Product Description
Technical specifications
- Pump: A small, wearable pump that draws a specific volume of air through the sampling medium at a controlled flow rate.
- Sampling Medium Holder: The part that holds the filter or sorbent tube.
- Collection Media:
- Filter cassettes: Used to capture particulate matter like dust and fumes.
- Sorbent tubes: Used to trap gases and vapors, often containing media like activated charcoal.
- Filter cassettes: Used to capture particulate matter like dust and fumes.
- Flow Measurement Device: A rotameter or electronic sensor to measure the flow rate of air.
- Flow Controller: A valve or electronic circuit to maintain a constant flow rate.
- Power Source: A rechargeable battery, typically lithium-ion, to power the device.
Accessories and advanced features
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Collection Media:Other types include impingers for capturing hazards in a liquid medium or gas bags for grab samples.
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Tubing:Connects the pump to the collection media and is often secured to the user with clips or tape.
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Carrying Cases:Durable, often protective cases for transport and storage.
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Data Logging:Many modern pumps can record data and may have features like temperature and pressure monitoring.
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Connectivity:Some models offer wireless connectivity, such as Bluetooth, for remote monitoring and data export.
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Specialized Accessories:
- Tripods: For stable placement in certain sampling scenarios.
- Petri dish dispensers: Used for specific microbial air sampling applications.
- Thermometer kits: To measure temperature alongside air sampling.
- Tripods: For stable placement in certain sampling scenarios.