Extrel MAX300-AIR™: Real-Time Environmental Mass Spectrometry for Industrial Air Monitoring

The MAX300-AIR™ by EXTREL, a division of Process Insights, is a high-performance quadrupole mass spectrometer engineered for environmental and ambient air monitoring in industrial settings. Designed to meet stringent regulatory compliance standards, this analyzer delivers real-time, high-sensitivity detection of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and trace-level contaminants across complex manufacturing environments.

Unmatched Analytical Performance

Powered by advanced quadrupole mass spectrometry, the MAX300-AIR offers:

• Ultra-fast analysis times – capable of measuring individual components in seconds.
• ppt-level detection limits – enabling precise quantification of trace contaminants.
• Unlimited compound detection – one analyzer can monitor a vast array of gases simultaneously.
• High accuracy and precision – ideal for safety-critical and regulatory reporting applications.

Scalable Multi-Point Monitoring

The MAX300-AIR is optimized for total site monitoring, with flexible sampling configurations supporting:

• 16, 31, 40, 80, 120, or 160+ sample points.
• Rotary valve options for smaller installations.
• FASTvalve technology for high-flow, zero dead-volume sampling across large facilities.

This scalability allows a single analyzer to replace multiple instruments, reducing capital and maintenance costs while improving data consistency.

Industrial-Grade Reliability

Built for continuous operation in demanding environments, the MAX300-AIR features:

• Dual filaments (active + spare) with automatic switchover.
• Disposable, plug-and-play ionizer – eliminates cleaning requirements.
• >99% demonstrated uptime – ensures uninterrupted monitoring.
• Low annualized cost of ownership – minimal maintenance and calibration needs.

VOC and Contaminant Detection

The MAX300-AIR can detect and quantify a wide range of industrial pollutants, including:

• Hydrogen sulfide, benzene, toluene, xylene, styrene
• Chlorobenzene, acetone, acrylonitrile, acetonitrile
• Vinyl acetate, arsine, freons, EDC, VCM
• Trichloroethane, carbon tetrachloride, ammonia
• MEK, MTBE, methyl iodine, vinyl bromide, dioxanes, pyrrole

Its sensitivity enables benzene detection below 0.3 μg/m³ (0.1 ppb), with real-time alerts for rapid source identification.

Applications and Industries

The MAX300-AIR is trusted across a wide range of sectors:

• Environmental monitoring – emissions tracking from plants, landfills, and fence lines.
• Petrochemical and power generation – process control and flare gas analysis.
• Pharmaceutical and semiconductor – cleanroom air quality and solvent monitoring.
• General industrial hygiene – worker safety and exposure limit compliance.