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Standard condensation particle counter 5412

GRIMM 5412
Standard condensation particle counter

Compact CPC for nanoparticle counting with optimized detection efficiency and response time, with integrated sample flow pump.  Different calibrations possible, e.g. for real-time monitoring of UFP in ambient air according to CEN draft standard prEN 16976:2023.


Functionality: Condensation particle counter

  • Precise nanoparticle counting: n-Butanol based CPC, D50 = 4.0 nm, Droplet size control, Single count mode (100,000 particles/cm3) and Photometric mode (up to 107 particles/cm3)
  • Sample flow rate controlled by critical orifice: Integrated sample pump, no external vacuum required
  • Saturator shutter
  • Continuous condensate drain with micro pump
  • Analog input for optional meteorological sensors
  •  Wide range power supply: 90 … 264 VAC, 47 … 63 Hz, 80 … 130 W
  • Suitable for various nanoparticle applications 
  •  Easy to use: Status control via LEDs, Display for real-time number concentration data, 5475 GRIMM nanoSoftware for CPC
  • Compact design: Allows easy integration in laboratory setups
  • Fundamental aerosol research
  • Environmental and climate studies
  • Nanotechnology process monitoring
  • Studies in atmospheric nucleation
  • Nanoparticle growth, coagulation and transport
  • Filter testing
  • Technical data
Detection principleCondensation Particle Counter
Working fluidn-butanol (n-butyl alcohol)
OutputParticle number concentration / cm³
Particle concentration rangeSingle count mode: Up to 100,000 particles/cm³Photometric mode: Up to 107 particles/cm³
ReproducibilitySingle count mode: > 95%Photometric mode: > 90%
Particle size range4.0 nm (D50 measured with tungsten oxide particles) to greater 3 µm
Response time t10 … t90< 3 s
Sample flow rate0.6 l/min (no external vacuum required)
Flow controlCritical orifice with stabilized temperature
Aerosol carrier gasAir and inert gases
Data recordingDirectly on PC with GRIMM 5475 nanoSoftwareOptionally on USB flash drive
ConnectivityUSB, USB flash drive, RS-232, analog input
Power requirements90 … 264 VAC, 47 … 63 HzWide range power supply, 80 … 130 W
Operating conditionsAmbient temperature: 10 … 40 °C (50 … 104 °F)Ambient humidity: 0 … 95% RH, non-condensingAbsolute pressure range: 500 … 1,100 mbar
Transport and storage0 … 50 °C (32 … 122 °F), RH < 95%
Dimensions (H x W x D)23 x 25 x 29 cm (9 x 9.8 x 11.4 in)
Weight8.9 kg (19.6 lbs)
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