TVA 1000B Toxic Vapor Analyzer
The Thermo Scientific TVA 1000B is an over-the-shoulder portable vapor analyzer that offers both PID (Photoionization Detection) and FID (Flame Ionization Detection) in a single, instrument. The user can monitor and log inorganic and organic vapors simultaneously.
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| Manufacturer |
| Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc. |
| Product Name |
| TVA 1000B Toxic Vapor Analyzer |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical |
| Detection Principle |
| Sensors; |
| Detection Method |
| Photoionization Detection; Flame Ionization Detection (FID) ; |
| Application |
| Emergency Response; Gas Analysis; |
| Product Model Number |
| Multiple |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| The Thermo Scientific TVA 1000B is an over-the-shoulder portable vapor analyzer that offers both PID (Photoionization Detection) and FID (Flame Ionization Detection) in a single, instrument. The user can monitor and log inorganic and organic vapors simultaneously. |
| Availability |
| DISCONTINUED |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Dimensions |
| 13.5 × 10.3 × 3.2 in (343 × 262 × 81 mm) |
| Weight |
| <30 Lbs.; 13 Lbs. (5.8 kg) |
| Power Requirements |
| NiMH Battery; Rechargeable NiCd Battery |
| Transportability |
| Person-Portable |
| Operating Conditions |
| 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) |
| Consumables |
| <$1,000/year; Hydrogen gas, and calibration gas |
| Calibration Schedule |
| Yes, a calibration kit with a gas cylinder can be purchased with the instrument for daily calibration. |
| Available Accessories |
| Carrying case, charcoal filter, FID calibration kit, PID/FID calibration kit, and Bluetooth communication module |
| Communications Interface |
| Data logger software is included |
| Expected Operational Life |
| 8 hours |
| Shelf Life |
| <5 years; If purchased, a PID could need replacement after a year or two, depending on exposure to contaminates |
| Unit Cost |
| $9,829.00 |
| Maintenance Cost |
| Gas and battery replacement as needed. Est: <$200 per year |
| Tested For Chemical Agents |
| Some |
| Tested For ITF-25 TIC/TIMs |
| Yes, VOCs |
| Sample Introduction |
| Vapor/Gas |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| ppb |
| Known Interferents/Inhibitors |
| Alarms to hydrocarbon fumes |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| 15 to 20 minutes depending upon surrounding temperatures |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| Continuous (<30 seconds); 3.5 seconds |
| Alarm Capability |
| Audible and visual |
| Other Operational Parameters |
| Has data logging onboard |
| Training Required |
| <1 week training |
| Training Available |
| 2 to 3 hours online training |
| Manuals Available |
| Operator’s manual |
| Warranties |
| 1 year with extended warranties available |
| IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| Yes; Calibration gas cylinder must be shipped per IATA restrictions for compressed gas. |
