Sonimix 2106 Gas Dilution Calibrator

KEY BENEFITS APPLICATIONS

Accuracy - Unmatched precision on concentration down The Sonimix 2106 is dedicated to following applications:
to 0.5 % of concentration - Calibration and linearization of gas monitors for Air Pollution
Monitoring networks
Stability - No influence from ambient pressure or - To fulfill the ISO 14481 norm CEM (QUAL 1 to QUAL 3)
temperature thanks to the sonic nozzle technology
- To perform quality control of gas monitors in the laboratory
Wide dilution range – Up to 1024 programmable calibration - To calibrate gas monitors / sensors for gas analyzers production
points - To generate accurate gas standards and mixtures for R&D purpose
Unsurpassed long term stability - Sonic nozzle have - As reference in the automotive industry for engine test benches
unaffected physical properties and reduce the need for
frequent calibrations DESCRIPTION
Ergonomics - Large color display with touch screen For more than four decades, the heart of the Sonimix 2106 is the
interface, remote PC software and optional Wi-Fi port unique, sonic nozzle technology—the ultimate in dilution technology It.
generates accurately, in fixed steps, a large range of binary gas
Proven metrological performances – Calibration in standards by dilution from high concentration gas cylinders and
our ISO 17025 accredited laboratory before delivery and dilution gases like air or nitrogen.
during the entire lifetime of the instrument It provides state of the art precision, stability and reproducibility of
Robustness - Compatibility for corrosive gases (% range) generated mixtures by the unique combination of sonic nozzles, and
with nozzles made of nickel and gold high precision mechanical pressure regulators.
The sonic nozzle technology is described in the ISO 6145-6 and its
Reliability - Sonic nozzles are much simple than MFC’s, no simplicity provides not only metrological superior performances but
electronic regulation is used, less components allows the use of corrosive gases. It reduces also the calibration
Connectivity - Gas Cal software, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, RS-232, frequency of the instrument.
for remote control and USB data transfer Accurate dilution calculations are based upon the internal database of
Regulations compatibility - Design according to ISO thermodynamic gas constants and the gas sources used, which can be
also a mixture of several gases. Dilution sequences an device
6145-6.Exceeds requirements of the US EPA 40 CFR Part 51
configurations can be done manually, automatically or remotely from
Method 205 Appendix M.
the front panel, via RS 232, Ethernet, Wi-Fi or by remote connection
GPT - Optional ozone generator for NOx converter test using the GasCal software.
Auto-Diagnostic /-validation routines - with internal All data related to gas sources, mixtures “recipes” and scenarios are
references to check instrument operation (patented) stored in the non-volatile instrument memory.
Some models are available with Auto Calibration and Auto Diagnostic
Return on investment – Reduce gas cylinders costs functions for quick check of the instrument performances.
Performances – Many 10 calibration commands can be Optional ozone generator and analyzer are available for Gas Phase
programmed and activated manually (10 points), Titration an NO2 generation.
automatically or remotely (100 points) The instrument is calibrated (option) into our ISO 17025 accredited
laboratory and a report is provided with uncertainty calculations. In this
Safe - Smart purge routine removes toxic compounds on
way the device can be easily linked with National Standards (NIST,
the gas path
METAS, UKA, etc).
Specifications
Dilution unit
Dilution points : 10 / 16 / 64 / 128 / 256 / 1024 according the model
Dilution principle : Sonic nozzles (according ISO 6145-6) and high precision pressure regulators
Accuracy for flow : < 0.25 % of set point for the dilution gas line, < 0.50 % of set point for the source gas line
Repeatability on flow : < 0.1 %
Accuracy on concentration : < 0.5% relative, achieved on the highest dilution ratio
Repeatability on concentration : Better than 0.2% relative
Gas inlet requirements Dilution gas: Requires dry (-40°C DP) Air, Nitrogen or other gas, 2 ports
Source gas: compatible with corrosive gases up to 10% (if option installed), up to 12 ports
Pressure: 3 ± 0.3 bar rel
Fittings: 3 x Swagelok 1/4" (Air, Nitrogen, Span gas), optional up to 12 x Swagelok 1/4" per instrument
Gas outlet specifications: Flow: 2.5 ± 0.25 L/min (other flow rate upon request) , adjustable by by-pass valve in front of the
instrument
Pressure: Outlet up to 1 bar rel (other pressure upon request)
Fittings: 3 x Swagelok 1/4" (Mixture, Waste, Purge)
Response time : < 15 sec
Auto Diagnostic : Diagnostic of pressure regulator, valve opening, nozzle functioning, drift
Factory calibration : By laminar flow with uncertainty < 0.2% of reading or 0.02% full scale, whichever is greater
Operation : Up to 10 defined calibration points, sequences, during 24 hours
Warm up time : No warm up time
Interfaces : LCD touch pad graphic display VGA 640 x 480
Communications : RS 232 (AK protocol), Ethernet TCP/IP, USB (audit trail download, soft update), Wi-Fi (option),
Auto Diagnostic : Diagnostic of pressure regulator, valve opening, nozzle functioning, drift
NOx converter tester (option)
NO2 range : 5 to 50 ppm / 25 to 100 ppm / 300 to 1000 ppm, all at 2.2 NL/min
Stabilization time : Less than 1 min (once the device has warmed up)
Inlet fittings : 2 x Swagelok (NO, air) 1/4"
Outlet fittings : 2 x Swagelok (NO/air or NO2/N2, purge) 1/4"
Electrical specifications
Power consumption : Max 150 [Watt]
Power requirements : 230V/50-60Hz - 115V/60Hz - 100V/50-60Hz
Physical specifications
Operating temperature: 15°C - 40°C
Dimensions [cm] : 19" 3HE/84 TE , 500mm deep / portable casing in option
Net weight [kg] : 15 to 20 Kg depending on the model

Models - Options – Consumables

Models
 SONIMIX 2106-10 - from 10% to 100% in 10% step
 SONIMIX 2106-16 - from 6% to 100% in 6% step
 SONIMIX 2106-64- from 2% to 100% in 2% step
 SONIMIX 2106-128 - from 1% to 100% in 1% step
 SONIMIX 2106-256 - from 0.5% to 100% in 0.5% step
 SONIMIX 2106-1024 - from 0.1% to 100% in 0.1% step

Options:
 Corrosive gases compatibility Power
 ISO 17025 calibration and report  Voltage 230V / 50/60 Hz
 Auto calibration and auto diagnostic *Only for 16, 32, 64, 128, 256 &  Voltage 117V / 50/60 Hz
512 points  Voltage 100V / 50/60 Hz
 Wi-Fi port + Note Pad NO2 converter tester
 Total flow 2.5 Nl/min or 5 Nl/min  Converter 5 to 50 ppm
 PC software for remote control  Converter 25 to 100 ppm
 Multiplexer for up to 12 inlets  Converter 300 to 1000 ppm
(max 3x4 inlets or max 1x4 if NOx converter tester installed)
 Portable casing Consumables
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 Set of inlet filters (5 pces)