Air Capture Hoods

Accurate volumetric flow measurement is essential when your research hinges on precise ventilation performance. TSI air capture hoods help you quantify supply and exhaust directly at the grille or diffuser, enabling fast diagnostics, commissioning, and verification across labs, cleanrooms, containment areas, and test chambers.

Designed with R&D workflows in mind, these hoods combine lightweight frames with interchangeable hood sizes to match rectangular, square, and circular terminals. Flow-conditioning elements support stable readings in challenging conditions, while high-resolution sensing captures meaningful differences at both low and high flow rates. The result is a practical tool that helps you document air change rates, balance systems for experimental protocols, and confirm modeled assumptions with measured data.

Integrated data logging and simple exports fit seamlessly into research documentation. Capture time-stamped readings, annotate test conditions, and share files with collaborators for rapid review. Use the data to compare day-to-day variability, analyze pre- and post-adjustment states, and support institutional approvals for lab modifications or temporary setups.

Typical applications:

• Establish air change rates to support experimental protocols.
• Validate HVAC performance during lab reconfigurations and pilot studies.
• Balance supply and exhaust for fume hoods, biosafety cabinets, and containment areas.
• Verify diffuser performance and identify uneven distribution affecting experiments.
• Compare CFD predictions with measured volumetric flow to refine models.

Advantages for research teams:

• Speed and flexibility: quick setup, adaptable hood sizes, and user-friendly readouts.
• Reliable measurements: flow conditioning and stable sensors support repeatable results.
• Efficient documentation: built-in logging reduces manual transcription and helps streamline reporting.
• Portable durability: designed for regular movement between rooms and sites without compromising performance.

From initial commissioning to ongoing optimization, air capture hoods give your team a practical way to translate terminal airflow into clear, defensible numbers — so you can make adjustments with confidence and keep experiments on schedule.