RKI Beacon 800 Eight Channel Fixed System Gas Detection Controller
Description
The RKI Beacon 800 is a flexible eight-channel fixed gas detection controller from RKI Instruments. It accepts up to eight separate 4-20 mA sensor transmitters — two-wire or three-wire — and displays all eight channels simultaneously on easy-to-read backlit screens. The Beacon 800 can be powered from either 24 VDC or 85–264 VAC and its NEMA 4X housing is rated for indoor or outdoor installation, shipped with a wall-mount kit.
Applications: Petrochemical plants, Refineries, Water & wastewater treatment plants, Pulp & paper mills, Gas, telephone, & electric utilities, Parking garages, Manufacturing facilities, Steel, Automotive, HVAC
Key Features:
- Up to 8 separate channels
- Displays all 8 channels simultaneously
- Compact, weatherproof, NEMA 4X enclosure
- 85–264 VAC or 24 VDC operation
- Long-life sensors (2+ years typical)
- Accepts any 4-20 mA transmitter
- Audible alarm with reset button
- Two programmable alarm levels per channel
- Common alarm and fail relays
- Relay rating: 3 amps, form C
- Microprocessor controlled
Ordering Information: When configuring a Beacon 800 system, specify the following components:
1. Controller (72-2108RK)
2. Detector Assembly (up to 8) — compatible transmitters include:
3. Optional factory-installed options (must be ordered with the instrument):
- 75-0004RK — Recorder output board, 8 outputs, 4-20 mA or 1-5 VDC
- 75-0005RK — Heavy-duty relay board, 4 relays at 30 amps
- 75-0006RK — Relay board and recorder output board combined
4. Battery back-up assembly if required — contact Customer Service at 800.829.9580 for assembly options
Important: The Beacon 800 does
not work with direct connect sensors. All transmitters connected to this controller
must output 4-20 mA. If you have questions about compatibility, call Customer Service at
800.829.9580.
Notes:
- Equipment pricing covers hardware only and does not include factory start-up or training. Contact Customer Service at
800.829.9580 if factory start-up or training is needed.
- A calibration test kit is strongly recommended for all fixed systems.
Specification Sheet:
Manual:
Part Number:
72-2108RK
Frequently Asked Questions
How many sensor transmitters can the Beacon 800 support?
The Beacon 800 supports up to eight independent 4-20 mA sensor transmitters, each on its own channel. All eight channels display simultaneously on the backlit panel. Each channel has two independently programmable alarm levels, and the controller provides common alarm and fail relays (3 A, form C) that can drive external horns, strobes, or building automation systems.
What types of sensor transmitters are compatible with the Beacon 800?
Any 4-20 mA transmitter — two-wire or three-wire — can connect to the Beacon 800. RKI-compatible transmitters include the S2 Series, M2A-XL, T3A, VOC Pro, Air Alert, SD-1GP, M-Series, GD-70D, and GD-K88AI. This open architecture means the Beacon 800 can accommodate multi-gas detection programs covering LEL, O2, CO, H2S, toxic gases, and VOCs across a single controller.
Can the Beacon 800 be used outdoors or in harsh environments?
Yes. The Beacon 800's housing is NEMA 4X rated, providing protection against water ingress, dust, and corrosion for both indoor and outdoor installations. The unit ships with a wall-mount kit. Power options include 85–264 VAC (wide-range) or 24 VDC, accommodating most facility power infrastructures.
Does the Beacon 800 include battery backup?
Battery backup is an available option, not included as standard. Contact our Customer Service team at
800.829.9580 to add a battery backup assembly to your Beacon 800 system order. Factory-installed options such as recorder output boards and heavy-duty relay boards must also be specified at time of order.
What installation and commissioning support does PK Safety offer?
PK Safety is an RKI Factory Authorized Service Center. We can assist with system configuration planning, component selection, and post-installation calibration kit recommendations. Factory start-up and training are available as additional services — call
800.829.9580 for a quotation. A calibration test kit is strongly recommended for all fixed gas detection system installations.
