Aerosol / Gas (Droplets / Dust) Particle Analyzers
Last Updated: April 1, 2025
Description
Aerosol and gas particle analyzers are specialized instruments designed to measure and analyze the properties of particles suspended in gases. These analyzers are capable of determining various characteristics of particles, such as size, charge, and distribution, which are crucial for understanding the composition and behavior of aerosols and gas-borne particles.
Working Principle
Aerosol and gas particle analyzers operate using several techniques, including light scattering, diffraction, and blockage or attenuation. In the light scattering method, particles pass through a laser light source, and the scattered light is measured to determine particle size and distribution. The blockage or attenuation technique involves measuring the reduction in light transmission caused by particles passing between a light source and a detector. These methods are non-destructive and non-intrusive, making them suitable for a wide range of applications. The analyzers are useful because they provide detailed information on particle characteristics, which is essential for monitoring air quality, studying atmospheric conditions, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
Applications
Aerosol and gas particle analyzers are used in various applications, including atmospheric measurements, air pollution monitoring, and testing of gas cleaning equipment like filters and scrubbers. They are also employed in monitoring process streams, such as stack gases, to ensure compliance with environmental standards. Specific examples include measuring the size and charge distributions of Martian dust for space exploration missions and analyzing emissions from power plants and automobiles to assess their environmental impact.
Advantages over other Particle Analyzers
Aerosol and gas particle analyzers offer several advantages over other types of particle analyzers. For instance, the use of light scattering techniques allows for non-destructive and non-intrusive measurements, which are preferred in many industries. Additionally, these analyzers can provide detailed information on particle size distribution and chemical properties, which is not always possible with traditional methods like sedimentation or sieving.
Limitations
One limitation of aerosol and gas particle analyzers is the need for calibration using aerosols of known properties, as it is rarely possible to predict instrument performance from first principles. Additionally, different sensing systems may have varying response times, and the aerosol properties measured by each system may only partially overlap, potentially leading to incomplete data.
Considerations
When selecting an aerosol or gas particle analyzer, several factors should be considered, including initial costs, operating expenses, durability, accuracy, and maintenance costs. The choice of technique, such as light scattering or blockage, can impact the overall cost and complexity of the system. Regular calibration and maintenance are necessary to ensure accurate and reliable measurements, which can add to the operating expenses. Durability and the ability to withstand harsh environmental conditions are also important considerations, especially for applications involving outdoor or remote monitoring.
from PCE Instruments / PCE Americas Inc.
PCE-MPC 10 is a portable handheld particle counter used to monitor particulate matter (PM) concentrations in the air. Designed to aid in indoor air quality (IAQ) assessments, this particle counter also measures air temperature and relative humidity (RH). The particle counter can be powered either by... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Measuring Range: 0.2500 to 10
- Measurement Type: Size; Count
- Sample Temperature: 32 to 122
from PCE Instruments / PCE Americas Inc.
The dust measuring device PCE-MPC 20 is a particle counter that measures the particles in the atmosphere. The measurable particle sizes of the dust measuring device are 0.3, 2.5 and 10 μm. In addition to the particle counter function, the dust meter also measures the mass concentrations PM2.5... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Sample Temperature: 32 to 122
- Measurement Type: Count
- Display & Special Features: Digital; Handheld
from PCE Instruments / PCE Americas Inc.
This Particle Counter Device has many functions. With the Particle Counter Device it is possible to determine the number of particles in the size of 0.3, 2.5 and 10 µm. In addition to measuring the particles, the Particle Counter Device can also measure the PM 2.5 and PM 10 mass concentration. The... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Sample Temperature: 32 to 122
- Measurement Type: Count
- Display & Special Features: Digital; Handheld
from PCE Instruments / PCE Americas Inc.
PCE-PCO 2 is a portable handheld dust particle measuring device or particle counter used to monitor particulate matter (PM) concentrations in the air. Designed to aid in indoor air quality (IAQ) assessments, this particle counter also measures air temperature, dew point and relative humidity. The... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Measuring Range: 0.3000 to 10
- Measurement Type: Size; Count
- Sample Temperature: 32 to 122
from PCE Instruments / PCE Americas Inc.
The air quality data logger PCE-AQD 20 is an ideal measuring device for monitoring the air quality at workplaces. The air quality data logger is ideal for continuous logging of air temperature, humidity, CO2, PM2.5 and air pressure. All these parameters give the occupational safety expert... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Sample Temperature: 32 to 122
- Measurement Type: Count
- Display & Special Features: Digital; Handheld; Table Top Particle counter
from PCE Instruments / PCE Americas Inc.
