Honeywell BW Solo BLE Wireless O2 Gas Detector

KTI16017002HBWG

Product Description

The Honeywell BW Solo is a high-reliability, wearable single-gas detector engineered for continuous personal oxygen monitoring and worker safety in industrial environments.

Brand: Honeywell
Model: BW Solo Wireless (O2)
Sensor Technology: 1-Series electrochemical sensor
Gas Detected: Oxygen (O2)
Measurement Range: 0.0% to 30.0% v/v
Resolution: 0.1% v/v
Default Alarm Setpoints: Low alarm 19.5% v/v, High alarm 23.5% v/v
Alarm Indicators: 95 dB audible alarm at 30 cm, high-visibility flashing LED bars, internal vibration
Display: 128 x 64 pixel monochrome backlit LCD
Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
Ingress Protection: IP68 (tested at 1.2 m immersion for 45 minutes)
Data Logging: Continuous logging for 6 months at 5-second intervals
Power Source: Replaceable 3.6V 2/3 AA lithium thionyl chloride cell
Mounting: Integrated rear stainless steel alligator clip
Docking Compatibility: Honeywell IntelliDoX automated instrument management system

KTI16017002HBWG

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Product Details
Available Brands	Honeywell
Unit	Numbers
HSN Code	90271000
Weight	0.116 kg
Dimension	L 7 x W 6.7 x H 3.6 cm cm ft in m
Warranty	Not Applicable
Tags/categories	Safety Fire Safety Solutions Gas Detectors Portable Gas Detector
Standards	IS/IEC 60529

Usually dispatched within 126 days

About this product .

The Honeywell BW Solo single-gas detector is built with an impact-resistant, concussion-proof elastomeric overmold casing engineered to withstand harsh industrial duty. A heavy-duty stainless steel alligator clip on the rear enables secure hands-free fastening directly onto worker coveralls, safety harnesses, or lapels within the breathing zone.
Powered by advanced Honeywell City Technology 1-Series electrochemical sensor architecture, the instrument provides continuous monitoring of Oxygen (O2) concentrations from 0.0% to 30.0% volume with a fine resolution of 0.1% v/v. Factory alarm thresholds are set for oxygen deficiency at 19.5% v/v and oxygen enrichment at 23.5% v/v to alert users immediately to hazardous atmospheric changes.
Critical alarm conditions trigger a three-way signaling system consisting of a piercing 95 dB audible horn at 30 cm, wide-angle perimeter LED strobe bars, and internal vibration. A 128 x 64 pixel monochrome LCD with backlighting provides real-time concentration readouts, peak exposures, and calibration reminders even under low-light operating conditions.
Equipped with onboard Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) wireless transmission, the BW Solo pairs directly with the Honeywell Safety Communicator app on smartphones up to 6 meters away. Telemetry, worker location data, and active alarm states can be pushed straight to Honeywell SafetySuite cloud or desktop software for automated site-wide fleet management.
Rated to IP68 standards, the rugged casing prevents ingress from industrial dust and survives continuous water immersion up to 1.2 meters for 45 minutes. The instrument is certified for intrinsic safety in Class I, Division 1 and IECEx/ATEX Zone 0 hazardous locations, making it suitable for volatile processing facilities.
Ideal applications include confined space pre-entry verification, storage tank inspections, underground sewer networks, and inert gas purging operations using nitrogen or carbon dioxide. Its single-button interface allows effortless gloved-hand control during routine bump testing, alarm latch acknowledgements, and menu navigation.
Field maintenance is streamlined through an innovative front access compartment that allows the oxygen sensor and hydrophobic dust filter to be swapped in seconds without taking the primary enclosure apart. The device utilizes a replaceable 3.6V 2/3 AA lithium thionyl chloride cell, and it is fully compatible with the Honeywell IntelliDoX automated docking station for fast bump testing, span calibration, and fleet reporting.

Product Information .

Industries, Factories Hospitals, Clinics Laboratries Refineries Chemical Plants Emergency Services

Hardware, Software, and System Compatibility

The Honeywell BW Solo BLE Oxygen (O2) portable gas detector is engineered for seamless integration within modern industrial safety workflows, automated test benches, and digital safety monitoring platforms. Its dual support for localized automated hardware testing and remote wireless telemetry ensures full operational interoperability across industrial facilities.

Automated Test and Fleet Management Stations

The detector is fully compatible with the Honeywell IntelliDoX automated instrument management system. When inserted into an IntelliDoX docking cradle configured for BW Solo instruments, the unit supports:

Automated bump testing and sensor response verification.
Zero and span calibration routines (typically configured with 18.0% O2 span gas balance nitrogen, along with clean zero-grade ambient air checks).
Automated firmware updates and instrument configuration changes.
High-speed retrieval of internal event and data logs via direct Ethernet network connections or USB drive export.

