NGN-2a Nephelometer
Inside View of NGN-2
The Optec NGN-2a integrating nephelometer employs a unique open-air design that allows accurate measurement of the scattering coefficient (Bscat) of ambient air. With a direct, unobstructed path from the outside air to the optical measuring chamber, modification of the temperature, relative humidity, aerosols, and gases of the sampled ambient air are minimized. The NGN-2a features low power consumption, a rugged compact design, and easy installation and operation making it ideally suited for remote monitoring. The NGN-2a is an improved version of the NGN-2.
Wyoming Visibility Monitoring Network
Features Include:
- Continuous measurement of ambient Bscat using stable and long-life silicon photodiode light detector
- Direct and unobstructed path from outside air to the measurement chamber minimizes the modification to the temperature, relative humidity, aerosols, and gases of the sampled ambient air
- Modular design allows easy servicing and component replacement
- Operates in ambient conditions so that an inexpensive climate-controlled sheltering is not required. The small size with minimal support requirements allow for easy installation on towers or existing shelter walls
- 13.8 volts at 20 watts power requirement allows for remote solar power installation
- Internal computer monitors and controls operation, allows for flexible data-logger interface and diagnostics. Control and data logging program for Windows PC is supplied with free updates.
- Automatic clean air and span gas calibrations at user-selected intervals
- Three wire RS-232 at 9600 baud and two analog outputs available for data logging
- LED lamp for very long life of approximately 50,000 hours and reduced power consumption. Effective wavelength is at 530 nm with a 40 nm band width.; Other LEDs operating at different wavelengths (470, 505 and 626nm) are available.
