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VersaTrap Sampling Cassette

Traps Smaller Mold Spores Using Higher Flows

VersaTrap Sampling Cassette 225-9820 VersaTrap Sampling Cassette 225-9820

 

  • 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)
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
VersaTrap 37 mm Spore Trap Cassette 225-9820
10
225-9820
50
225-9821
Accessories
Cat. No.
VersaTrap Wall Adapters, pk 5
225-9822
SureSeal Cassette Opener, stainless steel
SureSeal Cassette Opener 225-13-5A 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
Cassette Adapter, for use with QuickTake 30 Sample Pumps. This adapter is also used as the calibration adapter Cassette Adapter,
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
QuickTake 30 Sample Pump 228-9530A 228-9530A

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