Sensor
An extreme-life laser. Starts at 0.3 µm.
A very long-life laser diode counts in six channels starting at 0.3 µm on the ApexZ3.
Learn more: ApexZ Particle Counters - Key FeaturesApexZ™ Particle Counter · Z3 · Z50
The lightest.
The smallest.
ApexZ is the lightest and smallest portable particle counter on the market.
ApexZ takes your environmental monitoring program up a level with a complete feature set. A self-diagnostic system ensures accurate, reliable measurements, and flexible data management simplifies analysis and reporting.
Display
7 inches. At your fingertips.
1200 × 800 IPS touchscreen. Twelve languages, including Turkish.
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Read the status from afar.
The handle with an RGB light pipe shows device status and alarms from anywhere in the room.
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Pull it out, pop it in, keep measuring.
Two hot-swappable Li-ion battery bays. Up to 11 hours of use on battery (50% duty cycle).
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Every detail, in an article.
We explain every feature of the instrument, how it works and how it relates to the standards in detailed technical articles.
Standards
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Standards: A Technical Comparison of the EU GMP and WHO GMP Guidelines
In pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality assurance processes are carried out within the framework of Good Manufacturing Practice (...
StandardsLMS XChange: A New Standard in Cleanroom Particle Counting
In cleanroom operations, contamination control directly affects not only product quality but also R&D processes. That is why it is...
ApplicationsParticle Counting in Pressurized Lines with a High-Pressure Diffuser (HPD)
The purity of gases used in industrial applications is vital for production efficiency and product quality.
ApplicationsLighthouse ApexZ Series Compatibility with Hydrogen Peroxide
What Is Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide? VHP (Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide) is a vapor derived from H2O2 and is used with the help of a...
ApplicationsCompleting Cleanroom Environmental Monitoring: The ApexZ TRH (Temperature and Humidity) Sensor
In cleanroom and controlled environment applications, tracking particles alone is often not enough. Another important parameter af...
StandardsGMP Workflow Activation
Features of ApexZ Series particle counters for GMP Workflow activation: Fast Certification: Fast certification is a single entry s...
Here are the highlights.
3.19 kg.
The lightest on the market.
Weight without battery. Easy to carry for multi-point measurement.
Self-diagnostics.
Laser power, current, flow and background are monitored continuously.
Built-in thermal printer.
Or print wirelessly to a network printer.
Battery swap while running.
Hot-swap smart batteries keep measurements from being interrupted. Charges to 80% in 90 minutes.
Two-way integration with LIMS.
Sampling plans and results talk to your systems.
A closer look at the details.
The ApexZ3 has a 3/8 inch inlet barb and the ApexZ50 a 1/2 inch one. An isokinetic probe attaches. Read the article
Ethernet, USB, micro USB, SmartPort and service port are on the side panel. Wi-Fi is built in. Read the article
Two removable, rechargeable Li-ion battery bays. Up to 11 hours of use.
A very long-life laser diode. Chemical-resistant, VHP-compatible housing. Read the article
Small details. Big difference.
21 CFR Part 11 compliant.
The audit trail keeps up to 20,000 messages: which user did what, and when. In addition to Admin, Power User and Operator levels, define your own user levels. Active Directory support.
1000 user
Read the article ›
Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB.
Configure the instrument and transfer data without taking it out of the sterile area.
Read the article ›Built-in printer.
Wireless output to a thermal printer or a network printer.
HEPA-filtered exhaust.
Filtered at 99.97% efficiency; the rotating outlet blows in the direction you want.
Automatic reports.
ISO 14644-1 and GMP Annex 1 reports are electronically signed; as PDF to USB or to a printer.
Read the article ›On-site update.
With the USB stick that comes with the instrument, without moving it and free of charge.
Read the article ›12 languages, including Turkish.
English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Russian, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Turkish, Thai.
10.000 records, 2,500 locations
The numbers speak for themselves.
0,3µmSmallest detected particle size (ApexZ3)
28,3L/dk1.0 CFM flow rate. 100 L/min on the ApexZ50
11hoursOn battery, at 50% duty cycle
3,19kgWeight without battery
<1countsZero count level in 5 minutes (ISO 21501-4 Annex C)
2yearsWarranty
Software
From data to decision with LMS XChange.
