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Siemens QRA2 Photocell is an industrial spare component used for Industrial Gas & Dual Fuel Burner Supervision. STARNEX Industrial Spares supplies and sources Siemens spare parts for maintenance engineers, plant operators, and procurement teams in Kenya and East Africa. Before ordering, verify the manufacturer part number (MPN), voltage/pressure specifications, and equipment compatibility.

Brand:Siemens
STARNEX SKU:STX-PCL-QRA2-046
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Siemens QRA2 Photocell for industrial gas & dual fuel burner supervision
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Siemens QRA2 Photocell

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Siemens QRA2 Photocell is an industrial spare component used for Industrial Gas & Dual Fuel Burner Supervision. STARNEX Industrial Spares supplies and sources Siemens spare parts for maintenance engineers, plant operators, and procurement teams in Kenya and East Africa. Before ordering, verify the manufacturer part number (MPN), voltage/pressure specifications, and equipment compatibility.

Brand:Siemens
STARNEX SKU:STX-PCL-QRA2-046
Availability:Counter Stock (Nairobi)
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01 · Technical overview

Functional engineering application

The Siemens QRA2 Photocell (MPN: QRA2-UV-SENSOR) is built for continuous-duty industrial piping, holding pressure, temperature, and cycling loads in factory installations across Kenya and East Africa.

Key technical advantages
Original German Siemens ultraviolet (UV) flame detector sensor
Detects shortwave UV radiation (190-270 nm) from gas and oil combustion
100% blind to glowing refractory walls and red-hot metal surfaces
Prevents false flame signals in high-temperature furnace chambers
Rugged IP54 die-cast aluminium housing built for harsh industrial environments
Compatible with Siemens LFL, LFE, LFA, LGB, and LME burner control boxes
Fast response time (< 1 second) ensures instant safety shutdown on flame failure
Includes mounting clamp and heat-insulating glass window option
Target equipment applications
Industrial Gas & Dual Fuel Burner SupervisionLarge Scale Steam & Power Generation BoilersRotary Cement & Lime Kiln Flame MonitoringSteel Mill Reheating Furnace UV SupervisionTea & Coffee Estate Main BoilersAsphalt Plant Dryer Flame Safety

Quotation & fulfilment

AvailabilityCounter stock
Pickup locationEnterprise Rd, Nairobi
Dispatch windowSame day
Tax invoiceKRA E-TIMS ready
02 · Datasheet

Parametric technical attributes

QRA2-UV-SENSOR technical parameters
Siemens QRA2-UV-SENSOR
IDENTIFICATION
Component TypeSiemens QRA2 Photocell
Manufacturer / BrandSiemens
Part Number (MPN)QRA2-UV-SENSOR
Stock Keeping Unit (SKU)STX-PCL-QRA2-046
TECHNICAL PARAMETERS
Brand & ManufacturerSiemens Building Technologies (Germany)
Model SeriesQRA2 Industrial UV Flame Detector
Detector TechnologyUltraviolet Photo Tube (UV Sensor)
Spectral Sensitivity190 nm - 270 nm (UV-C Spectrum)
Compatible Control BoxesSiemens LFL1, LFE1, LFA1, LGB22, LME7, LMG22
Protection ClassIP54 (Dust & Splash Proof)
Mounting StyleFrontal / Lateral Sight Tube Mounting
Weight0.18 kg
Country of ManufactureGermany
PERFORMANCE & RATINGS
Operating Voltage230V AC / 50Hz (Supplied via Control Box)
Operating Temperature Range-20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F)
CONSTRUCTION & CONNECTION
Detector Housing MaterialDie-Cast Aluminium with Clamping Ring
COMPLIANCE & LOGISTICS
Stock AvailabilityIn Stock — Enterprise Rd, Nairobi
KRA Tax StatusOfficial KRA E-TIMS Tax Invoice Available
03 · Compatibility

System fitment & verified replacements

Verified interchangeable models

No direct alternative model currently catalogued.Send your machinery brand, thread size, and operating parameters to our technical sales team to verify a compatible replacement part.

Commonly installed on equipment from

SiemensWeishauptRielloBalturSaacke
04 · Frequently asked

Common questions on this part

The QRA2 detects shortwave ultraviolet (UV) radiation (190 to 270 nm) emitted by gas, oil, and dual-fuel flames.

No, the QRA2 UV tube is blind to daylight, incandescent light, and red-hot refractory bricks, preventing false flame signals.

Works with Siemens LFL1, LFE1, LFA1, LGB22, LME7, and LMG22 control boxes.

It features an IP54 dust and splash-proof die-cast aluminium housing.

Yes, like all UV detector tubes, the internal gas tube has an operational life of ~10,000 hours and should be tested annually.

It mounts onto a sight tube aimed directly at the flame root using its integral clamping flange.

Manufactured by Siemens Building Technologies in Germany.

Yes, it is the primary UV flame scanner used on commercial LPG, natural gas, and dual-fuel burners in Kenya.

Yes, STARNEX holds dedicated counter stock of Siemens QRA2 detectors in Nairobi Industrial Area.

Operates reliably from -20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F).

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