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GRIMM FCE 5705
Faraday cup electrometer
The FCE 5705 faraday cup aerosol electrometer is the trusted reference for nanoparticle counting. Designed for calibration, research, and emissions testing, it offers traceable measurements, no consumables, and full compliance with ISO and EU standards.
Technology: Faraday cup electrometer
Benefits
- Modular, ready-to-use system
Complete solution for quick setup and precise flow adjustment to operating conditions. - User-friendly operation with large touchscreen display
Enables intuitive control, clear data visualization, and easy configuration. - No consumables required
Minimizes operating costs and simplifies maintenance for continuous, long-term use. - Traceable calibrations for consistent accuracy
Calibration factors can be stored in internal memory to ensure reliable, reproducible measurements. - Extremely precise flow control
Minimizing measurement uncertainties of the particle number concentration. - High-resolution data acquisition
Adjustable sampling rates from 1 to 64 Hz provide detailed insights for dynamic processes. - Flexible data communication
Supports Modbus TCP/RTU, USB, Ethernet, and WiFi for seamless integration into modern data systems. - Stand-alone functionality with internal memory
32 GB memory and .csv download to USB allow easy data handling without external PC connection. - Wide power supply range
Operates from 110 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, for global compatibility in various lab and industrial environments. - Compatible with other GRIMM products
The FCE 5705 controller fits all FCE generations for easy upgrade and FCE 5705 can be used in an SMPS+E setup when combined with DMA controller 5706.
COMPLIANCE & CERTIFICATIONS
- ISO 27891:2015 (calibration of condensation particle counters (CPCs))
- ISO 15900:2020 (aerosol particle number size distribution)
- EN 16976:2024 and CEN/TS 17434:2020 (standard methods for determining the particle number concentration and size distribution in ambient air)
- Particle Measurement Programme (Euro 5, 6 and 7)
- UN GTR No.24 (brake emissions)
Applications
- Research laboratories and universities
Fundamental aerosol research and inhalation or exposure studies - Calibration laboratories
Calibration of condensation particle counters (CPCs) and other aerosol instruments in compliance with ISO 27891:2015 and ISO 15900:2020 - Industrial and nanotechnology processes
Monitoring of nanoparticle concentrations during production and processing - Environmental monitoring stations
Determination of particle number concentration and size distribution in ambient air as per EN 16976:2024 and CEN/TS 17434:2020 - Automotive and brake emission testing
Particle number and size distribution measurements to support compliance with Euro 5, 6, 7 Particle Measurement Programme and UN GTR No.24 - Filter and printer emission testing facilities
Evaluation of filter efficiency and assessment of printer particle emissions - Engine and exhaust test benches
Measurement of particle emissions from combustion engines
Technical Data
- Technical data
| Detector type | Faraday cup electrometer |
|---|---|
| Measuring variable | Electric current (fA) and particle number concentration (particles/cm³) |
| Max. current | ±4,000 fA |
| Max. particle concentration | 1.5 x 106 singly charged particles/cm³ |
| Current measurement resolution | ±0.01 fA |
| Average noise level | 0.35 fA |
| Response time t10 … t90 | < 0.25 s |
| Data sampling rate | 1 … 64 Hz adjustable in 2ⁿ Hz (n = 0 … 6) |
| Sample flow rate | 0.3 … 10 l/min adjustable in 0.1 l/min increments |
| Sample flow accuracy | ±1.5% (over full flow range) |
| External vacuum | ≤ 350 hPa at NPT |
| Operation and display | 5″ touchscreen display Optional: GRIMM FCE 5705 software on PC |
| Connectivity | USB, Ethernet, WiFi*, USB flashdrive, analog input for T/p/RH sensors |
| Internal memory | 32 GB (28.8 GB useable) |
| Sensors | Internal and external T, pₐᵦₛ and RH of sample air |
| Power supply | 110 … 240 VAC; 50/60 Hz; max. 20 W |
| Aerosol conditions | Temperature: 0 … 40 °C (32 … 104 °F)Humidity: 0 … 95% RH, non-condensingAbsolute pressure range: 600 … 1,100 hPa |
| Aerosol carrier gas | Air and inert gases |
| Operating conditions | Temperature: 10 … +40 °C (50 … 104 °F)Humidity: 0 … 95% RH, non-condensingAmbient pressure range: 790 … 1,100 hPa |
| System components | FCE 5705FCE 5705 controller |
| Dimensions (h x w x d) | FCE 5705: 19 x 9 x 9 cm (7.5 x 3.5 x 3.5ˮ) FCE 5705 controller: 20 x 26.5 x 24.5 cm (7.87 x 10.43 x 9.65ˮ) |
| Weight | FCE 5705: 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs) FCE 5705 controller: 5.2 kg (11,5 lbs) |
* With optional external WiFi module
Accessories
- Optional
| FCE 5705 BNC: Adapter for directly supplying a reference current to the electrometer (calibration) |
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Product Information
General information
- Brochure emission monitoring / DE
- Brochure emission monitoring / EN
- Brochure ambient air monitoring / DE
- Brochure ambient air monitoring / EN
- Brochure aerosol research and science / EN
- Brochure aerosol research and science / DE
- Brochure regulatory air quality monitoring / DE
- Brochure regulatory air quality monitoring / EN
