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PORTABLE ATOMIZER AEROSOL GENERATOR MODEL 3079A OPERATION AND SERVICE MANUAL P/N 6007492, REVISION A JANUARY 2014...
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Safety Introduction PORTABLE ATOMIZER AEROSOL GENERATOR Product Description MODEL 3079A Operation and Maintenance OPERATION AND SERVICE MANUAL Troubleshooting Applications Specifications Appendix...
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If any malfunction is discovered, please contact your nearest sales office or representative, or call TSI at 1-800-874-2811 (USA) or 651-490-2811 or TSI Instruments Ltd. +44 1494 459 200.
Testing HEPA/ULPA Filters ......................5-1 Calculation of the Particle Concentration in the Produced Test Aerosol ........5-2 Calculation for the Adjustment of Model 3079A Aerosol Volume Flow Rate ......... 5-3 PSL Aerosols ..........................5-3 Generation of Tracer Particles ....................... 5-4 Generation of Salt Aerosols ......................
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Safety The atomizer aerosol generator Model 3079A is an instrument for producing test aerosols with known properties (according to guideline VDI 3491) e. g., for filter testing and for validation of cleanrooms. Appropriate aerosol substances are fluids, preferably DEHS and Emery 3004 (PAO) (size of the generated particles mainly in the range of 0.1 to 0.3 µm).
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The Model 3079A can also produce Latex or salt aerosols. In this case, a diffusion dryer Model 3062 is recommended to be used downstream of the aerosol generator in order to remove remaining water...
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2 Product Description The Model 3079A Portable Atomizer Aerosol Generator is built for mobile use and has a very compact and rugged design. It can be operated with a minimum of other utilities, i.e., no compressed air supply is required.
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A pressure relief valve is integrated in the head of the atomizer to protect the glass vessel against excess pressure if the outlet is blocked. Compressor HEPA Filter Atomizer Valve Flowmeter with adjustable needle valve Silencer Atomizer vessel with suspension Figure 2: Schematic of the Model 3079A, Aerosol Flow Rate Adjustable Model 3079A...
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Product Description The newly developed atomizer is the key part of the Model 3079A (registered design GS 9408604.4). It is made of high-quality stainless steel and works as a two-stream nozzle, based on the injection principle. The unique feature is that the outlet points towards the wall of the glass vessel which works as the baffle plate.
Adjusting the Particle Production Rate by Regulation of the Volumetric Flow Rate The particle production rate of the Model 3079A is adjustable. This adjustment can be done with the integrated needle valve and will be shown on the flow meter.
3 Operation and Maintenance Packing/Unpacking Use the information in this chapter to unpack and set up the Model 3079A Portable Atomizer Aerosol Generator. The packing list below shows the components shipped with the Model 3079A. Description Model/Part Number Atomizer Aerosol Generator...
Chapter 3 Transport The Model 3079A can be transported using the attached handle. The design of the casing ensures safe carrying of the device. C a u t i o n Be careful when transporting the Model 3079A with filled liquid vessel. Liquid may run out via the aerosol outlet if the instrument is tilted too much.
4 Troubleshooting Error Message/Symptom Problem Recommendation No aerosol No aerosol substance Check level of aerosol substance in atomizer vessel Pump does not work No power supply Exchange of fine fuses Defect in the pump or power Service supply unit Flow rate by far lower than Incorrect position of the Check correct position of 300 L/h...
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5 Applications Testing HEPA/ULPA Filters A very important application for the Model 3079A is the testing of high efficiency filters, and the verification of cleanrooms and laminar flow boxes. The produced aerosol was analyzed by extensive measurements by means of a Scanning Mobility Particle Sizer™...
If other settings are requested, the formula shown below can be used to calculate the total concentration in the test aerosol. By entering the flow rate of the Model 3079A Aerosol Generator and the total flow rate, the generated concentration in the test aerosol can be easily calculated as follows: V ...
Figure 6: Measurement Results of a 2,02 µm PSL Aerosol Production of PSL aerosols with the Model 3079A is possible up to particle sizes of 3 µm. Due to the excellent separation characteristics of the integrated baffle it is possible to prevent the formation of agglomerates.
Generation of Tracer Particles The continuous and stable generation of particles is important when using optical methods for measuring flow velocities and distributions. The Model 3079A meets these requirements and makes it also suitable for tracer particle generation. Generation of Salt Aerosols The Model 3079A Atomizer Aerosol Generator is also suitable for salt aerosol production.
Chapter 6 Accessories Atomizer glass vessel Model 3062 Diffusion Dryer, direct connection to Model 3079A Aerosol Generator possible for generation of salt or PSL-aerosols Quick-release tube connectors, straight or 90° (with mounting tool) Model 3332 Dilution System for a defined aerosol dilution, suitable to verify...
In this chapter recommendations are given on how to efficiently combine various TSI instruments to one test unit. Especially the aerosol generators Model 3079 and Model 3079A, the Model 3332 dilution system the isokinetic sampling probe SYS 529 and the particle counter have been successfully combined in the past for testing laminar flow boxes, safety work benches, and smaller cleanrooms.
Particle Counter (Figure 8) 1. Connect the Model 3079A Atomizer Aerosol Generator to the test aerosol inlet or put the outlet of the aerosol generator at the inlet of the to be tested unit, set up the particle counter to the dilution system DIL, connect the point of aerosol sampling with the dilution system inlet, adjust the dilution system while the particle counter is operating.
If the particle number concentration of the surrounding air is to be considered, other formulas for the two types of laminar flow boxes must be used [formula (2) and (3)]. Model I: room total room test total total Model 3079A...
If the surrounding air is considered, the produced test aerosol concentration is calculated as 126 Particles/cm (3.610 Particles/cf); whereas, without it, the concentration is 125 Particles/cm This example shows that it is acceptable to neglect the particle number concentration in the surrounding air and apply formula (1). Model 3079A...
Used Symbols and Indices Symbol Description Particle number concentration Dilution factor Volumetric flow rate Aerosol flow rate (aerosol generator) Aerosol generator Laminar flow box room Surrounding air test Test aerosol total Total volumetric flow rate clean Clean air Model 3079A...
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EN ISO 14 644, Probe WP=80 mm; DP=15 mm; air velocity 0,45 m/s) H 14 0.01 U 15 U 16 U 17 0.001 1000 Particle Concentration in the Test Aerosol, 10 Particle/m Figure 10: Scanning Velocity for Rectangular Sampling Probe Model 3079A...
(ISO 3016) Boiling point 525 K (252 °C) (DIN 51751) Vapor pressure (293 K) <1 Pa Flash point >473 K (>200 °C) (ISO 2592) Refractive index Wavelength, nm 1.450 1.452 1.4535 1.4545 1.4585 Vapor Pressure of DEHS vs. Temperature Model 3079A...
474 K (201°C) Refractive index 1.455 Life Time of Aerosol Droplet diameter, Life Time of µm Water DEHS 2 µs 84 min 73 µs 1 ms 57 h 7 ms 16 d 10.0 80 ms 160 d Values for 20°C. Model 3079A...
9.03 0.05 The Model 3079A can cover a wide particle production range. From the above table it can be seen that the maximum concentration is up to 300 times the minimum concentration. For calculations regarding the verification of laminar flow boxes a filter outlet velocity of 0.4 m/s and a particle concentration of 1.210...
Waste electrical and electronic equipment can be returned to the manufacturer only with an attached completed declaration of decontamination. TSI does not cover shipping costs. Model 3079A 7-11...
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