Microdust Pro for Real-Time Airborne Dust Detection
The Microdust Pro is a rugged, hand-held, data logging instrument designed for the real-time detection of airborne dust. It provides portable dust monitoring with high sensitivity, long logging capability, analog and alarm outputs, and practical field-ready performance for workplace and environmental dust measurement.
What Is the Microdust Pro?
The Microdust Pro is a rugged handheld real time dust monitor designed to detect airborne dust and log measurement data in portable field use.
As a product in the Real Time Dust Monitor category, the Microdust Pro is suited for professionals who need immediate airborne dust readings together with reliable data logging and output capability.
Its hand-held design, separate probe, long memory capacity, and communication support make it practical for industrial hygiene, workplace exposure studies, environmental dust surveys, and general airborne particulate monitoring.
Microdust Pro Technical Specifications
The Microdust Pro combines real-time dust detection, wide measurement range, portable battery operation, and strong memory capacity for professional airborne dust monitoring.
| Product Category | Real Time Dust Monitor |
|---|---|
| Primary Function | Rugged, hand-held, data logging instrument for the real-time detection of airborne dust |
| Measuring Range | 0.001mg/m³ - 250,000 mg/m³ |
| Zero Stability | < 2µg/m³ |
| Batteries | 3 x AA |
| External Power | 12VDC (via -PC18 supply) |
| Logging Interval | 1 sec to 60 minutes |
| Communication | Mini B USB |
| Size (Instrument) | 172 x 72 x 33mm (6.8 x 2.8 x 1.3") |
| Size (Probe) | 35 x 205mm (1.4 x 8.1") |
| Tripod Mount | 1/4" Whitworth |
| Resolution | 0.001mg/m³ |
| Operating Temperature | 0 - 55°C |
| Battery Run Time | Approx 13 hours |
| Weight | < 600g including batteries (<22oz) |
| Memory | 86,000 data points (500 measurement runs) |
| Analogue Output | 0 - 2.5V DC FSD |
| Alarm Output | Switched open drain <15V & 500mA DC |
Main Features of the Microdust Pro
The Microdust Pro combines real-time airborne dust detection, robust portability, long data logging, and practical output options for professional dust monitoring.
Real-Time Dust Detection
The Microdust Pro is designed for real-time detection of airborne dust, helping users capture immediate dust measurements during workplace and field monitoring activities.
Wide Measuring Range
With a measuring range of 0.001mg/m³ to 250,000 mg/m³ and a resolution of 0.001mg/m³, the Microdust Pro supports detailed dust monitoring across varied dust concentration levels.
Strong Data Logging Capacity
The built-in memory stores 86,000 data points across 500 measurement runs, supporting long-term dust logging and repeat survey work.
Why the Microdust Pro Is Effective for Dust Monitoring
The Microdust Pro is effective because it combines real-time response, high sensitivity, rugged portability, and flexible logging intervals for professional dust measurement.
Its zero stability of less than 2µg/m³ supports stable performance for sensitive dust detection tasks. The instrument also offers a flexible logging interval from 1 second to 60 minutes, making it useful for both detailed short-term studies and longer monitoring programs.
This allows users to adapt the instrument to different dust survey objectives, including workplace exposure assessment, process checks, and general airborne particulate monitoring.
Data Handling and Integration Options
The Microdust Pro supports practical data transfer and system integration through USB communication, analogue output, and alarm output capability.
- Communication: Mini B USB
- Analogue output: 0 - 2.5V DC FSD
- Alarm output: Switched open drain <15V & 500mA DC
These features help users connect the monitor to external systems, transfer stored data, or integrate alarm functions into workplace monitoring processes.
Portable Handheld Design
The Microdust Pro is built as a rugged portable instrument with handheld convenience and probe-based measurement flexibility.
- Instrument size: 172 x 72 x 33mm
- Probe size: 35 x 205mm
- Tripod mount: 1/4" Whitworth
- Weight: < 600g including batteries
Its compact size and manageable weight help make the Microdust Pro practical for field use, fixed-point checks, and portable dust survey work.
Battery and External Power Support
The Microdust Pro supports both battery-powered and external powered operation for flexible monitoring in the field or fixed setups.
- Batteries: 3 x AA
- Battery run time: Approx 13 hours
- External power: 12VDC (via -PC18 supply)
- Operating temperature: 0 - 55°C
This combination supports daily mobile monitoring as well as longer operation when external power is available.
Where Is the Microdust Pro Used?
The Microdust Pro is used wherever real-time airborne dust detection and portable data logging are needed for professional monitoring tasks.
Based on the product description, the Microdust Pro is intended for real-time detection of airborne dust. Its rugged handheld format makes it suitable for workplace dust assessments, environmental monitoring, industrial hygiene surveys, maintenance checks, and portable dust measurement tasks.
The ability to log data, output analogue signals, and trigger alarms also makes it suitable for applications where both immediate readings and recorded evidence are required.
Common Microdust Pro Use Cases
- Real-time airborne dust monitoring
- Portable workplace dust surveys
- Industrial hygiene dust assessments
- Environmental particulate checks
- Dust logging for repeated measurement runs
- Alarm-based dust monitoring applications
- Analogue signal output to connected systems
- Fixed-point monitoring with tripod support
- Short-term and long-term dust studies
- Field measurement of airborne particulate levels
Benefits of Choosing the Microdust Pro
The Microdust Pro helps professionals improve dust monitoring accuracy, portability, logging capability, and real-time response during airborne dust assessment.
Immediate Dust Readings
Real-time measurement helps users identify airborne dust conditions quickly during field or workplace monitoring.
Rugged Portable Design
Handheld construction supports practical use in mobile monitoring environments and on-site dust surveys.
Long Logging Support
Large data storage capacity supports repeated runs and extended dust logging needs.
Practical Output Options
USB, analogue output, and alarm output support easier integration with reporting and monitoring systems.
Who Should Use the Microdust Pro?
The Microdust Pro is ideal for professionals who need portable real-time airborne dust detection with reliable data logging and output flexibility.
This product is suitable for industrial hygienists, environmental monitoring teams, workplace safety professionals, occupational health specialists, maintenance teams, consultants, and technical users who need dependable dust monitoring in the field or on site.