All data flow, from sampling plans to reports, in one place. ApexZ works with the entire LMS family.
- LMS Express, Express RT, Pharma, Professional and XChange
- Easy import and export, automatic report generation
- Data integrity: audit trail and user levels
Compliant with all the standards you need.
ISO 14644-1EU GMP Annex 1 (2022)ISO 21501-4ISO 17025 accreditation21 CFR Part 11FED 209E
The ApexZ3.
Choose the ApexZ that suits you.
Apex Z3
0,3µm
Smallest detected particle
- 1.0 CFM (28.3 L/min) flow
- 6 channels: 0.3 – 10.0 µm
- ISO 1–8 cleanrooms
Apex Z50
100L/dk
Flow rate (3.5 CFM)
- Starts at 0.5 µm
- 7 channels: 0.5 – 25.0 µm
- ISO 1–8 cleanrooms
| Smallest particle | 0,3 µm | 0,5 µm |
|---|---|---|
| Channels | 0,3 · 0,5 · 1,0 · 3,0 · 5,0 · 10,0 µm | 0,5 · 0,7 · 1,0 · 3,0 · 5,0 · 10,0 · 25,0 µm |
| Flow rate | 1.0 CFM (28.3 L/min) | 100 L/min (3.5 CFM) |
| Sample inlet | 3/8 inch | 1/2 inch |
| Concentration limit | 1,000,000 particles/ft³ (10%) | 300,000 particles/ft³ (10%) |
| Suitable classes | ISO 1–8 cleanrooms | ISO 1–8 cleanrooms |
Technical specifications.
Source: LWS ApexZ datasheet, DSAZ0226; IP54 information: golighthouse.com product page.
Measurement
- Light source
- Very long-life laser diode
- Counting modes
- Sample, Concentration, Beep, Custom Recipes, Certification
- Zero count
- < 1 count / 5 minutes (JIS B 9921 and ISO 21501-4 Annex C)
- Calibration
- ISO 21501-4 compliant, ISO 17025 accredited
- Output
- HEPA-grade filtered (> 99.97% @ 0.3 µm); rotating exhaust connection
- Self-diagnostics
- Laser power/current/supply, flow out of range, no flow, PA background/supply/health
Physical
- Dimensions
- 32,41 × 15,82 × 22,55 cm (u × g × y)
- Weight
- 3.19 kg (without battery), battery 0.61 kg
- Housing
- Chemical-resistant polycarbonate blend, conductive coating, VHP compatible, IP54
- Display
- 7.0 inch, 1200 × 800 IPS color touchscreen
- Speaker
- 2 units, adjustable up to 70 dB
- Operating conditions
- 10–40 °C, 20–95% relative humidity, non-condensing
Power and connectivity
- Battery
- 2-bay, removable, rechargeable Li-ion; up to 11 hours (50% duty cycle)
- External power
- 24 VDC, 5 A maximum
- Communication
- Ethernet, USB, Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n)
- Printer
- Built-in thermal printer (a model without printer is also available); wireless output to a network printer
Data and software
- Record capacity
- 10,000 records, 2,500 locations, 250 groups, 500 presets, 500 sampling plans, 500 certifications, 100 reports, 1000 users
- Reports
- FED 209E, ISO 14644-1:1999, ISO 14644-1:2015, EU GMP 2022
- Software
- LMS Express, LMS Express RT, LMS Pharma, LMS Professional, LMS XChange
- Temperature/humidity probe
- −17.8 to 65.6 °C (±0.5 °C); 0–100% (±2% RH)
Accessories.
High-pressure diffuser
For counting particles directly in pressurized lines.
Isokinetic sampling probe
1 CFM probe for the ApexZ3, 100 L/min probe for the ApexZ50, and Beveline hose.
Hot-swap smart battery
A second battery keeps measurement going without interruption.
Service
On-site accredited calibration.
Without disassembling your instrument or stopping production. ISO 21501-4 compliant, ISO 17025 accredited calibration is performed at your facility.
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