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LI-8820 AtmospherIQ™ N2O/H2O Gas Analyzer

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The LI-8820 brings dependable long-term performance to atmospheric N2O observatories. Built around the proven OF-CEAS platform and backed by a 5-year no-questions-asked warranty, the LI-8820 is poised to make atmospheric N2O monitoring more widespread than ever.

DEPENDABLE N2O MEASUREMENTS FOR ATMOSPHERIC BASELINE MONITORING

The optical bench tested by leading networks and proven in LI-COR Trace Gas Analyzers is now available to long-term monitoring stations. Performance evaluations show that the LI-8820 N2O gas analyzer meets or exceeds requirements for leading networks. Based on the proven operational efficiency of the AtmospherIQ optical bench, the LI-8820 will bring many benefits to atmospheric N2O measurements, not limited to dependable performance.

N2O Analysis SpecificationsWMO Compatibility GoalICOS Station SpecificationsLI-8820 Performance
Precision, 1 σShort Period±0.10 ppb< 0.10 ppb (1 min)< 0.10 ppb (5 sec)
Long Period< 0.05 ppb (1 hour)< 0.05 ppb (1 hour)
Repeatability (1 σ), 10 min avg< 0.10 ppb< 0.10 ppb (8 hr)
Table 1. LI-8820 N2O measurement performance meets or exceeds WMO goals and ICOS standards for N2O gas analysis.
AtmospherIQ LI-8820 N2O Allan Plot
Figure 1. N2O stability data from an LI-8820 as it measured continuously flowing tank gas (330 ppb N2O) over a 48-hour period. The Allan deviation plot shows N2O precision with 1-second averaging. Error bars represent 68% (±1σ) confidence intervals based on the number of averaged time series available at each τ.

GAS ANALYSIS FOR CONTEMPORARY NEEDS

AtmospherIQ Gas Analyzers feature numerous patented technologies and innovations that ensure high-quality data and dependable long-term operation. The combination of a high-finesse optical cavity, dense data grid created by fixed cavity resonance modes, and tightly controlled cavity temperature and pressure ensures that the AtmospherIQ optical bench satisfies the expectations for contemporary laser-based gas analyzers.

5-Year

Protection

Market-leading 5-year service agreement with loaner instruments included, if needed, comes standard with each analyzer. No questions asked.

Patented

Innovation

Patented technologies optimize the proven Optical Feedback – Cavity Enhanced Absorption Spectroscopy (OF-CEAS) platform for atmospheric monitoring.

Versatile

Pump Options

Vibration-isolated internal pump or optional external pump for versatility.

Battery

Backup

Backup battery power ensures continuous logging and elegant shutdown if main power is lost.

5-Year

Protection

Market-leading 5-year service agreement with loaner instruments included, if needed, comes standard with each analyzer. No questions asked.

Patented

Innovation

Patented technologies optimize the proven Optical Feedback – Cavity Enhanced Absorption Spectroscopy (OF-CEAS) platform for atmospheric monitoring.

Versatile

Pump Options

Vibration-isolated internal pump or optional external pump for versatility.

Battery

Backup

Backup battery power ensures continuous logging and elegant shutdown if main power is lost.

5-Year

Protection

Market-leading 5-year service agreement with loaner instruments included, if needed, comes standard with each analyzer. No questions asked.

Patented

Innovation

Patented technologies optimize the proven Optical Feedback – Cavity Enhanced Absorption Spectroscopy (OF-CEAS) platform for atmospheric monitoring.

Versatile

Pump Options

Vibration-isolated internal pump or optional external pump for versatility.

Battery

Backup

Backup battery power ensures continuous logging and elegant shutdown if main power is lost.

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A SIMPLE ADDITION TO ATMOSPHERIC MONITORING STATIONS

AtmospherIQ Gas Analyzers are easy to add to existing monitoring infrastructure.

  • Flexible data management and controls support communication with devices and data management infrastructure.
  • Support for custom software integrations to simplify remote data acquisition, instrument calibration, and system monitoring.
  • Built-in data storage automatically records all measurements, events, and performance anomalies for robust data quality analysis and redundancy.
  • Low power operation dispels concerns about marginal main power supplies, with compatibility with global main power standards
  • Backup battery power ensures continuous logging and elegant shutdown if main power is lost.
  • Simple tubing connections for easy addition to measurement infrastructure.
  • Compatible with standard 19″ instrument racks, occupying four rack units (4U) each.

LI-8820 Specifications

N2O Measurements

  • Precision (1σ):
    • 0.10 ppb with 5-second averaging
    • 0.08 ppb with 5-minute averaging
    • 0.05 ppb with 1-hour averaging
  • Drift (1σ), 10 min avg, 8-hr: < 0.1 ppb
  • Response Time (T10-T90) from 0 to 330 ppb:
    • ≤ 2 seconds in Standard Configuration
    • ≤ 3 seconds in High Altitude Configuration
  • Range: 0 to 100 ppm

H2O Measurements

  • Range: 0 to 60,000 ppm
  • Precision (1σ):
    • 20 ppm at 10,000 ppm with 5-second averaging
    • 5 ppm at 10,000 ppm with 5-minute averaging

General

  • Measurement Technique: OF-CEAS (Optical Feedback – Cavity Enhanced Absorption Spectroscopy) direct molecule measurements
  • Measurement Rate: 1 sample per second (1 Hz)
  • Optical Cavity Volume: 6.4 cm3
  • Flow Rate:
    • 250 sccm nominal in Standard Configuration
    • 150 sccm nominal in High Altitude Configuration
  • Total Weight: 18.2 kg (including batteries)
  • Case Dimensions: 56 cm × 48.25 cm × 18 cm (D × W × H)
  • Operating Temperature Range: -25 °C to 45 °C
  • Operating Humidity Range: 0 to 85% RH (non-condensing, without solar load, under normal operating conditions)
  • Sample Line Humidity Range: 0 to 99% non-condensing
  • Operating Pressure Range:
    • 70 to 110 kPa in standard and reduced flow rate configuration
    • 50 to 110 kPa in high altitude configuration
  • Connectivity: Ethernet TCP/IP; RJ45 connector
  • Power Consumption:
    • Steady State Operation: 22 Watts at 25 °C without batteries charging
    • Warmup: Up to 100 W with batteries charging
  • Power Supply Adapter (included): Universal Power Adapter (Input: 100 to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz; Output: 24 VDC)
  • Battery Life: 8 hours typical with 2 batteries
  • U.S. Patents: 8,659,758; 8,665,442; 8,885,167; 9,116,047; 9,194,742; 9,304,080; 9,581,492; 9,678,003; 9,759,654; 9,759,655; 9,989,729; 10,514,299; 10,527,492 and 11,441,944.

External pump

  • Dimensions: 17 cm × 27 cm × 18 cm (D × W × H)
  • Weight: 4.1kg

Specifications subject to change without notice.

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