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Honeywell C7012 Series – Reliable UV Flame Detectors for Industrial Burners


Honeywell C7012A / C / E / F / G UV Flame Detectors

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The Honeywell C7012 Series includes solid-state UV flame detectors for monitoring the combustion of gas and oil fuels. Models C7012A, C7012C, C7012E, C7012F, and C7012G are compatible with Honeywell 7800 SERIES control systems and provide high sensitivity, reliability, and flexible installation options in industrial heating equipment.

Application and Key Features

  • Ultraviolet flame detection for gas, LP, and oil burners
  • Supports Honeywell modules like R7847, R7247, and R7289
  • Self-checking models (E/F) for critical safety applications
  • Designed for boilers, furnaces, kilns, and process burners
  • Certified according to EN 298, UL, CSA, DIN, and BGC standards


Honeywell C7012 Technical Dimensions

Model Overview

Model Housing Type Self-Check Function Temp Range Features
C7012A Aluminum, NEMA 4 No -4 … +79 °C Standard detector with threaded mounting
C7012C Explosion-proof (Class I & II) No -4 … +79 °C For hazardous environments, 100 PSI window
C7012E Aluminum, NEMA 4 Yes -29 … +79 °C Includes internal shutter for automatic checking
C7012F Explosion-proof Yes -29 … +79 °C Self-check with 100 PSI window and sealed design
C7012G Aluminum, NEMA 4 No -4 … +79 °C Compliant with BGC and DIN flame monitoring standards


Honeywell C7012 Wiring Diagram

Installation and Technical Details

  • Power: 100/120/208/240 V, 50/60 Hz depending on model
  • Consumption: 2.5 to 7 W
  • Pre-wired leads, 2.4 m long, color-coded per NEC Class 1
  • Mounted to sight pipe via 3/4″ or 1″ NPT internal thread
  • Self-check models (E/F) require vertical alignment of housing


Honeywell C7012 Mounted on Burner

Why Choose the C7012 Series

  • Proven UV flame sensing for critical combustion applications
  • Dual-detector support for improved signal redundancy
  • Quick field replacement of UV tubes and viewing windows
  • Self-check models are SIL 3 capable with Honeywell controllers
  • Durable design resists dust, heat, and vibration in industrial use

Boilers 24 offers a complete range of Honeywell C7012 UV flame detectors and compatible accessories including mounts, amplifiers, cables, and connectors — as well as a full selection of industrial UV flame sensors for all types of combustion systems.