Specification
| Feature | Specification |
| Particulate Matter (PM) | |
| Measurement Parameters | PM1.0, PM2.5, PM4.0, PM10 |
| Mass Concentration Range | 0 to 1,000 µg/m³ |
| Mass Concentration Precision | ±10% or ±10 µg/m³ (whichever is larger) |
| Particle Size Range | 0.3 µm to 10 µm |
| Lifetime | > 10 years (dust resistant w/ Sheath Flow technology) |
| CO₂ (Carbon Dioxide) | |
| Measurement Range | 0 to 40,000 ppm |
| Accuracy | ±(50 ppm + 2.5% of reading) |
| VOC & NOx | |
| VOC Index Range | 1 to 500 Index points (Relative) |
| NOx Index Range | 1 to 500 Index points (Relative) |
| Temperature | |
| Measurement Range | -10°C to +50°C (+14°F to +122°F) |
| Accuracy | ±0.45°C (typical) |
| Measurement Resolution | 0.1°C increments (0.2°F increments) |
| Humidity | |
| Measurement Range | 0% to 90% RH (non-condensing) |
| Accuracy | ±4.5% RH (typical) |
| Measurement Resolution | 1% RH increments |
| Hardware Specifications | |
| Max cable length | 10m (33ft) |
| Sensor count | 9 |
Description
AKCP, the world’s oldest and largest manufacturer of networked wired and wireless sensor solutions, today announced the launch of the Air Pollution and Pressure Sensor AQX4, a comprehensive 4-in-one air environment sensor for indoor air quality monitoring.
The AQX4 integrates four critical environmental metrics, temperature, humidity, static air pressure, and air quality index into a single, compact unit. Engineered for versatility, the sensor is ideal for office spaces, industrial facilities, and data centers where maintaining optimal air quality is essential for both human health and equipment efficiency.
A Smart Approach to Air Quality
At the heart of the AQX4 is its advanced Air Quality Index (AQI) “scoring” system. The sensor specifically targets Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) and Volatile Sulphur Compounds (VSCs), gases commonly produced by chemical off-gassing, plastics, and exhaust.
The AQX4 provides a real-time “pollution level” percentage based on gas resistance:
- Clean Air (0%): Gas Resistance ≥50 kΩ.
- Normal to Warning (0–65%): 50 kΩ>Resistance>18 kΩ.
- Critical to Max (85–100%): 5 kΩ≥Resistance>1.5 kΩ.
“In data centers, air quality is often an overlooked aspect of uptime,” says Nicholas Barrowclough, President at AKCP. “By monitoring these levels, facilities can create automated alerts to open doors or windows, ensuring fresh air circulation before conditions reach critical thresholds”.
