Understanding the migration of silicone oil mist through a facility is crucial for upholding a Silicone-Free policy, a standard maintained by many operations. It is also essential for evaluating worker exposure in accordance with air quality standards. This proprietary test, developed exclusively by LCS Laboratory Inc., stands out for its precision and reliability.
Purpose of Our Silicone Oil Mist Testing Service
Our service is designed to meet the needs of professionals requiring accurate, detailed, and reliable data on silicone oil mist concentrations in air. Whether monitoring workplace exposure or evaluating the effectiveness of ventilation systems, we ensure the testing process is seamless and scientifically robust.
Technical Details of Our Silicone Oil Mist Testing
- Sampling Media and Equipment: We supply 37mm PTFE cassettes and high-flow personal sampling pumps calibrated at 2-5 litres per minute. Our sampling kits meet the standards outlined in the NIOSH 5026 procedure, modified for optimal detection of silicones and siloxanes.
- FTIR Analysis: LCS Laboratory employs a proprietary FTIR technique that ensures high selectivity for silicone oil. Silicone oil is detected and quantified using the highly selective vibration of silicon-oxygen-silicon bonds in siloxane compounds. Mineral oil, a common interference, does not affect the accuracy of our analysis and can also be tested on the same sample if required.
- Detection Limits: The typical reporting limit for this analysis is 20 µg/sample. Collecting the recommended 500L of air yields a detection limit of 0.04 mg/m³, providing precise measurements for workplace evaluations.
- Ease of Use: The sampling procedure is straightforward and user-friendly, requiring no additional training for professionals familiar with air sampling techniques.
Contact Us for Expert Support
If you have a project requiring silicone oil mist testing or need assistance selecting the right sampling equipment, our team of experts is ready to help. Reach out to LCS Laboratory Inc. via email to discuss your requirements or place an order. Ensure workplace safety with reliable silicone oil mist analysis from LCS Laboratory Inc.
