VersaTrap Spore Trap Cassette

Traps Smaller Mold Spores Using Higher Flows

 

• High collection efficiency from 5 to 30 L/min
• VersaTrap 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 — ASTM D7391-09
• 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 for sample integrity
  
  
• 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 spores and other particles ranging from 1.5 to 3.9 µm. Sampling is as easy as selecting the flow rate that will target the desired particle size (see table below), calibrating a 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. Targeted size particles are effectively held in a well-defined rectangular footprint. Each slide is encased in a SureSeal certified leak-free cassette to ensure sample integrity.

• Positioning notches and flat edge on slide
  Fast, easy alignment on microscope stage



• Uniform particle deposition
  Uniform rectangular deposition provide for accurate analysis using standard equipment.



• High collection efficiency at flows between 5 and 30 L/min
  Target specific size particles for true versatility. See table below for more information.
  
  
• 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

• Slides are easily removed from the cassette



• Positioning notches and flat edges provide for fast, easy alignment



• Well-defined rectangular footprint for accurate analysis using standard equipment



• Unique serial numbers for sample traceability

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 Spore Trap Cassette, 37 mm Limited shelf-life		10	225-9820
		50	225-9821
Accessories			Cat. No.
VersaTrap Wall Adapters, for sampling in wall cavities		5	225-9822
SureSeal Cassette Opener, stainless steel			225-13-5A
Sampling Wand, telescopes to 34 inches (0.9 meter) for ductwork and hard-to-reach locations, includes 6 feet (1.8 meters) of tubing			228-9521
Cassette Adapter, for use with QuickTake 15 and QuickTake 30 Sample Pumps. This adapter is also used as the calibration adapter.			P33100
Sampling Pump and Accessories
QuickTake 30 Sample Pump, Rotameter, and Charger includes one pump with battery pack, AC charger/adapter (110-240 V), cassette and tubing adapters, rotameter, and tubing QuickTake pumps contain Li-Ion batteries and are subject to special shipping regulations. Do not operate or charge in hazardous locations. Not UL Listed for intrinsic safety Not CE Marked			228-9530A