VersaTrapSpore Trap Cassette

Traps Smaller Mold Spores Using Higher Flows

High collection efficiency from 5 to 30 L/min

VersaTrap captures Aspergillus and Penicillium mold spores as small as 1.5 µm at 30 L/min

A standard collection method for mold spore count and genus identification
Easy analysis — ASTM D7391-09

Positioning notches and flat edges for easy alignment on microscope stage
Uniform, well-defined rectangular deposition

Optimized slide adhesive

Optically clear and tested for superior adherence

SureSeal certified leak-free cassettes for sample integrity
Unique serial number on each cassette for sample traceability

VersaTrap Product Data Bulletin (PDF)

VersaTrap Technical Note 1649: Performance of the VersaTrap Spore Trap Cassette (PDF)

VersaTrap Operating Instructions (PDF)

VersaTrap Cassette Analytical Laboratories Reference List

VersaTrap^® spore trap cassettes provide the sampling versatility you need to capture mold spores and other particles ranging from 1.5 to 3.9 µm. Sampling is as easy as selecting the flow rate that will target the desired particle size (see table below), calibrating a pump to the flow rate, and collecting the sample.

VersaTrap Design
The narrow slit inlet focuses particles toward the clear glass slide coated with a fully optimized sticky substrate. Targeted size particles are effectively held in a well-defined rectangular footprint. Each slide is encased in a SureSeal certified leak-free cassette to ensure sample integrity.

The VersaTrap Advantage

Positioning notches and flat edge on slide
Fast, easy alignment on microscope stage

Uniform particle deposition
Uniform rectangular deposition provide for accurate analysis using standard equipment.

High collection efficiency at flows between 5 and 30 L/min
Target specific size particles for true versatility. See table below for more information.
Unique serial numbering for sample traceability

VersaTrap Cassette mounted on Sampling Wand with QuickTake 30 Sample Pump

Sample Time:	1, 2, 5, or 10 minutes
Sampling Rate:	15 L/min optimum
Sample Pump:	QuickTake 30

VersaTrap Applications

Indoor Air Quality investigations

Cleanroom contaminant profiling

Infection control

HVAC evaluation

Allergy testing

Asbestos

Water intrusion

Fiber analysis

Wall cavities

VersaTrap Makes Analysis Easy

Slides are easily removed from the cassette

Positioning notches and flat edges provide for fast, easy alignment

Well-defined rectangular footprint for accurate analysis using standard equipment

Unique serial numbers for sample traceability

VersaTrap Performance High Flows + Low cut-points + No Particle Bounce = High Collection Efficiency
Flow Rate	VersaTrap 50% Cut-point (µm)
30.0	1.5
25.0	1.7
20.0	1.9
15.0	2.3
10.0	2.8
5.0	3.9

For further information and a performance graph, download VersaTrap Technical Note 1649: Performance of the VersaTrap Spore Trap Cassette (PDF).

QuickTake® 30 Sample Pump — Ideal for Spore Traps

The SKC QuickTake 30 sample pump is especially easy to use with VersaTrap as it was designed for spore trap cassettes to mount directly onto the pump and supply the features and accessories most needed for bioaerosol screening. The highly versatile QuickTake 30 sample pump can also be used with wall samplers, standard filter cassettes, impactors, and remote media. A programmable timer allows unattended sampling.

For a listing of laboratories that analyze the VersaTrap Cassette, see the VersaTrap Cassette Analytical Laboratories Reference List .

Ordering Information

Description	Qty.	Cat. No.
VersaTrap Spore Trap Cassette, 37 mm Limited shelf-life	10	225-9820
	50	225-9821
Accessories		Cat. No.
VersaTrap Wall Adapters, for sampling in wall cavities	5	225-9822
SureSeal Cassette Opener, stainless steel		225-13-5A
Sampling Wand, telescopes to 34 inches (0.9 meter) for ductwork and hard-to-reach locations, includes 6 feet (1.8 meters) of tubing		228-9521
Cassette Adapter, for use with QuickTake 15 and QuickTake 30 Sample Pumps. This adapter is also used as the calibration adapter.		P33100
Sampling Pump and Accessories
QuickTake 30 Sample Pump, Rotameter, and Charger includes one pump with battery pack, AC charger/adapter (110-240 V), cassette and tubing adapters, rotameter, and tubing QuickTake pumps contain Li-Ion batteries and are subject to special shipping regulations. Do not operate or charge in hazardous locations. Not UL Listed for intrinsic safety Not CE Marked		228-9530A