KANOMAX Model 3715-06D Portable Laser Particle Counter with Onboard Data Logging and Traceability

Overview

The KANOMAX Model 3715-06D is a high-precision, portable optical particle counter engineered for real-time airborne particulate monitoring in cleanroom validation, HVAC performance verification, pharmaceutical manufacturing environments, and laboratory-grade environmental qualification. Utilizing a stable Class 1 laser diode light source and a calibrated dual-scattering detection geometry, the instrument measures particles across six discrete size channels—0.3, 0.5, 1.0, 3.0, 5.0, and 10.0 µm—with counting efficiency certified to ISO 21501-4 and JIS B 9921 standards. Its fixed flow rate of 2.83 L/min (0.1 CFM) ensures consistent volumetric sampling per unit time, enabling direct comparability with international cleanroom classification protocols (ISO 14644-1, EU GMP Annex 1). The integrated vacuum pump delivers stable aspiration without external air supply dependency, while its compact form factor (217 × 69 × 110 mm) and 1.4 kg mass support both handheld surveys and fixed-point installation.

Key Features

• Onboard data logging with non-volatile memory capacity for up to 4,320 timestamped measurement records—each including particle counts per channel, sampling duration, flow status, and system diagnostics.
• Full traceability architecture: All stored entries include UTC timestamps, instrument serial number, firmware version, and operator-assigned session ID (via optional USB keyboard or touchscreen input).
• Multi-mode power compatibility: Supports Power over Ethernet (PoE), universal AC input (100–240 VAC), regulated DC input (12–24 VDC), and external battery packs—enabling deployment in powered, low-infrastructure, or mobile audit scenarios.
• Integrated 4.3-inch resistive touchscreen interface with intuitive menu navigation, real-time histogram visualization, and configurable alarm thresholds (0–100% per channel, ON/OFF logic).
• Optional temperature and relative humidity sensing module (sold separately), compliant with ISO 14644-3 Annex B for simultaneous environmental parameter correlation.
• Robust mechanical design featuring anti-corrosive housing materials and condensation-resistant internal optics—validated for continuous operation at up to 85 %RH (non-condensing) and rated for IP20 industrial enclosures.

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The 3715-06D is designed exclusively for ambient and controlled-environment air sampling. It does not support liquid-phase or aerosolized chemical agent analysis. Its optical detection system is calibrated using NIST-traceable PSL (polystyrene latex) reference particles and verified per ISO 21501-4 Annex A procedures. Device firmware and data export workflows support audit-ready documentation requirements under FDA 21 CFR Part 11 (when used with validated software clients), EU GMP Annex 11, and ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratory quality systems. All calibration certificates and factory verification reports are provided with each unit and archived in KANOMAX’s global service database.

Software & Data Management

Raw data is exportable via USB mass storage mode or real-time streaming over RS-485/Modbus RTU or TCP/IP. KANOMAX provides the free PC-based KANOMAX Data Viewer v3.x, which supports CSV and PDF report generation with embedded metadata (instrument ID, location tag, operator ID, calibration due date). For enterprise integration, the device responds to standard Modbus register maps—including live channel counts, pump status, battery voltage, and error flags—allowing seamless ingestion into SCADA, MES, or LIMS platforms. Audit trails are preserved within the device’s internal flash memory; no data is overwritten unless explicitly cleared by authenticated user command.

Applications

• Cleanroom certification and routine monitoring per ISO 14644-1 Class 5–8 environments.
• Filter integrity testing (e.g., HEPA/ULPA pre- and post-challenge assessment).
• Pharmaceutical aseptic processing line qualification and environmental monitoring program (EMP) execution.
• Microelectronics fabrication facility contamination control audits.
• University and contract research laboratory airborne particle baseline studies.
• Validation of laminar airflow workstations, isolators, and gloveboxes.

FAQ

Does the 3715-06D require annual recalibration?
Yes—KANOMAX recommends annual factory recalibration against NIST-traceable standards to maintain ISO 21501-4 compliance. Field verification using zero-count air and reference aerosol challenges may be performed quarterly.
Can historical data be exported without proprietary software?
Yes—data files are stored in plain-text CSV format on the internal microSD card (or USB drive); no license or vendor software is required for parsing.
Is the internal pump suitable for continuous 24/7 operation?
The vacuum pump is rated for 8,000 hours of cumulative runtime and is thermally protected; however, for unattended long-term deployments, periodic inspection of inlet filter clogging and flow verification is advised.
What happens during a power interruption?
All unsaved measurements in volatile buffer memory are retained in non-volatile storage upon graceful shutdown; abrupt power loss may result in truncation of the current record—but prior entries remain intact and readable.
How is user access controlled for data modification?
The device implements role-based access via password-protected configuration menus; only users with Admin credentials can clear logs, change communication settings, or adjust alarm thresholds.