The particle counters of the PCE-PQC 1xUS series measure the concentration of particles such as dust, soot, pollens, and many other aerosols in the air. These particle counters were developed to accurately determine the degree of pollution of the air. Pollution is mainly generated by combustion,... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Measuring Range: 0.2500 to 0.3000
- Measurement Type: Count
- Sample Temperature: 32 to 122
from PCE Instruments / PCE Americas Inc.
The particle counters of the PCE-PQC 1xUS series measure the concentration of particles such as dust, soot, pollens, and many other aerosols in the air. These particle counters were developed to accurately determine the degree of pollution of the air. Pollution is mainly generated by combustion,... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Measuring Range: 0.2500 to 0.5000
- Measurement Type: Count
- Sample Temperature: 41 to 104
from Quantachrome Instruments
INTRODUCTION. Autosorb ® 6iSA ™ surface area and pore size analyzer allows a researcher to get a 360 degree perspective of the complex material pore structure enabling a variety of analysis techniques including adsorption isotherms, desorption isotherms, single point BET, multi-point BET,... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Technology: Gas Sorption
- Measurement Type: Size
- Display & Special Features: Benchtop; PC Interface / Networkable; SPC
from Emerson Automation Solutions – Rosemount
Net Safety's Millennium Series Airborne Particle Monitor (APM) and Oil Mist Detector is an explosion-proof, infrared detector designed to monitor ambient air for particulate matter such as smoke, oil mist, carbon, dust or ash. This unique product is the ONLY detector of it's kind that is certified... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Sample Temperature: -40 to 167
- Measurement Type: Composition
- Technology: Powerful, Single-beam IR Lamp with No Mirrors
from ClampOn, Inc.
Erosion and sand monitoring system [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas); Emulsion
- Technology: Ultrasonic Intelligent Sensor
- Measurement Type: Size; Count
- Display & Special Features: PC Interface / Networkable
from Terra Universal, Inc.
Lightweight and compact portability allows measuring in hard-to-reach areas. Reliable solid-state laser sensor provides a long, trouble-free service life. Isokinetic probe is built into processor housing. Two available models, with sensitivity ranges of 0.3 µm to 5 µm or 0.5 µm to... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Measuring Range: 0.3000 to ?
- Measurement Type: Count
- Technology: Light or Laser Blockage
from HORIBA Instruments, Inc.
The PR-PD2BLI enables fine particle detection down to 0.1 μm and also boasts a multi-stage sorter plus a full range of communication functions. The Blanks Mask is capable of performing high-throughput measurement on even the finest of particles. High sensitivity and high throughput. 0.1... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Measuring Range: 0.1000
- Measurement Type: Size
from Malvern Instruments, Inc.
Malvern's newest sensor specifically designed to measure larger particles up to 2.5 mm in many processes including, chemicals and food products all types of granulates. [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas); Powder / Solid; Emulsion
- Measuring Range: 50 to 2500
- Measurement Type: Size
- Technology: Spatial Filter Velocimetry
from Teledyne Monitor Labs, Inc.
LaserHawk ® PARTICULATE MATTER Monitor - Model 360. The most stable (under all operating conditions), accurate and maintenance free dust concentration monitor available!. ETL/CE Certfied. The LaserHawk ® was designed to comply with the performance specification for continuous particulate... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Sample Temperature: -4 to 140
- Measurement Type: Specialty / Other; Particle Concentration
- Technology: Diffraction / Laser Diffraction (LALLS)
from Quantachrome Instruments
Ideal for surface area and mesopore analysis, the iQ-AG is available in up to three-station versions and provides an easy upgrade path to high vacuum, low pressure and chemisorption capabilities should your needs change. Usable with nitrogen, argon, carbon dioxide and a host of other gases... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Technology: Gas Sorption
- Measurement Type: Size
- Display & Special Features: Benchtop; PC Interface / Networkable; SPC
from HORIBA Instruments, Inc.
The PR-PD3 Particle Detection System offers excellent throughput, a dependable optical system, and functions that reduce false detections. These features are packaged together in a compact system that is designed to minimize running costs. The PR-PD3 is capable of great versatility thanks to its 0.5... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Measuring Range: 0.5000 to 10
- Measurement Type: Size
- Technology: Diffraction / Laser Diffraction (LALLS); Laser scattering method
from Malvern Instruments, Inc.
Malvern's newest sensor specifically designed to measure larger particles in many processes dealing with granulates, such as the chemical and food product industries, among others. The sensor can be specifically modified to suit the process and material conditions by means of various accessories... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas); Powder / Solid; Emulsion
- Measuring Range: 50 to 2500
- Measurement Type: Size
- Technology: Spatial Filter Velocimetry
from Teledyne Monitor Labs, Inc.
