{"id":1933,"date":"2026-06-21T07:39:04","date_gmt":"2026-06-21T03:39:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gulfnetemirates.com\/drs\/product\/falcon-plus-tdlas-methane-detector\/"},"modified":"2026-08-03T10:57:37","modified_gmt":"2026-08-03T06:57:37","slug":"falcon-plus-tdlas-methane-detector","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.gulfnetemirates.com\/drs\/product\/falcon-plus-tdlas-methane-detector\/","title":{"rendered":"Falcon Plus TDLAS Methane Detector"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Falcon Plus TDLAS Methane Leak Detector for Drones<\/h2>\r\n<p>The Falcon Plus is a TDLAS (tunable diode laser absorption spectroscopy) methane leak detector for drone-based, stationary and car-based surveys. Integrated with DJI M300\/M350, Wispr, Inspired Flight and SkyFront drones via the SkyHub onboard computer, it brings remote laser gas detection to oil &amp; gas operations and landfill monitoring \u2014 screening fast and localising leaks accurately from a safe distance, without confined-space entry.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"gne-vid-title\">Methane Detector \u2014 Laser Falcon<\/h2>\r\n<div style=\"position:relative;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;overflow:hidden;border-radius:10px;\"><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qiLXFxfMm-M?modestbranding=1&#038;rel=0&#038;iv_load_policy=3&#038;fs=1\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen title=\"Methane detector Laser Falcon\"><\/iframe><\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"gne-zz\"><div class=\"gne-zz-media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gulfnetemirates.com\/drs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/falcon-plus-tdlas-gallery-02b.jpg\" alt=\"Falcon Plus TDLAS methane detector mounted on a drone\"><\/div><div class=\"gne-zz-text\"><h3>Remote laser detection, regulation-ready<\/h3><p>The Falcon Plus reliably detects methane from 10\u201340 m with a 25 ms response time. It detects 500 ppm from at least 40 m \u2014 meeting the EUMR 2024\/1787 Type 2 LDAR above-ground criteria \u2014 and 1000 ppm from at least 60 m for underground inspection. A Class 1 infrared detection laser keeps operations eye-safe, while a Class 3R green pointer marks the measurement spot from a distance.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"gne-zz gne-zz--rev\"><div class=\"gne-zz-media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gulfnetemirates.com\/drs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/falcon-plus-tdlas-gallery-04b.jpg\" alt=\"Falcon Plus TDLAS laser methane sensor\"><\/div><div class=\"gne-zz-text\"><h3>Light, fast and self-calibrating<\/h3><p>At just 360 g and 130 \u00d7 98 \u00d7 98 mm, the Falcon Plus surveys at up to 30 m\/s and resolves down to a 1 g\/h flow rate across a 0\u2013100,000 ppm\u00b7m range. An integrated reference gas cell self-calibrates for consistent accuracy and minimal maintenance, and every reading is delivered in real time with georeferenced, RTK-accurate recording.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\r\n<h2 class=\"gne-sec-h\">Drone vs Car vs Helicopter Surveys<\/h2>\r\n<table class=\"gne-specs\"><tbody><tr><td><\/td><td>Car<\/td><td><strong>Drone<\/strong><\/td><td>Helicopter<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Average km\/day<\/td><td>200\u2013300<\/td><td><strong>80\u2013100<\/strong><\/td><td>500\u2013700<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Terrain<\/td><td>Roads only<\/td><td><strong>Any<\/strong><\/td><td>Any<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cost per hour<\/td><td>Medium<\/td><td><strong>Low<\/strong><\/td><td>High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Survey automation<\/td><td>Manual driving<\/td><td><strong>Automatic<\/strong><\/td><td>Manual piloting<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\r\n<h2 class=\"gne-sec-h\">Applications<\/h2>\r\n<p>Leak detection and repair (LDAR) for oil &amp; gas gathering, transmission and distribution networks; landfill and biogas methane monitoring; pipeline and facility integrity surveys; and regulatory emissions screening under EUMR 2024\/1787.<\/p>\r\n<h2 class=\"gne-sec-h\">Service &amp; Warranty<\/h2>\r\n<p>Supplied by GulfNet Emirates Drone &amp; Robotic Systems with UAE-based technical support, integration guidance and full manufacturer warranty. The Falcon Plus requires the SkyHub onboard computer and a compatible drone \u2014 request a quote and our team will propose the complete, ready-to-fly methane-detection set.<\/p>\r\n<h2 class=\"gne-sec-h\">Key Specifications<\/h2>\r\n<table class=\"gne-specs\"><tbody><tr><td>Sensor type<\/td><td>TDLAS (tunable diode laser absorption spectroscopy) remote methane leak detector<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Detection range<\/td><td>10 \u2013 40 m (reliable)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Regulatory compliance<\/td><td>500 ppm at \u226540 m (EUMR 2024\/1787 Type 2 LDAR above-ground); 1000 ppm at \u226560 m (underground)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Response time<\/td><td>25 ms<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maximum survey speed<\/td><td>30 m\/s (108 km\/h) \u2014 mainly limited by drone speed<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Minimum detectable flow rate<\/td><td>1 g\/h (\u2248500 ppm)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Measurement range \/ sensitivity<\/td><td>0 \u2013 100,000 ppm\u00b7m<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Self-calibration<\/td><td>Integrated reference gas cell<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Laser safety<\/td><td>Methane laser: Class 1 IR; green pointer: Class 3R<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Real-time data \/ georeferencing<\/td><td>Real-time data, georeferenced recording and RTK georeferencing \u2014 all yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dimensions<\/td><td>130 \u00d7 98 \u00d7 98 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weight<\/td><td>360 g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Supported drones<\/td><td>DJI M300 \/ M350, Wispr, Inspired Flight, SkyFront (via SkyHub)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Onboard computer<\/td><td>Requires the SkyHub onboard computer<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SKU<\/td><td>IS-PERG-LFALCON-DETECTOR-PLUS<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\r\n<h2 class=\"gne-sec-h\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\r\n<div class=\"gne-faq\"><details><summary>How far away can it detect methane?<\/summary><p>It reliably detects methane from 10 to 40 m. It detects 500 ppm from at least 40 m (EUMR 2024\/1787 Type 2 above-ground criteria) and 1000 ppm from at least 60 m (underground criteria).<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Is the laser safe?<\/summary><p>The methane-detection laser is a Class 1 infrared laser, safe for normal operation. A separate Class 3R green pointer marks the measurement point \u2014 keep it away from eyes.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Which drones and equipment are needed?<\/summary><p>It integrates via the SkyHub onboard computer with DJI M300\/M350, Wispr, Inspired Flight and SkyFront drones. SkyHub and a compatible drone are required; request a quote for the complete set.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Why survey by drone instead of car or helicopter?<\/summary><p>A drone covers any terrain (not just roads), automates the survey, and costs less per hour than a helicopter \u2014 ideal for facilities, landfills and off-road pipeline routes, even if daily coverage is lower than vehicle methods.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Does it need calibration?<\/summary><p>No routine field calibration \u2014 an integrated reference gas cell self-calibrates the sensor for consistent accuracy and minimal maintenance.<\/p><\/details><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>TDLAS laser methane leak detector for drone, car and stationary surveys \u2014 detects methane remotely from 10\u201340 m with 25 ms response, meeting EUMR 2024\/1787 Type 2 LDAR criteria. Just 360 g, self-calibrating, with real-time RTK-georeferenced data. 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