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AirLite Air Sampling Pump

Economical Sampling in Non-explosive Atmospheres

 

AirLite Air Sampling Pump 110-100

AirLite Emergency Response Kits

Lead in Air Sampling Kit



AirLite Operating Instructions (PDF)

Manual de Instrucciones Bomba de Muestreo AirLite (PDF)

Replacing the Stack Operating Instructions (PDF)

AirLite Spec. Sheet (PDF)

AirLite EMC Test Certificate for CE Mark (PDF)

  • Flow rate 1000 to 3000 ml/min
    • Accuracy: ± 5%
    • Low flow from 5 to 500 ml/min with low flow adapter kit

  • Small and lightweight
    • Fits in the palm of your hand
    • Weighs only 12 oz (340 gm)

  • Long run-times
    • Greater than 8-hour run-times under most conditions

  • Economical and time saving
    • Powered by disposable AA alkaline batteries
    • No down time for battery charging

  • Simple Operation
    • Just turn on, calibrate, and sample
    • No battery charging
    • Easy access battery compartment

  • Complete sample integrity
    • Compensates flow for changes in back pressure and temperature
    • Low battery shut-off when battery level too low to maintain compensated flow
    • LED indicates pump running, restricted flow (flow fault), and low battery
    • Rugged RFI/EMI-shielded case
    • User option auto restart flow fault
    • CE marked

  • Ideal for sampling asbestos and lead to meet NIOSH methods
    • Designed for sampling applications that do not require intrinsic safety

  • Ideal for emergency response
    • Ready for immediate use
    • No down time for battery charging
    • Easily stored without maintenance

 

Personal Sampling from 5 to 3000 ml/min

AirLite sample pump cat no 110-100 shown actual size
The AirLite® sample pump is economically designed for personal sampling of asbestos, lead, and other airborne contaminants in environments where intrinsic safety is not required. Powered by economical, disposable AA alkaline batteries, the AirLite provides run times greater than 8 hours in the 1000 to 3000 ml/min flow range with full back pressure compensation. A patented (U.S. Patent No. 6,741,056) flow control system, automatic features, and internal ambient temperature sensor ensure accurate air volumes and sample integrity. The bright LED indicates pump and battery status. AirLite is small and lightweight for easy attachment to a worker's belt where it won't interfere with worker activity.


 

Performance Profile
Compensated Flow Range

1000 to 3000 ml/min, ± 5%
(5 to 500 ml/min requires constant pressure controller (CPC) and adjustable low flow tube holder; see Low Flow Adapter Kit)

Flow Control
Patented (U.S. Patent No. 6,741,056) system holds constant flow to ± 5% of the set-point
Compensation Range for a Minimum of 8-hour Operation
1000 ml/min at 30 inches water back pressure
2000 ml/min at 20 inches water back pressure
3000 ml/min at 10 inches water back pressure
 Typical Back Pressure of Sampling Media (inches water)
Flow Rate (L/min) 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0
Filter/Pore Size (µm)          
25-mm MCE/0.8 6 9 12 15
25-mm MCE/0.45 14 22
37-mm MCE/0.8 2 3 4 5 6
37-mm PVC/5.0 1 1 2 2 2.5
Compare the information in this table to pump compensation range to determine appropriate applications.
Temperature Range
Operating: 32 to 113 F (0 to 45 C)
Charging: 32 to 113 F (0 to 45 C)
Storage: -4 to 113 F (-20 to 45 C)

Protect sample pump from weather when in use outdoors.
Compensated Temperature Range
41 to 122 F (5 to 50 C )
Power
Three standard AA alkaline batteries
Rechargeable AA size 1.2-volt NiMH batteries may be used, but will provide approximately half the run time stated for disposable batteries.
LED Functions

Slow flash = normal run
Fast flash = flow fault
Double flash = low battery, approximately one-hour run time remaining
Flash every eight seconds = pump shutdown due to exhausted batteries
Indication of pump shutdown due to exhausted batteries will override all other indicators.
Four flashes every six seconds = pump shutdown due to flow fault

Run time
(new batteries)

8.5 hours at 1 L/min, 25 inches water back pressure
10 hours at 2.5 L/min, 15 inches water back pressure

Dependent on batteries used. See tables below.
Case
Plastic, RFI/EMI-shielded, CE marked
Dimensions
4.6 x 3 x 1.75 in (11.7 x 7.6 x 4.4 cm) includes inlet and belt clip
Weight
(includes batteries)
12 oz (340 gm)
Caution
Do not operate AirLite in hazardous or explosive locations.
AirLite is designed for applications that do not require intrinsic safety.

 

About Low Flow Sampling

AirLite low flow sampling train with CPC in line

The AirLite Sample Pump becomes a fully versatile sampler when combined with the low flow adapter kit.

The kit's constant pressure controller (CPC) accessory expands the AirLite flow range capability to include the 5 to 500 ml/min range.

The Advantage

Economical Battery Operation
Alkaline batteries: The AirLite Sample Pump operates on three disposable AA alkaline batteries
The AirLite Sample Pump operates on three disposable AA alkaline batteries that can be purchased at your local grocery store. Run times depend on battery brand used. Available for immediate use — no need to maintain batteries or charge before sampling.

Pump Run Time in Hours with Alkaline Batteries
Following are typical run times achieved when using new disposable AA alkaline batteries. Data is sorted by type of sample media. All run times are listed in hours.

