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Revision 1.17 & higher C compiled TDA-100P Operating Firmware Detailed examples of the available serial output strings for the TDA-100P: Trace level setting versus data output content.

Passing Test

TLEVEL (trace level) effect on serial output with Passing result. Load time=8 seconds, Ext Load =12 seconds, Sample time =1 second

TLEVEL=0, RS-232 Output = |,20092,0.0321,101.7,30.5,0001,~,P

TLEVEL=1, RS-232 Output = |,20092,0.0330,101.7,30.6,0002,~,P

TLEVEL=2, RS-232 Output = 06/02/10,14:00Start test Testing |,20092,0.0335,101.7,30.5,0003,~,P

TLEVEL=3, RS-232 Output = 06/02/10,14:01Start test LSC=0.0045 (30838) at DAC=85 LSC=0.0046 (31067) at DAC=85 Testing Measurement begins LSC=0.0072 (48657) at DAC=85 ADC[58]=2.5000(16777215) LSC=0.0071 (48152) at DAC=85 ADC[58]=2.5000(16777215) LSC=0.0071 (47828) at DAC=85 ADC[58]=2.5000(16777215) LSC=0.0071 (48061) at DAC=85 ADC[58]=2.5000(16777215) LSC=0.0071 (48298) at DAC=85 ADC[58]=2.5000(16777215) LSC=0.0072 (48475) at DAC=85 ADC[58]=2.5000(16777215) LSC=0.0073 (49007) at DAC=85 ADC[58]=2.5000(16777215) LSC=0.0072 (48917) at DAC=85 ADC[58]=2.5000(16777215) LSC 0=31067, LSC 100=50617498, LSC Span=50582618, LSC Reading=48424 Resistance Tare=3218464, ResCon=7.49933E-06, RES Reading=16777215 Applied ZERO OFFSET of -200 ADC[5A]=0.6382(4282998) PEN=0.034709, FLOW=30.529024, RES=101.681617 Measurement complete |,20092,0.0347,101.7,30.5,0004,~,P

Failing Test

TLEVEL (trace level) effect on serial output with Failing result. Load time=8 seconds, Ext Load =12 seconds, Sample time =1 second

TLEVEL=0, RS-232 Output =,20092,0.0380,4.2,30.8,0008,~,F

TLEVEL=1, RS-232 Output = !FAIL,PEN,-0.0005,0.0016 |,20092,0.0389,4.3,30.9,0006,~,F

TLEVEL=2, RS-232 Output = 06/02/10,14:02Start test Testing !FAIL,PEN,-0.0005,0.0016 |,20092,0.0392,4.2,30.8,0007,~,F

TLEVEL=3, RS-232 Output = 06/02/10,14:04Start test LSC=0.0045 (30737) at DAC=85 LSC=0.0046 (31017) at DAC=85 Testing Measurement begins LSC=0.0077 (51885) at DAC=85 ADC[58]=0.3968(2662962) LSC=0.0077 (51914) at DAC=85 ADC[58]=0.4008(2689880) LSC=0.0077 (52116) at DAC=85 ADC[58]=0.3968(2663355) LSC=0.0077 (51926) at DAC=85 ADC[58]=0.3930(2637680) LSC=0.0076 (51534) at DAC=85 ADC[58]=0.3926(2635214) LSC=0.0077 (52010) at DAC=85 ADC[58]=0.3974(2667574) LSC=0.0077 (52038) at DAC=85 ADC[58]=0.3963(2660008) LSC=0.0077 (51919) at DAC=85 ADC[58]=0.3961(2658497) LSC 0=31017, LSC 100=50617498, LSC Span=50582618, LSC Reading=51917 Resistance Tare=3218464, ResCon=7.49933E-06, RES Reading=2659396 Applied ZERO OFFSET of -200 ADC[5A]=0.6450(4328900) PEN=0.041713, FLOW=30.856237, RES=4.192638 Measurement complete !FAIL,PEN,-0.0005,0.0016 |,20092,0.0417,4.2,30.9,0009,~,F

Introduction

To date, no recognized national metrological institute has successfully devised a method of calibrating a forward light scattering photometer. This is primarily due to the difficulty in generating a stable and repeatable aerosol that is capable of providing input at the lowest ranges of photometric detection.

Currently available calibrated aerosol sources are limited to between 8 and 100 milligrams per cubic meter, while photometers may display values as low as 0.0001 milligram per cubic meter.

Due to the instability of available aerosol generation methods, and the difficulty in quantifying low output levels, an alternate validation method is required.

The Media Stack test demonstrates the linearity and repeatability of the forward light scattering technology used to measure aerosol concentration in photometric based applications. This partially alleviates the need of performing multi-point verification throughout the range of response of the forward light scattering detectors in stationary and portable photometers employed in high efficiency filter certification.

Equipment

Calibrated aerosol Penetrometer model TDA-100P (Air Techniques International)

Penetration using forward light scattering photometer

Resistance using an electronic pressure transducer

Flow using an electronic mass flow meter

5 Glass Fiber Filters, Grade HE-1071 (I.W. Tremont Co., Inc.)

Methodology

Number each filter from 1 to 5 so that they are independently identified.

Adjust the TDA-100P flow rate to be at 16 liters per minute.

Test each filter with the TDA-100P to obtain its penetration value and record results.

Filter stack test:

Place filter 1 in the machine test fixture and test, record result.

Place filter 2 on top of filter 1, test and record result.

Place filter 3 on top of filters 1-2, test and record result.

Place filter 4 on top of filters 1-2-3, test and record result.

Place filter 5 on top of filters 1-2-3-4, test and record result.

Remove filter 5, test and record result.

Remove filter 4, test and record result.

Remove filter 3, test and record result.

Remove filter 2, test and record result.

Repeat the previous test two times to obtain repeatability data, testing the filters in the same order each time.

