Handheld Optical Particle Counters

Three or Five-channel Particle Concentration Measurement

Versatile 5-channel 3886 OPC shown with optional RH/temperature and air velocity probes		3887 Optical Particle Counter

Handheld Optical Particle Counters Spec. Sheet (PDF)

Operating Instructions Handheld Optical Particle Counter (PDF)

• Particle size channels monitored simultaneously
• Flexible 5-channel model (3886): 0.3, 0.5, 1.0, 3.0, and 5.0 µm
• Economical 3-channel model (3887): 0.3, 0.5, and 5.0 µm
  
  
• Simultaneous measurements of other parameters
• Add optional probes to 5-channel 3886 for relative humidity/temperature and air velocity
  
  
• Built-in flow sensor for highly accurate particle concentration measurements
• 0.1 cfm (2.83 L/min) flow rate ± 10%
  
  
• User-selectable sampling time and frequency
  
  
• Alkaline battery, rechargeable NiMH AA batteries, or AC operation
  
  
• Efficient internal data storage and logging
• 500 data points*— Model 3886
• 8000 data points* — Model 3887
  
  
• Compact and lightweight
• 5-channel model: 2.2 lbs (980 gm); 8.3 x 4.5 x 2.8 inches (21.1 x 11.4 x 7.1 cm)
• 3-channel model: 1.5 lbs (680 gm); 7.8 x 4.4 x 2.8 inches (19.2 x 11.2 x 7.1 cm)
  
  
• 5-Channel model (3886) can be used as a multi-point monitor with cascade connection
  
  
• Remote control and real-time monitoring with PC, cable, and software
• Cable and software included with economical 3-channel model (3887)
• Optional accessories available for 5-channel model (3886)

* Does not include address code function

Handheld 3886 and 3887 Optical Particle Counters (OPCs) simultaneously monitor particle size channels to provide particle concentration measurements displayed on a large four-line LCD. A built-in flow sensor enables highly accurate measurement of particle concentration for clothing and carpet fibers, mold spores, dust mites, asbestos fibers, skin cells, and other particles in the measuring range. Optional probes for relative humidity/temperature and air velocity may be added to the flexible 5-channel 3886 model for simultaneous monitoring of these important indoor air parameters. Compact and lightweight, these particle counters are easy to hold and the integral keypad simple to use. Battery operation allows monitoring in remote locations. Data can be downloaded to a PC.

Applications for Particle Counters
Particle Counter use has expanded from the semiconductor industry to monitoring critical environments in the pharmaceutical, food processing, and electronics industries. Following are general applications for particle counters.

• Cleanroom verification monitoring
• IAQ
• Checking HEPA filter system efficiency
• Containment verification during remediation projects
• Particle contamination source tracking
• Medical industry
• Aerospace
• Paint spray booths
• Filter testing

Particle Counters in IAQ Investigations
Particle Counters have come to play an important role in Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) investigations by helping to locate sources of particle contamination and by indicating areas where further sampling should be performed.

• The instrument reads in particles/ft³ or particles/m³ of air.
  
• The particle counter can be used like a Geiger counter to guide the user closer to the source of particulate contamination.
  
• If the particle count is high in the 2 to 10-micron range, mold contamination is often present.
  
• These particle counts are used in a manner similar to spore counts using spore traps.
  
• Particle counts are taken inside, outside, and in various zones and compared.

Description		Cat. No.
3886 Optical Particle Counter includes AC adapter (100-240 V), zero filter, tube, handle, 4 AA-size NiMH batteries, battery charger, calibration certificate, and operating manual		745-3886
3887 Optical Particle Counter includes AC adapter (100-240 V), zero filter, datalogging software, communication cable for PC, 4 AA-size NiMH batteries, battery charger, calibration certificate, and operating manual		745-3887
Accessories
Temperature/RH Probe, for Cat. No. 745-3886		745-0842
Air Velocity Probe, for Cat. No. 745-3886		745-0843
Extension Rod, for Cat. No. 745-3886		745-084301
Particle Counter Software, for Cat. No. 745-3886		745-388600
RS-232 Cable, for Cat. No. 745-3886		745-388608
Carry Case, for Cat. No. 745-3886		745-388602
Carry Case, for Cat. No. 745-3887		745-388702

Handheld Optical Particle Counters Spec. Sheet (PDF)

Operating Instructions Handheld Optical Particle Counter (PDF)