CEL-553 Real time analyzer

The CEL-553 is the ideal instrument for occupational hygienists wishing to carry out quick noise surveys in the workplace. It can make simultaneous measurements of the 'A' weighted overall noise level and collect all the octave band data that is needed for the correct prescription of hearing protectors. Measurement times are cut by a factor of at least 10 compared with the traditional method of doing measurements using a serial frequency analyzer. The CEL-553 is also the best choice for the engineer needing to reduce the noise levels of a piece of machinery since it has both octave and third octave analysis capability that enable the most effective solutions to be determined. All results are taken using the "Snapshot" mode with the user controlling all of the acquisition of the noise measurements. This mode allows the user to walk around a factory and take readings whenever and wherever they are needed. The actual start time of each record in the measurement sequence is stored with the noise data as is the record duration. These items of information are downloaded to the PC using the supplied dB1 Windows software at the end of the measurement

CEL-553 Real time analyzer
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cel-553 real time analyzer
CEL-553.C1 Real time analyzer typical kit
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CEL-553.C1 real time analyzer
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Part # CEL-553.C1 Real time analyzer Part # CEL-553.C1/K1 Real time analyzer kit
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Example of direct printout for CEL-553 Real time analyzer Example of instrument screen
Measurement Applications Common to all CEL-500 Series Instruments
Application name Purpose of application Part number
"Fastore" * Available for all bandwidths with data capture rates from 10 milli sec to 1 sec for spectral recording (5 milli sec to 1 sec for broadband recording) to acquire transient data as fast as possible. Useful for gunfire, piling, impact noise, helicopter noise studies, low flying aircraft etc. CEL-5X3UPT
"Building Acoustics" Available for all bandwidths with 10 milli sec data capture for capturing decay times during reverberation time studies in enclosed spaces such as cinemas, theaters, swimming pools, apartments, houses etc. Instrument firmware can use either the impulsive method or continuous method to measure reverberation times with all control of the noise generation system carried out by the analyzer. Also has capability to measure noise levels on the source and receive side of partitions to measure the effectiveness of walls or ceilings. CEL-5X3UPR
"Loudness" Available only with 'C' versions of the analyzers which have the third octave capability to measure the sound quality inside automobiles or trucks when driving on the roads. Can be used to obtain an objective measure of the noise produced by household appliances such as washing machines or food processors to create a more acceptable noise from such sources. CEL-5X3UPL
"Logging" ** Available only with analyzers fitted with the CEL-526 Dual range preamplifier to offer 100 dB measurement range capability for long term unattended noise monitoring at such sites as quarries, large factory complexes etc. A real time output is available during a measurement that can be viewed remotely using appropriate CEL Windows software using modems or direct cable links. CEL-5X3.X100
* Note that the Fastore Application is included as standard with all CEL-593 models.
** Note that this is available only with the Type 1 versions of the CEL-500 series by specifying the 100 dB variant after the main model number. e.g. CEL-573.A100
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