Calculated results:

Filter 1: [P]=[C]*P1

Filter 1-2: [P]=[C]*P2*P1

Filter 1-2-3: [P]=[C]*P3*P2*P1

Filter 1-2-3-4: [P]=[C]*P4*P3*P2*P1

Filter 1-2-3-4-5: [P]=[C]*P5*P4*P3*P2*P1

Results

3 Cycle Average (Set E data set sample)

Average

Median

Std Dev

Std Dev as % Avg Penetration

9.4929

9.4897

0.0531

0.5594

0.8782

0.8787

0.0063

0.7185

0.0871

0.0870

0.0008

0.8946

0.0088

0.0088

0.0001

1.4538

0.0009

0.0009

0.0001

6.2566

0.0088

0.0088

0.0001

1.5579

0.0871

0.0871

0.0005

0.5782

0.8918

0.8927

0.0048

0.5434

9.4595

9.4452

0.0550

0.5813

Conclusion

Linearity and repeatability is excellent across all ranges and scales. Standard deviation of the reported penetration, at lowest readings, exceeds published specifications by a factor of 4, showing a worst case variation of 0.00012%.

Corrections Factors for Filter Leakage Testing using an Aerosol photometer and Laskin nozzle generator.

In general usage, a Laskin nozzle type III-A generator requires no pressure adjustment to obtain valid results, provided the following conditions are met:

the aerosol photometer in use has internal reference settings for the chosen aerosol reagent allowing the upstream aerosol concentration to be quantified.

the 100% baseline is set by directly sampling the upstream challenge allowing operation of the photometer as a ratio measurement device.

When using PAO-4, and calculating the aerosol generating capacity of a Laskin III-A nozzle generator, an operating pressure of 23 psi should be maintained in place of the customary 20 psi used with DOP (DEHP).

The specific gravity and viscosity of different aerosol reagents require pressure adjustments to produce the same weight of aerosol per volume of air, mg/m3 or g/l, as PAO-4 or DOP.

Example: For purposes of calculating output, continuing to use the 20 PSI value associated with DOP while testing using PAO-4 will result in an overstatement of the aerosol concentration by approximately 8%.

Aerosol Correction Factors Aerosol Generators Nozzle pressure values discussed below are intended for use when liquids are substituted for aerosol production in place of PAO-4 or DOP and the aerosol output of a Type III-A Laskin nozzle generator must be calculated.

Example:

PAO-4 @ 23 psi nozzle pressure, mixed with a dilution airflow of 135 cfm, yields 100 mg/m3

DOP @ 20 psi nozzle pressure, mixed with a dilution airflow of 135 cfm, yields 100 mg/m3

13,500 X (# of nozzles in use) total filter airflow (CFM) = Aerosol concentration (mg/m3)

Aerosol Reagent

Chemical Abstracts Service #

Nozzle Pressure (PSI)

DOP/DEHP

117-81-7

20

PAO-4

68037-01-4 or 68649-12-7

23

DOS/DEHS

122-62-3

24.4

White mineral oil

8042-47-5

22

Polyethylene glycol

24322-68-3

26.6

Paraffin oil

8012-95-1

24.2

Corn oil

8001-30-7

23.4

It should also be noted that operation of the Laskin nozzle generator at different pressures will also change the volume of compressed air needed to maintain pressure. Portable air compressors will need to be sized accordingly.

Figure 1 Laskin III-A air consumption (volume vs. pressure)

Note: Adjustment of the Laskin nozzle pressure to accommodate the aerosol reagent in use is independent of theAerosol Photometer internal reference reagent setting discussed below.

Aerosol Photometers Photometer internal reference factors are multipliers used to adjust the reference setting required for a 100% reading. They are only necessary when using an aerosol reagent not calibrated as an internal reference setting during factory calibration. There are two examples that follow, one for analog and one for digital photometers.

Note:Both Analog and Digital photometers apply the internal reference factor to the 100% reference value used for DOP. An analog photometer with only one internal reference setting, adjusted for other than DOP, cannot use these values without interpolation.

Aerosol Reagent

Chemical Abstracts Service #

Factor

Refractive Index

Density (g/ml)

DOP/DEHP

117-81-7

1.00

1.485

0.980

PAO-4

68037-01-4 or 68649-12-7

0.73

1.456

0.819

DOS/DEHS

122-62-3

0.96

1.448

0.915

Ondina EL

8012-95-1

0.79

1.467

0.851

White mineral oil

8042-47-5

0.90

1.471

0.840

Polyethylene glycol

24322-68-3

1.11

1.465

1.128

Paraffin oil

8012-95-1

0.89

1.466

0.848

Corn oil

8001-30-7

0.88

1.464

0.918

Liquid consumption rates for Laskin III-A nozzles using PAO-4 and DOP: (Multiply consumption rate, listed below, by the number of nozzles in use)

28 ml/hour of PAO-4 liquid volume consumption per nozzle when operating @ 23 psi 23.4 ml/hour of DOP (DEHP) liquid volume consumption per nozzle when operating @ 20 psi

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Introduction

The two primary factors effecting throughput are the values used for the Load and Sample time variables. Open time can normally be set to zero and is not an issue in most applications. The required Load and Sample time are a function of sample flow rate, test fixture volume and the characteristicsof the filter media in use.

Test Cycle time is the sum of the following:

Load (or Ext Load) time

Load time allows for stabilization of the aerosol challenging the filter under test.Ext Load only occurs after exceeding an alarm bound or performing an Light Scattering Chamber (LSC) calibration.

Sample time

Active sample interval where the test results are evaluated against any enabled alarm bounds. Under most circumstances Sample Time is set to a value of 1 with stabilization occurring during either the Ext Load or Load time intervals.A notable exception to setting the Sample time to a value of 1 is when filter loading characteristics are to be observed and/or documented throughout the filter challenge as required by NIOSH 42CFR Part 84. Typically the sample time is set to a large interval or disabled entirely for thisprocess.

Open time

Time that the unit must remain in a non-test state before the next test cycle may be initiated. This is also the time during which an audible alarm will sound if any enabled alarm bounds are exceeded during testing.

