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UME^x 300 Passive Samplers

The UME^x 300 Passive Sampler accurately and reliably samples workplace exposure to Ammonia. Constructed of tough polypropylene, the UME^x 300 contains a sulphuric acid treated tape for reliable collection of ammonia. Samplers are provided in individual aluminiumised pouches that can be reused to transport the sampler to a laboratory after sampling. For convenience and quality control assurance against contamination, each sampler incorporates a "blank correction" section in addition to the active sampling section so there is no need to send extra samplers to the laboratory. Analysis is by ion chromatography (IC) with conductivity detection for the ammonium ion.

The shelf-life date is printed on a label on the outside of each pouch for easy inventory management. The UME^x 300 Sampler includes a clip for attachment to a worker's collar for personal sampling, or in an appropriate location for area sampling.

Chemistry similar to active methods OSHA ID-188 and NIOSH 6016
Accurate and reliable
Highly sensitive and specific analysis method
Economical, low cost, single use sampler
Easy to use - no pump or training required
Sample medium and blank correction in one sampler
No particulate interference
Small and unobtrusive
Simple-to-use "on/off" sliding cover
Validated concentration range from 0.1 to 100 ppm
No glass or chemical liquids in the sampler
Use for personal or area sampling

Applications for Ammonia

Ammonia is one of the most commonly produced industrial chemicals. Workers can be exposed in ammonia in the following industries:

Agricultural (fertilisers)
Janitorial services (cleaners)
Food and beverage (refrigeration and fermentation)
Remediation (removal of contaminates)
Fuel
Manufacturing of plastics, explosives, pesticides, textiles and dyes

Specifications

Sampling Rate		39.92 ml/min with a RSD (Relative Standard Deviation) of 11.4%
Validation Range		0.1 to 100 ppm
Lower Detection Limits		15 minutes: 2.4 ppm 8 hrs: 0.075 ppm 24 hrs: 0.025 ppm
Shelf-life		9 months from date of manufacture at <4°C (39.2°F)
Analysis		Solvent extraction and ion chromatography with conductivity detection for the ammonium ion or visible absorption spectrometry
Accuracy		± 23.4%
Storage		Before use: <4°C (39.2°F) After use: Analyze within 3 weeks. Store at ambient temperature or at <4°C (39.2°F)
Temperature Effects		No effect on sampling rate between 22 and 40°C
Humidity Effects		No effect from 20 to 80% relative humidity (RH)
Wind Effects		No effect from 5 to 100 cm/s
Interferences		None identified
Dimensions		8.6 x 2.8 x 0.89 cm (3.4 x 1.1 x 0.35 inches)
Weight		10.9 g (0.38 oz)

UME^x 300 Passive Samplers

Description	Pack Size	Part Number
UME^x 300 Passive Sampler for Ammonia. Designed for single use only. DO NOT reuse UME^x 300 samplers. Limited shelf-life; storage required at <4°C.	10	500-300
Treated Tape, for QC (quality control) purposes only	25	P20083