The Circulaire W700 is a compact, self-contained unit that sits directly on the worksurface and draws potentially hazardous fumes or particulate down through the perforated working area
The Circulaire W700 downflow workstation is a new addition to Monmouth Scientific's Circulaire range of non-ducted fume and particulate containment systems.
The new workstation is a compact, self-contained unit that sits directly on the worksurface and draws potentially hazardous fumes or particulate down through the perforated working area.
No modifications to the laboratory or worksurface are required - All you need to do is connect to a standard 13A electrical socket.
The drawing of fumes and particulate at worksurface level means containment is provided at source and not above the operator like in a fume cupboard.
The primary advantage of this is there are no side or front screens to hinder access to the working area making the unit extremely versatile.
The possible applications are endless but include slide staining in a cytology lab, soldering in an engineering environment or for use containing aluminium powders or ninhydrin fumes in a forensic laboratory.
Once any fumes have entered the cabinet, they are then pulled up through the rear plenum chamber and the large capacity (11kg) activated carbon or high efficiency particulate air filter situated well above the working area.
The activated carbon filter can be custom blended to absorb or neutralise many different chemical fumes including organic/inorganic solvents, acids, ethers, aldehydes and ammonias to name but a few.
A full list of filter types is available directly from Monmouth Scientific.
From a safety perspective, the cabinet is fitted with a low airflow alarm that will alert the operator should the workstation fail to bring the airflow up to optimal operating conditions.
A switchable overhead fluorescent light illuminates the working area to ensure maximum visibility at all times.
The deep-sided worksurface is manufactured from 316-grade stainless steel and is fully removable to allow for containment and easy cleaning of any spillages.
The cabinet offers the laboratory excellent value for money and yet provides a simple to install yet extremely effective method of fume and particulate containment.