Methodology

The most effective method for determining the correct test timing requirement is to perform the following steps.

Disable all active alarm parameters to prevent early termination of testing due to elevated test values.

Perform the initial Calibration with the appropriate adapters in place and at the operational test sample flow.

Using the SETUP parameters set Load Time to 1 second and the Sample Time to a value 20 seconds or Disabled.

The Open time can be any value.

Perform a test cycle on the desired type of filter media or cartridge and record the elapsed time interval necessary to reach a stable % Penetrationvalue. This is the time interval required for the LSC to recover from an exposure to 100% aerosol.

Using SETUP parameters set the Ext Load time interval noted in Step 5 minus 1.

Perform a second test on the desired type of filter media or cartridge and again note the elapsed time interval necessary to reach a stable % Penetrationvalue.

Using SETUP parameters set the Load time interval noted in Step 7 minus 1. Then set the Sample time to a value of 1.

Document the values entered for future reference and begin testing.

In most cases stabilization will occur at a cumulative test interval of 10 seconds. (Load + Sample + Open = 10). The required time for removal and placement of test media or cartridges would then be added to that value to determine the total test cycle time.

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Standards or procedures are available for in-place leakage testing of HEPA vacuums, also known as Negative Pressure Filtration Units (NPFU) or Portable High Efficiency Air Filtration equipment (PHEAF).

Several standards organizations are developing industry-wide test standards, though currently none are released.

A few procedures are available that may be adapted to vacuum cleaner testing in similar industries or applications.

Links for these are posted below:

Brookhaven National Laboratory BNL IH62350 (2001) HEPA Filter Vacuum Cleaner Testing

The Environmental Abatement Council of Ontario EACO HEPA IntegrityTesting Procedure

Air Techniques International NPFU Article NPFU Testing article

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End of Life Announcement

In November 2017, ATI announced that we discontinued production of equipment that either did not meet our environmental standards or had been superseded by other product lines, including:

Category

Product

Replaced by

Thermal Generators

5C, DOP2200

5D

Laskin Nozzle Generators

DOP SPG 300

4B

DOP SPG 150

4B Lite

DOP 600 C15

6D

Photometer

DOP 3500 Touch, SP200-B, 2HA, 2HAN

2i

With the exception of the 2HA, 2HAN, these products are no longer available to order. The 2HA, 2HAN, may be ordered for regions that do not require CE compliance, until September 1, 2018.

If you have any questions or for assistance selecting alternative products, please contact Customer Service in the US at 410.363.9696 in the UK at 44 (0) 146.267.6446, or your local ATI sales representative ( ATI Global Sales & Service Centers ).

Andrew WertDirector, Marketing

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The following chart is a guide to ATI product and service availability. Please call ATI for additional information.

Key:

Model: Model name of Product

Availability: Product is available for purchase

Calibration: Product is eligible for Calibration

Service:Product is eligible Servicing

Equivalent: Model name of of equivalent Product

YES

YES, IF POSSIBLE*

NO

*Dependent of part availability, service can not be guaranteed on legacy models.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirement for PAO-4 During Filter Leakage Testing

When the PAO-4 Safety Data Sheet was updated to align with the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS), PAO-4 became classified as an Aspiration Hazard under A.10 Aspiration Hazard in OSHAs Hazard Communication Standard updated March, 2012.

According the GHS classification requirements, PAO-4 is an Aspiration Category 1 Hazard for the following reasons:

PAO-4 is present at a concentration greater than or equal to 10%.

PAO-4 is a hydrocarbon that exhibits a kinematic viscosity less than 20.5 cSt (centistokes) at 40 C

For these reasons, the following health hazard pictogram must be shown:

The above regulation applies when a worker is handling PAO-4 directly in liquid form. This would include decanting or filling an aerosol generator for filter testing. Proper PPE must be worn to minimize worker exposure.

During filter testing, PAO-4 is nebulized and the resulting droplets diluted with air to produce a poly dispersed sub-micron oil mist or aerosol. This step dramatically reduces the concentration of PAO-4 that workers are exposed to during filter testing.

The two most common aerosol generators manufactured by Air Techniques are the Model TDA-4B Laskin nozzle generator and the Model TDA-5B/ATI 5C thermal generator.

For both generators, the greatest PAO-4 concentration is found at the point where aerosol is introduced to the filter system before being diluted by the filter air flow.

In the case of the Model TDA-4B, the maximum concentration is approximately 30.6 milligrams of PAO-4 per liter of air. For the Model TDA-5B/ATI 5C thermal generator(s), the maximum concentration is 2.3 grams of PAO-4 per liter of air. These levels are a total of 0.0031% and 0.23% respectively of the air/oil mixture.

Typical exposure for an end-user, upstream of the filter under test, does not exceed 100 micrograms of PAO-4 per liter of air and is typically between 10 and 20 micrograms of PAO-4 per liter of air. An end-user who is downstream of the filter under test will be exposed to a level of PAO-4 that is typically less than 0.1% of the upstream concentration except in extreme circumstances. This means that the likely maximum exposure downstream is 0.1 micrograms of PAO-4 per liter of air for brief intervals.

As described above, end-user exposure to PAO-4, even at the point where the PAO-4 concentration is highest, is still far below the 10% level stated by the GHS Aspiration Hazard classification.

Additionally, the threshold limit value (TLV) stated on the most current Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for PAO-4 is 5-mg/m3 (5-g/l). TLV is defined as the level a worker can be exposed to 8 hours a day for a working lifetime without adverse effect.

Based on these values a protective mask or other forms of PPE would not be necessary when using PAO-4 in aerosolized form during filter testing provided the levels remained below 5 mg/m3.

Introduction

When the ATI PAO-4 Safety Data Sheet, PN 1800101, was updated to align with the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS), it became classified as an Aspiration Hazard under A.10 Aspiration Hazard in OSHAs Hazard Communication Standard updated March, 2012.

