Executive Overview
The Honeywell BW BWS2-C-Y gas detector is a compact, high-precision portable single-gas detector specifically engineered for continuous monitoring of hazardous Chlorine gas in industrial environments. As part of the trusted Honeywell BW™ Solo family, this rugged personal safety device features 1-button operation, real-time gas concentration LCD readouts, and 1-series sensor technology for ultra-fast response times and long service life.
Widely mandated across water treatment facilities, chemical processing plants, paper mills, and industrial refrigeration systems throughout Dubai, Riyadh, Singapore, Jakarta, and Ho Chi Minh City, the Honeywell BW BWS2-C-Y delivers reliable triple alarms (audible, visual, and vibrating) to protect workers in confined spaces and hazardous zones.
Key Features & Product Highlights
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Precision Chlorine Sensing: Powered by advanced 1-series electrochemical sensor technology for fast response and reduced false alarms.
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1-Button Simple Operation: One-button control allows workers to operate the detector easily even while wearing heavy safety gloves.
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Triple Alarm Warning System: Features a loud 95 dB audible horn, intense 360-degree visual LED light bars, and a internal vibrating alarm for noisy environments.
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High-Visibility Yellow Housing: High-impact, drop-resistant yellow enclosure ensures high visibility and compliance tracking on job sites.
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BLE Bluetooth® Connectivity: Pairs seamlessly with smartphones and Safety Suite Device Configurator software for wireless data logging and remote safety management.
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Easy Sensor & Battery Maintenance: User-serviceable sensor and field-replaceable battery minimize total cost of ownership (TCO) and tool downtime.
Comprehensive Technical Specifications
| Parameter Category | Specification Details |
| Product Model | Honeywell BW BWS2-C-Y (BW™ Solo Series) |
| Target Gas Type | Chlorine ($\text{Cl}_2$) |
| Detection Range | 0.0 to 50.0 ppm (0.1 ppm increments) |
| Sensor Type | Electrochemical 1-Series Sensor |
| Housing Color | High-Visibility Yellow (-Y) |
| Alarms | Visual LED, 95 dB @ 30 cm Audible, Vibrating |
| Alarm Setpoints | Low Alarm: 0.5 ppm | High Alarm: 1.0 ppm (User Adjustable) |
| Display | LCD display showing real-time gas level, peak value, and battery status |
| Data Logging | Continuous data logging (6 months at 5-second intervals) |
| Ingress Protection | IP66 / IP68 (Dust-tight and waterproof up to 1.2 m) |
| Operating Temperature | -40 °C to 60 °C (-40 °F to 140 °F) |
| Dimensions & Weight | 70 mm $\times$ 67 mm $\times$ 36 mm | ~103 g (Lightweight clip-on design) |
Honeywell BW Solo Part Number & Gas Code Logic
Understanding the model prefix and sensor coding logic within the Honeywell BW™ Solo family simplifies safety equipment selection and inventory management:
Order Code Pattern:
BWS2+-[Gas Code]+-[Housing Color]
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BWS2: Honeywell BW™ Solo Wireless Personal Detector Series
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-C: Chlorine Sensor Configuration
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-Y: Standard Yellow Enclosure (-B for Black Enclosure)
Full Honeywell BW™ Solo Single-Gas Selection Matrix
To help safety directors and procurement officers equip field crews for various toxic or combustible gas hazards, refer to the following guide:
| Model Part Number | Target Gas | Detection Range | Primary Industry Application |
| BWS2-H-Y | Hydrogen Sulfide | 0–100 ppm | Oil & Gas / Refinery / Sewage |
| BWS2-M-Y | Carbon Monoxide | 0–1000 ppm | Steel Mills / Boiler Rooms / Mining |
| BWS2-O-Y | Oxygen | 0–30.0% vol | Confined Space Entry / Inert Purging |
| BWS2-C-Y | Chlorine | 0–50.0 ppm | Water Treatment & Chemical Plants (Featured) |
| BWS2-S-Y | Sulfur Dioxide | 0–100 ppm | Petrochemical & Fertilizer Plants |
| BWS2-A-Y | Ammonia | 0–100 ppm | Food Cold Storage & Chemical Lines |
Primary Industrial Applications
The Honeywell BW BWS2-C-Y gas detector is widely specified across critical worker safety programs:
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Municipal & Industrial Water Treatment (Middle East): Personnel protection during chlorine gas cylinder changing, dosing skid maintenance, and leak inspection.
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Chemical Manufacturing & Processing: Real-time toxic gas monitoring along chlor-alkali production lines, bleaching systems, and storage tanks.
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Pulp & Paper Mills: Bleaching plant operator safety and confined space pre-entry testing.
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Pharmaceutical & Specialty Chemical Plants (Southeast Asia): Personal safety monitoring in synthesis laboratories and raw material unloading bays.
Why Source From Us? Our Global Trade Advantages
As a leading international supplier of Honeywell BW gas detectors, personal protective equipment (PPE), and industrial safety instrumentation, we partner with safety managers, EPC contractors, and regional distributors across the Middle East and Southeast Asia.
When procuring the Honeywell BW BWS2-C-Y gas detector through our export organization, you gain distinct commercial and operational benefits:
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100% Genuine & Factory Sealed: Guaranteed brand-new, authentic Honeywell BW products complete with factory calibration certificates, alligator clip, and original packaging.
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Competitive B2B Wholesale Pricing: Optimized direct supply channels allow us to offer tier-one export pricing to strengthen your project tender proposals.
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Ready Stock & Fast International Freight: High-demand gas detectors and replacement sensors are maintained in stock for immediate express shipping via DHL, FedEx, UPS, or air cargo to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Singapore, Jakarta, and Ho Chi Minh City.
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Dedicated Multi-Lingual Safety Support: Rapid inquiry turnaround with formal technical quotations issued within 1 to 2 hours, supported by product specialists via Email, WhatsApp, or WeChat.
