Condensation nanoparticle size analyzer A12 nCNC

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Overview
The A12 nCNC is a Nano Condensation Nucleus Counter (PSM 2.0 + CPC system) designed to detect neutral and naturally charged particles from ~1 nm. It assigns 1–12 nm into size bins by scanning the PSM saturator flow and, when combined with an A-SMPS, provides continuous particle size distribution coverage from >1 nm to 1000 nm for new particle formation and aerosol research.

Key advantages

• No neutralizer required — direct measurement of neutral particles
• Live inverted size distribution in MultiLogger with automatic corrections
• Seamless extension with A-SMPS for extended sizing coverage

Features and benefits

• Sub-1 nm detection (equivalent activation diameter from 1.19 nm)
• No particle charging or neutralizer needed
• 8 default size bins (ACTRIS standard), up to 14 configurable
• Live inversion and real-time data via MultiLogger
• ACTRIS sub-10 nm whitelist compatibility
• Concentration range up to 1,000,000 #/cm³ (with A30 bCPC detector)
• Automated fill & drain system for working fluid handling

System description
The A12 nCNC couples a Particle Size Magnifier (PSM 2.0) using Diethylene Glycol (DEG) with a condensation particle counter (CPC) detector (A30 bCPC by default, ~20 nm cut-off). The PSM is scanned by varying saturator flow to assign size bins; the CPC provides particle counting. When paired with an A-SMPS, the system yields continuous size distributions from >1 nm to 1000 nm for advanced aerosol science and NPF studies.

Compliance & system components

• ACTRIS sub-10 nm whitelist compatible
• PSM 2.0 with Diethylene Glycol (DEG) working fluid
• A30 bCPC detector (~20 nm cut-off default) or A20 CPC option for very clean environments

Downloads
Datasheet available (product datasheet).

Technical specifications

• Measurement range: 1 – 12 nm (A12 nCNC); CPC detector standalone up to ~1000 nm
• 50% cut-off: selectable (example equivalent activation: 1.19 – 12 nm)
• Size bins: 8 default (ACTRIS), up to 14 configurable
• Concentration range: 0 – 1,000,000 #/cm³ (with A30 bCPC)
• Aerosol sample flow: 2.5 L/min (sample flow to CPC: 1 L/min)
• Response time: t95 < 2 s
• PSM working fluid: Diethylene Glycol (DEG, >99%)
• CPC working fluid: n-Butanol (>99%)
• Sample conditions: Pressure 90–105 kPa; RH 0–95% (if RH >40% dilute with dry air via AFC/CSI)
• Environmental conditions: Temperature 15–30°C; Pressure 90–105 kPa; RH 0–95%
• External vacuum: 100–350 mbar (NTP)
• External compressed air: 1.5–2.5 bar (NTP), particle/oil/water-free, dew point < 0°C
• Communication (PSM): RS-232, USB Type-B, Analog out (BNC, 0–10 V)
• Communication (CPC): RS-232, USB, Ethernet RJ45, Analog out, Pulse out
• Software: MultiLogger (real-time control, data logging, live inversion); AirmodusAnalyze for advanced analysis
• PSM 2.0 dimensions/weight: 290 × 450 × 465 mm (H × W × L), 17.0 kg
• A30 CPC dimensions/weight: 190 × 170 × 250 mm, 4.9 kg
• Total system: ~21.9 kg; max power ~380 W (PSM ~280 W + CPC ~100 W)
• Shipping conditions: Temperature 0–40°C; RH <95% non-condensing. Ship dry, upright.
• Notes: CPC detector (A30 bCPC or A20 CPC) default ~20 nm cut-off; n-Butanol only (PG variants not supported); Nafion dryer not recommended for sub-12 nm (diffusional losses).