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Description
The RKI Beacon 800 is a flexible eight-channel fixed gas detection controller from RKI Instruments. It accepts up to eight separate 4-20 mA sensor transmitters — two-wire or three-wire — and displays all eight channels simultaneously on easy-to-read backlit screens. The Beacon 800 can be powered from either 24 VDC or 85–264 VAC and its NEMA 4X housing is rated for indoor or outdoor installation, shipped with a wall-mount kit.
Applications: Petrochemical plants, Refineries, Water & wastewater treatment plants, Pulp & paper mills, Gas, telephone, & electric utilities, Parking garages, Manufacturing facilities, Steel, Automotive, HVAC
Key Features:
- Up to 8 separate channels
- Displays all 8 channels simultaneously
- Compact, weatherproof, NEMA 4X enclosure
- 85–264 VAC or 24 VDC operation
- Long-life sensors (2+ years typical)
- Accepts any 4-20 mA transmitter
- Audible alarm with reset button
- Two programmable alarm levels per channel
- Common alarm and fail relays
- Relay rating: 3 amps, form C
- Microprocessor controlled
Ordering Information: When configuring a Beacon 800 system, specify the following components:
1. Controller (72-2108RK)
2. Detector Assembly (up to 8) — compatible transmitters include:
3. Optional factory-installed options (must be ordered with the instrument):
- 75-0004RK — Recorder output board, 8 outputs, 4-20 mA or 1-5 VDC
- 75-0005RK — Heavy-duty relay board, 4 relays at 30 amps
- 75-0006RK — Relay board and recorder output board combined
4. Battery back-up assembly if required — contact Customer Service at 800.829.9580 for assembly options
Important: The Beacon 800 does not work with direct connect sensors. All transmitters connected to this controller must output 4-20 mA. If you have questions about compatibility, call Customer Service at 800.829.9580.
Notes:
- Equipment pricing covers hardware only and does not include factory start-up or training. Contact Customer Service at 800.829.9580 if factory start-up or training is needed.
- A calibration test kit is strongly recommended for all fixed systems.
Specification Sheet:
Manual:
Part Number:
72-2108RK
Frequently Asked Questions
How many sensor transmitters can the Beacon 800 support?
The Beacon 800 supports up to eight independent 4-20 mA sensor transmitters, each on its own channel. All eight channels display simultaneously on the backlit panel. Each channel has two independently programmable alarm levels, and the controller provides common alarm and fail relays (3 A, form C) that can drive external horns, strobes, or building automation systems.
What types of sensor transmitters are compatible with the Beacon 800?
Any 4-20 mA transmitter — two-wire or three-wire — can connect to the Beacon 800. RKI-compatible transmitters include the S2 Series, M2A-XL, T3A, VOC Pro, Air Alert, SD-1GP, M-Series, GD-70D, and GD-K88AI. This open architecture means the Beacon 800 can accommodate multi-gas detection programs covering LEL, O2, CO, H2S, toxic gases, and VOCs across a single controller.
Can the Beacon 800 be used outdoors or in harsh environments?
Yes. The Beacon 800's housing is NEMA 4X rated, providing protection against water ingress, dust, and corrosion for both indoor and outdoor installations. The unit ships with a wall-mount kit. Power options include 85–264 VAC (wide-range) or 24 VDC, accommodating most facility power infrastructures.
Does the Beacon 800 include battery backup?
Battery backup is an available option, not included as standard. Contact our Customer Service team at 800.829.9580 to add a battery backup assembly to your Beacon 800 system order. Factory-installed options such as recorder output boards and heavy-duty relay boards must also be specified at time of order.
What installation and commissioning support does PK Safety offer?
PK Safety is an RKI Factory Authorized Service Center. We can assist with system configuration planning, component selection, and post-installation calibration kit recommendations. Factory start-up and training are available as additional services — call 800.829.9580 for a quotation. A calibration test kit is strongly recommended for all fixed gas detection system installations.