Wireless Interfaces and Mobile Applications

The detector incorporates an integrated Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) transceiver operating across the 2402 MHz to 2480 MHz industrial wireless frequency band. The BLE radio provides line-of-sight wireless pairing up to a distance of 6 meters with industrial mobile hardware and smart devices running dedicated Honeywell applications:

Honeywell Safety Communicator App: Transmits real-time Oxygen concentration readings, device status, and active alarm triggers (19.5% v/v low alarm and 23.5% v/v high alarm) directly from the worker's breathing zone to centralized safety networks.
Honeywell Device Configurator App: Facilitates rapid field configuration, alarm threshold adjustments, data logging interval modifications (adjustable from 1 to 300 seconds), and manual bump/calibration test recording from a paired mobile terminal.

Enterprise Cloud and Desktop Software Suites

Data transferred through paired mobile devices or IntelliDoX docking modules interfaces directly with Honeywell enterprise safety software architectures, including:

Honeywell SafetySuite Device Configurator: Centralized on-premise desktop software for instrument fleet administration, firmware management, and custom alarm profile deployment.
Honeywell SafetySuite Device Manager: Cloud-connected and network-hosted safety software providing live worker telemetry, incident notifications, historical compliance audits, and automated IntelliFlash verification records.

Sensor Architecture and Consumables Interoperability

The instrument features front-serviceable architecture designed exclusively for Honeywell City Technology 1-Series compact square electrochemical sensors. It interfaces with:

1-Series O2 Electrochemical Sensors: Fast-response oxygen cells covering 0.0% to 30.0% v/v with 0.1% v/v measurement resolution.
Sensor Particulate and Hydrophobic Filters: Field-replaceable filter membranes mounted behind the front bezel to shield the sensor face from liquid ingress and particulate accumulation.
Calibration Accessories: Standard push-on calibration cap and flexible sampling tubing, allowing direct connection to manual regulator valves and gas cylinders for field span checks.
Power Supply Requirements: Internal power contacts are engineered strictly for a user-replaceable 3.6V ER14335 or ER14355 2/3 AA lithium thionyl chloride (Li-SOCl2) cell (they are not included).

System Compatibility Matrix

Subsystem / Interface	Compatible Equipment / Specification	Primary Operational Function
Automated Docking	Honeywell IntelliDoX System	Automated bump testing, calibration, configuration, and datalog transfer
Wireless Hardware	BLE 2.4 GHz (FCC ID: SU3BWS1, IC: 20969-BWS1)	Mobile pairing up to 6 m line-of-sight for telemetry and remote alarm alerts
Mobile Applications	Safety Communicator & Device Configurator	Real-time field telemetry, setup, and diagnostics via smart devices
Enterprise Software	Honeywell SafetySuite (Configurator & Manager)	Centralized safety compliance reporting and cloud-based fleet monitoring
Sensor Platform	Honeywell 1-Series Electrochemical Cells	Direct plug-in field replacement for Oxygen (O2) sensing
Internal Power	3.6V ER14335 / ER14355 2/3 AA Lithium Cell (they are not included)	Standard field-replaceable power source delivering 6 to 12 months operation

Maintenance, Calibration, and Field Service Procedures

Front-Access Sensor and Filter Replacement

The Honeywell BW Solo is engineered for simplified field serviceability, eliminating the need to dismantle the main instrument housing or expose internal electronic assemblies during routine consumable swaps. The front access port allows industrial technicians to replace the City Technology 1-Series Oxygen (O2) electrochemical sensor and the protective hydrophobic and particulate filter membrane in seconds. When operating in environments prone to heavy dust, moisture, or particulate accumulation, regular visual inspection of the external filter membrane is recommended. A clogged or contaminated filter membrane can cause diffusion restrictions, leading to sensor drift or failed span calibrations. Replacing the filter involves snapping open the front filter door, seating a new membrane insert, and latching the cover back into place to preserve the unit's IP68 dust-tight and water-immersion seal.

Manual Bump Testing and Span Calibration

Routine functional testing ensures the 1-Series Oxygen sensor accurately tracks atmospheric variations and activates alarm mechanisms as specified. Bump testing verifies sensor responsiveness and tests the 95 dB audible alarm, wide-angle flashing LED bars, and internal vibration alarm. For manual calibration, fit the included calibration cap and tubing securely over the diffusion port. Zero calibration is performed in clean ambient air or with certified zero-grade nitrogen, followed by span gas calibration using an atmospheric oxygen standard (typically 18.0% O2). Technicians can execute and navigate calibration routines directly via the front single push button, designed for seamless handling even when wearing heavy industrial work gloves.

