NMHC Information

Non-Methane Hydrocarbons:

What are NMHCs:

Non-Methane Volatile Organic Compounds (NMVOCs) are a large variety of chemically different compounds such as benzene, ethanol, formaldehyde, cyclohexane, and acetone. NMVOCs are essentially identical to VOCs, with the exlusion of methane. An important subset of NMVOCs are NMHCs. NMHCs are trace atmospheric components that provide a sink for hydroxyl radicals and control ozone concentration. Exmples of NMHCs are ethane, ethene, propane, propene, and isoprene. Methane is excluded in air-pollution contexts because it is not harmful.

Health Risks:

Respiratory, allergic, or immune responses are common with exposure to NMHCs. Other health effects include eye, nose, and throat irritation, headaches, loss of coordination, nausea, liver and kidney damage, and damage to the central nervous system.

Measuring NMHCs:

NMHCs are present in the gas phase at room temperature. NMHC levels in the air are measured in units of parts per million (ppm) The products we carry to measure NMHC levels can be found HERE.

What type of component are you looking for?

Fixed Mount Handheld Dissolved Kits:  Replacement Sensors: Calibration Gas:  Rentals: 
 

All sensors require a yearly calibration to ensure your gas measurements are accurate and performing within manufacturer standards. This page is desiccated to the individual manufacturers we represent and their specific calibration procedures. 

**Calibration Service Request Form **

Calibration Costs:

Calibration costs do vary, see below to get an estimate: 

Calibration Fee: $150

Analyzer Calibration Fee: $300

PM Calibration Sensor Fee: $330

Genie Calibration Fee: $265

ATI Calibration Fee: $205

** note that prices are subject to change per labor and parts required.

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