FCPC 3650
Fast Condensation Particle Counter
High-Precision Nanoparticle Detection for Aerosol Research
Delivers ultra-fast, high-precision nanoparticle detection, making it ideal for dynamic aerosol research and real-time measurements.
The Fast Condensation Particle Counter Model 3650 (FCPC) by Kanomax FMT is a state-of-the-art instrument designed for rapid and precise nanoparticle measurement. Utilizing a thermally diffusive, laminar-flow mechanism, the FCPC excels in detecting particles as small as 1.9 nanometers with exceptional speed and accuracy.
Key Features:
- Ultra-Fast Response Time: Achieves a 50% response time of approximately 80 milliseconds, with a 10–90% response time of about 35 milliseconds, making it ideal for capturing dynamic aerosol variations.
- High Detection Efficiency: Offers a 50% detection efficiency for particles as small as 1.9 nm, ensuring reliable performance in various applications.
- Robust Design: Features a unique parallel-plate wick design that shortens the aerosol flow path, enhancing response time and reducing diffusion losses. The active working fluid transport system minimizes flooding risks, increasing reliability.
- Compact and Efficient: With a sample flow rate of 300 cubic centimeters per minute and a compact form factor, the FCPC is both efficient and space-saving.
Applications:
- Dynamic Aerosol Studies
- Combustion and nucleation research, where rapid response and precise nanoparticle detection are critical.
Experience unparalleled speed and accuracy in nanoparticle measurement with the Fast Condensation Particle Counter Model 3650 from Kanomax FMT.
Advantages:
- Fastest response time of any commercially available condensation particle counter. 50% response time ~ 80 ms,10-90% response time ~ 35 ms, time constant (τ) ~ 20 ms
- 50% detection efficiency at 1.9nm.
- Relatively high 300 ccm sample flowrate.
- Reliable active working fluid transport system avoids flooding-related failures.
- Vapor diffusive, laminar flow operation provides a stable detection efficiency
35 ms 10 – 90% response time
Flooding resistant
1.9nm D50
Great for dynamic aerosol studies such as combustion and nucleation
How it works
Step 1: Air Sample Enters the Device
A stream of air containing tiny particles (aerosol) is drawn into the FastCPC. These particles may be so small (nanometer-sized) that they can’t be seen or measured by light-based methods.
Step 2: Vapor is Added
Inside the device, the air passes through a region where n-Butyl alcohol vapor is added. This alcohol is the “working fluid.”
Step 3: Particles Grow by Condensation
The mixture moves into a cooler region where the vapor condenses onto the tiny particles. Think of it like fog forming on dust particles—this causes the particles to grow much larger, by thousands of times.
Step 4: Counting the Enlarged Particles
Now that the particles are large enough, they can be detected and counted using an optical sensor (light scattering).