The TE-5007-4 is a replacement clock drive mechanism for the TE-5007 7-day mechanical timer, designed for precise on/off control of high volume air sampling equipment. This 110 volt, 60 hertz clock drive serves as the critical timing component that controls sample collection periods and motor operation in ambient air monitoring systems.
Operation and Control Features
The timer features two electrical outlets: a timed female outlet on the left that controls the sampling equipment motor through the elapsed time indicator, and a continuous hot outlet on the right for powering accessories like flow recorders. This dual-outlet design enables simultaneous operation of timing-dependent sampling equipment and continuous monitoring devices.
The mechanical clock drive mechanism provides reliable 7-day programming capability without requiring backup batteries or digital components. These mechanical timers are available as an alternative to EPA-recommended digital timers and ensure accurate sampling results across TSP, PM10, and PM2.5 applications.
Compatibility
This replacement clock drive is compatible with all TE-5007 series 7-day mechanical timer assemblies used in Tisch Environmental high volume air samplers. TSP, PM10, and PM2.5 particulate samplers are built with the same basic timer components including the motor, timer, flow controller, elapsed time indicator, outdoor aluminum shelter, and pressure recorder, with Tisch Environmental using only high quality components to ensure reliability and consistency.
The TE-5007-4 connects to:
- TE-5012 Elapsed Time Indicator assemblies
- Brush-style and brushless blower motor systems
- Mass flow controlled (MFC) and volumetric flow controlled (VFC) samplers
- TE-5009 Continuous Flow Recorder units
Maintenance and Installation
As a replacement component, the TE-5007-4 clock drive should be installed by qualified technicians familiar with high volume sampler electrical systems. The timing mechanism requires no routine maintenance once properly installed, providing years of reliable service in outdoor monitoring stations.
This mechanical design eliminates concerns about battery backup failures or digital component malfunctions that can compromise sampling schedules. While digital timers include battery backup to prevent schedule violations during power failures, mechanical timers provide inherent reliability through their simple, proven design.
Applications
The TE-5007-4 supports ambient air quality monitoring programs including total suspended particulates (TSP), PM10, PM2.5, and polyurethane foam (PUF) pesticide and semi-volatile sampling by providing precise timing control for representative sample collection across fixed sampling periods.