Sensitive photoionization detector provides on-site detection of organic vapors

The portability of the Model 580B allows on-site detection of organic vapors, thereby eliminating the time, error, and cost associated with transporting samples back to the laboratory.

Product Details

Organic Vapor Meter Data Logger

Technology: Photoionization Detector





Applications

• Detection of Soil and Water Contaminants
• Leak Detection in Industrial Installations
• Locating Spills and Leaking Underground Storage Tanks
• Industrial Hygiene Monitoring
• Emergency Response


Designed with the User in Mind
User Friendly Operation

• Single handed grip with easy keypad accessibility
• Simplified 7 segment keypad
• LCD Output steps operator through program
• Maximum concentration signal hold facilities isolation of chemical leaks


Portable and Rugged

• Operated from internal batteries for 8 hours in the field
• Positive desplacement pump enables sample collection and remote detection of organics vapors
• Requires no support gases
• Case designed for protection against hard impacts, harsh weather conditions, and chemical interactions


Advanced Calibration Utilities

• Microprocessor based design offers simplified calibration routines
• Automatic recall of stored backup calibrations for in-field convenience
• Ability to store 4 calibrations in memory
• User settable calibration response factors
• Flexible Data Logging / Retrieval


Specifications

Technique	Photoionization Detection of most organic vapors and some inorganic gases are possible
Ranges	Digital Readout (LCD) - Auto Ranging 0-200 ppm (resolution to 0.1 ppm) 200-2000 ppm (resolution to 1.0 ppm)
Minimum Detectable Limit	0.1 ppm benzene in air matrix
Sensitivity	0.1 ppm benzene on 0-200 ppm scale
System Time Constant	2.0 seconds at 400 m/minute sample flow
Sampling Rate	Nominal Flow 400 ml/min
Sample Conditioning	Changeable ten micron filter on inlet
Power Requirements - Battery	Internally rechargeable (external charger provided with unit)
Power Requirements - Service Life	8 hours per internal battery charge, operates from charger indefinitely
Charger Requirements	115/220 VAC, 60/60 Hz; 4 watts maximum
Controls panel, Readout	Two line alphanumeric display with bargraph
Controls, Panel, Keypad	Seven Touch Pads: PWR, MODE, RESET, LIGHT, +, -, SPKR