ABOUT SERVICES PRODUCTS EXPERIENCE CAREERS CONTACT SMOKE GENERATOR Now with propylene glycol HOME > PRODUCTS > SMOKE GENERATOR > SMOKE GENERATOR Qualitative wind tunnel studies are often just as important as quantitative ones. In some cases, they’re more so. Many techniques have been developed to “see” the airflow over a test model. These include yarn tufts, colored oils and smoke. AEROLAB now offers propylene glycol as an alternative to white mineral oil. AEROLAB’s electric-powered Smoke Generator produces thick white smoke. Although originally developed for wind tunnel testing, the system has been used in other applications such as heating and ventilation, medical research and automotive design. Smoke Fluids Comparison Advantages of propylene glycol: Very little residue on test models No unpleasant odor Ventilation to the outdoors unnecessary Dissipates quickly (usually by tunnel exit) Advantages of white mineral oil: Very long-lived, thick “smoke” Performance Specifications Run time at highest flow rate is approximately 45 minutes Detailed Description The AEROLAB Smoke Generator requires only compressed air and 110VAC to operate. It produces smoke by vaporizing white mineral oil or propylene glycol as it flows through the electronically heated wand tip. Compressed air moves the smoke fluid from a reservoir to the wand. Wands are available in two lengths. Custom lengths are available through special order. The system is composed of two major components: the base and the wand. The base houses a compressed air regulator, a smoke fluid reservoir, a heater control and an indicator lamp. The wand houses the heating element. Smoke density and volume are controlled by a combination of air pressure and heater setting adjustments. Base Unit Dimensions – 14.5 x 5 x 7.75 inches (36.8 x 12.7 x 19.7 cm) Weight – 10.5 pounds (4.76 kg) Reservoir capacity – 16 fluid ounces (473 mL) Short Smoke Wand Long Smoke Wand Overall length 18 inches (45.7 cm) 45 inches (114.3 cm) Insertion length 13 inches (33 cm) 40 inches (101.6 cm) Probe diameter .625 inches (15.9 mm) .625 inches (15.9 mm) Weight 1 pound (0.45 kg) 1.7 pound (0.77 kg) (Custom Lengths Available Upon Request) Complete System Includes 1 Base Unit 1 18 or 45-Inch (46 or 114-centimeter) Smoke Wand (custom lengths extra) 1 Gallon (3.79 liter) Smoke Fluid (Kaydol white mineral oil or propylene glycol) 1 Quick-Release Air Chuck (to modify existing air supply lines if necessary) Instructions and Material Data Safety Sheets (MSDS) Brochure See the Smoke Generator brochure. Type Smoke Generator Performance Specifications Run time at highest flow rate is approximately 45 minutes See the Smoke Generator brochure Low Speed Wind Tunnel Testing Authored by Aerolab's Principal Design Expert Buy on Amazon WHAT WE OFFER For over 60 years, Aerolab has prepared and engineered wind tunnels and related equipment with precision. View Our Services CAREERS AT AEROLAB We're seeking well-rounded, team players with both the technical and people skills the thrive in a company that’s producing cutting edge aerodynamic research equipment. View Openings GET IN TOUCH Speak with our experts about your next project, or ask questions about our products and services. Contact Us GET IN TOUCH HEADQUARTERS 8291 Patuxent Range Rd Jessup, Maryland 20794 USA contact@aerolab.com phone 301-776-6585 fax 301-776-2892 PRODUCT TYPES Balances Entertainment High Speed Low Speed Models & Probes Smoke Generator Subsonic Wind Tunnels Specialty Tunnels/Equipment Software NAVIGATION About Services Products Experience Careers Contact Sitemap Privacy Policy Accessibility Statement © 2021 Aerolab. All Rights Reserved. Website by Yoko Co