Airborne Particle Counting Papers

Basic Guide to Particle Counters and Particle Monitoring (441.3 KB)

This overview of particle counting starts by discussing sources of particles and particle monitoring technologies available, and continues by discussing various particle counter... (Updated Nov 2007)

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Selecting Particle Counters for ISO 14644 Certification of Cleanrooms (388.0 KB)

When considering the purchase of a particle counter, the user typically considers factors such as price, quality, laser lifetime, warranty, and service. This paper discusses the performance-related factors of the particle counter which also must be considered if...

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Glossary of Common Terms used in Particle Counting (612.1 KB)

This paper covers definitions of the most common terms used in particle counting, including "Differential Counts," "Counting Efficiency," and "Normalized Counts." A clear understanding of these terms will help you better understand your particle counter data and...

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Selecting an Airborne Particle Counter (360.5 KB)

Understanding which features you need in a particle counter is a difficult task. This article will identify the various features available and help you choose those that are relevant to your application...

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Optical Particle Monitors, Counters, and Spectrometers: Performance Characterization, Comparison, and Use (5.7 MB)

Understand the difference technology and uses between a particle counter, particle monitor, and a particle spectrometer. Learn which is right for your application.

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Monitoring Particle Contamination in Minienvironments (252.1 KB)

Approximately 90% of minienvironment particles are generated by tools, often as a normal part of operation. Particle monitoring within a minienvironment requires several changes to monitoring in a cleanroom. The particle counter must adjust for the new environment. Learn more...

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Long Lasting Lasers for Particle Counters (238.6 KB)

Replacing lasers on particle counters can be a significant burden for maintenance costs. Particle Measuring Systems provides data proving the long life of the lasers used in some of our most popular particle counters. Download the pdf for all the graph files...

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A Simple Guide To How Airborne Particle Counters Work (244.8 KB)

Learn about the technology used in laser particle counters and how this affects your data...

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Improved Particle Counting Accuracy in Manifold Monitoring (238.0 KB)

Learn how to use a particle counter manifold system for your cleanroom monitoring...

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How Many Particles, How Much Sample Volume? (254.3 KB)

How many particles are needed to demonstrate statistical confidence for cleanroom control and how much sample volume is required from the particle counter to see them?

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USP 797 Particle Monitoring (603.8 KB)

Learn what type of particle counter and monitoring system you need to demonstrate USP 797 compliance.

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Wireless Particle Monitoring of Cleanrooms (1.0 MB)

Learn how to set up your particle counters for wireless monitoring.

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Particle Counter Counting Efficiency and Resolution (293.0 KB)

Understand your particle counter's counting efficiency and resolution and how this affects your data.

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Airnet® 510 XR Particle Counter Resilience to Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide (631.9 KB)

For cleanrooms that use VHP, it is imperative that your particle counter is resilient. Read this paper to understand how the Airnet particle counter can withstand cleaning with Hydrogen Peroxide.

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MiniNet® Particle Monitor for Minienvironments (501.6 KB)

Minienvironments need specialized particle counters to ensure that the valuable product contained within is kept free from contamination. Learn about about the MiniNet particle counter solution...

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Airnet® OPC Setup Guide (149.8 KB)

Learn how to set up your Airnet particle counter for OPC (OLE for Process Control).

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Particle Counters for 5.0 micron Airborne Particles (582.2 KB)

Learn what specs to look for in a particle counter if you are monitoring 5.0 micron particles.

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Particle Loss in Transport Tubing (205.5 KB)

Learn how to avoid particle loss in the tubing that leads to your particle counter.

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Summary for USP 797 Operating Docs - Complete Document provided with Handilaz Mini Purchase (64.6 KB)

This is a summary of the complete requirements document that is provided with purchase of a Handilaz Mini handheld Particle Counter.

Sampling High-Pressure Gases (587.0 KB)

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Installing the Mininet® processor (1.0 MB)

Installing the MiniNet particle counter into a minienvironment requires a knowledge of air and particle flow within a small area. Learn how to install your particle counter to optimize monitoring...

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VHP Frequently Asked Questions and its Effect on Particle Counters (28.2 KB)

Learn how Particle Measuring Systems' particle counters stand up to VHP...

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