Operational Safety Features
The AutoPore V comes with multiple safety features:
- Mercury Drip Trays
Safe collection of mercury for disposal in the case of compromised penetrometer seals or operator error resulting in broken penetrometers
- Mercury Temperature Sensor
Automatic measurement of mercury temperature allows automatic calculation of mercury density used for penetrometer calibrations. The ability to set a temperature limit in manual mode allows the display of a warning message if the temperature is exceeded.
- Improved Mercury Funnel Design
Attached screw cap and funnel-shaped opening eliminates mercury contamination and possible drip spillage associated with separate detached filling funnel. Attached screw cap prevents loose cap and possible vapor release.
- Triple Fail Safe-One Penetrometer Safety Caps
In case of operator error, this device prevents penetrometer or rod being released from port unintentionally
- Triple Fail Safe-Two Interlock on Locking Cap
Verifies that capacitance detector is installed on low pressure port, automatically suspends run if cap is not in place. This prevents the penetrometer from being accidentally released while under pressure. If error is corrected, suspend run can be resumed.
- Triple Fail Safe-Three System Pressure Vent on manifold
Works in concert with cap interlock to automatically vent system pressure if above ambient pressure and error condition is detected.
- Mercury Vapor Detection Device
Hand held device to check localized mercury vapor levels that exceed defined safety limits. Portable device allows point checks at the analyzer or any location within lab exposed to mercury.
- Mercury Vapor Capture Filter
Affixed to vacuum pump, this filter prevents release of mercury vapors. This is a superior solution to cold trap dewars, particularly if the cryogen level is insufficiently maintained.
- Software Control for Fine Powder Samples
Prevents fine powder from accidental aspiration into low pressure ports during analysis.
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