MCS-1-R Canister Sampler shown connected to a six-liter Stabilizer canister (sold separately).

MCS-1 portable canister Sampler shown connected to a six-liter AeroSphere canister (sold separately).

Applications for MCS Series sampling systems include field sampling ("fenceline" or "perimeter" sampling), using Stabilizer AeroSphere or other stainless steel sample canisters. MCS samplers also have application in hygiene and hazardous response sampling. They are easy to use and available as either a portable or rack mountable system. Briefly, here's how the samplers operate. The pump inlet of the MCS-1 draws ambient air samples from the environment. The MCS-1 then injects the air sample into a sampling canister at a constant flow rate, for a preset time. The systems controls the flow rate and the elapsed time of the air flow, thus enabling the air sampling operator to easily compute the volume of the integrated air sample. The final pressure of the air sample can also be controlled by the system.

Optional Modules and components

• Models are also available for simultaneous sampling with up to 6 or 12 canisters.
• Module for hazardous air sampling.
• Bag sampler module.
• Optional heated sampler systems for cold weather operation and condensation prevention.
• External calibration flow meter or external mass flow meter with LCD display.
• Replacement filter membranes: Item # MT60A; specify micron pore size: 1-2,5.

Features

• Available as portable, table top or rack-mountable systems. Versatile design enables use in a wide variety of sampling applications.
• 24 hour or 7-day programming. Stores up to 21 ON and 21 OFF events per day. Permits variable timed purge cycles.
• Constructed with high integrity stainless steel components, and built to minimize "dead volume."
• Precision mechanical flow control provides milliliter-by-milliliter adjustment of flow rates.
• Automatic or manual operation, enabling user flexibility.
• Elapsed time meter provides information about total sequential collection time.
• Table top or rack mounted systems come with a mass flow meter and LCD display, for easy flow calibration.
• Status lights for: AC power, DC power (portable system), pump on and sample on.
• Any moisture that becomes accumulated within the system can easily be drained.
• Unidirectional flow safeguards against backflow and loss of sample.
• Built with the highest quality materials and workmanship to insure continuing reliable operation.

The MCS-1 Portable system also features:

• Lightweight portability, weighing only about 20 pounds; ideal for field use.
• Housed in a rugged and attractive equipment case.
• Operates with 120 VAC and 12V DC power (both fuse protected). System use of 12 VDC provides electrical system safety. Comes with cigarette lighter adapter.
• Includes a Teflon prefilter with a choice of membrane pore sizes.
• Power cord provides "an additional outlet".

Technical Specifications

Portable Model MCS-1

• 120 VAC/60 Hz with 12 VDC adapter included.
• 2 weeks battery backup of timer programs.
• PFA Teflon with PTFE membrane inlet filter.
• 300 Series stainless steel metal components exposed to media.
• Viton valve seals, o-rings, and pump diaphragm.
• 40 psia maximum intended operating pressure.
• Flow control accuracy 0.3% of instantaneous flow rate, adjustable from 0 to 100% over 14 turns (with a 15 psi pressure drop).
• Optional mass flow meter with LCD display for flow calibration.
• 39 �F to 106�F (4�C to 41�C) operating temperature.
• 18.5" W x 7" H x 15.25" D and 20 lbs. (9 kg.)
• Molded polypropylene and copolymer case
• Industry standard 1/4" compression tube fittings
• System includes power cord, lighter adapter,inlet filter with 10 replacement membranes, 1/2"-9/16" wrench, filter housing wrench, canister connection.

Rack Mounted Model MCS-1-R

• 120 VAC/60 Hz
• 2 weeks battery backup of timer programs
• PFA Teflon with PTFE membrane inlet filter
• 300 Series stainless steel metal components exposed to media
• Viton valve seals, o-rings, and pump diaphragm
• 40 psia maximum intended operating pressure
• Flow control accuracy 0.3% of instantaneous flow rate. Adjustable from 0 to 100% over 14 turns (with a 15 psi pressure drop).
• Built-in mass flow meter with LCD display for flow calibration.
• 39 �F to 106�F (4�C to 41�C) operating temperature.
• 19" W x 7" H x 12" D and 21.5 lbs. (9.7 kgs.)
• Coated zinc-plated steel covers aluminum extrusions and die-cast bezel case.
• Industry standard 1/4" (optional 1/8") compression tube fittings
• System includes power cord, inlet filter (metal)

Operating Overview

Simply attach the inlet filter to the pump, connect the MCS series sampling system to a power supply, and know instantly, by the system's status indicating lights, that the system is ready to use.

Push the channel 1 override button and adjust the system back pressure with the metering bypass valve. By depressing the channel 2 override button, the desired flow rate can be set with the precision flow control regulator. The MCS-1-R's built-in mass flow meter LCD display shows the adjusted flow rate.

MCS sampling systems can be operated in automatic or manual modes. Manual operation enables quick sampling or convenient system purging. For fully automatic sampling or system purging, the MCS systems uses an easy-to-program timer that permits up to 294 on/off events, over a 7 day time span. While the sample is being taken the total elapsed sample time is being recorded. This features is particularly useful as confirmation that the system has not experienced any power failures. The many features of MCS series canister sampler's ensure the repeatable and reliable collection of high integrity air samples.

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