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AIR-AIDE Particulate Monitor

The AIR-AIDE is a fixed point monitor with interchangeable size-selective impactors to survey dust levels, and is powered by a long life internal air sample pump to maintain accurate flow for particle separation. The AIR-AIDE has built-in calibration factors for fine and coarse particulate matter.

  • Sample pump maintains accurate flow for particle separation
  • Easy to read digital display showing instantaneous readings in mg/m3, and TWA, STEL, Minimum and Maximum
  • Interchangeable size-selective impactors
  • Built-in correction factors for fine and coarse particulate matter
  • On-screen programmable sampling and storage options
  • Large data storage capacity
  • 10 hour run time with rechargeable NiMH battery
  • Extended running time with AC adaptor
  • Optional wireless data transmission to PC
  • Easy to use DustComm Pro Software for data downloading, trend analysis and comprehensive reporting of concentration changes over time

For exposure monitoring of dusts and aerosols including:

Lead    Toxic soil remediation    Silica
Welding fumes    Tobacco smoke    Construction dust
Coal Dust    Dry chemical    Wood/paper
Oil mists    Concrete/cement    Grinding dusts
Cadmium    Pharmaceuticals    Nuisance dusts
Spray paint    Chromate    Grain
  • Specifications

    Accuracy    ±10% to filter gravimetric SAE fine test dust
    Sensing Range    0.001 to 20 mg/m3 (or optional 0.01 to 200 mg/m3)
    Display Resolution    0.001 mg/m3
    Particle Size Range    0.01 to 100 µm
    Particle Size Measurement   1 µm, 2.5 µm, 4.0 µm or 10 µm
    Measurement Precision    ±0.03 mg/m3 (3 µg/m3)
    Calibration    NIOSH 0600 gravimetric reference - NIST traceable SAE fine test dust
    Displayed Particle Concentration    Instantaneous, TWA, STEL, Minimum, Maximum
    Sample Flow Rate    2 L/min
    Power    Rechargeable NiMH battery or AC adaptor
    Operating Time    ≥10 hours
    Charging Time    <10 hours
    Alarm Output    90 dB at 3 ft
    Digital Output    RS-232
    Data Storage    21,600 data points
    Sampling Rate    Short term: 2, 4, 10 seconds, Long term: 1, 10 or 30 minutes
    Temperature    Operating: -10 to +50°C (14 to 122°F)
    Storage:    -20 to +70°C (-4 to 158°F)
    Dimensions    7.6 x 15.2 x 22.9 cm (3 x 6 x 9")
    Weight    2300 g (5lbs)
  • AIR-AIDE

    Description Part Number
    AIR-AIDE Kit includes,

    Monitor (0.001 to 20 mg/m3), NiMH battery, 110-240 V AC charger/adaptor, rotameter, impactor sleeve for TSP, DustComm Pro Software on USB Memory Stick, RS-232 computer cable and manual

    770-600
  • AIR-AIDE Accessories

    Description Part Number  
    Size-selective Impactor PM1.0, interchangeable 770-604  770-604 Size-selective Impactor PM1.0, interchangeable 
    Size-selective Impactor PM2.5, interchangeable 770-605  770-605 Size-selective Impactor PM2.5, interchangeable 
    Size-selective Impactor PM4.0/respirable, interchangeable 770-603  770-603 Size-selective Impactor PM4.0/respirable, interchangeable 
    Size-selective Impactor PM10, interchangeable 770-606  770-606 Size-selective Impactor PM10, interchangeable 
    Impactor Grease 770-211  770-211 Impactor Grease 
    Impactor Sleeve, holds impactor for insertion into the sampling inlet 770-602  770-602 Impactor Sleeve, holds impactor for insertion into the sampling inlet 
    Calibration Standard, for verifying span and optical sensor performance 770-207  770-207 Calibration Standard, for verifying span and optical sensor performance of the Air-Aide 
    Radio Modem, 900 MHz with up to 450 m line-of-sight transmission 770-505X  770-505X Radio Modem, 900 MHz with up to 450 m line-of-sight transmission 
    Tripod, adjustable stand (1 to 1.5 m) and mounting plate for unattended monitoring 770-607  770-607 Tripod, adjustable stand (1 to 1.5 m) and mounting plate for unattended monitoring 
    Precipitation Cap, prevents rain and mist directly entering the sensor 770-216  770-216 Precipitation Cap, prevents rain and mist directly entering the sensor on the Air-Aide 
    Cleaning Kit, includes bulb, swabs and lens tissue (no air canister) 770-305B no image
    AC Charger 110-240 V , can be used to operate AIR-AIDE continuously 770-608 no image
    Replacement NiMH Battery Pack 770-601  770-601 Replacement NiMH Battery Pack 
    DustComm Pro Software on USB Flash Drive 770-225  770-225 DustComm Pro Software on USB Flash Drive 
    Size-selective Impactor PM1.0, interchangeable

