About Sparklike Laser Portable™ 2.1
Sparklike Laser Portable™ 2.1 window manufacturing equipment measures insulating gas concentration on triple and double glazed units. The device measures oxygen, and the results are converted to concentration of argon, krypton, and other insulating gases. The battery-operated, portable device is based on laser technology (TDLAS).
Features
- Compact measuring head with New ErgoGrip™ – three handles and start-buttons, easy to handle in different measuring positions
- Smaller main unit case with 150 mm pneumatic wheels – easy to maneuver
- Vacuum gripping to the IG unit – light signal when reading and vacuum grip is released
- Insulating gas check at any point of the production flow
- Measured units can be delivered to the end user and checked again at a later date
- ErgoGrip™ handles and three start buttons for any measurement position
- Compact trolley unit for easy maneuverability – enables on-site measuring
- Determines accurately the concentration of insulating gas, and glass and cavity thicknesses
- Measures the residual oxygen – any insulating gas can be checked
- Patented TDLAS technology
- Portable device with battery
- Technical support with remote connection
Sparklike Product Comparison
| Feature | Handheld Argon | Handheld Argon/Krypton | Laser Portable 2.1 | Laser Integrated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argon | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Krypton | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Other Noble Gases | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| Measures through Most Low-E | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| Measures through Most Laminates | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| Portable | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Integrated to IG Line | ✔ | |||
| Automated Measurement | ✔ | |||
| Measurements Download to PC | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| PDF Report per IGU (Insulated Glass Unit) | ✔ | |||
| Barcode Reader (optional) | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| Wi-Fi Ready (optional) | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| Double Insulated Glass Unit | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Triple Insulated Glass Unit | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| Custom Payment Plan | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Calibrated at GED | ✔ | |||
| Rentable from GED | ✔ | |||
| Usable in The Field | ✔ | |||
| Price | $ | $$ | $$$ | $$$$ |
Sparklike Laser Portable™ 2.0 Frequently Asked Questions
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Does Sparklike manufacture a device that is capable of measuring quad IG?
Yes, the Laser Portable™ 2.0 is capable of measuring Quad IGUs. The first measurement will be taken as if a triple, and the second measurement will be taken as if a double, from the opposite side.
Here is an illustration showing how 2 measurements can be taken to test gas concentration in a Quad pane IG.
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What technical improvements does the Laser Portable 2.0 have over its predecessor?
The Laser Portable 2.0 is shipped in two cases with the measurement head having its own case. This results in a much smaller case when in the operating mode. In addition, the measurement head of the 2.0 is smaller with additional handles and additional measurement start pushbuttons. Sparklike has also made improvements with the cable connections by moving the connectors to the outside of this smaller case.
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Can I measure laminate glass using the Laser Portable 2.0?
The Laser Portable 2.0 will measure through most all low-e coatings/laminate.
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How accurate are the Laser Portable 2.0’s measurements?
Regarding the air space thickness, the accuracy is the same as with the glass thickness measurement: 50 micrometers.
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How accurate are the Laser Portable 2.0’s measurements?
Regarding the air space thickness, the accuracy is the same as with the glass thickness measurement: 50 micrometers.
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If I have a triple glazed unit with a low-e on surface #2 and #4 would I be able to get a reading for both cavities?
Yes. The Laser Portable will measure both cavities through most all low–e coatings.
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Can the Laser Portable 2.0 retain and track readings like the in-line unit?
The Laser Portable unit can track results, which can be saved to a USB memory stick. It’s not integrated into your systems and will not have the report capability other than the .txt file.
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Can the barcode reader option be added to a Laser Portable at a later date?
Yes, the barcode reader can be added later, and remotely.
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How is measuring data extracted from the device and viewed?
The results of measurements taken with the Laser Portable can be downloaded and transferred using a USB memory stick that can be installed in the portable. The Wi-Fi option allows the results of the measurements to be immediately sent to the company’s information system. This eliminates the need to remove the USB memory stick and transfer the data to a computer. Wi–Fi can be added afterwards; we cannot do it remotely.
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What are the main differences in measuring technology between the Sparklike Laser Portable™ 2.0 and Sparklike Handheld™ 3.0?
The Laser Portable 2.0 uses a different technology than the Handheld.
The Handheld uses Spark Emission Spectroscopy (SES) to determine the gas levels. The instrument looks at the intensity and the color of the spark to make its measurements. Background lighting can be detrimental to the operation of the Handheld. Different algorithms are used for argon and krypton measurements. The ability to measure krypton is an option and is not normally included with most Handhelds.
The Laser Portable 2.0 uses Tunable Diode Laser Absorption Spectroscopy (TDLAS) to determine the gas content. By measuring the amount of the laser signal that is absorbed by the oxygen within the IG unit, the instrument calculates the gas content. The Laser Portable does not determine the type of gas within the unit. It cannot determine whether the insulating gas is argon, krypton, or a mixture. The Laser Portable also measures the configuration of the unit and supplies the dimensions of the glass, cavity thickness and overall unit thickness.
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How does the Laser Portable 2.0 compare to the Handheld 3.0 in terms of measuring accuracy?
The tolerance of the Laser Portable is much better than the Handheld. The readings are within +/- 1% to levels as low as 1%. The accuracy does not decrease with lower gas levels as does the Handheld.
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How does the Laser Portable 2.0 take IGU measurements?
The Laser Portable measures the gas content of the first cavity and then the gas content of the entire unit. It then calculates the content of the second cavity. In most cases the instrument is not influenced by low–e coatings, laminations, or thicker commercial glass. Glass thickness “presets” can be entered into the instrument to assist in the measurement of thicker glass.
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Does light exposure affect the Laser Portable’s measuring results?
The Laser Portable is not affected by background lighting and can be used in the field to measure the content of installed insulating glass units.
Designed & Manufactured in the USA