Per the GHS classification requirements, ATI PAO-4 is an Aspiration Category 1 Hazard for the following reasons:

ATI PAO-4 is present at a concentration greater than or equal to 10% in liquid form.

ATI PAO-4 is a hydrocarbon that exhibits a kinematic viscosity less than 20.5 cSt (centistokes) at 40 C.

Background

The cited regulation applies when a worker is handling ATI PAO-4 directly in liquid form which includes adding it to an aerosol generator for filtration testing. Proper precautions must be taken to minimize worker exposure.

During filtration testing, ATI PAO-4 is diluted with air to produce a polydisperse sub-micron oil aerosol. This step dramatically reduces the concentration of ATI PAO-4 that workers are exposed to during filtration testing when inhalation is more likely.

The two most common aerosol generators manufactured by Air Techniques are either Laskin III-A nozzle based (TDA-4B) or thermal condensation (ATI 5C) generators.

For both types of generators, the maximum ATI PAO-4 concentration is found immediately at the aerosol exit point of the generator, before dilution by air entering the system under test.

In the case of Laskin III-A nozzle generators, the maximum concentration at full output capacity is 5.1 milligrams of ATI PAO-4 per liter of air.

For the Model ATI 5C thermal generator, the maximum output concentration is 2.6 grams of ATI PAO-4 per liter of air.

The typical exposure for an end-user, after dilution by system air flow upstream of the filter under test, should not exceed 100 micrograms of ATI PAO-4 per liter of air and is typically between 10 and 20 micrograms per liter of air.

A certifier downstream of the filter under test will be exposed to a level of ATI PAO-4 that is typically, at maximum, less than 0.1% of the upstream aerosol concentration. This means that the maximum likely exposure downstream is 0.1 micrograms per liter of air.

Conclusion

The ATI PAO-4 aerosol used in filtration testing is a mixture of ATI PAO-4 droplets suspended in air. Certifier exposure to ATI PAO-4 both upstream and downstream of the filter is significantly reduced to the point where the ATI PAO-4 concentration is far below 10% of the liquid/air mixture concentration requiring the Aspiration Category 1 Hazard listing.

Therefore, ATI PAO-4 is not an Aspiration Hazard for end-users in filtration testing applications and the health hazard pictogram need not apply for typical PAO-4 usage.

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CETA is a professional association with the majority of their membership involved with testing biological safety cabinets and ancillary equipment, including cleanrooms. CETA publishes a peer reviewed quarterly technical journal (Performance Review) which has articles on the latest developments in the filter certification field. The Performance Review also contains up to date tech bulletins from most of the manufacturers of equipment used in filter certification, including ATIs. They hold an annual technical meeting where papers are presented on various subjects in the filter certification field.For additional information contact [email protected].

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The Controlled Environment Testing Associations National Board of Testing (CNBT) is a certification program for professionals who certify sterile compounding facilities. The Registered Cleanroom Certification Professional-Sterile Compounding Facilities (RCCP-SCF) certification program will ensure that the certificate holder possesses the fundamental knowledge required to certify sterile compounding facilities per industry guidelines. For additional information contact [email protected].

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End of Life Announcement

Dear Valued Customer,

ATI has been investing heavily over the last several years to develop new products which will better serve your needs. It has come to our attention, that you may be using our 2HA and/or 2HAN analog photometer products. While these photometers have served the market very well, they are aging, and most of our customers have moved to digital photometers. For this reason, we are announcing that we will accept orders for the 2HA and 2HAN photometers until September 1st, 2018.

After that, we will remove it from our price list. We will continue to support installed 2HA and 2HAN photometers for as long as is possible. We have developed the industry-leading digital photometers, the ATI 2i and 2iN (for nuclear use), launched in May 2012. We encourage you to seriously consider using our latest ATI 2i or 2iN digital photometers.

Some advantages to our new ATI 2i and 2iN digital photometers are:

Updated digital electronics for reliability.

Utilization of our iProbe, providing full functionality away from the base unit, minimizing downtime and maximizing efforts in the field. All status and selection icons from the base unit are represented on the iProbe. With the press of a button, the sampling location can be remotely selected and switched by way of an electronically controlled valving system.

A 4.3 Liquid Crystal Display with an easy to use, menu driven interface. Aerosol measurements and pump sampling rates are prominently displayed for easy viewing.

Three unique report functions are now available with the 2i through the USB or optional thermal printer interface, Continuous Mode, Monitoring Mode, and Summary Mode.

In the 2iN version, a sealed sample train for safe operation at nuclear facilities.

You can find out more about our 2i photometers at www.atitest.com.

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End of Life Announcement

This letter serves as your formal notification that ATI is initiating the End of Life process for the 100P and 100S product families and provide clarity for the previously announced product obsolescence. The key milestones and affected part numbers are listed in this letter. The objective of providing this notice is to allow for appropriate planning and the opportunity for last time purchases, as well as to suggest alternative products. For more information on ATIs end-of-life policy products, please visit atitest.com

The standard warranty terms will be honored for all units shipped up to the Last Shipment Date. Orders placed between the Announcement Date and the Last Order Date are non-cancelable and non-refundable.

EOL Product Family

100P (Oil) and 100S (Salt)

Automated Filter Tester (Oil) is designed for test and quality control validation of filter media, cartridges and masks used in medical and industrial hygiene applications.

Suggested Alternatives

100Xp (Oil) and 100Xs (Salt)

ATIs next generation 100X Automated Filter Tester features:

100% Sampling Aerosol Detection System

Best-in-Class Pressure Measurement Delivers Accurate Results

Best-in-Class Aerosol Flow Rates (up to 120 L/min Salt; up to 180 L/min Oil)

Aerosol Detection to 99.9995%

Patented Aerosol Replenishment System Eliminates Production Down-time.

