UV-sensitive tube converts UV energy into electrical signals. A compatible flame amplifier, such as the R7861A or R7861B, receives these signals and verifies the presence of flame.
The amplifier quickly shuts down to ensure safety when no signal is present. This helps prevent fuel buildup or explosion risks. The self-checking shutter mechanism automatically verifies the detector’s operation, ensuring continuous reliability and safety.
This UV flame detector guarantees precise, consistent flame supervision—making it essential for industrial and commercial burner applications requiring dependable performance and safety assurance.
3. Specification
l Model: Honeywell C7061A1020
l Alternate Names: C7061A-1020, C7061A1020 Honeywell, C7061A1020 U Honeywell, Detector de Flama Honeywell C7061A1020
l Type: Ultraviolet (UV) flame sensor with dynamic self-checking shutter
l Sensing Element: UV-sensitive solid-state tube
Flame Detection: Detects UV radiation from gas, oil, or a combination of flames
l Spectral Response: 190–270 nanometers
l Operating Temperature Range: -18°C to +60°C (0°F to +140°F)
l Power Requirement: Supplied through a compatible Honeywell flame amplifier (R7861A/R7861B)
l Response Time: Typically within 1 second
l Mounting: Flange-mounted, adjustable positioning
l Housing: Corrosion-resistant metal enclosure
l Electrical Connection: Quick-disconnect plug-in wiring
l Voltage: 120/230V (with integral self-checking shutter)
l Approvals: UL and FM approved for industrial burner systems
4. Applications
People also know the Honeywell C7061A1020 UV Flame Sensor as the UV Detector 120/230V Shutter. Many industrial and commercial combustion systems use it. This sensor is essential for accurate and reliable flame detection. Common applications include:
l Industrial furnaces and boilers monitor gas, oil, or dual-fuel flames
l Power generation plants for burner management and flame supervision
Petrochemical and refinery burners requiring continuous flame monitoring
l Incinerators and thermal oxidisers for safety and emission control
l Heat-treating and metal processing equipment needing precise flame verification
l Large industrial ovens and commercial heating systems
5. Related Part Numbers
The C7061A1020 Honeywell Flame Detector works in conjunction with several related components and accessories, including:
Flame Amplifiers:
l R7861A1014 — Dynamic self-check amplifier for C7061A sensors
l R7861B1025 — Non-self-check amplifier version
l Burner Controls / Flame Safeguard Controllers:
l R4140, R4343, R7847, R7851, R7861 series
Mounting and Accessory Parts:
l 123539A — Mounting flange assembly
l 190971A — UV tube replacement kit
l 118367A — Shutter motor assembly
l 190968B — Gasket and hardware kit
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