 

Mixed Cellulose (MCE) Filter, 0.8-µm pore size
Filter Diameter
37 mm
37 mm
37 mm
25 mm
25 mm
Flow Rate
1 L/min
2 L/min
2.5 L/min
1 L/min
2 L/min
Duracel Standard
23.5
14.5
13.5
18.5
10.5
Rayovac Maximum
20.0
16.5
14.0
16.5
11.0
Walmart EverActive
24.0
16.0
10.5
18.0
10.5
Eveready Alkaline
20.0
14.0
13.0
17.0
Not tested


Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Filter, 0.8-µm pore size
Filter Diameter
37 mm
37 mm
37 mm
25 mm
25 mm
Flow Rate
1 L/min
2 L/min
2.5 L/min
1 L/min
2 L/min
Duracel Standard
23.5
15.5
17.0
23.0
10.5
Rayovac Maximum
29.5
16.5
14.0
18.5
13.0
Walmart EverActive
24.5
20.5
15.5
20.5
11.5


Glass Fiber Filter
Filter Diameter
37 mm
37 mm
37 mm
37 mm
25 mm
25 mm
25 mm
25 mm
Flow Rate
1 L/min
2 L/min
2.5 L/min
3 L/min
1 L/min
2 L/min
2.5 L/min
3 L/min
Energizer
29.5
18.0
21.0
18.5
29.0
18.5
18.5
12.0
Rayovac Maximum
26.5
23.5
23.0
14.0
9.5
19.5
14.5
13.5
Walmart EverActive
33.5
24.5
17.5
19.0
26.0
20.0
14.5
14.0

Caution:
To prevent corrosion of battery terminals, remove batteries when AirLite will not be used for an extended time.
Note:
Increases in back pressure in sampling condition due to buildup on filter can decrease battery life.
Note:
For maximum run time, insert new batteries in pump before sampling.
Note:
If using rechargeable AA 1.2-volt NiMH batteries, run time will be approximately half that stated for disposable batteries.

 

Lead in Air Sampling Kit

Lead in Air Sampling Kit

For easy sampling of lead in air, order SKC Lead in Air Sampling Kit Cat. No. 224-4122. This kit contains an easy-to-use AirLite Sample Pump, 50 filter cassettes for collecting lead particles from the air, a filter cassette holder to secure the filter cassette during sampling, and a step-by-step guide for sampling lead in air. Samples must be sent to a qualified laboratory for analysis. See Ordering Information below.


Ordering Information      

Description
Cat. No.
AirLite Sample Pump* includes 3 AA alkaline batteries and screwdriver set
5-Pack Pump Kit
High Flow
includes 5 AirLite sample pumps, cassette holders, and screwdriver sets, in a Pelican case
5-Pack Pump Kit
High and Low Flow
includes 5 AirLite sample pumps, cassette holders, constant pressure controllers, single adjustable low flow holders, Type A tube covers, and screwdriver sets, in a Pelican case

AirLite Emergency Response Kits

Cat. No.
Anthrax/SARS Emergency Response Kit includes AirLite pump with alkaline batteries, filter cassette holder with tubing, and package of 50 three-piece filter cassettes preloaded with 37-mm, 0.3-µm PTFE (Teflon) filters
Lead in Air Sampling Kit includes AirLite Sample Pump with 3 AA alkaline batteries, 50 cassettes preloaded with 0.8-µm MCE filters, filter cassette holder, and literature packet
Pump Certificate
Cat. No.
Certificate of Compliance, optional, must be ordered when ordering pump
Accessories
Defender Primary Standard Calibrator, 5 to 500 ml/min, includes lead-acid battery, charger, Optimizer Collect Light software, and 1-meter serial cable. Software requires Windows XP (SP 2 or 3) or Windows Vista (32 bit version) and an RS-232 port or USB to RS-232 adapter. Defender Primary Standard Calibrator
Defender Primary Standard Calibrator, 50 to 5000 ml/min, Includes lead-acid battery, multi-plug charger (100-240 V), Optimizer Collect Light software, and 39-in (1-m) serial cable. Software requires Windows XP (SP 2 or 3) or Windows Vista (32 bit version) and an RS-232 port or USB to RS-232 adapter. Defender Primary Standard Calibrator
Replacement Defender Lead-acid battery pack
Defender Universal Charger, 100-240 V, with U.S., Euro, and Australia plugs
Defender Universal Charger, 100-240 V, with U.S. plug
Pump Pouch Cat. No.
Protective Nylon Pump Pouch, black with belt loop
Sampling Accessories and Tools Cat. No.
Filter Cassette Holder, accommodates two or three-part 25-mm or 37-mm cassettes with or without a cyclone, clips to a worker's collar Filter Cassette Holder,
Low Flow Adapter Kit (5 to 500 ml/min) includes constant pressure controller, single adjustable low flow holder, and Type A tube cover
SKC Universal Screwdriver Kit for use with sample pumps. Includes 3 interchangeable screwdriver heads. 224-11
Mini Tool Kit, for use with air sampling pumps and filter media. Includes scissors, pliers, file, 2 slotted screwdrivers, 2 Phillips screwdrivers, forceps, and charcoal pick. Mini Tool Kit  376-01-01 376-01-01
* Use in non-explosive environments only. Not UL Listed for intrinsic safety. For sample pumps with intrinsic safety features, see the SKC Personal Air Sampling Pumps page.

AirLite Operating Instructions (PDF)

Manual de Instrucciones Bomba de Muestreo AirLite ( PDF)

Replacing the Stack Operating Instructions (PDF)

Airlite Spec. Sheet (PDF)

AirLite EMC Test Certificate for CE Mark (PDF)


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