The MiniVol Portable Air Sampler is an ambient air sampler for particulate matter and non-reactive
gases. The patented low flow technology used in the MiniVol was developed jointly by the U. S.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Lane Regional Air Protection Agency in an effort to
address the need for portable air pollution sampling technology.
While not a reference method sampler, the MiniVol gives results that closely approximate reference
method air quality data. Both accurate and precise, the battery operated, lightweight MiniVol is ideal
for sampling at remote sites or areas without power. In addition, the low cost of the sampler allows a
network of MiniVols to be deployed at a fraction of the cost for a similar reference station network.
The MiniVol features a 7-day programmable timer, a constant flow control system, an elapsed time
totalizer, rechargeable battery packs, and all-weather PVC construction. The MiniVol can be
configured to sample for just particulate matter, just gases, or both simultaneously.