AO2 CiTiceL® Oxygen (O2) Gas Sensor – Part Number: AA428-210
The AO2 CiTiceL® is a high-quality partial pressure electrochemical oxygen sensor specifically designed for vehicle exhaust analysis. As a leading-edge sensor from City Technology, the AA428-210 model offers a linear output from 0-100% O2 and features an integrated 3-pin Molex connector for secure electrical interfacing.
Renowned for its reliability and fast response time, the AO2 sensor is the industry standard for automotive emission testing equipment and safety-critical oxygen monitoring.
Key Features & Benefits
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Optimized for Automotive: Specifically designed for vehicle exhaust analysis.
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Linear Output: Provides a consistent linear signal across the entire 0-100% Oxygen range.
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Fast Response: T90 response time of less than 5 seconds for real-time monitoring.
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Easy Installation: Equipped with a standard 3-Pin Molex header for quick integration.
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Temperature Compensated: Features on-board compensation to maintain accuracy across varying temperatures.
Technical Specifications
| Measurement Category | Specification Details |
| Operating Principle | Partial Pressure Electrochemical |
| Measurement Range | 0 – 100% O2 |
| Output Signal | 9 – 13 mV in Air |
| Response Time (T90) | < 5 seconds |
| Response Time (T99.5) | < 40 seconds (from 20.9% to 0.1% O2) |
| Baseline Offset | < 20 µV |
| Linearity | Linear 0-100% O2 |
Electrical & Mechanical Details
| Property | Value |
| Connector | 3 Pin Molex header (MOLEX 22-29-2031) |
| Recommended Mating Part | Molex 3-Way Housing (22-01-2035) & Terminals (08-45-0110) |
| External Load Resistor | 10 kΩ Minimum |
| Weight | 40 g (nominal) |
| Housing Material | Red ABS |
| Orientation | Any |
Environmental & Lifetime
| Condition | Operating Range / Value |
| Typical Application | Vehicle Exhaust Analysis |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +50°C |
| Operating Pressure | 0.5 – 2.0 Bar |
| Differential Pressure | 0 – 500 mBar max |
| Operating Humidity | 0 – 99% RH non-condensing |
| Long Term Output Drift | <10% signal loss / year |
| Expected Operating Life | 360,000% O2 hours @ 20°C (approx. 2 years in air) |
Cross-Sensitivity Data
The AO2 CiTiceL is designed to be highly specific to Oxygen, but it may respond to other gases present in automotive exhaust.
| Interfering Gas | Concentration | Balance | % O2 Equivalent |
| Carbon Dioxide (CO2) | 16% | N2 | < 0.1% |
| Carbon Monoxide (CO) | 6% | N2 | < 0.1% |
| Nitric Oxide (NO) | 3000 ppm | N2 | < 0.1% |
| n-Hexane | 2000 ppm | N2 | < 0.1% |
| Hydrogen (H2) | 5000 ppm | N2 | < 0.1% |
Installation & Safety Notes
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Installation: Hand-tighten only. Do not use spanners or mechanical aids, as excessive force may damage the sensor thread.
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Soldering: DO NOT solder to the connector pins. Connection must be made via PCB sockets or the recommended Molex mating parts to avoid internal damage.
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Chemical Exposure: Avoid high concentrations of solvent vapors during storage and installation. Do not use glue directly on or near the sensor.
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Safety Check: This is a safety-critical component. It is required to perform a “bump check” (exposure to target gas) before each use to ensure proper functionality.
Order Information:
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Product: AO2 CiTiceL Oxygen Sensor
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Part Number: AA428-210
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Brand: City Technology
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