Portable continuous particle sizing

Product Specifications
monitor/dual wavelengh
nephelometer

Thermo Scientific
DataRAM 4
Particulate Monitor

Key Features The Thermo Scientific DataRAM 4 The DataRAM 4 monitors the
Particulate Monitor continuously monitors concentrations of fine particulates in
• Aerodynamic particle size separators and logs the real-time concentration and ambient air by a combination of
median particle sizes of airborne dust, aerodynamic size preselection, two
smoke, mist and fumes. In addition, air wavelength nephelometry, and concurrent
• Measures particulate fractions such
temperature and humidity are displayed sensing/correction for relative humidity.
as the thoracic, respirable, PM-10, and recorded. With appropriate particle This patented technique provides a
PM-2.5, and PM-1 discriminators, it provides measurements continuous measurement of PM2.5,
correlated with PM10, PM2.5, PM1.0, and independent of particle size and
• Omni-directional sampling inlet and respirable fractions. The proprietary two- moisture- without heating, diffusion
an in-line mist & fog elimination wavelength particle detection system drying, or denuding the sample stream.
heater are available for ambient air provides the volume median particle
monitoring diameter of the sampled aerosol, over a Additional features include:
concentration range up to 400 mg/m3.
• An isokinetic sampling probe/nozzle
• Unique, programmable automatic Unlike typical particle counting devices, the kit enables duct/stack monitoring.
zeroing feature permits long-term DataRAM 4 monitor is immune to particle • Self calibration extends unattended
unattended field operation coincidence errors, even at the highest operation
concentrations. Volume median particle
sizes down to 0.05 μm can be measured by • RS232 and RS485 data ports for
this unique spectral bi-directional digital communications
nephelometric technique.
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Thermo Scientific DataRAM 4 Particulate Monitor

Concentration Measurement Range 0.0001 to 400 mg/m3 (Auto ranging) Referenced to gravimetric calibration (NIST
traceable) with SAE, Fine test dust (mmd - 2 to 3 μm, σg = 2.5, as aerosolized)
Precision /Repeatability (2-sigma) ±1% of reading or ± 0.001 mg/m3, whichever is greater (1 second averaging)
±0.3% of reading or ±0.0001 mg/m3, whichever is greater (10 second averaging)
For single-wavelength concentration sensing at 25°C
Accuracy ±2% of reading ± precision, referenced to gravimetric calibration (NIST traceable) with
SAE fine test dust (mmd = 2 to 3 μm, σg = 2.5, as aerosolized)
Resolution 0.1% of reading or 0.1 μg/m3, whichever is greater
Scattering Coefficient Range 10-7 to 0.4 m-1 (resolution: 3 significant digits, maximum)
Minimum Detection Limit 1.0 μg/m3 (0.001 mg/ m3) (1 second averaging)
0.3 μg/m3 (0.003 mg/ m3) (10 second averaging)
0.10 μg/m3 (0.0001 mg/ m3) (60 second averaging)
Visual Range (@σ = 550 nm) 0.001 to 337 km (resolution: 3 significant digits, maximum)
Angström Coefficient Measurement Range 0.0 to 4.0
Particle Sizing Range (log-normal, σg = 2.0, m = 1.50) 0.05 to 4 μm
Concentration Measurements 0.08 to 10 μm
Temperature Measurement Range 5° to 140° F (-15° to 60° C); accuracy: 0.05° C
Sampling Flow Rate Range 1.0 to 3.0 liters/min. (accuracy: 0.05 liters/min., adjustability: 0.1 liters/min.)
Measurement/Display Integration Time Range 1 to 60 sec. (selectable in 1-sec. steps)
Measurement/Display Update Frequency 1 per sec.
HEPA Filter Cartridge Replacement Frequency (typical) less than 1 per 5 yrs (@ < 1 mg/m3)
Alarm Level Range Selectable over entire measurement range 0.001-400mg/m3
Data Logging Averaging Periods 1 sec. to 24 hrs. (selectable in 1-sec. increments)
Data Logging Memory Capacity 50,000 data points in up to 99 tags (data sets)
Programmable Zeroing Periods 1 to 168 hrs. (selectable in 1-hr increments; if enabled, logging period must be >10 min.)
Elapsed Time Readout Range 1 sec. to 100,000 hrs. (over 11 yrs.), in sec., min., and hrs.
Digital Communications RS232/RS485; full duplex, 9600 baud, software-controlled, filtered
Computer Requirements IBM-compatible PC, Windows™ 95 or higher; 8 MB memory or more
Analog Outputs 0 to 5 V and 4 to 20 mA selectable full scale ranges between 0.1 and 400 mg/m3
Power Internal battery; rechargeable, sealed lead-acid, 6.5 Ahr, 6 V,
20-hr run time between charges (typical). AC line: universal voltage charger/power
supply 100-250 V, 50-60 Hz (CE marked). Optional solar power system (Model DR-SOL).
Alarm Outputs Alarm switch: 30 V (off,open), 2.5 A (on, closed)
Alarm signal: 0 V (off), 5 V (on) (1 mA maximum load current)
Audio alarm (back panel): more than 65 dB @ 1 m
Operating Environment 14° to 122° F (-10° to 50° C); 10 to 95% RH, non condensing
Storage Environment -4° to 158° F (-20° to 70° C)
Dimensions 5.28 in. (134 mm) H x 7.25 in. (184mm) W x 13.63 in. (346 mm) D
Weight 11.7 lbs (5.3kg)
Standard Accessories Included Universal voltage battery charger/power supply, standard HEPA filter cartridge,
analytical filter holder, PC communications software disk, digital output cable,
carrying case and instruction manual
Safety Approvals and Certificates CE certification.

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