Kunak AIR Lite
Air quality monitoring station
Start measuring the environmental impact of your operations.
Key Benefits
- Application-based design
- Built-in OLED display
- Best accuracy
- Cost-effective
Description
Start measuring the environmental impact of your operations. Monitor pollution levels and make quick, effective decisions to protect human health and the environment. With the Kunak AIR Lite air quality monitoring station, you get accurate data on multiple pollutants easily, quickly and cost-effectively. Designed for industrial applications and mass deployments in cities, the Kunak AIR Lite provides you with accurate, real-time air quality information.
Features
- Application-based design: Select your targeted pollutants for industrial monitoring or massive deployments in cities.
- Built-in OLED display: Easy installation and on-field diagnosis thanks to its embedded display.
- Best accuracy: Get the most reliable and accurate data without the need of additional external instruments.
- Cost-effective: Get the most accurate technology at a fair cost.
- Cartridges system: Replace and combine gas cartridges and PM sensor with a plug & play system.
- Easy data integration: Local wired integration through slave Modbus RTU or via API through the cloud.
- Rugged & Compact design: The smallest air quality solution designed for harsh environments (IP65 & IK08).
- Targeted pollutants: Measure up to 2 gases and particulate matter at once.
- Fully autonomous: Autonomous operation with its built-in battery and solar panel.
Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Kunak devices ATEX certified?
Kunak devices are designed for the perimetric monitoring of diffuse emissions or leak detection in areas not classified as ATEX. They can be adapted to operate in explosive-risk environments, complying with ATEX Zone 1 requirements, provided the system is properly configured.
How often are the cartridges replaced and software renewed?
The lifespan of each cartridge depends on the sensor type and environmental conditions, typically ranging from 12 to 36 months. More details can be found in the catalogue. Kunak Cloud services are renewed annually to maintain updated analysis, calibration, and data traceability.
Is the device portable or fixed?
Kunak devices can be installed on lamp posts, walls, masts, or tripods. Thanks to their lightweight and modular design, they can be easily relocated by detaching the base and reattaching it elsewhere.
How often should the device be calibrated?
Sensors are factory-calibrated and supplied with an official calibration certificate. To maintain accuracy, a remote calibration or adjustment is recommended every three months or after relocation or seasonal changes.
What calibration options are available?
Calibration can be performed through: co-location with a reference station, gas hood calibration with standard gas cylinders, or remote adjustment using historical data. The method depends on the project requirements and available budget.
Can data be obtained locally (Modbus)?
Yes. All Kunak devices include Modbus RTU RSxx protocol, allowing local data transmission and reading without relying on internet connectivity.
How does the device communicate?
The system transmits data via cellular (4G/3G), Ethernet, Wi-Fi, or Modbus, adapting to the available network infrastructure at each site.
What is the battery life?
Devices include an internal backup battery providing between 3 and 30 days of autonomy, depending on the configuration and active sensors.
At what height should the device be installed?
Installation is recommended at a height of 3–4 metres above ground to ensure representative measurements and prevent interference or vandalism.
Does the device have internal memory?
Yes. It features high-speed internal memory capable of storing data for up to 15 days without an internet connection, ensuring data continuity.
Can meteorological probes be connected?
Yes. Kunak AIR Pro supports up to 6 meteorological probes, and Kunak AIR Lite up to 2, depending on the model. This allows correlation between environmental variables and pollutant concentrations.
Can it be installed on a vehicle or drone for mobile monitoring?
Yes, provided the speed does not exceed 20 km/h. This ensures measurement stability and accurate environmental data capture.
Does this technology have certifications?
Sensor-based devices are not governed by a single certification. Kunak continuously validates its devices in the field alongside independent bodies. These tests ensure that the data complies with the European Air Quality Directive and US EPA standards.
Is the Kunak AIR Cloud platform mandatory?
Yes. Kunak AIR Cloud is essential for temperature and humidity compensation, remote maintenance, auto-diagnostics, baseline correction, data validation, and ensuring data traceability.
Can the devices be used indoors?
Yes. The devices can be used in industrial, agricultural, or logistics environments, providing accurate pollutant control even indoors.
What is the difference between the AIR Pro and AIR Lite particle sensors?
Kunak AIR Pro: 24-channel, MCERTS-certified sensor that measures fine and coarse particles (PM1, PM2.5, PM10) with indicative measurement quality. Kunak AIR Lite: 5-channel, non-MCERTS sensor specialised in detecting fine particles.
How are the data integrated with third-party platforms?
Data can be automatically integrated via REST API, Modbus, or FTP, facilitating connection with external environmental or industrial management systems.
What is the difference between calibration and correction?
Calibration adjusts the sensor’s response against a traceable reference (reference station or certified gas) to determine uncertainty. Correction modifies the sensor’s response without an external reference to reduce error or drift but doesn’t quantify uncertainty. In summary, calibration uses an external reference, while correction is an internal adjustment to maintain sensor reliability. More information on page 35 of the catalogue.
Resources & Downloads
Respirar Fundo, the project revealing what air Portuguese schoolchildren breathe
Client: Associação Bora Ambientar
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Smart dust monitoring at Northparkes mine (Australia)
Client: Northparkes Operations (Joint venture between Evolution Mining and Sumitomo Group)
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Environmental monitoring of air quality and noise at Subic Bay international airport
Client: Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority
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