Part Number:
220-3000
AirChek® Essential Pump, includes Li-Ion battery pack and screwdriver set. Requires cradle and power supply. AirChek Essential pumps contain Li-Ion batteries and are subject to special shipping regulations. AirChek Essential requires ¼-inch ID tubing.
The popular AirChek® Essential Sampling Pump delivers the core performance industrial hygiene and other OEHS professionals rely on, with simple touch keypad operation, long run times, rugged durability, and intrinsic safety. It is part of the AirChek Touch Series Sampling Pumps, designed for accurate, dependable sampling with the highest level of ease and the features you need.
AirChek Essential gives you dependable performance in a simple, economical package. It offers long battery life, high back pressure capability for demanding applications, bright status indicators, intuitive touch controls, and intrinsic safety. Whether used alone or as part of the AirChek Touch Series Sampling Pumps, it delivers the essential functions required for accurate personal or area air sampling—high value at a low price.
SKC offers AirChek Essential pumps as follows:
| Flow Rate | 5 to 5000 ml/min |
|---|---|
| Touch Screen Operation | Yes |
| Battery Type (Power) | Li-ion |
| Approx. Run Time | 40 + Hours at 2 L/min |
| Connectivity | No |
| PC Compatible | No |
| Programmable | No |
| Compensates for Changes in Atmospheric Pressure | Yes |
| Compensates for Changes in Temperature | Yes |
| Constant Flow | Yes |
| Constant Pressure Mode | No |
| Automatic Flow Rate Verification | No |
| Intrinsic Safety | Yes |
| CE Marked | Yes |
| UKCA Marked | Yes |
| Pump Type | Type P for personal sampling of airborne particles (ISO 13137:2022 compliant) |
| Nominal Flow Range | Constant flow from 1000 to 5000 ml/min (5 to 500 ml/min requires low flow holder) |
| Pressure Drop Capability | - 5000 ml/min @ 20 in. water (0–5 kPa) - 4000 ml/min @ 30 in. water (0–7.5 kPa) - 3000 ml/min @ 40 in. water (0–10 kPa) - 2000 ml/min @ 50 in. water (0–12.5 kPa) - 1000 ml/min @ 60 in. water (0–15 kPa) |
| Flow Control System | Isothermal – corrects for back pressure, temperature, and atmospheric pressure |
| Flow Fault / Auto-Restart | Stops after 3–10 sec restricted flow, flashes red LEDs, shows fault icon; auto-restarts up to 5x within 5 min, or ends run if fault persists |
| Power Source | Rechargeable Li-Ion (7.2 V, 3.3 Ah, 24 Wh) or AC via cradle |
| Operating Time | - 8+ hrs @ 2000 ml/min, 16 in. water (4 kPa) - 8+ hrs @ 5000 ml/min, 20 in. water (5 kPa) - 40+ hrs @ 2000 ml/min* - 15+ hrs @ 5000 ml/min* - Indefinite w/ cradle |
| Charging Method | Lite Charging Cradle (Cat. No. 220-850) + Power Supply (Cat. No. 220-600) Multi-unit setup with Cat. No. 220-851 splitter and supply |
| Charging Time | Approx. 3 hours (depending on battery and discharge level) |
| Accuracy | - Flow: ±5% of set-point - Pressure: ±0.3 in Hg - Temp: ±1.0 °C - Time: ±0.002% |
| Temperature Range | - Operating: 32–104 °F (0–40 °C) - Charging: 32–113 °F (0–45 °C) - Storage: -4–113 °F (-20–45 °C) |
| Humidity Range | ≤ 95% RH, non-condensing (operating & storage) |
| Altitude Compensation | Corrects for temperature (32–104 °F) and pressure up to 15,000 ft (4572 m) above and down to 4500 ft (1372 m) below sea level |
| Display | B&W display with elapsed sampling time |
| User Interface | Capacitive touch screen with locking option |
| Status LEDs | Blinking green = running Blinking red = fault |
| Sound Level | Avg. 51.7 dB at 3 ft (1 m) with 37-mm, 0.8-µm MCE filter |
| Tubing | ¼-inch ID tubing |
| Dimensions | 4.1 x 3.7 x 2.8 in (10.4 x 9.4 x 7.1 cm) |
| Weight | 19.4 oz (approx. 550 g) |
Certifications / Markings
| - Intrinsic safety (SKC Cat. No. 220-3000 operated with SKC Battery Pack P75718 or P75718A) Class I, Groups A, B, C, D; Class II, Groups E, F, G; Class III, T4; Class I, Zone 0, AExia IIC T4 Ga; Exia IIC T4 Ga; -20°C ≤ Ta ≤ 45°C; Ex II 1G; Exia IIC T4 Ga; IECEx UL 19.0100, DEMKO 19ATEX 2288; UL22UKEX2351, CE 0539; UKCA 0843 - Designed to meet ISO 13137:2022 - RoHS Compliant |
| Case Material | Polycarbonate with rubberized anti-static overmolding |
| Ingress Protection | IP6x (dust-tight enclosure) |
| Features | On-screen battery status, ergonomic design, secure clip, cradle charging, ultra-quiet operation |
| Media Compatibility | Sorbent tubes, filters, size-selective particulate samplers, impingers |
| Warranty | - Pump: 1-year limited - Battery: 2-year limited (on pumps purchased on or after Feb 13, 2025) |
*Tested with 37-mm, 0.8-µm MCE filter on new pump and battery – actual performance may vary.
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