Sensor Installation
Chapter 2 Unpacking and Installation
IsoAir 310P Aerosol Particle Sensor Operations Manual
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Selecting a Location
The location for the IsoAir 310P particle sensor can greatly improve the overall utility
of the unit. Consider the following issues when choosing a location for the sensor:
• Optimal Sampling – The unit must be mounted close enough to the area it is
monitoring that the maximum length of the sample tube is 3 meters (remote
mounting only).
NOTE:
In pharmaceutical applications, no more than 2 meters of inlet
tubing is recommended.
• Interference with Existing Equipment – The unit should not interfere with access to
existing or known future equipment installations.
• Visibility – The front panel of the unit should be visible from a reasonable position.
• Mounting Surface – This instrument is designed to be mounted to a wall or other
vertical surface that is capable of supporting a static load of 80 pounds (36.3 kg).
It must be installed by qualified personnel.
The enclosure may be mounted on laboratory structure material, such as Unistrut
®
,
using similar attachment methods as for mounting on a metal framed hollow wall or
solid metal sheet wall.
CAUTION
Do NOT mount the instrument to a structure that is not sufficiently strong
(i.e., un-reinforced sheetrock).
• Cables – The unit should be located near a source of grounded electrical power, an
Ethernet port, and any other devices it must connect with. The unit may be attached
to cables by means of conduit. An external power disconnect must be provided.
• Environmental Conditions – The unit must be located in an environment consistent
with its temperature, humidity, altitude, and other relevant specifications.
• Electromagnetic Interference – The unit should be located away from strong
electromagnetic fields.
Effective Sampling Probe Placement
Position the sampling probe where it will most likely collect particles that can effect
the product yield. For example, it might not be useful to position a probe in an air flow
stream that is away from the product. Risk assessment may be recommended in order
to choose the most suitable sampling location.
