FEATURES & BENEFITS:
Laminar airflow hood terminology differs based on several attributes, which may reflect proprietary technology references, included/excluded system components, the type of hood enclosure, and the type of air handling methods.
A Laminar Flood Hood is a specific reference to a contained enclosure that produces laminar flow air via an integrated blower and HEPA filter. Meanwhile, a laminar flow hood workstation typically refers to a combined system that includes the flow hood, as well as an integrated worksurface or table that supports the flow hood enclosure.
Laminar Flow refers to a fluid motion characterized by smooth and orderly movement without any significant turbulence or disruptions. It typically occurs when a fluid, such as a gas or liquid, flows in parallel layers with minimal intermixing between them. In this type of flow, particles within the fluid follow a predictable path and exhibit uniform velocities.
Turbulent Airflow refers to the irregular and chaotic movement of air or any fluid medium. Unlike laminar flow, turbulent airflow is characterized by unpredictable fluctuations and mixing of fluid particles. It involves swirling vortices and rapid changes in velocity and pressure, creating a less structured and more disorderly pattern of flow.
