The simplest to use and most economical microbial air sampler of its kind
This has a host of features making it ideal for use in such applications
This has all the features of the tried and trusted MicroBio MB2 model, but with the added advantage of sampling at a rate of 180 litres per minute
This is an invaluable device for validating isolator cabinets, sealed compartments and rooms.
This ensure your MicroBio Air Sampler is performing perfectly and satisfies industry regulators and standards.
The MicroBio MB1 bioaerosol sampler is the simplest to use and most economical microbial air sampler of its kind. It has been fully validated and thousands of units have sold worldwide.
The MicroBio MB1 bioaerosol sampler is capable of using both a 90 mmPetri Dish (400 and 220 hole head versions) or 55 mm contact plates (only 220 hole head version). Using standard readily available consumables at low cost with a variety of media makes the MicroBio MB1 an economical instrument to use. The MicroBio MB1 bioaerosol sampler is an invaluable device for use in food and packaging quality assurance, indoor air quality and education.
MB1 – 220 Hole | MB1 – 400 Hole | |
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Sample head | 220 holes x 1mm Stainless steel | 400 holes x 0.7mm Anodised Aluminium |
Autoclavable | ✓ | ✓ |
Flow (L/min) | 100 | 100 |
Sampling Volume per Sample (litres) | 10 – 2,000 | 10 – 2,000 |
Autonomy (litres) | > 60,000 | > 60,000 |
User defined volumes | × | × |
d50 (um) | 1.7 | 1.35 |
Particle velocity (m/s) | 9.65 | 10.83 |
LCD display | × | × |
Microprocessor Control | ✓ | ✓ |
Start delay | 1 to 60 minutes | 1 to 60 minutes |
90mm Petri | ✓ | ✓ |
55 mm contact | ✓ | × |
Weight (kg) (inc. battery) | 0.763 | 0.705 |
Tripod mount | × | × |
Dimensions | 196 x 100 x 108 mm with attached sampling head | |
Battery | 4 x AA NiMH cells, 6V | |
Battery replacement | User replaceable for under £15 | |
Fast charger (minutes) | 100 | |
Charger | UK, Euro, USA, Australia and 12V in-car | |
Carry Case/Bag | ✓ | |
DTI VAM Validated | ✓ | |
Warranty | 2 years |
The MicroBio MB1 can be purchased with the option of one of two types of sampling heads. The MicroBio MB1 will be calibrated for use with the selected head. If swapping to another head type, the MicroBio MB1 must be re-calibrated.
This is the standard head sold with the MicroBio MB2 and MB1 air samplers. It is designed as a dual purpose head for both 55/60mm contact plates or up to 90mm Petri dishes. The d50 cut-off point of 1.7 um and has a jet velocity of 9.63 m/s. It is the ideal head for general purpose sampling in air quality and food production.
Available as a no-cost option, this head provides full coverage of 90mm Petri dishes with a d50 point of 1.35 um and air jet velocity of 10.7 m/s. These heads are ideal for use in areas needed higher sensitivity of collection.