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High Volume Sampler
The PM10 high volume air sampler collects particulates at a flow rate between 36-60 ft³/min through a PM10 size selective inlet. As the particulates travel through the size selective inlet, the larger particulates are trapped inside of the inlet as the smaller PM10 particulates continue to travel through the PM10 inlet and are collected on the 8″ x 10″ quartz filter paper.
A PM10 high volume air sampler is a federal reference method (FRM) instrument designed to collect ambient particulate matter with an aerodynamic diameter of 10µm or less. This sampler uses a size selective inlet to separate out the particulate matter that is larger than 10µm, ensuring that only concentrations of PM10 are deposited onto the filter. These samplers typical operate with a flow rate between 67.8 m3 /h through a rectangular filter mounted in a cassette-style filter holder. The sampler includes the facility to monitor wind speed and direction, using an optional external wind sensor.
AS/NZS 3580.9.6 and AS/NZS 3580.9.3
Wind speed and direction data are averaged and stored in internal, ambient temperature and pressure sensors, which are used to automatically maintain a constant volumetric flow-rate of typically memory, and may be used as triggers for conditional sampling 36-60 ft³/min during a 24 hour sampling period. Constructed of high quality components and a robust anodized aluminum shelter, these instrument are well suited for all ambient sampling installations.
Environmental’s PM10 high volume air samplers are designed according to the guidelines that are outlined in 40 CFR appendix J to part 50 and designated as a federal reference method sampler under designation number 0202-141. And meets Australian Standards
The PM10 high volume air sampler collects particulates at a flow rate between 36-60 ft³/min through a PM10 size selective inlet. As the particulates travel through the size selective inlet, the larger particulates are trapped inside of the inlet as the smaller PM10 particulates continue to travel through the PM10 inlet and are collected on the 8″ x 10″ quartz filter paper. This quartz filter is weighed previously to sampling and then after sampling to determine the mass of particulates that are smaller than 10 microns. The flow rate on this instrument is controlled by either a mass flow controller, a volumetric flow controller or the Tisch Environmental PLUS technology electronic flow controller. Tisch Environmental offers a wide range of PM10 samplers with several different option to fit every custom sampling installation.
Sampling Methodology for High Volume Air Sampler (HVAS)
The installation, operation, and maintenance of the High Volume Air Sampler (HVAS) must adhere to the established standards outlined below to ensure precision and compliance with regulatory requirements. These standards provide critical guidance on the proper positioning of monitoring equipment, the methodology for particulate matter collection, and the subsequent analysis of air quality samples.
- AS 3580.1.1 – Methods for Sampling and Analysis of Ambient Air. Part 1.1: Guide to Siting Air Monitoring Equipment
This standard outlines essential guidelines for the proper siting of air monitoring equipment, ensuring that air quality data accurately reflects the ambient conditions. The correct positioning of HVAS equipment is critical to obtaining valid and reliable data, minimizing the potential for interference from nearby sources of pollution or environmental factors that could skew the results. - AS 3580.9.3 – Methods for Sampling and Analysis of Ambient Air. Part 9.3: Determination of Suspended Particulate Matter – Total Suspended Particulate Matter (TSP) using the High Volume Sampler Gravimetric Method
This standard provides a method for measuring Total Suspended Particulate Matter (TSP) by employing a High Volume Sampler with a gravimetric analysis approach. It is essential for determining the overall concentration of particulate matter in the air over a specified period. The gravimetric method involves collecting particles on a filter and then weighing the filter before and after sampling to determine the mass of particulate matter, providing an accurate measure of TSP levels in the ambient air. - AS 3580.9.6 – Methods for Sampling and Analysis of Ambient Air. Part 9.6: Determination of Suspended Particulate Matter – PM10 using the High Volume Sampler.
In this standard, the focus shifts to Particulate Matter with a diameter of 10 micrometers or less (PM10), which is a critical pollutant due to its potential impact on human health and the environment. The method employs a high-volume sampler equipped with a size-selective inlet, ensuring that only particles within the PM10 size range are collected for analysis. The gravimetric method is then applied to measure the concentration of PM10 in the sampled air, offering a reliable means of quantifying this key pollutant. - AS 3580.9.14 – Methods for Sampling and Analysis of Ambient Air. Part 9.14: Determination of Suspended Particulate Matter – PM2.5 using the High Volume Sampler.
Particulate Matter with a diameter of 2.5 micrometers or smaller (PM2.5) is considered especially harmful to human health due to its ability to penetrate deep into the respiratory system. This standard specifies the use of a high-volume sampler with a size-selective inlet to isolate PM2.5 particles from the air.
Features & Benefits
- Various sampling heads available: PM10, PM2.5 & TSP.
- Various controller available (talk to your AQMS equipment consultant).
Applications
- Unattended monitoring of airborne particulates found in routine air monitoring.
- Specialised monitoring of solid pollutants, microorganisms, oil and acid smokes.
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Australian standards HiVol particulate sampler enables remote, unattended sampling of PM2.5, PM10, or TSP, providing accurate data across urban air quality networks for effective monitoring and analysis of particulate pollution. AS/NZS 3580.9.3