Ambient Air Monitors
Particles Plus® Model 10000
Ambient Air Monitor
The Particles Plus® 10000 Ambient Air Quality Monitor is engineered for reliable, continuous measurement of ambient particulate matter in outdoor environments. Housed in a NEMA 4 weatherproof enclosure, this unit measures particle sizes from 0.3 to 25.0 μm, and can display up to six user-selectable size channels, ideal for regulatory, research, and public health applications. The 1.2 LPM flow rate is optimized for high-concentration environments providing improved accuracy, reduced coincidence loss, and extended instrument lifespan in comparison to higher-flow models.
The 10000 delivers reliable performance in applications ranging from roadside monitoring and urban air studies to industrial fence-line surveillance and environmental research. Its durable design withstands harsh weather conditions while maintaining high accuracy and sensitivity across a wide range of particle concentrations.
A touchscreen interface inside the enclosures allows for real-time data, feedback and setting adjustment. Optional CO2, TVOC, temperature and humidity sensors further support comprehensive air quality analysis. Data can be simultaneously commuticated and logged locally, exported as .CSV, or analyzed via the free Particles Plus® software. The system supports remote internet-based diagnostics and offers multiple communication protocols for seamless integration with environmental monitoring networks, smart city platforms, and government air quality systems. Whether deployed as a standalone or as part of a larger distributed sensor network, the 10000 delivers dependable, field-ready performance for long-term outdoor particulate monitoring.
| Airborne Pollution and Environmental Research |
| Perimeter or Fence-line Monitoring for Construction, Remediation or Hazardous Waste Sites |
| Mine and Quarry Fence-line Monitoring for dust control operations |
| City Wide or Community Air Pollution Monitoring |
| Roadside Emissions Monitoring |
| Medical Facilities Property Monitoring |
| Power Line Wild-Fire Monitoring |
| Environmental Disasters |
| Monitor for 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year |
| • Measures up to six particle size channels simultaneously |
| • Approximates mass concentration in μg/m³ with density and refractive index corrections |
| • User selectable PM sizes from 0.3 μm to 10 μm including TPM of up to 25.0 μm |
| • Long-life laser diode technology for reliable performance |
| • Inlet sample humidty and enclosure temperature regulation for precise particle sizing |
| • Stores up to 45,000 sample records, 1,000 locations, and 50 sampling recipes |
| • Resolve issues quickly from any location with internet-enabled remote diagnostics |
| • ULTRAGUARD® Fiberglass reinforced polyester NEMA 4 tamper-proof enclosure |
| • Optional pole or tripod mount options |
| • 2 Year Limited Warranty (Extended and Lifetime Warranties available) |
| Model | 10000 |
| Size Range | 0.3 to 25 μm |
| Size Channels | Factory calibrated at 0.3, 0.5, 1.0, 2.5, 5.0, 10.0 μm |
| Flow rates | 1.2 LPM ±3% |
| Concentration Limits | 15,000,000 particles/ft3 @ 10% coincidence (per ISO 21501-4), |
| 30,000,000 particles/ft3 @ 10% coincidence (as tested and validated1) | |
| Aerosol Concentration Range | 0.01 to 20,000 μg/m³ |
| Light Source | Long life laser diode |
| Resolution | 0.00003 μg/m3 |
| Zero Stability | No appreciable drift |
| Count Modes | Particles/second, Real-Time Meter, cumulative/diff. (count/m³ and count/ft³) and mass concentration (PM) |
| Log Interval | 1 second to 99 hours |
| Calibration | NIST traceable |
| Display | Enclosed 4.3″ (10.9 cm) WQVGA (480×272) color touch screen |
| Vacuum Source | Internal pump with automatic flow control |
| Filtered Exhaust | Internal HEPA filter |
| Number of Channels | 6 |
| Custom Size Channels | Calibration for custom size channels available |
| Communication Options | Ethernet, USB, RS485 or RS232 |
| Environmental Sensor | Temperature and relative humidity probe: -4º to 122ºF (-20º to 50ºC) ±1ºF (0.5ºC), 0 -100% ± 2%RH |
| Optional Sensors | NDIR CO2 (0-5000 ppm, resolution 1 ppm, accuracy ±1% FS, Response rate 20 seconds) TVOC PID, 0-50 ppm / min. detection level 5 ppb, accuracy ±1.5%, Response rate <3 seconds |
| Alarm | Alarms for all particle values, environmental sensors, flow and sensor failure |
| Calibration | Particle sensor recommended once per year |
| User Calibration | Field Calibration of Temperature, Humidity, CO2 and TVOC possible with included utility software |
| External Surface | ULTRAGUARD® Fiberglass reinforced polyester - compression molded SMC box and Cover |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 12.85 x 7.41 x 25.54 in (32.7 x 18.9 x 64.9 cm) includes barb fittings |
| Weight | 12.5 lbs. (5.66 kg) |
| Accessories | Quick start guide, operating manual on USB flash drive, mounting feet |
| Optional Accessories | Printed manual, data cable, pole mounting hardware kit |
| Data Storage | Internal 45,000 sample records (rotating buffer) including particle count data and environmental data |
| Power | 110 to 240 VAC 50/60 Hz universal in-line power supply |
| Operating Conditions | -4º to 122ºF (-20º to 50ºC) / 20% to 95% non-condensing |
| Warranty | 2 year Limited Warranty (Extended and Lifetime warranties available) |