LCD Touchscreen

Automatic, Hybrid & Manual Configurations maintaining same footprint as legacy models

End of Life Milestones 100S, 100P

Milestone

Date

End of Life Announcement Date

June 17, 2018

Last Order Date

March 17, 2019

Last Shipment Date

May 17, 2019

Last Planned Service Date*

May 17, 2025

Special contracts in place and active prior to the Announcement Date with regard to product availability, warranty, or support terms will be honored according to the terms of that contract. ATI will make every effort to have the products available for purchase until the Last Order Date; however, there may be situations where material constraints cause the supply to be exhausted sooner. After the Last Planned Service Date, ATI will continue to offer annual calibration services and limited support, as long as commercially viable.

*The intent of these milestones is to assist our customers in better managing the end-of-life transition and to understand the role ATI plays in helping migrate to an alternative platform or technology. ATI will make every attempt to extend Service Life as long as it is commercially viable but acknowledge the reality that the 100P design is more than 10 years old and sourcing components cannot be guaranteed beyond the published Last Service Date.

If you have any questions or for assistance selecting alternative products, please contact Customer Service in the US at 410.363.9696 in the UK at 44 (0) 146.267.6446, or your local ATI sales representative ( ATI Global Sales & Service Centers ).

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Type III-A Laskin nozzle @ 20 psi using DOP (DEHP)

Number

Particle Size

Surface

Particle Size

Mass

Particle Size

Volume

Particle Size

median (nm)

240

419

531

531

mean (nm)

277

455

550

550

geo. mean (nm)

242

407

504

504

mode (nm)

233

461

594

594

geo. st. dev.

1.68

1.63

1.55

1.55

Thermal Condensation Aerosol Generator using PAO-4 (4 cSt polyalphaolefin)Operating at standard set up parameters of 408 C (765 F) 50 psig inert gas supply.

Number

Particle Size

Surface

Particle Size

Mass

Particle Size

Volume

Particle Size

median (nm)

204

275

309

309

mean (nm)

219

283

316

316

geo. mean (nm)

204

267

300

300

mode (nm)

202

300

334

334

geo. st. dev.

1.46

1.42

1.39

1.39

*The aerosol distribution listed above is characteristic of the ambient conditions and instrument settings at the time of testing. Particle size distributions generated during field usage will change depending upon the ambient temperature, humidity and instrument settings in use.

Following a memorandum issued from the White house this week, the Cleanroom Contamination Control Industry is preparing for an increase in focus on the biosafety and biosecurity infrastructure in the United States. The memorandum, issued by Lisa Monaco, Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism and Deputy National Security Advisor, and Dr. John Holdren, Assistant to the President for Science and Technology and Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy; aims to create a culture of transparency, accountability and control.

These studies encourage the continual review of inventories, lab safety procedures, and security best practices to help achieve a standard of responsible conduct across the United States biomedical research industry.

Given that these efforts are primarily targeted at the Biological Select Agents and Toxins (BSAT) as defined by the Federal Government, those agents and toxins posing the highest risk, the initial areas of demand will fall on the certifiers of both commercial and government organizations who have brought Bio-Safety certification services in-house.

That being said, as the agreed upon implementation actions and practices are administered, these best practices in containment, transfer, and handling of biological agents posing significant risk, will likely be applied downward to lower-level risk environments; with the potential to migrate into the private sector.

As a trusted partner of the Cleanroom Contamination Control industry, specifically in life sciences; Air Techniques International advocates these conversations and the direction they will continue to take in both the public and private sectors.

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Part Number

Description

Required Quantity

5500166

Filter, 0.01m element

1 ea

5500167

Filter, 0.3 m element

1 ea

5500168

Filter, dew point indicator

1 ea

5500169

Filter, ZFC element, 10 m

2 ea

5500170

Filter, 5 m element

2 ea

5500179

Reference Filter

1 ea

5500137

Coalescing Filter

1 ea

5500180

HEPA Filter

1 ea

5100540

Hose barb ftg, x 3/8 npt

2 ea.

5200192

Conductive Tubing, ID

5 ft

5200157

Black Tygon Tubing, ID

4 ft

6400103

Refill Pump Fuse

1 ea

6400101

Power Entry Module Fuses

1 ea

0200452

O-ring Kit

1 ea

0200460

Service Kit

1 ea

4800264

Ball-Point Hex Driver, 4mm Hex

1 ea

4800265

Ball-Point Hex Driver, 2.5mm Hex

1 ea

4800266

Ball-Point Hex Driver, 9/64 Hex

1 ea

7000121

Ionizer Spare Needles

2 ea

8100373

RAL 7035 touch up paint

1 ea

8100374

RAL 7030 touch up paint

1 ea

O-ring Kit includes:

Chuck Qty 1 4300212

Exhaust Stack Qty 1 4300139

Scattering Chamber Qty 1 4300003

Scattering Chamber Qty 1 4300002

Generator Lid Qty 1 4300217

Aerosol Tubing Qty 4 4300219

Scattering Chamber Qty 1 1200110

Colder Quick-connect Qty 5 4300176

Service Kit includes:

Filter, 0.01 m element Qty 1 5500166

Filter, 0.3 m element Qty 1 5500167

Filter, ZFC element, 10 m Qty 2 5500169

Filter, 5 m element Qty 2 5500170

Reference Filter Qty 1 5500179

Coalescing Filter Qty 1 5500137

HEPA Filter Qty 1 5500180

Conductive Tubing, ID Qty 5ft 5200192

Black Tygon Tubing, ID Qty 4ft 5200157

O-ring Kit Qty 1 0200452

Part Number

Description

Required

Quantity

4900132

Graduated Cylinder, 1000ml

1 ea

4100172

Spare Refill Bottle

1 ea

4800158

Spare Refill Bottle Cap

1 ea

5500164

Green Line Media, 6.0, Qty 50

1 ea

5500165

Gravimetric Media, 127mm, Qty 10

1 ea

8100375

Sodium Chloride, 500g

1 ea

4800263

Stylus with cushion tip and tether

1 ea

1200277

Chuck Gasket, 4.5OD X 1.0 ID

1 ea

4300212

Chuck O-ring

1 ea

9300225

Gravimetric Filter Holder

1 ea

4800267

Cleaning Brush

1 ea

4800265

Ball-Point Hex Driver, 2mm Hex

1 ea

5500174

Local Exhaust Pre Filter

1 ea

5500173

Local Exhaust HEPA Filter

1 ea

6700218

USB Cable, 6ft

1 ea

6700219

Non Terminated PLC Cable

1 ea

T100-0627

DOP, 3.8 Liter (1 Gallon)

1 ea.

