Tiny Yet Powerful: NevadaNano Unveils 0.9‑sq‑in Combustible Gas Sensor for IoT

In a testament to the relentless march of IoT miniaturization, NevadaNano has announced the MPS Mini—a combustible gas sensor that occupies just 0.9 square inches of surface area. The compact design underscores the company’s commitment to delivering high‑performance sensing solutions that fit seamlessly into the growing ecosystem of distributed, connected devices.

Industry analysts and sensor manufacturers focusing on domestic gas leak detection, industrial safety, and indoor air quality have expressed keen interest. The MPS Mini is engineered to detect a broad spectrum of gases, including flammable hydrocarbons, refrigerants, methane, carbon monoxide, and radon.

Key technical features include integrated temperature, pressure, and humidity sensing, coupled with sophisticated software that processes environmental data for 19 distinct gas species—ranging from hydrogen to octane and propane. Unlike conventional NDIR or pellistor sensors, the MPS Mini performs concentration calculations locally, enabling rapid, accurate responses without relying on external processing units.

“Our customers asked for a smaller footprint, lower cost, longer lifespan, and superior accuracy with minimal cross‑interference,” says Bob Vigdor, Director of Sales at NevadaNano. “The MPS Mini delivers on all those fronts while ensuring no toxic by‑products or hazardous conditions during operation.”

Designed with a silicon microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) architecture, the sensor incorporates multiple chemical transducers and NevadaNano’s proprietary database of electrostatic and thermodynamic properties. This combination allows for precise thermal measurements with a resolution of 0.01 °C, achieved through controlled heating cycles.

With an anticipated service life of at least ten years, the MPS Mini is positioned to meet the rigorous demands of industrial, commercial, and government applications. Pricing details will be announced in the coming weeks, but early indications suggest a competitive offering for the high‑end safety and environmental monitoring markets.