Tube Ozone 10/a (10) | Draeger

The Tube Ozone 10/a (10) from Dräger is a specialized detection tube designed for measuring ozone (O₃) levels in air. This product is primarily used for monitoring ozone concentration in industrial, laboratory, and environmental settings. Below is a detailed description of this product:

Key Features and Specifications:

• Detection Range:

  • 10/a (10): The specific model "10/a" refers to a tube with a measurable range of 0.1 to 10 parts per million (ppm) of ozone. This range is useful for detecting lower levels of ozone, which is important for environmental monitoring, air quality assessments, and safety applications.

• Measurement Method:

  • The Dräger Ozone 10/a (10) operates on the principle of color change. When the ozone gas passes through the tube, a chemical reaction occurs inside the tube, causing a visible color change that is proportional to the concentration of ozone in the air. The change in color is then compared to a calibrated scale to determine the ozone concentration.

• Sensitivity:

  • The tube is highly sensitive and designed to give accurate readings of ozone concentrations in the air, even at low ppm levels, which is crucial for detecting potentially harmful exposure to this toxic gas.

• Convenience and Portability:

  • The tube is compact and easy to use, often designed for handheld use with Dräger's Accuro pump (a manual or motorized air-sampling pump). This makes it highly portable and convenient for on-the-go testing and measurement of ozone levels in various environments.

• Durability:

  • Dräger detection tubes are known for their durability and reliability, and the Ozone 10/a (10) is no exception. The tubes are hermetically sealed to ensure long shelf life and avoid contamination or degradation before use.

• Response Time:

  • The reaction time for the color change typically ranges from a few minutes, depending on the ozone concentration, ensuring quick and reliable results for immediate decision-making.

• Safety Applications:

  • Ozone is a powerful oxidant and is known to be harmful to human health at elevated concentrations. It can cause respiratory issues, eye irritation, and other health problems. The Tube Ozone 10/a (10) is used to monitor exposure levels in workplaces, laboratories, or environmental settings to ensure the safety of workers and the public.

• Versatile Use:

  • Industries/Applications: It is suitable for a wide range of ozone detection applications, including air quality monitoring in industrial environments, ozone disinfection systems, wastewater treatment plants, laboratories, and research facilities.

  • Environmental Monitoring: The tube can be used in outdoor air quality assessments to measure ozone pollution and in compliance with environmental regulations.

Advantages:

• Quick and Simple Operation: The tube system is simple to operate, requiring minimal training and no specialized technical expertise.

• Reliable Results: Dräger tubes are known for their high level of precision, ensuring that the detected ozone concentrations are accurate and reliable.

• Cost-effective: Dräger tubes are typically more affordable than electronic ozone sensors, especially for short-term or periodic monitoring needs.

Limitations:

• Limited to Specific Measurement Range: The tube is only effective within its specified range of 0.1 to 10 ppm, so it may not be ideal for measuring ozone concentrations that are too high or low outside of that range.

• Single Use: The tubes are typically used for single measurements and need to be replaced after each use, which can add to the cost over time.

Packaging:

• Dräger Ozone 10/a (10) detection tubes typically come in a sealed package containing multiple tubes. The packaging ensures that the tubes are kept in optimal conditions before use, preventing contamination or premature reactions.

Applications in Detail:

1. Workplace Safety: Monitoring ozone levels in environments where ozone generators are used (e.g., industrial settings, laboratories) to ensure safe exposure limits are not exceeded.

2. Environmental and Air Quality Monitoring: Used by environmental agencies or industries to detect ozone pollution in outdoor air, especially in urban or industrial areas.

3. Ozone Therapy and Disinfection: In industries using ozone for disinfection (e.g., water treatment plants), these tubes help ensure that ozone concentrations stay within safe limits.

The Dräger Tube Ozone 10/a (10) is an essential tool for precise ozone detection, offering simplicity, portability, and reliable measurements, making it ideal for a wide range of industrial and environmental applications.