Co2 sensor using a hydrophilic polyurethane matrix

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G01N 33/84 (2006.01) A61B 5/00 (2006.01) G01N 21/64 (2006.01) G01N 21/78 (2006.01) G01N 33/52 (2006.01) A61B 5/14 (1990.01)

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CA 2110533

ABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSURE CO2 SENSOR USING A HYDROPHILIC POLYURETHANE MATRIX The carbon dioxide sensor includes a CO2 sensing matrix formed from a hydrophilic, gas permeable, cross- linked polyurethane. The polyurethane matrix is formed from a polyurethane pre-polymer mixture which cross links when mixed with an aqueous carbon dioxide buffer solution. The dye-buffer solution is physically entrapped as a homogeneous dispersion in the polymer matrix. The matrix is applied to the exposed glass core of an optical fiber, which may first be coated with a primer to allow the polyurethane matrix to bond firmly to the tip of the optical fiber. The hydrophilic polymeric matrix is preferably coated with a hydrophobic material to help avoid leaching of the dye from the matrix, and to prevent diffusion of hydronium ions into the sensing matrix. The hydrophobic polymer overcoat may thereafter be cured by heat treatment. The hydrophobic coating may also contain a light reflective material such as TiO2.

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