LaMotte 1077 JT-1 Water Sampler

Water Sampler

A one-liter sampler of clear acrylic furnished with a 20 meter calibrated line and a lead collar which assures rapid descent and minimal drift. A brass messenger triggers a release mechanism to seal the sample chamber with two fitted rubber plungers at the desired sampling depth. The built-in side outlet and flexible tube allows for removal of the water sample.

The LaMotte Water Sampler is designed to take a 1.0 liter sample in water with a depth of 5 meters or more. It is attached to a calibrated line which is used to measure the depth at which samples are obtained. The line is marked at 0.5 meter and 1 meter increments. A horizontal triggering device is activated by a brass messenger which is sent down the line to trip the closing mechanism and release the two fitted plungers. These plungers provide a positive seal and prevent the sample from mixing with intermediate layers of water as the sample is brought to the surface. A lead collar has been added to the water sampler to insure rapid descent and to minimize drifting due to current movements. The materials which were chosen to make the sampler were selected for their ability to prevent any contamination of the sampled water. Attached to the sampling chamber is a special drain outlet for removing sample aliquots. All components of the LaMotte Water Sampler are made with non-corrosive materials.

Applications: Environmental Education

Note: Using the JT-1 sampler at a depth of less than 5 meters may damage the trigger.