Meets All New PS-1 and ASTM D6216 Regulations. State-of-the-Art Utilizing Patented Electro-dynamic Pulsed LED Light Sources for Ultra Low Opacity Applications! ( <10% opacity). ETL/CE Certfied. Teledyne Monitor Labs. LightHawk ® Opacity/Dust Monitor offers advanced, patented and configurable... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Sample Temperature: -25 to 140
- Measurement Type: Specialty / Other; Particle Concentration
- Technology: Light or Laser Blockage
from Quantachrome Instruments
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- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Technology: Gas Sorption
- Measurement Type: Size
- Display & Special Features: Benchtop; PC Interface / Networkable; SPC
from HORIBA Instruments, Inc.
The PR-PD5 Particle Detection System has been designed to be integrated with any other system as a space-saving measure. Installing the PR-PD5 to the conveyor, or the reticle stocker, allows the performance of simultaneous inspection, while combining it with the cleaning device enables inspection... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Measuring Range: 0.5000 to 50
- Measurement Type: Size
- Technology: Diffraction / Laser Diffraction (LALLS); Laser scattering method
from Malvern Instruments, Inc.
The Insitec D is ATEX approved on-line particle size analyzer. ATEX approved category 3 instruments for use in Zone 22 areas. For flammable dusts. Real-time particle size analyzer based on laser diffraction for particles in the size range 0.1 to 1000 µm. Automatic continuous on-line operation,... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Measuring Range: 0.5000 to 1000
- Measurement Type: Size
- Technology: Diffraction / Laser Diffraction (LALLS)
from HORIBA Instruments, Inc.
The HORIBA PR-PD2HR Particle Detection System inherits it's high-performance functions from the reticle/mask particle detection PD series which is proud of its high availability and long-term stability. At the same time also increasing the S/N ratio by more than three times and dramatically... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Measuring Range: 0.3500 to 10
- Measurement Type: Size
- Technology: Diffraction / Laser Diffraction (LALLS); Polarized laser scattering method
from Malvern Instruments, Inc.
On-line and at-line mobile particle size analyzer: Mobility with Pharmaceutical applications in mind. Ideal for Process Analytical Technology research. CIP, SIP 21 CFR Compliance, Validation with material certificates. Solid particulates suspended in gas stream. Automatic on-line continuous, or... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Measuring Range: 0.5000 to 1000
- Measurement Type: Size
- Technology: Diffraction / Laser Diffraction (LALLS)
from HORIBA Instruments, Inc.
The PR-PD2 Particle Detection System enables fine particle detection down to 0.35 μm and also boasts a multi-stage sorter plus has a full range of communication functions. High-throughput measurement is possible on all surfaces from basic reticle and mask to glass and pellicle. Enabled to... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Measuring Range: 0.0350 to 10
- Measurement Type: Size
- Technology: Diffraction / Laser Diffraction (LALLS); Polarized laser scattering method
from Malvern Instruments, Inc.
Malvern's Insitec S provides users with real-time, high-speed particle size characteriztion measurement of high concentration liquid droplets such as sprays and aerosols. [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Measuring Range: 0.5000 to 850
- Measurement Type: Size
- Technology: Diffraction / Laser Diffraction (LALLS)
from HORIBA Instruments, Inc.
The HORIBA MEXA-2000SPCS series measures the number of solid particles from engine exhaust gas in real-time. The series can complete engine/vehicle certification testing in the latest. regulations (Euro 5/6 and Euro VI), which requires complied dilution systems,. along with R &D testing of... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Sample Temperature: 662
- Measurement Type: Count
- Technology: Diffraction / Laser Diffraction (LALLS); Laser scattering condensation particle counting (CPC)
from Malvern Instruments, Inc.
The Insitec T particle size analyzer is designed to measure: Solid particulates suspended in gas process stream. Automatic on-line continuous, or at-line manual. Static installation. Real-time particle size analyzer based on laser diffraction 0.1 to 1000 µm. Designed for real-time control of... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas)
- Measuring Range: 0.5000 to 1000
- Measurement Type: Size
- Technology: Diffraction / Laser Diffraction (LALLS)
from Malvern Instruments, Inc.
On-line and at-line mobile particle size analyzer: Solid or liquid particulates suspended in a gas process stream. Automatic on-line continuous, or at-line manual. Mobile installation. Real-time particle size analyzer based on laser diffraction 0.1 to 1000 µm. Ideal for performing... [See More]
- Sample Type: Aerosol Droplets (Liquid in Gas); Emulsion
- Measuring Range: 0.5000 to 1000
- Measurement Type: Size
- Technology: Diffraction / Laser Diffraction (LALLS)