PCE particulate matter measuring device / air quality measuring device PCE-RCM 11

Information about the Air Quality Meter The Air Quality Meter from PCE Instruments is a true all-rounder when it comes to evaluating indoor air quality. Quickly and precisely, the air quality meter determines several environmental parameters that are of crucial importance for health and well-being. The air quality meter enables the effective and uncomplicated measurement of volatile organic compounds (TVOC), particulate matter (PM2.5 / PM10), temperature, formaldehyde (HCHO) and relative humidity.

The display also features a date display with time indication. Indoor air polluted by volatile organic substances can lead to headaches, fatigue or irritation of the respiratory tract, among other things. According to a study, people in Europe spend about 90% of their available time indoors. Between 10 and 20 cubic meters of air are inhaled per person, which corresponds to an air mass of 12 to 24 kg, considerably more than the daily intake of food and liquid. Accordingly, air quality is a very important factor in terms of health and well-being. The quality of indoor air should therefore be checked regularly. This can be done particularly conveniently with the color rating scale of the air quality meter from PCE Instruments. The colored scale serves as an indicator which makes it easier for the user to orientate and classify the displayed measured values: As soon as a limit value is exceeded, this is indicated in color on the display.

In addition, the air quality measuring device can also emit an acoustic signal in the event of a potential hazard. This function is useful, for example, when measuring pollutants in the room air. The air quality measuring device from PCE Instruments enables, for example, the effective detection of fine dust pollution. It distinguishes between fine dust particles with a maximum diameter of up to 10 µm (PM10) and fine dust particles up to a diameter of 2.5 µm (PM2.5). In addition, the air quality measuring device precisely indicates the formaldehyde concentration in the room air. When measuring volatile organic compounds (TVOD), the fine dust meter has a measuring range of 0 to 9.99 mg/m³.

The manufacturer has also equipped the air quality meter with a large memory for 5000 measurement groups, so that the determined values can be retrieved later. In addition, the air quality meter provides reliable information on temperature (-20 degrees Celsius to +70 degrees Celsius) and humidity (0 to 100% RH). The measured values are updated on the display every second. Alternately, the easy-to-read display of the air quality meter shows the measured values. At the same time, the user also has the option of using the device completely autonomously for a period of time without connecting it to a power source. After five hours of continuous operation, the air quality meter must be recharged via the batteries. Within two hours, the device’s battery can be fully charged again. In order to also enable continuous measurement of environmental conditions, the manufacturer has equipped the air quality meter with a USB port. In this way, the user can connect the fine dust meter to a power source and thereby charge it or operate it via the mains.

If required, the air quality meter can also be set to an automatic sleep mode. The PM2.5; PM10 and CO2 sensors then require a warm-up time of approximately 5 seconds, while the TVOC sensor requires 40 seconds to provide accurate readings. A built-in noise sensor automatically turns on the air quality monitor when a noise activates the sensor in the instrument. This sensor can also be deactivated by the user if desired. Applications Air Quality Meter The PCE Instruments Air Quality Meter is both compact and flexible, making it ideal for monitoring indoor air quality in a variety of indoor environments, both professional and residential. Its multiple functions and the recording of several environmental parameters at the same time make it the ideal measuring instrument for production facilities, workplaces, schools or day care centers. It has been proven that improving the air quality and setting an optimal indoor climate can increase the performance and motivation of employees in the workplace. The air quality measuring device is also preferred in the private sector because of its easy handling and modern design.