Table 1. Dimensions and other parameters of three condensers of the ion-counter.
From: Fair-weather atmospheric electricity study at Maitri (Antarctica)
Dimensions/constants | Small-ion Condenser | Intermediate-ion Condenser | Large-ion Condenser |
|---|---|---|---|
Length of the outer electrode (m) | 0.4 | 0.8 | 1.2 |
Length of the inner electrode (m) | 0.2 | 0.5 | 1.0 |
Diameter of the outer electrode (m) | 0.098 | 0.06 | 0.038 |
Diameter of the inner electrode (m) | 0.076 | 0.037 | .022 |
Potential applied (V) | 15 | 100 | 600 |
Critical mobility (m2 V−1 s−1) | 0.766 × 10−4 | 1.2 × 10−6 | 0.97 × 10−8 |
Flow rate (l s−1) | 8.6 | 1.8 | 0.29 |