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Bacharach PGM-IR Portable Refrigerant Monitor

by Bacharach

Last updated Mar 29, 2026 · 1 revision

Portable NDIR area gas monitor with 1 ppm resolution, 50-refrigerant library, real-time TWA display, and 8-hour Li-ion battery.

6.1 - Good
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About This Product

The Bacharach PGM-IR uses non-dispersive infrared sensor technology to detect refrigerant concentrations in ambient air with 1 ppm resolution and real-time TWA (time-weighted average) display. Built-in library of 50 refrigerants including R-454B. Features rechargeable Li-ion battery with 8+ hour runtime, data logging of 200 readings, leak check mode with tick-rate alarms, and immunity to temperature/humidity changes. A2L compatible.

FSH Score Breakdown

Ease of Use
7.0
Features
7.5
Support
7.0
Value
6.5
Integrations
3.5
AI Capabilities
1.0

Customer Reviews

Features

6 features confirmed across 3categories· Showing confirmed capabilities only

Equipment & Asset Management3features

AlertsVisual and audible gas alarm indicatorsSelf-Diagnostic ModeExtensive self diagnosticsLong-Term Environmental MeasurementData logging for up to 200 readings

Compliance & Safety2features

Carbon Monoxide MeasurementReal-time ppm display with audible tick-rate feedbackRefrigerant Compatibility CheckerA2L and A3 refrigerant compatible

Hardware Features1feature

Touchscreen DisplayBacklit display

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Professional-grade portable area refrigerant monitor. Pricing not publicly listed — contact MSA Safety or authorized distributors for quotes. This is a high-end industrial safety instrument likely in the $2,000-$5,000+ range based on similar NDIR monitors.
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