SKC 500-100 UMEx 100 Passive Sampler for Formaldehyde User Manual
Operating instructions
Developed in collaboration with the National
Institute of Working Life in Umea, Sweden
and validated by OSHA, the SKC UME
x
100
Formaldehyde Passive Sampler collects formalde-
hyde in the 5 ppb to 5 ppm range.* The UME
x
100
Passive Sampler contains a tape treated with
2,4-dinitrophenylhydrazine (DNPH). Each sampler
incorporates a “blank/correction” section of tape in addition
to the sample section of tape. Analysis is by high-performance
liquid chromatography (HPLC) for identifi cation of formaldehyde
that may be present in the sample. Designed for single use, the SKC
UME
x
100 Passive Sampler is packaged in an aluminized pouch for
easy sample transport to a laboratory.
*
fi eld study information.
Application Notes
Because of the UME
x
100 Sampler’s relatively high sampling rate and sensitive
analysis, it can be used for 15-minute (STEL) sampling in the ppm range, personal
monitoring up to 12 hours, and 24-hour to 7-day monitoring of contaminants found
in indoor environments.
Operating Instructions
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Passive Sampler for Formaldehyde
Cat. No. 500-100