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AS 3580.9.8:2022
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Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air, Method 9.8: Determination of suspended particulate matter – PM10 continuous direct mass method using a tapered element oscillating microbalance analyser
AS 3580.9.8: 2022 sets out a method for the continuous determination of suspended particulate matter in ambient air using a tapered element oscillating microbalance (TEOM). The method can provide a measure of mean particle concentration over periods from 10 min to 24 h
Table of contents
Header
About this publication
Preface
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Principle
5 Apparatus
5.1 Monitor
5.2 Analytical balance
5.3 Sample filter cartridges
5.4 PM10 size selective inlet
5.5 Reference flow meter
5.6 Reference thermometer
5.7 Reference barometer
5.8 Zero noise check particle filter
6 Sampling
6.1 General
6.2 Location
6.3 Installation
6.4 Sampling environment
6.5 Flow rate
7 Procedure
7.1 Instrument operation
7.2 Instrument calibration
7.2.1 Mass transducer calibration constant (K0) check
7.2.2 Instrument clock check
7.2.3 Leak check
7.2.4 Flow controller check
7.2.5 Ambient temperature sensor check and calibration
