The TE-5000 delivers reliable Total Suspended Particulate (TSP) sampling for ambient air monitoring using the proven high-volume method. This method provides a measurement of the mass concentration of total suspended particulate matter (TSP) in ambient air for determining compliance with the primary and secondary national ambient air quality standards for particulate matter as specified in 40 CFR Part 50, Appendix B.
Configured with no size-selective inlet, this sampler collects particles with aerodynamic diameters of approximately 100 µm or less at the EPA-specified 40-60 cubic feet per minute (ft³/min) flow rate held constant over the sampling period. The traditional brushed motor provides proven field reliability widely used across ambient monitoring networks, while the mechanical timer offers simple, dependable start and stop control for routine sampling operations.
Key Specifications
- Power: 110V, 60Hz single-phase
- Motor Type: Brush-style for proven field performance
- Timer: Mechanical 24-hour timer with manual start/stop
- Flow Rate: Maintains EPA-required 40-60 ft³/min sampling rate
- Housing: Anodized aluminum shelter for weather protection
- Sample Period: 24 hours (±60 minutes) for valid sample collection
System Compatibility
The TE-5000 serves as the base configuration in Tisch Environmental's complete hi-vol sampler family. Alternative configurations include:
- TE-5000BL: Brushless motor version (110V, mechanical timer)
- TE-5000X: 220V 50Hz international version (brush motor, mechanical timer)
- TE-5000D: Digital timer upgrade (brush motor, 110V)
All configurations use standard 8" × 10" glass fiber filters and maintain compatibility with Tisch Environmental's complete line of hi-vol replacement parts and calibration equipment.
Applications
Essential for EPA-compliant ambient air quality monitoring programs, the TE-5000 supports:
- Regulatory Monitoring: NAAQS compliance monitoring for lead (Pb) in TSP at 0.15 µg/m³
- Environmental Assessment: Baseline particulate matter characterization
- Research Applications: Academic and industrial hygiene studies
- Source Assessment: Upwind/downwind impact evaluation
The collected TSP samples provide mass concentration data expressed in micrograms per standard cubic meter (µg/std m³) and can be analyzed for metals, organics, and other constituents following established EPA analytical methods.
- Controller Type
- Manual
- Motor Type
- Brush
- Power Configuration
- 110volt, 60hz
- Sample Type
- TSP
- Timer Type
- Mechanical