WUQ PT520A Natural Gas Detector 17-Inch Gooseneck
A battery-powered combustible-gas detector with a 17-inch flexible gooseneck, audible and visual alarms, and a 50 to 10,000 ppm detection range for methane-based leaks
- Product typeNatural Gas Detector
- Detects leaks in 0.5 seconds with audible and visual alarms
- 17-inch flexible gooseneck reaches tight spaces like pipes and RV fittings
- Auto power-off after 10 minutes inactivity extends battery life
- Operates up to 122°F and 80% humidity for tough environments
- Detects methane, propane, natural gas from 50 to 10,000 ppm
Gas Leak Detector PT520A
The WUQ PT520A is a battery-operated natural gas detector designed for homeowners and RV users who need to locate combustible gas leaks. It identifies methane, propane, LPG, gasoline and similar gases in confined spaces such as pipelines, tanks, fireplaces and sewers. The unit requires a 30-second warm-up before use and operates on three included batteries. Its orange housing weighs 0.26 kilograms and measures 11.22 by 2.36 by 5.31 inches.
17-Inch Flexible Gooseneck Probe
A 17-inch bendable gooseneck allows the sensor tip to reach tight or awkward areas that a straight probe cannot access. This flexibility lets users inspect around gas fireplaces, inside basement corners, beneath RV appliances and along curved pipe runs without repositioning the main unit. The probe holds its shape once bent, keeping the sensor steady while the operator watches the readout.
50 to 10 000 ppm Detection Range
The detector responds in 0.5 seconds across a range of 50 to 10 000 ppm based on methane, with seven coloured analog bars and a 75 dB audible buzzer that both rise with gas concentration. An auto power-off function shuts the unit down after 10 minutes of inactivity to conserve battery life, and the audible alarm can be silenced independently when only visual indication is needed. The device operates up to 80 percent humidity and 122 degrees Fahrenheit. Buyers who require data logging or wireless alerts will not find those functions here.
How it compares
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- Price $90.99
- Pricier than about 62% of the 3,030 comparable items (median $54.99).
Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Product type | Natural Gas Detector |
Questions about this item
How often do the three included batteries need replacing during regular use?
The detector powers off after 10 minutes of inactivity to extend battery life; exact replacement interval depends on how frequently you run leak checks.
What is the highest ambient temperature the PT520A can operate in?
It is rated up to 122 degrees Fahrenheit, so sustained use above that temperature is outside its specification.
How loud is the buzzer when the detector alarms continuously?
The audible alarm reaches 75 dB and increases with gas concentration, remaining at that level for the duration of the detection event.
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