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Low Volume Air Sampler model MicroVol 1100
 


Description
The MicroVol 1100 low volume air sampler provides a flexible sampling platform for PM10, PM2.5 or TSP particulates and basic meteorological parameters.
The MicroVol 1100 is suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications. The unit is microprocessor controlled and uses a mass flow sensor in conjunction with ambient temperature and pressure sensors to automatically maintain a constant volumetric flow rate.
Particulates are size selected and collected on a sample filter for gravimetric analysis.

Standards

• PM10: AS/NZS 3580.9.9 2006
• PM2.5: AS/NZS 3580.9.10 2006
• CE and C-tick approval
• Manufactured under ISO9001 and ISO14001

Indoor sampling

• Low power consumption
• Quiet operation-ideal for indoor air quality studies
• Volumetric flow control automatically corrected to standard reference temperature
• Ultra-efficient, long life DC pump delivers flow rates of 1.0 to 4.5 l/min

Outdoor sampling

• Wind direction and speed used to activate/de-activate sampler
• Fence line monitoring available with a network of samplers
• Built for all conditions - light weight, rugged weatherproof construction
• Can operate via battery or solar power sources (optional)

Enhanced communication

• RS232 output for data collection and networking
• Filter block and instrument error alarms available to email & sms
• Total control of instrument remotely from PC
• Simple programming of sampling periods, including daily and weekly programs, with in built ‘1-in-X day’
sampling capability

Specifications

Volumetric flow range/accuracy:

 1.0 - 4.5 l/min

Flow accuracy:

 ± 2% of reading

Flow repeatability:

 ± 0.5% of reading.

Temperature range/accuracy:

 0 - 45 deg C ± 1 deg.

Barometric pressure range:

 600 - 900 Torr ± 4 Torr.

Filter types:

 47 mm ringed circular filter.

Inlets available:

 PM10, TSP (standard), PM2.5 (optional)

Sampler dimensions:

 11.8 in (height) x 6.7 in (diameter)(300 x 170 mm)

Sampler weight:

 8.3 lbs (3.75 kg)

Battery pack dimensions:

 7.3 in (height) x 6.7 in (diameter)(185 x 170 mm)

Battery pack weight:

 8.8 lbs (4.4 kg)

Battery pack life:

 48 hours sampling from fully charged battery pack.

Operating voltage:

 12 V DC.

Power consumption:

 2.5 - 3 watts depending on filter loading.

Standard Accessories:

 TSP/PM10 size selective inlet.
Single 47mm filter holder.
100 - 240V AC to 12V DC power converter.
MicroVol Downloader software & RS232 cable.

Communications/Data logging

Number of readings:

 150 averaging periods for each parameter monitored.
Averaging periods: User selectable.
External inputs: 1x wind direction sensor input (10 Kohm potentiometer).
1x wind speed sensor or tipping bucket rain gauge input
(contact closure).
Data collection: Via RS232 port.

Options

• Purpose built battery pack, or solar panel and battery pack.
• Optional two stage filter pack:
1st / stage collects fine particulate, inorganic anion concentrates or acidic particulates.
2nd / stage collects non reactive gases.
• Optional PM2.5 size selective inlet adaptor.
• Optional wind speed and direction sensor or tipping bucket rain gauge.

The MicroVol 1100 is also available as a Weather Station unit which can log humidity, temperature, wind speed, wind direction and pressure. This unit can hold 2 days worth of 15 minute data or continuously send data to a report writing program i.e. WinCollect.