Aeroqual Portable Monitors Calibrations FAQ
This technical information on this page is relevant for the Handheld Series-200, 300, 500, and Fixed Mount Series-900, 930, 940. For information on the SM-70 and SM-50 scroll to the bottom of this page.
1. What do I calibrate - the monitor or the sensor head?
Aeroqual’s unique system of interchangeable sensor heads means they can be calibrated independently of the monitor. If you are sending a sensor head to us for f...
General Calibration Information
All Gas Sensors will require periodic calibration to ensure your gas measurements are accurate and correct. Different gasses, and sensor manufactrers will have differeing requirements and methods for calibration. This page will serve to provide general calibration information and links to specific calibration procedures from the sensor manufacturers we represent.
Should you have any questions about sensor calibration, or would like us to help you with your ...
Sulfite:
Other Names
Sulphite; Sulfite ion
Chemical Formula
SO 3 2-
CAS Number
14265 – 45 – 3
Industry Uses
Food Additive; Antioxidant; Antimicrobial
Health Risks
Allergic Reaction
Sulfite MSDS
What is Sulfite:
Sulfite is not usually present in surface waters. If sulfite is di...
Glycol:
Other Names
Propylene Glycol, 1,2-propanediol; Ethylene Glycol, 1,2-ethanediol
Chemical Formula
C 3 H 8 O 2 (propylene); C 2 H 6 O 2 (ethylene)
CAS Number
57 – 55 – 6 (propylene); 107 – 21 – 1 (ethylene)
Industry Uses
Pharmaceuticals; Antifreeze
Health Risks
Irritant: Respiratory Symptoms; Kidney ...
Mercaptobenzothiazole (MBT):
Other Names
2-Benzothiazolethiol;
Chemical Formula
C 7 H 5 NS 2 ; C 6 H 4 NSCSH
CAS Number
149 – 30 – 4
Industry Uses
Corrosion inhibitor
Health Risks
Allergen; Contact Dermatitis; Possible Carcinogen
MBT MSDS
What is MBT:
MBT is formulate...
Hydrogen Sulfide:
Other Names
Hydrosulfuric Acid; Sulfane; Dihydrogen Monosulfide
Chemical Formula
H 2 S
CAS Number
7783 – 06 – 4
Industry Uses
Chemical Laboratories; Metallurgy
Health Risks
Irritation of eyes and mucous membranes; Convulsions; Headaches, Dizziness
Vapor Pressure
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Phosphine:
Other Names
Phosphane, Hydrogen phosphide, Phosphorus trihydride; Phosphorus hydride
Chemical Formula
PH 3
CAS Number
7803 – 51 – 2
Industry Uses
Fumigation; Pesticides; Microelectronics
Health Risks
Irritation; Vomiting; Multi-Organ system damage; convulsions; death
Vapor Pressu...
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What is Ozone?
The oxygen atom is unstable in the atomic form. Oxygen is stable in the diatomic form as O2. The air we breath today is made up of about 21% oxygen, this makes oxygen one of the most common molecules found in nature today.
Ozone is a triato...
Cyanide:
Other Names
Cyanide Ion; Isocyanide; Nitrile Anion
Chemical Formula
CN -
CAS Number
57 – 12 – 5
Industry Uses
Mining; Pest Control; Metal Cleaning; Steel Manufacture
Health Risks
Irritation; Histotoxic hypoxia;
Cyanide MSDS
What is Cyanide:
Cyanide is used in many chemic...
Zinc:
Other Names
Zinc Dust
Chemical Formula
Zn
CAS Number
7440 – 66 – 6
Industry Uses
Coatings; Paint, Rubber, Dyes; Alloys; Dietary Supplement
Health Risks
Organ System Damage
Zinc MSDS
What is Zinc:
Zinc is an essential mineral, both for prenatal and postnatal development. Zi...
Mercury:
Other Names
Hydragyrum; Quicksilver
Chemical Formula
Hg
CAS Number
7439 – 97 – 6
Industry Uses
Pharmaceuticals; Chemical Laboratories; Meters; Fluorescent Lighting
Health Risks
Kidney damage, Inflammation; Muscle Tremors
Vapor Pressure
0.0012 mmHg
Water ...
Methane:
Other Names
Methyl hydride, Marsh gas
Chemical Formula
CH 4
CAS Number
74 – 82 – 8
Industry Uses
Natural Gas; Fuels
Health Risks
Dizziness, Asphyxiation
Vapor Pressure
258,574 mmHg
Water Solubility
Insoluble
Flammabi...
Peracetic Acid:
Other Names
Peroxyacetic Acid; Ethaneperoxic Acid
Chemical Formula
C 2 H 4 O 3 ; CH 3 COOOH
CAS Number
79 – 21 – 0
Industry Uses
Bleaching and Cleaning; Antimicrobial; Chemical Laboratories
Health Risks
Irritation; Burning; Respiratory Distress; Death
Vapor Pressure
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