VersaTrapSampling Cassette

Traps Smaller Mold Spores Using Higher Flows

High collection efficiency from 5 to 30 L/min

Captures Aspergillus and Penicillium mold spores as small as 1.5 µm at 30 L/min

A standard collection method for mold spore count and genus identification
Easy analysis

Positioning notches and flat edges for easy alignment on microscope stage
Uniform, well-defined rectangular deposition

Optimized slide adhesive

Optically clear and tested for superior adherence

SureSeal certified leak-free cassettes
Unique serial number on each cassette for sample traceability

VersaTrap Product Data Bulletin (PDF)

VersaTrap Technical Note 1649: Performance of the VersaTrap Spore Trap Cassette (PDF)

VersaTrap Operating Instructions (PDF)

VersaTrap Cassette Analytical Laboratories Reference List

VersaTrap^® spore trap cassettes provide the sampling versatility you need to capture mold and bacterial spores and other particles ranging from 1.5 µm to 3.9 µm. Sampling is as simple as selecting the flow rate that will target the desired 50% cut-point, calibrating a sample pump to the flow rate, and collecting the sample..

VersaTrap Design

The narrow slit inlet focuses particles toward the clear glass slide coated with a fully optimized sticky substrate that effectively holds targeted size particles in a well-defined rectangular footprint. VersaTrap ensures sample integrity because each slide is encased in a SureSeal certified leak-free cassette.

The VersaTrap Advantage

Captures a wide range of spore sizes including Aspergillus and Penicillium
Higher flow with minimal particle bounce allows capture of spores in the 1.5 to 3.9 µm size range.

Uniform particle deposition
Uniform rectangular shaped deposition provides for accurate analysis using standard equipment.

Sharp collection efficiency at flows between 5 and 30 L/min
Target specific size particles for true versatility.
Unique serial numbering for sample traceability

VersaTrap Cassette mounted on Sampling Wand with QuickTake 30 Sample Pump

Sample Time:	1, 2, 5, or 10 minutes
Sampling Rate:	15 L/min optimum
Sample Pump:	QuickTake 30

VersaTrap Applications

Indoor Air Quality investigations

Cleanroom contaminant profiling

Infection control

HVAC evaluation

Allergy testing

Asbestos

Water intrusion

Fiber analysis

Wall cavities

VersaTrap Makes Analysis Easy

Slides are easily removed from the cassette

Positioning notches and flat edges make alignment fast and easy

Well-defined rectangular footprint for accurate analysis using standard equipment

Unique serial numbers for sample traceability

VersaTrap Performance High Flows + Low cut-points + No Particle Bounce = High Collection Efficiency
Flow Rate	50% Cut-point (µm)
Flow Rate	VersaTrap
30.0	1.5
25.0	1.7
20.0	1.9
15.0	2.3
10.0	2.8
5.0	3.9

For further information and a performance graph Download VersaTrap Technical Note 1649: Performance of the VersaTrap Spore Trap Cassette (PDF)

QuickTake® 30 Sample Pump— Ideal for Spore Traps

The SKC QuickTake 30 sample pump is especially easy to use with VersaTrap as it was designed for spore trap cassettes to mount directly onto the pump and supply the features and accessories most needed for bioaerosol screening. The highly versatile QuickTake 30 sample pump can also be used with wall samplers, standard filter cassettes, impactors, and remote media. A programmable timer allows unattended sampling.

For a listing of laboratories that analyze the VersaTrap Cassette see the: VersaTrap Cassette Analytical Laboratories Reference List

Ordering Information

Description	Qty.	Cat. No.
VersaTrap 37-mm Spore Trap Cassette Limited shelf-life	10	225-9820
	50	225-9821
Accessories		Cat. No.
VersaTrap Wall Adapters, pk 5		225-9822
SureSeal Cassette Opener, stainless steel		225-13-5A
Sampling Wand, telescopes to 34 in (0.9 M) for ductwork and hard-to-reach locations, includes 6 ft (1.8 m) of tubing		228-9521
Cassette Adapter, for use with QuickTake 30 Sample Pumps. This adapter is also used as the calibration adapter		P33100
Sampling Pump and Accessories	Cat. No.
QuickTake 30 Sample Pump with Rotameter includes battery pack, AC charger/adapter (110-240V), and cassette and tubing adapters QuickTake pumps contain Li-Ion batteries and are subject to special shipping regulations		228-9530A