T000-1075

PAO-4, 3.8 Liter (1 Gallon)

1 ea.

100X Part List

Standard

Automatic

Hybrid

#

Description

100Xs

100Xp

100Xs

100Xp

100Xs

100Xp

1

Replacement Refill Jug

4100172

2

Power Cord

120V: 6700001 or 240V: T2E0-0063

3

Canopy Exhaust Connection

1000665

4

Greenline Penetration Verification Media

5500175

5

Gravimetric Test Media (9300225)

5500176

N/A

5500176

Not Shown

Gravimetric Test Media (T100-0240)

N/A

T100-0804

T100-0804

6

Adapter Kit

0600490

7

Reagent Grade NaCl, 500g

8100375

N/A

8100375

N/A

8100375

N/A

8

1000mL Graduated Cylinder

4900132

N/A

4900132

N/A

4900132

N/A

9

Brush

4800267

N/A

4800267

N/A

4800267

N/A

10

Ball-End Hex Drivers

4mm: 4800264, 2.5mm: 4800265, 9/64": 4800266

11

Allen Wrench

3m: 4800275

12

Aerosol Lines

N/A

5200192

5200155

N/A

13

Pressure Lines

N/A

5200153, 5200152

N/A

14

Pressure Line Jumper Tubes

N/A

5200152 5200192

5100785 5100567

15

Aerosol Line Jumper Tubes

N/A

5200192 0600505 0600503

5200153 0600505 0600503

16

PLC Port Connection Cable

N/A

6700219

17

Auto Port Connection Cable

N/A

6700222

18

Gravimetric Filter Holder

9300225

N/A

9300225

19

Gravimetric Filter Holder

N/A

T100-0240

T100-0240

Not Shown

DOP Reagent

N/A

T100-0627

N/A

T100-0627

N/A

T100-0627

Not Shown

PAO Reagent

N/A

T100-1075

N/A

T100-1075

N/A

T100-1075

Not Shown

Material Safety Data Sheet

1800214

N/A

1800214

N/A

1800214

N/A

Not Shown

Material Safety Data Sheet

N/A

1800100 1800101

N/A

1800100, 1800101

N/A

1800100 1800101

IAFCA is a professional association. The majority of their membership is involved with the testing of biological safety cabinets. IAFCA sponsors a certification program through the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies. They hold an annual technical meeting where papers are presented on various subjects concerning biological safety cabinets.

For specific information on IAFCA call 888-679-1904 or [email protected].

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The 100Xs is designed to operate utilizing a 4% mixture of sodium chloride by weight in the main aerosol generator reservoir. A separate replenishment reservoir contains a 0.9% solution.

Main Aerosol Generator Solution:

To achieve a 4% solution by weight, 40 grams of reagent grade NaCl must be mixed with 1000 ml of distilled water.

Measure 40 0.001 grams of NaCl on a calibrated balance. Place the NaCl into 1000 ml of distilled water and mix until completely dissolved.

Replenishment Reservoir Solution:

To achieve a 0.9% solution by weight, 9 grams of reagent grade NaCl must be mixed with 1000 ml of distilled water.

Measure 9 0.001 grams of NaCl on a calibrated balance. Place the NaCl into 1000 ml of distilled water and mix until completely dissolved.

Unused solution for either the Main Aerosol Generator or the Replenishment Reservoir may be stored in a tightly sealed container for a maximum of one (1) week. Expired solution should be disposed of in an appropriate manner.

Type III-A Laskin nozzle @ 23 psi using PAO-4

Number

Particle Size

Surface

Particle Size

Mass

Particle Size

Volume

Particle Size

median (nm)

215

392

513

513

mean (nm)

252

434

536

536

geo. mean (nm)

218

383

487

487

mode (nm)

209

414

615

615

geo. st. dev.

1.72

1.67

1.59

1.59

Thermal Condensation Aerosol Generator using DOP (DEHP/Diethyl Hexyl Phthalate/Dioctyl Phthalate)Operating at standard set up parameters of 408 C (765 F) with a 50 psig inert gas supply

Number

Particle Size

Surface

Particle Size

Mass

Particle Size

Volume

Particle Size

median (nm)

242

283

303

303

mean (nm)

247

290

313

313

geo. mean (nm)

237

279

301

301

mode (nm)

259

300

311

311

geo. st. dev.

1.35

1.32

1.32

1.32

*The aerosol distribution listed above is characteristic of the operating conditions and settings present at the time of testing. Particle size distributions generated during field usage will change depending upon the ambient temperature, humidity and equipment settings in use.

Runtime information for the 4B and 4B Lite Laskin Nozzle Generators

6D Laskin Nozzle Generator Runtime Data

Overview of HEPA Filter Integrity Testing

Part Number 630-SP-34IN-12

General

This HEPA filter scanning port has been designed to facilitate the scanning of installed HEPA filters in difficult locations. It is used in conjunction with the L-Scanning Probe, p/n DOP315-L-1000 or its equivalent. The port is installed immediately downstream of the HEPA filter to be tested. The port is designed to seal securely in both positive and negative pressure applications.

Installation Instruction

It is assumed that the installation of the aerosol scanning port is to a standard duct of 1.5 mm thick sheet steel.

