Introduction
Andersen Cascade Impactor bioaerosol collection with 400 perforations per section for separation. Equipped to capture airborne contaminants efficiently, ranging from above 7 µm down to 0.65 µm. Integrated with a robust sampling pump, ensuring stable functionality across different environments. Incorporated with distinct phase markings for effortless identification and handling. Andersen Cascade Impactor is essential for pharmaceutical industry, environmental monitoring and academic & laboratory studies.
Manufactured under strict quality control processes, complying with international laboratory equipment standards. Provides 1-year warranty for main components and lifetime technical support.
Applications
Andersen Cascade Impactor vital for detecting airborne microbial contamination in environmental research, ideal for academic institutions and laboratories analyzing bioaerosols, pathogens, and fine particles.
Specifications
| Sampling Flow Rate | 28.3 L/min |
| Impactor | 6 stage cascade |
| Nozzles Per Stage | 400 |
| Stage 1 Particle Size | greater than 7 µm |
| Stage 2 Particle Size | 4.7 to 7 µm |
| Stage 3 Particle Size | 3.3 to 4.7 µm |
| Stage 4 Particle Size | 2.1 to 3.3 µm |
| Stage 5 Particle Size | 1.1 to 2.1 µm |
| Stage 6 Particle Size | 0.65 to 1.1 µm |
Features
Efficient Extraction Flow Rate
Compatible with Agar Plates
Low Cross-Contamination Risk
Progressive Level Filtration
Portable and Lightweight
Standard Accessories
| Model No. | Accessory | Unit | Quantity |
| style="border-bottom:1.0pt solid windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right:1.0pt solid windowtext;border-top-style:none;padding:0cm 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:101.85pt;">Sampling Pump | Set | 1 | |
| style="border-bottom:1.0pt solid windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right:1.0pt solid windowtext;border-top-style:none;padding:0cm 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:101.85pt;">Six-Stage Cascade Impactor | Each | 6 | |
| style="border-bottom:1.0pt solid windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right:1.0pt solid windowtext;border-top-style:none;padding:0cm 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:101.85pt;">Culture Plates | Each | 6 | |
| style="border-bottom:1.0pt solid windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right:1.0pt solid windowtext;border-top-style:none;padding:0cm 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:101.85pt;">Tubing for Airflow Connection | Box | 1 | |
| style="border-bottom:1.0pt solid windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right:1.0pt solid windowtext;border-top-style:none;padding:0cm 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:101.85pt;">Calibration Adapter | Each | 1 | |
| style="border-bottom:1.0pt solid windowtext;border-left-style:none;border-right:1.0pt solid windowtext;border-top-style:none;padding:0cm 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:101.85pt;">Carrying Case | Each | 1 |
FAQs
1. What is an Andersen Cascade Impactor?
An Andersen Cascade Impactor is a bioaerosol and microbial particle sizing sampler designed to measure the distribution of particulate matter in air.
2. How does Andersen Cascade Impactor work?
It separates aerosol particles by size through a series of stages, where particles are collected on surfaces, enabling precise size distribution analysis.
3. Can Andersen Cascade Impactor be used for both solid and liquid aerosols?
It can be used for both solid and liquid aerosols.
4. What kind of maintenance does Andersen Cascade Impactor require?
Regular maintenance includes cleaning of the impactor stages, checking of flow rate, calibration and replacement of collection filters or plates.
5. Can Andersen Cascade Impactor be used for continuous monitoring?
It can be used in continuous monitoring setups such as environmental or air quality studies.
6. Is Andersen Cascade Impactor effective for inhaler testing?
It is widely used for testing pharmaceutical inhalers.
7. Is Andersen Cascade Impactor affected by particle shape?
Particle shape influences the capture of particles by Andersen Cascade Impactor.
8. How does Andersen Cascade Impactor compare to gravimetric methods?
Andersen Cascade Impactor provides more detailed size-segregated data whereas gravimetric methods measure the total mass of particles without offering information on size distribution.
9. Can Andersen Cascade Impactor be used for fine particle analysis in pharmaceutical aerosols?
It is commonly used to assess fine particles in pharmaceutical aerosols.
10. Can Andersen Cascade Impactor be used to analyze particulate matter from combustion sources?
It is suitable for analyzing particulate matter from combustion sources.
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