CO2 sensor: what is it?

One CO sensor₂ is useful for measuring the concentration of gas carbon dioxide (also called carbon dioxide or CO₂) in L’air, it indicates when it is appropriate to ventilate a room, whether it is a workplace or a living space in the house.

the sensor of CO₂ comes in the form of a small case like that of a smoke detector which works the same way as a thermometer. A light from color indicates when the room needs airing. When it is green, everything is fine; orange means that the air needs to be renewed and red gives an alert, it is urgent to ventilate the room.

What is the purpose of a CO sensor₂ ?

In an enclosed space, the concentration of 600 ppm of carbon dioxide should ideally not be exceeded, the CO sensor₂ gives an accurate measurement. Outdoors, the concentration of CO₂ is about 400 ppm. The red light of a CO sensor₂ is triggered from a concentration of 800 ppm. The CO sensor₂ can be used in a closed environment intended for the gathering of several people in order to limit the spread of a virus. the coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, is transmissible mainly by air, this device is therefore of interest to prevent the Covid-19 to spread. Small particles and droplets are emitted when we breathe, some float in the air and can stay in a closed room for a long time. It is for this reason that the risk of contamination decreases when the room is aired regularly and at the right times. A CO sensor₂ alerts and reminds that it is necessary to ventilate the room for everyone’s safety. The main places where CO sensors₂ are installed are classrooms, schools, meeting rooms and offices.

The impact of carbon dioxide on health

Carbon dioxide has a negative impact on our body when its concentration is too high, this is particularly the case when many people share the same space. You may notice a loss of concentration and this can have an impact on the well being at work and on productivity. Thus, a CO sensor₂ is of major interest for our health beyond the limitation of virus transmission.