Siemens QRB3 Series Photoresistive Flame Detectors

Siemens QRB3 Series photoresistive flame detectors monitor yellow-burning oil flames by detecting visible light radiation. Featuring a metal protective tube and a photosensitive resistor with peak spectral sensitivity near 600 nm, these detectors support compatible Siemens LAL, LME7, LMO, LMV and LOA burner controls. Designed for intermittent burner operation, the QRB3 family is suited to industrial oil burners, boilers and heating equipment.

Product Description

Siemens QRB3 Series Photoresistive Oil Flame Detectors

Siemens QRB3 Series detectors use photoresistive sensing technology to supervise yellow-burning oil flames through visible-light radiation. They provide flame detection signals to compatible burner control units during combustion operation.

Designed primarily for intermittently operated oil burners, QRB3 detectors work with specified Siemens LAL, LME7, LMO, LMV and LOA burner controllers. Their compact protective tube enables installation in suitable industrial burner and boiler assemblies.

Key Features

  • Photoresistive flame monitoring for yellow-burning oil flames
  • Responds to flame radiation within the visible-light spectrum
  • Peak spectral sensitivity of approximately 600 nm
  • Supports frontal and 90° lateral light reception
  • Metal protective tube with 17 mm outside diameter
  • Flange-and-clamp mounting arrangement
  • Normal-sensitivity and high-sensitivity detector options
  • IP40 enclosure protection and electrical Safety Class II

Photoresistive Detection Principle

The QRB3 incorporates a light-sensitive resistor that responds to visible radiation from an oil flame. Without illumination, its electrical resistance is in the megaohm range. As incident light increases, resistance decreases into the kilohm range. The connected burner control interprets this resistance change to determine flame presence.

Industrial Applications

  • Industrial oil-fired burner installations
  • Industrial steam boiler combustion systems
  • Oil-fired industrial heating equipment
  • Combustion systems fitted with compatible Siemens burner controllers

Selection Guidance: Check the exact burner controller model, required detector sensitivity, installation orientation and mounting accessories before specifying a Siemens QRB3 flame detector.

Specifications

Siemens QRB3 Series Photoresistive Flame Detector Technical Data

ManufacturerSiemens
Product FamilyQRB3 Series
Detector ClassificationPhotoresistive Flame Detector
Primary ApplicationYellow-burning oil flame supervision
Optical Detection BandVisible light spectrum
Peak Spectral SensitivityApproximately 600 nm
Light Reception DirectionFrontal or lateral (90°)
Compatible Siemens Burner ControlsSiemens LAL, LME7, LMO, LMV, LOA
Protective Sensor TubeMetal, 17 mm external diameter
Detector Housing ColorGreen
Ingress ProtectionIP40
Electrical Safety ClassificationII
Permitted Mounting OrientationOptional
Recommended Connection CableH05VV-F 2 x 0.75 mm²
Approximate Detector Weight35 g (without cable)
Operating Ambient Temperature-20 to +60 °C
Permissible Relative Humidity<95% RH
Maximum Installation Elevation2,000 m above sea level

Siemens QRB3 Model Comparison

Detector ModelDetection SensitivityFlange and Clamp
QRB3NormalNot included
QRB3(1)NormalIncluded
QRB3SHighNot included

Mounting Accessories

  • Metal Flange: 4 286 1490 0
  • Metal Clamp: 4 186 8806 0

Technical Reference: Siemens Data Sheet CC1N7714en, dated 23.11.2017. Verify the detector variant, required mounting accessories and burner control compatibility before ordering.