TSI Instruments 3936 User Manual

1-2 Model 3936 Scanning Mobility Particle Sizer
TM
(SMPS
TM
) Spectrometer
The SMPS™ spectrometer can be used in applications like these:
 Basic aerosol research
 Nanometer-particle research
 Atmospheric aerosol studies
 Pollution studies
 Smog chamber evaluations
 Aerosol dynamics
 Engine exhaust and combustion studies
 Materials synthesis
 Filter efficiency testing
 Nucleation/condensation studies
 Inhalation toxicology studies
 Characterizing sprays, powders, and other generated aerosols
 Detecting small changes in rapidly changing aerosol systems
 Mobile aerosol studies
How the System Operates
The Model 3936 SMPS™ spectrometer measures the size
distribution of particles using an electrical mobility detection
technique. The SMPS spectrometer uses a bipolar charger in the
Electrostatic Classifier to charge the particles to a known charge
distribution. The particles are then classified according to their
ability to traverse an electrical field, and counted with a Model
3782, 3785, or 3786 Water-based Condensation Particle Counter
(WCPC), 3772, 3775, 3776, 3010, 3022A, or 3025A Condensation
Particle Counter (CPC).
The entire system is automated. Data analysis is performed using a
computer system with customized software. The Aerosol Instrument
Manager
®
Software for SMPS™ spectrometer collects and stores
sample data. Data can be displayed in graphs and tables and can
be exported to other applications.
For a detailed theory of operation, refer to Appendix B
.

TSI Instruments 3936 Specifications

General

Brand	TSI Instruments
Model	3936
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English