Lighthouse SOLAIR 3350, Operating Manual

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Introduction
Overview
This operating manual describes how to use the Lighthouse SOLAIR
3350 or 5350.
The model number signifies the minimum particle size measured by the
instrument. The number “3350” indicates a 0.3
P
m minimum channel
size at 3.53 CFM or 100LPM.
SOLAIR 3350 or 5350 instruments incorporate a 316L stainless steel
enclosure that is easier to wipe down; RS485/RS232, Ethernet and
USB interfaces; up to eight particle-size channels; color touch screen
interface; an optional built-in thermal printer and an internal
rechargeable battery.
Note:
For lists of the
standard channel sizes
available for each
SOLAIR model, see the
SOLAIR Specifications
section in this chapter.
All SOLAIR instruments contain a microprocessor that controls all of
the instrument functions. Count data is displayed in cumulative or
differential mode as raw data or normalized in particles per cubic foot
or per cubic meter.
The 3350 or 5350 uses a laser-diode light source and collection optics
for particle detection. Particles scatter light from the laser diode and the
collection optics collect and focus the light onto a photo diode that
converts the bursts of light into electrical pulses. The pulse height is a
measure of particle size. Pulses are counted and their amplitude is
measured for particle sizing. Results are displayed as particle counts in
the specified size channel.
Description
The large color touch screen makes them easy to configure and operate.
The SOLAIR 3350 and 5350 store up to 3000 data records from up to 8
particle count channels. All data can be quickly and reliably
downloaded to a computer or printed to the optional printer.
Note:
Hard copy reports
are available only if the
optional thermal printer
is installed. Data can be
viewed on the Solair
without the printer.
Instruments in the SOLAIR family allow the user to:
• Set sampling and hold times.
• Configure the number of samples taken in a single location.
• Print reports based on Federal Standard ft), EU GMP 2009 (if unit
has 0.5 and 5.0 channels) and ISO 146441-1.