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Controllers,
Fixed Gas Detectors,
Gas Detection
The RKI Beacon 800 is a flexible eight-channel fixed gas detection controller from RKI Instruments. It accepts up to eight separate 4-20 mA sensor transmitters — two-wire or three-wire — and displays all eight channels simultaneously on easy-to-read backlit screens. The Beacon 800 can be powered from either 24 VDC or 85–264 VAC and its NEMA 4X housing is rated for indoor or outdoor installation, shipped with a wall-mount kit.
Applications: Petrochemical plants, Refineries, Water & wastewater treatment plants, Pulp & paper mills, Gas, telephone, & electric utilities, Parking garages, Manufacturing facilities, Steel, Automotive, HVAC
Key Features:
- Up to 8 separate channels
- Displays all 8 channels simultaneously
- Compact, weatherproof, NEMA 4X enclosure
- 85–264 VAC or 24 VDC operation
- Long-life sensors (2+ years typical)
- Accepts any 4-20 mA transmitter
- Audible alarm with reset button
- Two programmable alarm levels per channel
- Common alarm and fail relays
- Relay rating: 3 amps, form C
- Microprocessor controlled
Ordering Information: When configuring a Beacon 800 system, specify the following components:
1. Controller (72-2108RK)
2. Detector Assembly (up to 8) — compatible transmitters include:
3. Optional factory-installed options (must be ordered with the instrument):
- 75-0004RK — Recorder output board, 8 outputs, 4-20 mA or 1-5 VDC
- 75-0005RK — Heavy-duty relay board, 4 relays at 30 amps
- 75-0006RK — Relay board and recorder output board combined
4. Battery back-up assembly if required — contact Customer Service at 800.829.9580 for assembly options
Important: The Beacon 800 does not work with direct connect sensors. All transmitters connected to this controller must output 4-20 mA. If you have questions about compatibility, call Customer Service at 800.829.9580.
Notes:
- Equipment pricing covers hardware only and does not include factory start-up or training. Contact Customer Service at 800.829.9580 if factory start-up or training is needed.
- A calibration test kit is strongly recommended for all fixed systems.
Specification Sheet:
Manual:
Part Number:
72-2108RK
Frequently Asked Questions
How many sensor transmitters can the Beacon 800 support?
The Beacon 800 supports up to eight independent 4-20 mA sensor transmitters, each on its own channel. All eight channels display simultaneously on the backlit panel. Each channel has two independently programmable alarm levels, and the controller provides common alarm and fail relays (3 A, form C) that can drive external horns, strobes, or building automation systems.
What types of sensor transmitters are compatible with the Beacon 800?
Any 4-20 mA transmitter — two-wire or three-wire — can connect to the Beacon 800. RKI-compatible transmitters include the S2 Series, M2A-XL, T3A, VOC Pro, Air Alert, SD-1GP, M-Series, GD-70D, and GD-K88AI. This open architecture means the Beacon 800 can accommodate multi-gas detection programs covering LEL, O2, CO, H2S, toxic gases, and VOCs across a single controller.
Can the Beacon 800 be used outdoors or in harsh environments?
Yes. The Beacon 800's housing is NEMA 4X rated, providing protection against water ingress, dust, and corrosion for both indoor and outdoor installations. The unit ships with a wall-mount kit. Power options include 85–264 VAC (wide-range) or 24 VDC, accommodating most facility power infrastructures.
Does the Beacon 800 include battery backup?
Battery backup is an available option, not included as standard. Contact our Customer Service team at 800.829.9580 to add a battery backup assembly to your Beacon 800 system order. Factory-installed options such as recorder output boards and heavy-duty relay boards must also be specified at time of order.
What installation and commissioning support does PK Safety offer?
PK Safety is an RKI Factory Authorized Service Center. We can assist with system configuration planning, component selection, and post-installation calibration kit recommendations. Factory start-up and training are available as additional services — call 800.829.9580 for a quotation. A calibration test kit is strongly recommended for all fixed gas detection system installations.
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