Tools Required:

Electric or powerful battery drill with #2 positive drive screw driver bits

1.5mm HSS drill bits

Centre punch

Tape measure

Hole saw - 25 to 30 mm

Tube of mastic with mastic dispenser gun

Positive drive screw driver

Vacuum cleaner

Marker pen

Angle grinder (optional for the removal of any excess screw length)

Procedure

1. Determine the location of the port.

The port will be:

In the center of the filter

25mm to 75mm from the filter face to be tested

Have clear access across the filter face at the location for scanning

2. Turn off the air handling unit and make it safe for working. Obtain permits as required.

Note: This installation procedure may be carried out live when the port is downstream of the filter to be tested and there are no other filters after the port.

3. Gain access to the port

4. Offer the port up to the selected location and mark the center of the port. Cut out a 25 to 30mm hole at the location. Take care that the piece cut out is removed from the duct.

5. Locate the sampling port over the hole and mark the four holes for the self-tap screws provided.

6. Drill 1.5mm pilot holes for the self-tap screws for each port.

7. Clean duct and flange of dirt and grease.

8. Apply mastic to each flange base and secure the flange in position using the provided screws. Wipe off excess mastic.

9. If necessary, remove any excess screw length on the inside of the duct with an angle grinder. This is to avoid injury from sharp objects.

10. IMPORTANT: Vacuum up all swarf/metal shavings to prevent later damage to the filters.

11. Fit the screw cap to close off the port.

12. Clean duct near the port for the SITE REF. label. Adhere site reference label to the duct.

This completes the installation.

Introduction

The Automatic configuration is designed to integrate with a customer-designed automated PLC-production line

Setting up for Automatic Mode

For general setup instructions see How do I Set-up and Operate my Standard model 100Xs/100Xp

Interface Ports

USB Port:

Port connection requirements are 9600, N, 8, 1 (9600 baud, Non-parity, 8 bits & 1 stop bit). Drivers can be downloaded from http://www.ftdichip.com/Drivers/D2XX.htm. The device name is FT232R. For the driver installation, follow the instructions for your operating system at http://www.ftdichip.com/Documents/InstallGuides.htm.

PLC Control Port:

A 7-pin circular connector. The mating connector is manufactured by Hirose Electric Co Ltd (Part Number RM12BPE7PH(71))

External Start starts an instantaneous test or a routine during startup Note: the electrical pulse applied to the External Start input must last at least 300ms

Ready indicates that the unit is ready to start a new test

Pass indicates a passed test

Fail indicates a failed test

Fault indicates a non-calibrated state for the system when coupled with the Cal Mode status indicator or a fault

Cal Mode indicates when a calibration routine is taking place

Auto Port:

A 4-pin circular connector. The mating connector is manufactured by Hirose Electric Co Ltd (Part Number RM12BPE-4S(71)).

Pen Cal is used by the PLC to request a Penetration Calibration routine Note: the electrical pulse applied to the Pen Cal input must last at least 300ms

Auto Select enables the automatic mode for the unit Note: to enable automatic mode, 24VDC must be connected between the Auto Select input and the ground at all times. The voltage must be applied prior to powering on the unit.

Connection Circuits: Status Line Example

Connection Circuits: Input Line Example

Accessories Power Port:

A 4-pin circular connector with bayonet lock. Provides 24VDC power supply for ATI-designed accessories such as the Local Exhaust Module.

Accessories Data Port:

An RJ-45 connector. Provides a communication interface for ATI-designed accessories.

Aerosol and Pressure Lines Connections

The Automatic model has two pressure ports and two aerosol ports located at the back of the unit.

PH1 connects to the upstream side of the filter under test

PL1 connects to the downstream side of the filter under test

SUPPLY 1 connects to the upstream side of the filter under test

RETURN 1 connects to the downstream side of the filter under test

Command Sequences

Warm-up Sequence:

During warm-up, all interaction between the operator and the unit takes place on the touch screen.

Setup Sequence:

During setup, interaction takes place via a Human-Machine Interface (HMI). Once a sample is loaded, the External Start signal must be applied to initiate each test, in the following order.

Gravimetric Test

LSC Sensitivity Test Note: the test fixture must not contain any filter or assembly during the LSC Sensitivity Test.

Pen Cal

Operation Sequence:

During operation, the PLC or Automated Production Line is responsible for loading and unloading the test fixture, ensuring the test fixture is properly closed, sending the External Start signal to initiate a test, and opening the test fixture and removing the filter afterward. Upon completion of the test, the machine will enable the Pass or Fail status line depending on the test outcome for the duration of the Open Time setting. Once the Ready status line is enabled, the machine is ready for the next test.

Pen Cal Sequence:

Called by sending a momentary voltage pulse to the Pen Cal input of the Auto Port.Note: the test fixture must remain empty during the Pen Cal operation.

How to Install and Use the L-Scanning Probe

Initializing Sensors

Waiting on Air

Check Level - Press Continue

Allow for Warmup.

Select an Operator and enter PIN.

Place test filter on chuck and press Start to begin Gravimetric Calibration.

*Close chuck by placing fingers in the actuators on the left and right of the 100X unit.

When calibration is finished, remove filter from chuck and weigh on a scale.

Enter in weight in Final Filter Mass category.

Press Accept to continue.

Press Begin to start LSC Calibration.

Close chuck.

When calibration is finished, press Accept to continue or Reject to restart calibration.

Press Begin to start Penetration Calibration.

When calibration is complete, press Accept.Main Menu will appear. 100X unit is calibrated and ready for filter testing.

Attached document is the most recent version of the 100X Product Configurator.

Long Term Product Support: Overview

There are a number of reasons a product may be discontinued. In many cases, as products mature they are replaced by richer technology. Other reasons for the discontinuation include changing industry standards, lack of demand from the market, significant changes in the product itself, or the technology has come to a point where it is no longer cost effective.

ATI recognizes the importance of establishing milestones to help its customers navigate through the life cycle of a product and the impacts this may have on their networks or infrastructure. These milestones include:

(1) Announcement Date: The date of the official notification letter announcing that the discontinuation process for a particular product has begun. After this date, all orders received are non-cancelable and non-refundable.

(2) Last Order Date: The last date on which the product can be ordered from ATI.