    770-604

    Size-selective Impactor PM2.5, interchangeable

    770-605

    Size-selective Impactor PM4.0/respirable, interchangeable

    770-603

    Size-selective Impactor PM10, interchangeable

    770-60

    Impactor Grease

    770-211

    Impactor Sleeve, holds impactor for insertion into the sampling inlet

    770-602

    Calibration Standard, for verifying span and optical sensor performance

    770-207

    Radio Modem, 900 MHz with up to 450 m line-of-sight transmission

    770-505X

    Tripod, adjustable stand (1 to 1.5 m) and mounting plate for unattended monitoring

    770-607

    Precipitation Cap, prevents rain and mist directly entering the sensor

    770-216

    Cleaning Kit, includes bulb, swabs and lens tissue (no air canister)

    770-305B

    AC Charger 110-240 V , can be used to operate AIR-AIDE continuously

    770-608

    Replacement NiMH Battery Pack

    770-601

    DustComm Pro Software on USB Flash Drive

    770-225

  • Documentation

    AIR-AIDE Manual

    AIR-AIDE Particulate Monitor
    Instructions

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DustComm Pro Software

DustComm Pro software is Windows-based software which is supplied free with SKC Particulate Monitors (HAZ-DUST IV, Split2, EPAM 5000, AIR-AIDE and the optional data logger for HAZ-DUST I). DustComm Pro is both a communications application that enables stored data within the Particulate Monitor to be downloaded to a PC, and a data manipulation tool enabling detailed analysis and reporting of sampled data.

DustComm Pro Software

The data plots provided with DustComm Pro enable:

  • Detailed statistical analysis
  • Creation of graphs and charts
  • Mathematical correction of particle characteristics when the aerosol significantly differs from calibration dust
  • The data to be exported to Microsoft Excel for further analysis and reporting

Sample screenshots are shown below:

  • Data After Downloading

    After the data is downloaded from the monitor the following screen is displayed, showing the data for the first location and the data pertinent to the first sample at that location.

    Screenshot of DustComm Pro Software after download from a pump

    The following detail the various panels on this screen.

  • (i) The Location Information Panel

    This provides the general downloaded statistics for this location.

    Screenshot of DustComm Pro Software showing the Location Panel

  • (ii) The Dataset Panel

    This shows the specific information about the downloaded data, such as the data type and the readings recorded.

    Screenshot of DustComm Pro Software showing the Dataset Panel

  • (iii) The Dataset Scale Factor Window

    This enables the scale factor to be adjusted to be equal to your specific type of dust.

    DustComm Pro Scale Factor Panel Screenshot

  • (iv) The Location Data Panel

    This shows the sample reading and time at which the reading was collected. As the readings are scrolled through the information in the DataSet and Location Information Panels will be updated.

    Screenshot of DustComm Pro Software showing the time and date of the sample readings.

  • (v) The Quick Plot Panel

    This displays a miniature version of the Full Plot, to provide a quick overview. The Full Plot is accessed by clicking on the Button shown.

    Screenshot of the DustComm Pro Software Quick Plot, which displays a miniature version of the Full Plot to provide a quick overview

  • The Full Plot Graph

    The graph is fully customisable - the graph can be line or bar, gridlines can be added/removed, the data points can be highlighted with a choice of graphics, colours changed, the graph can be zoomed into between any two points, notes (and pictures) added, the title changed and so on. The graph can also be printed, or exported for use in reports.

    Screenshot of DustComm Pro Software Graph Plot which is fully customisable

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