AQS 1 Remediation Air Quality Monitor for PM, NO2 and VOCs
Are the gas detection levels suited for indoor measurement?
Yes. However, please note that noise is generated by the equipment when it is operating.
Is it easy to install and maintain?
Installation
The AQS can be used almost anywhere – on roofs and lamp posts, by a busy street or an offshore oil rig, in cold and hot climates, on or off-grid. The unit weighs about 12kg so installation is easy; you can get set up or re-locate in under 10 minutes.
Maintenance
This is a low maintenance air quality station and the skills required for operation is relatively low.
How do we calibrate an AQS?
Gas Calibration
There are three types of calibration of the gas module:
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Factory calibration pre-shipment is standard on all our instruments.
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Field calibration. Typically, only advanced users will need to field calibrate their AQS. All other users can depend upon 12 monthly factory calibration of the gas module.
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Factory calibration post-shipment.
Particulate Calibration
All Aeroqual PM engines need to be returned to the Met One Instruments factory in the U.S for service and calibration at the following recommended intervals:
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AQS Particle Monitor: 24 Months
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AQS Particle Profiler: 12 Months
Aeroqual can arrange for this service. Contact [email protected] for further details
What is the dimension and weight of an AQS monitor?
483 H x 330 W x 187 D mm (19 H x 13 W x 7.4 D inches) includes solar shield armour and mounting brackets and it weighs <13 kg (28.6 lbs).
Is the AQS a temperature-controlled enclosure?
No. However, the enclosure is a lockable IP65 rated, glass-reinforced plastic (GRP) cabinet with integrated aluminium solar shield armour.
What is the environmental operating range?
The AQS is designed to operate in environments from -10 °C to +45 °C (14 °F to 113 °F)
Can it be solar or battery powered?
Yes. To read more, see this technical note on How to remote/solar power the Dust Monitor.
Can we integrate a third-party weather station in the AQS?
Yes, a power and data interface for designated third party sensors is included.
Here is a list of the environmental sensors that integrate with the AQS system:
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Gill WindSonic (ultrasonic wind sensor)
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Vaisala WXT536 (weather transmitter)
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Met One MSO (weather transmitter)
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Cirrus MK427 Class 1 (noise sensor)
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Novalynx Pyranometer (solar radiation)
What communication options are there for access to the instrument?
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Standard: WIFI
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Ethernet (LAN)
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Optional: Cellular IP HSPA 3G modem
Are all the gas module calibrated to NIST standards?
Yes. The AQS is delivered with a NIST-traceable factory calibration.
Can the AQS measure BTEX?
No. For BTEX see our Real-Time BTEX / Benzene Monitor.
