Air Capture Hoods

AccuBalance Air Capture Hood 8380

Model Number: 8380

The AccuBalance® Air Capture Hood 8380 is a multipurpose electronic air balancing instrument primarily used for efficiently taking direct air volume readings at diffusers and grilles. It features a detachable micromanometer which can be used with optional probes for increased flexibility in multiple measurement applications.

Product Details

Offering durable, trouble-free operation, this lightweight, ergonomically designed capture hood kit saves time and money by combining multiple measurement tools into one package. The AccuBalance® Air Capture Hood 8380 helps you create healthy and energy efficient environments while meeting local codes, guidelines and regulations for ventilation systems.

Only available outside of North America. Please see the Alnor Balometer® Capture Hood EBT731 for availability in North America.

Applications

  • HVAC commissioning
  • Clean room certification
  • Troubleshooting HVAC systems
  • Testing and balancing HVAC systems

Included Items

  • 2 ft. x 2 ft. (610 mm x 610 mm) air capture hood/frame/base
  • Detachable micromanometer
  • Swirl X Flow Conditioner
  • (4) AA size rechargeable NiMH batteries
  • Multi-country AC adapter
  • 18 in. (46 cm) Pitot probe
  • (2) Static Pressure probes
  • 16 ft (4.8 m) Neoprene tubing
  • Wheeled luggage-style carrying case
  • NIST traceable calibration certification
  • Downloading software
  • USB interface cable
  • Manual

Features and benefits

  • Ergonomic design and ultra light weight for easy, one-person operation
  • Automatically senses and displays supply or return flows, saving time on the job
  • Back pressure compensation ensures accurate readings
  • Multiple hood sizes available for easy, cost effective use across multiple jobs
  • Detachable digital micromanometer offers flexibility to use in multiple applications

Detachable Micromanometer Features and Benefits

  • Accurately measures pressure, velocity and flow to help you meet industry standards
  • Auto-zeroing pressure sensor reduces user-steps and saves time
  • Automatic density correction increases reading accuracy
  • Intuitive menu structure allows for ease of use and setup
  • Large graphic display with backlight offers easy-to-use interface
    • Displays up to five measurements simultaneously  
    • On-screen messages and instructions
    • Programmed for multiple languages
     
  • Integrated Log-Tchebycheff duct traverse application simplifies calculations
  • Bluetooth communications for transferring data or remote polling   
  • Includes downloading software with USB cable
  • Accommodates optional pitot, air flow (straight pitot), temperature/relative humidity, velocity matrix, or thermoanemometer probes for use in multiple applications

Related Resources

  • Application Notes
  • Brochures
  • Handbooks
  • Installation Instructions
  • Manuals
  • Spec Sheets