Continuous Bio-aerosol Monitor and Auto‑Sampler

A fully automated bio‑detection sensor for 24/7 air monitoring that alarms in under 60 seconds and can automatically trigger aerosol sample collection for rapid confirmation. IBAC 2 detects all four biological classes (spore, viral, cellular and protein toxins) with low false alarms, and runs without consumables during monitoring to keep sustainment costs down.

Why teams choose this detector

• Real‑time warning with consumable‑free monitoring; algorithms for indoor and outdoor use.
• Auto‑sampler control: alarm can start collection instantly, or you can schedule sampling windows.
• Proven sensitivity & throughput: detects at < 100 ACPLA in < 60 s; handles high aerosol loads (single‑particle interrogation up to ≈ 500,000 particles/L).

How it works

IBAC 2 draws air at ≈ 4 L/min, shines a UV laser through the airstream and looks for each particle’s scatter and fluorescence signature. If the pattern looks biological, the system alarms and can start a collector (dry 47 mm filter or wet). The saved sample then goes to PCR or rapid immunoassay for identification.

Key points

• Flow rate: ~4 L/min
• Response: < 60 s to alarm
• Classes: spores, viruses, cells, toxins
• Sampling: automated dry/wet collector options (e.g., 47 mm DFU filter)
• Operation: 24/7, no consumables during monitoring.

Typical applications

Critical‑infrastructure protection, indoor/outdoor venue monitoring, mobile CBRN reconnaissance (vehicle/vessel), and fixed networks for early warning with automated sample capture.