Automated Fleet Maintenance via IntelliDoX

For large-scale industrial fleets, the Honeywell BW Solo integrates directly with the Honeywell IntelliDoX automated instrument management system. Seating the detector into an IntelliDoX module automates bump testing, zero adjustments, span calibrations, and data retrieval. The docking station automatically writes records to internal memory and communicates via Ethernet or USB with Honeywell SafetySuite Device Configurator and SafetySuite Device Manager software suites. Automated docking standardizes gas delivery, minimizes calibration gas usage, logs sensor response profiles, and centralizes compliance auditing across multi-worker teams without manual paperwork.

IntelliFlash Operational Compliance Monitoring

Field compliance is visually confirmed on the job site through Honeywell IntelliFlash indicator LEDs. A continuous, pulsing green IntelliFlash LED signals that the gas detector has successfully passed its mandated bump test and calibration intervals and is operating normally. If the instrument is overdue for routine bump testing or sensor calibration, the detector illuminates an amber non-compliance alert LED. This immediate visual status indication allows safety supervisors to audit worker instrumentation before site entry or confined space entry operations.

Battery Cell Servicing and Resetting Alarms

The internal electronics are powered by a field-replaceable 3.6V ER14335 or ER14355 2/3 AA lithium thionyl chloride (Li-SOCl2) cell (they are not included), providing 6 to 12 months of standard operational runtime depending on wireless telemetry and alarm activation frequency. Battery servicing is completed by accessing the dedicated rear compartment door without compromising internal sensor alignments:

Power Cell Replacement: Loosen the rear compartment door screw, remove the depleted 3.6V 2/3 AA lithium thionyl chloride cell (they are not included), and insert a fresh ER14335 / ER14355 cell (they are not included), observing correct terminal polarity before retightening the door seal.
Latching Alarm Clearance: If oxygen levels breach factory thresholds (Low Alarm at 19.5% v/v or High Alarm at 23.5% v/v), the detector engages latched signaling. Once the instrument is verified to be in safe, non-hazardous ambient air (between 19.5% and 23.5% O2), press the single front button to acknowledge and clear the latched state.
Enclosure Cleaning: Wipe the concussion-proof outer overmold housing with a soft damp cloth to clear process debris; avoid harsh chemical solvents that could degrade the elastomeric casing or breach the IP68 sealing.

Honeywell BW Solo O2 Operational Troubleshooting and Fault Diagnostic Guide

Resolving Sensor Drift and Calibration Failures

When the Honeywell BW Solo indicates a calibration fault or experiences zero drift away from the standard 20.9% v/v ambient baseline, the root cause is frequently particulate clogging or moisture ingress on the external membrane. The instrument features a front-facing serviceable architecture that permits rapid field maintenance without opening the main electronic housing.

To correct reading instability, inspect the hydrophobic and particulate filter membrane mounted directly over the 1-Series electrochemical oxygen sensor. If debris, grease, or condensed moisture is present, open the front filter door and install a clean replacement filter insert. If the unit continues to fail span calibration at 18.0% O2, verify gas delivery flow rates through the dedicated calibration cap and tubing. Automated calibration can also be performed via the Honeywell IntelliDoX docking station to eliminate manual regulator or delivery errors. If sensor responsiveness remains degraded across the 0.0% to 30.0% v/v operating span, replace the modular 1-Series O2 sensor cartridge via the front compartment.

Managing Latching Alarms and Gas Readout Thresholds

The BW Solo Oxygen detector triggers alert signaling when measured concentrations breach pre-set thresholds: a Low Alarm at 19.5% v/v (indicating oxygen deficiency and asphyxiation risk) or a High Alarm at 23.5% v/v (indicating oxygen enrichment and fire hazard). During an active alarm, the unit engages a 95 dB audible buzzer at 30 cm, wide-angle flashing visual alarm bars, and internal vibration.

If the instrument enters a latching alarm state that persists after moving into safe atmospheric conditions, follow these steps:

Verify Environmental Gas Levels: Ensure the ambient workspace has returned to clean air concentrations (between 19.5% and 23.5% v/v O2) before attempting to silence alarms.
Acknowledge via Single-Button Interface: Depress the front-panel button once. If the oxygen concentration is confirmed within safe parameters, the latching condition will reset and silence the 95 dB audible buzzer and vibration alerts.
Investigate Hidden Confinement Pockets: If the alarm immediately re-triggers, the sensor may still be sampling depleted or enriched gas trapped within heavy clothing layers, harness webbing, or personal gear near the breathing zone.

Clearing IntelliFlash Non-Compliance Indicators

The integrated Honeywell IntelliFlash indicator signals real-time operational readiness. A pulsing green LED indicates the device is within valid bump test and calibration intervals. If the green indicator ceases and the unit displays an amber non-compliance alert LED, scheduled safety intervals have elapsed.

