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MAS-100® Family Brochure
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MAS-100® Family Brochure

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Overview of MAS-100® Family:
The MAS-100® series consists of advanced microbial air monitoring systems utilizing the Anderson impaction principle. These systems are designed for precise air sampling and comply with ISO 14698 standards, featuring a mass flow sensor for accurate air flow regulation at 100 litres/min.
Key Features and Specifications:
  • MAS-100 Iso NT®: Designed for isolators with a double valve system for decontamination integration, supporting Ethernet and Profibus communication.
  • MAS-100 Iso MH®: Suitable for isolators, featuring a unique security concept and an internal pump for automatic disinfection.
  • MAS-100 VF®: Developed for controlled environments, offering electronic speed control and compatibility with standard Petri dishes.
  • MAS-100 NT® and NT® Ex: Portable systems with high airflow accuracy, featuring a new perforated lid and USB data communication port. The NT® Ex is explosion-proof.
  • MAS-100 Eco®: An economical option without a mass flow sensor, suitable for cleanroom applications.
  • MAS-100 CG Ex®: Designed for compressed gas sampling, approved for use in explosion hazard areas.
Technical Specifications:
Each model has specific dimensions, weight, material, and power requirements. They support various sampling volumes and include features like rechargeable batteries, alphanumeric displays, and CE approvals.
Applications and Compliance:
The MAS-100® systems are ideal for aseptic production, sterility testing, and environmental monitoring in cleanrooms and isolators. They comply with international standards and offer automated calibration and data communication features.
Technical Specifications and Standards:
The document details technical specifications for microbial air sampling products, including:
  • Sampling Head: Anodized aluminum, height 16.0 cm, diameter 10.0 cm, weight 1.5 kg, autoclavable at 121°C for 20 minutes.
  • DA-100 NT® Digital Anemometer: Accuracy of ±1.0% at 100 liters/min, height 8.5 cm, diameter 11 cm, weight 0.8 kg, with a magnetic vane bearing and alphanumeric LCD display.
CE approvals and Ex-Proof certifications ensure compliance with international standards.
Calibration and Validation:
The DA-100 NT® is used for calibrating MAS-100® instruments, ensuring high accuracy with traceability to Swiss standards. Calibration certificates are provided, and validation protocols assist in implementing IQ, OQ, and PQ processes, following EP/USP and GMP guidelines.
Services and Support:
Merck Millipore offers comprehensive maintenance programs, including yearly checks and calibration for MAS-100® systems. Various service contract levels are available, with certified engineers providing on-site service and training.
Product Offerings:
The document lists various MAS-100® models and accessories, including:
  • MAS-100 NT® and MAS-100 Eco® Air Samplers with different configurations and accessories.
  • heipha® ICR and ICRplus Settle Plates for air monitoring, available in various formulations and packaging sizes.
Ordering Information:
Detailed ordering information is provided for MAS-100® products and accessories, including part numbers and descriptions.
References and Contact Information:
The document includes references to scientific literature and provides contact information for Merck Millipore offices and technical services.
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MAS-100® Family Brochure-1

The MAS-100® Family Leading solutions for air monitoring

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Improve your viable air sampling with the MAS-100® The most complete and accurate line of microbial air monitoring systems available! How the Sample collection heipha® ICR* and MAS-100® works accuracy ICRplus Settle Plates All MAS-100 ® Microbial Air Monitoring Systems are sieve impaction systems based on the Anderson impaction principle, accepted and proven worldwide. Air is aspirated through a perforated lid. A radial fan, controlled by a flow sensor, accurately regulates air flow real time at 100 litres/min. The air is impacted onto the surface of growth media in a 90 – 100 mm Petri dish or...

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Table of Contents 04 The MAS-100 Iso NT® 06 The MAS-100 Iso MH® 08 The MAS-100 VF® 10 The MAS-100 NT® 11 The MAS-100 NT® Ex 12 The MAS-100 Eco® 13 The MAS-100 CG Ex® 14 The DA-100 NT® 15 Services & Support 16 ICR & ICRplus Settle Plates 18 Ordering Information

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The MAS-100 Iso NT® is specifically designed for use in aseptic production and sterility testing isolators. The MAS -100 Iso NT® is now a family of systems which includes an, IP54 and IP66 versions for increased flexibility. The MAS -100 Iso NT® is produced by GAMP 4 specifications and is compliant with guidelines as specified in ISO 14698 part1 and part 2. The MAS -100 Iso NT® uses an innovative double valve system which enables the sampling heads and unit to be integrated into the decontamination process of the isolator or cleanroom. The valve system allows the vaporized hydrogen peroxide (VHP),...

