LAS. LAF. LCS. LCF. These are common terms you probably see when taking a noise measurement with your sound level meter. The “F” and “S” indicate the different Time Weightings used for that measurement but what do they mean? Expand your Noise Knowledge!Signup to the NoiseNews blog for the latest article updates straight to your inbox. Email Send Message
Sound Level Meters are increasingly sophisticated and this can often make them difficult to use. The Cirrus Optimus sound level meters have been specifically designed to be simple to use whilst giving you all of the parameters that you need to make an effective noise measurement. The Optimus Red sound level meters are ideal for occupational noise and industrial hygiene measurements Read More…
Visitors to the Health & Safety Event at the NEC next week (11-13 March) will be able to find their ideal sound level meter, noise dosimeter or noise warning sign on the Cirrus Research stand, C18. The Cirrus Noise Doctors will be on stand C18 to offer advice, information and support to anyone who needs to measure, monitor and manage Read More…
What is an Integrating Sound Level Meter? This is a common question we get asked when it comes to choosing noise measurement equipment. Here is a explanation of an Integrating Sound Level Meter and how it can help you with your measurements. Expand your Noise Knowledge!Signup to the NoiseNews blog for the latest article updates straight to your inbox. Email Send Read More…
Definition: A Type Approved Sound Level Meter is a noise measuring instrument that has been tested and verified as meeting a standard, such as IEC 61672-2, by a recognised testing laboratory, such as the PTB in Germany, the LNE in France or Applus+ in Spain. Explanation: A good quality sound level meter from a reputable manufacturer will have been designed Read More…
This post lists the Cirrus Research sound level meters, acoustic calibrator and noise monitoring equipment that currently carry a Type Approval. . Sound Level Meters with Type Approval Optimus Sound Level Meters CR:161A Class 1 Optimus Red Sound Level Meter PTB Type Approval to DIN EN 61672-1:2003-10, DIN EN 61672-2:2004-08 & DIN 45657:2005-03 Certificate Number: PTB-1.53-4052960 Date of Approval: 26th Read More…
Cirrus Research is offering a “One Product/One Price” package that covers all Noise at Work requirements through its Optimus Red noise measurement meters. With no hidden extras at hidden costs, the Optimus Red can claim to be the industry leading product that covers ALL areas of UK and European Noise at Work legislation, taking away any uncertainty for professionals looking Read More…
There are many different applications for Sound level meters but the most common are Noise at Work/Occupational Noise and Environmental and Community Noise. There are also other more specialised applications such as Vehicle Noise Testing as well as basic noise measurements. Cirrus has range of instruments that can meet these applications. Click on the links below to find out more Read More…
Weâre pleased to announce that the optimus red and optimus green sound level meters are now available with Type Approval from the LNE in France.
We’re delighted to announce that the optimus red and optimus green sound level meters have been granted Type Approval to UNE-EN 61672 Parts 1 & 2 in Spain by Applus+, one of the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification companies. After a series of long and detailed tests, which include both electrical and acoustic verification, approval numbers have been issued Read More…