To clear non-compliance alerts, execute an immediate bump test to confirm electrochemical sensor response and alarm signaling integrity. Place the detector into an automated Honeywell IntelliDoX dock to run a verification sequence, or attach the calibration cap to introduce span test gas manually while executing the bump routine via the single-button menu. Once verified, the internal compliance tracker resets and normal green IntelliFlash operation resumes.

Restoring Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Connectivity

The BW Solo incorporates Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE 2402–2480 MHz) telemetry designed to transmit real-time oxygen levels and alarm status to mobile devices running the Honeywell Safety Communicator or Device Configurator apps. If wireless communication drops:

Check Operational Distance: Confirm that the distance between the BW Solo and the paired mobile device does not exceed the maximum 6-meter line-of-sight range.
Assess Structural Shielding: Dense metallic vessels, process enclosures, and reinforced concrete walls impede 2.4 GHz RF transmission. Reposition the connected mobile gateway to maintain direct line-of-sight.
Cycle Wireless Pairing: Access the internal instrument configuration via the single front button to toggle the BLE transceiver, or restart the Safety Communicator application on the mobile terminal to re-establish the data link.

Addressing Power Faults and Battery Replacement

If the 128 x 64 pixel liquid crystal display fails to activate or displays a depleted power warning, the internal 3.6V ER14335/ER14355 2/3 AA lithium thionyl chloride (Li-SOCl2) cell (they are not included) requires replacement. To swap a depleted battery cell (they are not included), access the dedicated rear compartment door without opening the main enclosure. Ensure the replacement 3.6V 2/3 AA lithium thionyl chloride power cell (they are not included) is oriented with correct terminal polarity before closing the rear seal to maintain the instrument's certified IP68 water and dust ingress protection.

Industrial Applications and Deployment Profiles

The Honeywell BW Solo BLE Wireless Oxygen (O2) detector is engineered for continuous personal atmospheric monitoring across industrial facilities where oxygen displacement, asphyxiation, or oxidizer-enriched atmospheres present critical personnel hazards. Operating across a measurement range of 0.0% to 30.0% v/v with 0.1% v/v resolution, the instrument delivers continuous, diffusion-sampled environmental surveillance directly within the worker’s breathing zone.

Confined Space Entry and Atmospheric Verification

Personnel entering storage tanks, process vessels, underground utility vaults, sewers, and pipelines face severe hazards from oxygen depletion caused by oxidation, biological decomposition, or inert gas migration. Mounted via its heavy-duty stainless steel alligator clip to coverall lapels or safety harness webbing, the unit provides hands-free continuous monitoring. Standard factory alarm thresholds trigger immediate warnings if atmospheric concentrations drop below the 19.5% v/v low alarm limit (oxygen deficiency) or rise above the 23.5% v/v high alarm limit (oxygen enrichment). In high-noise environments, the 95 dB audible alarm, wide-angle flashing LED bars, and integrated vibration mechanism ensure alerts are recognized instantly.

Industrial Inerting and Purge Verification

During maintenance turnarounds, reactor vessel preparation, and hydrocarbon line clearance, facilities utilize nitrogen or carbon dioxide to purge volatile gases and establish an inert blanket. The BW Solo accurately monitors gas levels down to 0.0% v/v using its 1-Series electrochemical sensor, allowing technicians to verify low-oxygen conditions during active purging protocols and subsequently confirm full atmospheric restoration before personnel enter without external breathing apparatus.

Connected Lone Worker and Hazardous Zone Operations

The unit features integrated Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE 2402–2480 MHz) wireless transmission with up to a 6-meter line-of-sight range. When paired with a mobile device running the Honeywell Safety Communicator application, real-time gas concentrations, device location data, and active alarm states are transmitted immediately to remote command centers via Honeywell SafetySuite Device Manager software. This wireless telemetry is particularly critical for lone workers operating in expansive tank farms, offshore platforms, and hazardous areas certified for Class I, Division 1, Groups A, B, C, D T4, Class I, Zone 0, and ATEX/IECEx Zone 0 environments.

Rugged Facility Maintenance and Fleet Management

With an IP68 ingress protection rating tested for water immersion up to 1.2 meters for 45 minutes, a temperature operating envelope of -40°C to +60°C, and an elastomeric concussion-proof overmold, the instrument withstands severe industrial environments. Facilities deploying large instrument fleets benefit from streamlined turnaround maintenance:

Automated Docking: Full compatibility with the Honeywell IntelliDoX system automates fleet bump testing, 18.0% O2 span calibrations, and configuration adjustments.
Compliance Auditing: The internal data logger archives 6 months of continuous exposure logs at 5-second intervals, while the Honeywell IntelliFlash visual indicator pulses green for verified operational compliance or amber if servicing is required.
Field Serviceability: Technicians can rapidly replace the front-accessible 1-Series sensor, hydrophobic filter, and 3.6V 2/3 AA lithium thionyl chloride power cell (they are not included) without disassembling the primary electronic enclosure.

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