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The new MAS -100 Iso NT® shares the same sampling accuracy and features of the regular MAS -100 Iso NT®. For further information about our workshops and onsite services please have a look at page 15. The system operates with an integrated mass flow sensor and uses 90 – 100 mm Petri dishes. The sampling head mounts inside the isolator with the instrument portion on the outside. The MAS -100 Iso NT® utilizes a flexible communications package including Ethernet, Profibus and 9 digital inputs/outputs. The MAS -100 Iso NT® allows for remote activation via a computer or the PLS controlled on the isolator....

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The MAS-100 Iso MH® Innovation pure by Merck Millipore The MAS-100 Iso MH® is used to control the microbiological contamination of the air in isolators. A unique security concept permits the installation of the sampling heads for standard 90 – 100 mm Petri dishes at the critical control points. All electronic and moving parts are outside the critical zone. The MAS-100 Iso MH® has an additional internal pump with flow control for automatic disinfection of the sampling head and the aspiration tube. Air exaust Decontaminant exaust

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An innovative double valve system enables the sampling heads to be integrated into the decontamination process of the isolator. Each unit has an air- and a sterilisation pump and works fully autonomous. The MAS-100 Iso MH® is built according to GAMP 5 and corresponds to the ISO 14698 standard. It is a completly validated system designed for the highest demands. Technical Specifications for Mas-100 Iso MH® Feature Sampling head Instrument Airflow Sampling volume Impaction speed Sampling head Operation Automatic calibration cycle Ethernet, USB, RS232 ports, Digital in/outputs Automatic in-line...

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The next generation of Air Samplers The new MAS-100 VF® active Air Sampler was especially developed for controlled environments. Regulatory expectations require air monitoring in manufacturing facilities because microbial contamination may influence quality and reduce shelf life. The MAS-100 VF® uses 90 – 100 mm standard Petri dishes, is easy to handle and compact, while it is ideal for monitoring the quality of your environment. Its electronic speed control maintains an accurate flow rate. Like all MAS-100® systems, the MAS-100 VF® samples at a flow rate of 100 litres per minute. The handle...

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The simple user menu is easily accessed and operated by a single touch slide control. Sampling volumes are programmable from 1 – 1,000 litres, with 5 preset volumes to assure reproducible results. Technical Specifications Feature Height Diameter Depth with handle Weight Material Diameter of sampling head Nominal airflow Sampling volume 179 mm 109 mm 148 mm 1.75 kg (with sampling head) Anodized aluminum 10 cm 100 LPM ± 4 % Preset values: 50, 100, 250, 500 and 1,000 litres Each volume can be preset to a value from 1 to 1,000 litres Electronic For standard Petri dishes and contact plates 1/4” and...

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The industry standard for viable air sampling The MAS-100 NT ® and MAS-100 NT® Ex portable microbial airsamplers are the next generation of the industry standard for use in critical environments. These compact yet sophisticated devices are the preferred choice for those demanding the highest quality in microbial air monitoring. The MAS-100 NT® systems feature a new 300-hole perforated lid for increased collection efficiency and impaction speed. Both systems utilize standard 90 – 100 mm agar plates or can be adapted to fit 55 – 60 mm contact plates allowing for a low consumable cost and greater...

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for use in explosion proof areas. The MAS-100 NT® Ex has received ATEx Conformity and can be used in zone 2 and gas groups 11A,11B and 11C in temperature classes T1 to T4. cycle. The MAS-100 NT® is powered by a new Lithium ion rechargeable battery with an intelligent charging program that assures long battery life without routine discharging. When fully charged, the battery pack provides 7 hours of continuous operation or about 42,000 litres of total volume. The MAS-100 NT® Microbial Air Sampler also features new USB data communication port. This allows for easy download of software upgrades...

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The MAS-100 Eco® The MAS-100 Eco® offers an economical alternative to our highly acclaimed MAS-100 ® Microbial Air Samplers. This smaller, lightweight unit is ideal for applications in or out of the cleanroom. The MAS-100® Eco offers many of the same features found on the standard MAS-100® Air Samplers, without the mass flow sensor. Like all MAS-100® systems, the MAS-100 Eco® samples at a flow rate of 100 litres per minute and uses standard 90 – 100 mm Petri dishes, providing a low operating cost. The handle doubles as a stand to allow different angles for testing and an optional tripod adapter...

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.