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GRIMM 5412
Standard condensation particle counter
Compact CPC for nanoparticle counting with
optimized detection efficiency and response time, with integrated sample flow
pump. Different calibrations possible,
e.g. for real-time monitoring of UFP in ambient air according to CEN draft
standard prEN 16976:2023.
Functionality: Condensation particle counter
Features
- Precise nanoparticle counting: n-Butanol based CPC, D50 = 4.0 nm, Droplet size control, Single count mode (100,000 particles/cm3) and Photometric mode (up to 107 particles/cm3)
- Sample flow rate controlled by critical orifice: Integrated sample pump, no external vacuum required
- Saturator shutter
- Continuous condensate drain with micro pump
- Analog input for optional meteorological sensors
- Wide range power supply: 90 … 264 VAC, 47 … 63 Hz, 80 … 130 W
Benefits
- Suitable for various nanoparticle applications
- Easy to use: Status control via LEDs, Display for real-time number concentration data, 5475 GRIMM nanoSoftware for CPC
- Compact design: Allows easy integration in laboratory setups
Applications
- Fundamental aerosol research
- Environmental and climate studies
- Nanotechnology process monitoring
- Studies in atmospheric nucleation
- Nanoparticle growth, coagulation and transport
- Filter testing
Technical Data
- Technical data
| Detection principle | Condensation Particle Counter |
|---|---|
| Working fluid | n-butanol (n-butyl alcohol) |
| Output | Particle number concentration / cm³ |
| Particle concentration range | Single count mode: Up to 100,000 particles/cm³Photometric mode: Up to 107 particles/cm³ |
| Reproducibility | Single count mode: > 95%Photometric mode: > 90% |
| Particle size range | 4.0 nm (D50 measured with tungsten oxide particles) to greater 3 µm |
| Response time t10 … t90 | < 3 s |
| Sample flow rate | 0.6 l/min (no external vacuum required) |
| Flow control | Critical orifice with stabilized temperature |
| Aerosol carrier gas | Air and inert gases |
| Data recording | Directly on PC with GRIMM 5475 nanoSoftwareOptionally on USB flash drive |
| Connectivity | USB, USB flash drive, RS-232, analog input |
| Power requirements | 90 … 264 VAC, 47 … 63 HzWide range power supply, 80 … 130 W |
| Operating conditions | Ambient temperature: 10 … 40 °C (50 … 104 °F)Ambient humidity: 0 … 95% RH, non-condensingAbsolute pressure range: 500 … 1,100 mbar |
| Transport and storage | 0 … 50 °C (32 … 122 °F), RH < 95% |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 23 x 25 x 29 cm (9 x 9.8 x 11.4 in) |
| Weight | 8.9 kg (19.6 lbs) |
Accessories
- Optional
| 7813 |
| 7814 |