Features

The PILS is one of the simplest methods available to acquire samples for aerosol chemistry applications. It can be easily integrated with the analytical method of your choice. Ion chromatography systems and total organic analyzers are routinely used with the PILS. These analytical methods allow on-line analyses of aerosol chemistry for major water soluble ions and organic species.

Brechtel also offers a vial collection system to deliver liquid sample to vials if you don’t want to bring your aerosol chemistry lab to the field. The vial collection also lets you set your sample time resolution based on your research needs and not based on the speed of your analytical method.

• PM1 or PM2.5 bulk aerosol sampling
• Fully characterized and field tested
• Vial collection with multiple vial sizes using optional Auto-collector
• Rack mount tabs fits standard 19 inch racks
• Software to record PILS temperatures and control optional auto-collector

Benefits

• Low maintenance
• Easy to operate and install with compact size
• Continuous unattended long-term operation
• Multiple analytical techniques possible

Technical Specs

PILS Tech Specs

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Applications and Solutions

• Continuous monitoring of ambient aerosol composition
• Laboratory smog chamber studies
• Cloud condensation nucleus studies
• Visibility reduction studies
• Aerosol health impacts
• Long-term climate and air quality monitoring

What’s Included

The Model 4001 Particle-into-Liquid Sampler comes with the following:

• Droplet growth and collection chamber
• Steam generation system with automatic control
• Integrated sample liquid flow degasser
• Peristaltic pump for steam flow, wash flow, liquid sample flow and waste liquid handling
• Critical orifice air sample flow control
• Rack mountable instrument enclosure with fully integrated components Graphical User
• Interface software for Windows™
• Operating Manual

Software

The PILS software features a graphical user interface with point-and-click operation. A real-time display of the steam injector and steam heater temperatures is provided as well as control over data file storage to record instrument operation.

With the optional Auto-Collector, a GUI is provided with custom input fields to enter vial number, run number and to configure vial fill times and number of vials to fill. The current vial number, carousel position, and filling time is displayed to keep track of the sample collection process. With just a few clicks of the mouse you have immediate access to configure the sampling run to satisfy your needs!

Accessories

The following optional accessories are available:

Downloads

PILS Brochure

PILS Peer Reviewed Publications