(3) Last Shipment Date: This is the latest date by which all final orders of the product will be shipped from the factory.

(4) Last Planned Service Date: Standard support and repair services are available for the product until this date. After the Last Planned Service Date, ATI will continue to offer annual calibration services and limited support, as long as commercially viable.

The intent of these milestones is to assist our customers in better managing the end-of-life transition and to understand the role ATI plays in helping migrate to an alternative platform or technology.This policy applies to product End-of-Life announcements made in all geographies on or after May 17, 2018 for all ATIs products. The policy does not apply to products that have already reached their Last Order Date and/or Last Shipment Date.

General Policy Guidelines

1. When making product discontinuation transitions, ATI will provide 9-12 months of notice whenever possible between the Announcement Date and the Last Shipment Date. These announcements will be posted on ATIs website at atitest.com. You are encouraged to visit this site regularly as it contains useful information on ATIs product discontinuation process.

2. Once the Last Shipment Date has been reached, ATI will continue to provide technical support, repair service, and replacement parts for the length of time equal to the warranty period of the product being discontinued (varies by product). During this time, any hardware failures covered by warranty will be repaired or replaced at ATIs discretion. Replacements will be made with identical product whenever possible; however, ATI reserves the right to replace with an alternative, functionally equivalent product. Extended service contracts cannot be purchased after the Last Shipment Date.

3. The diagram below illustrates our product lifecycle phases for ATIs products, as well as the standard guidelines for product End-of-Life milestones.

End-of-Life Planning Horizon

[email protected]

4. Policy for supporting Operating System Software and Firmware, and Application Software

a. Operating System Software and/or Firmware for discontinued products (products that are in the Passive or Limited lifecycle phase): Prior to the Last Shipment Date for the product, ATI shall provide maintenance releases, workarounds or patch releases. After the Last Shipment Date and up to the Last Planned Service Date, only critical bugs reported to ATIs Technical Support Team at [email protected] without available workarounds will be addressed either with a patch release or an upgrade to a newer release version. After the Last Service Date, no support will be available for the product.

b. Application Software, or Operating System Software and Firmware for active hardware: For the most current release of the software, ATI shall provide maintenance releases, workarounds or patch releases for validated bugs reported to ATIs Technical Support Team at for a period of two years from the initial release date or until a newer release is made available, whichever comes first. Critical bugs without available workarounds found in prior release versions will be addressed with either a patch or an upgrade to a newer release version.

Attached document is the most recent version of this MSDS.

Attached document is the most recent version of this MSDS.

Attached document is the most recent version of this manual.

ATI uses a Return Material Authorization (RMA) procedure to provide improved service and support to customers returning equipment for service and/or calibration.

Prior to shipping units please call ATI Customer Service for an RMA Number. At that time, ATI will request Purchase Order information, point of contact and other necessary details required to process the returned equipment as quickly as possible. When the equipment arrives, paperwork and any special requirements are already in place to improve turn-around and service quality.

ATIs current base pricing for standard repairs, service and parts may also be obtained in advance by calling ATI Customer Service. If written estimates are required before start of work, these should be requested along with the RMA number and noted on the Purchase Order. There is an additional one-hour labor charge for this service. It is ATIs standard operating procedure to call for customer approval of any unexpected repair charges incurred prior to proceeding.

When returning older analog photometers (Models TDA-2D or TDA-2E) for service and recalibration, the aerosol challenge liquid for the Internal Reference must be specified. The ATI Service Department can calibrate these older photometersto either DOP or PAO.

All of ATIs more recent photometers (Analog models TDA-2GA & ATI 2HA & Digital models TDA-2G, ATI 2H & ATI 2i) are calibrated using both DOP and PAO as standard practice.

Part Number 630-701

General

This injection port has been designed to facilitate the injection of aerosol into a ducted air system. It is normally used in conjunction with the ATI Positive Injection Pump and the ATI Thermal or Laskin Aerosol Generator. Sparge pipes may be used to improve the mixing of the injected aerosol. These ports may be installed upstream or downstream of the fan.

Installation Instructions

It is assumed that the installation of the aerosol injection port is to a standard duct of 1.5 mm thick sheet steel.

Tools Required:

Electric or powerful battery drill with positive drive screw driver bits

1.5mm and 3mm HSS drill bits

Centre punch

Tape measure

Hole saw - 40 to 50 mm

Tube of mastic with mastic dispenser gun

Positive drive screw driver

Vacuum cleaner

Marker pen

Angle grinder (optional for the removal of any excess screw length)

Procedure

Turn off the air handling unit and make it safe for working. Obtain permits as required.

Gain access to the duct.

Determine a suitable location for the injection port. Generally, it should be mounted as far from the filter as possible.

More than one port may be fitted. Position them equidistant from each other so that the distance from the duct to the first injection port is:

D= H/2N where:

D is the distance from the duct to the center of the first injection port.

H is the total height of the duct.

N is the number of injection ports in a straight line.

The distance between aerosol injection port center is then:

Dp=H/2N where:

Dp is the center distance between the ports.

Mark the locations for the centers of the aerosol injection ports.

NOTE: It is very important to locate the ports as far away from the filters as possible.

Cut out 40 to 50mm holes at each center location. Take care that the piece cut out is removed from the duct.

Locate the aerosol injection port over the hole and mark the four holes for the self-tap screws.

Drill 3mm holes for the self-tap screws for each port, using the 1.5mm drill piece to pilot the hole.

Apply mastic to each flange base in turn and secure the flange in position. Wipe off excess mastic.

If necessary, remove any excess screw length on the inside of the duct with an angle grinder. This is to avoid injury from sharp ojects

IMPORTANT: Vacuum up all swarf/metal shavings to prevent later damage to the filters.

Fit the screw cap to close off the injection port.

This completes the installation.

Order Status can be checked by contacting ATI Customer Service at 410-363-9696.

Calibration takes 7-10 business days from the date we receive your unit.

For more information visit the 5D Aerosol Generator product page or contact ATI Customer Service.