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Electronics Components & Maker Hardware

www.alphasense.com

Great Notley, Essex, United Kingdom

Alphasense Ltd is a UK-based sensor technology company delivering gas-sensing solutions with a focus on environmental responsibility and customer support.

Alphasense Ltd is a UK-based sensor technology company that specializes in gas-sensing solutions and environmental monitoring. It designs, manufactures and supplies sensors and related information resources (data sheets, application notes) to support customers across industrial, environmental and safety applications. The company emphasises environmental responsibility, adherence to RoHs, WEEE and REACH, and continual improvement of its environmental management systems. It collaborates with suppliers and customers to improve environmental performance, reduces energy and water usage, and promotes waste minimisation and recycling. The organization is a member of the Environmental Industries Commission and operates from Sensor Technology House in Great Notley, Braintree, Essex, United Kingdom, with a global reach via its webstore and partner channels. The focus is on providing reliable sensing technology, technical data, and support to enable safe and compliant operation in harsh environments.

We recognise the fragility of our natural world and are committed to minimising the environmental impact of our processes and products, while working with customers and suppliers to improve environmental performance.

What we offer

IRC-A1 CO2 Sensor

Reliable CO2 Measurement for Air Quality, Safety and Process Control.

www.alphasense.com/products/view-by-target-gas/irc-a1

OPC-N3 Optical Particle Counter

High-performance optical particle counter for precise environmental monitoring.

www.alphasense.com/products/view-by-target-gas/opc-n3

OPC-R2 Optical Particle Counter

Compact and reliable optical particle counter for precise air quality monitoring.

www.alphasense.com/products/view-by-target-gas/opc-r2

Market segments

Market size by segment

Growth potential (CAGR)

Indoor air quality and HVAC sensors

1 Billion USD8.5% CAGR

Sensors and modules used to monitor CO2 and particulate levels in occupied buildings to support ventilation control, occupant comfort and indoor air-quality compliance.

Outdoor and industrial particulate monitoring

1.75 Billion USD8.5% CAGR

High‑flow, high‑resolution particulate monitoring for ambient air networks, industrial emissions assessment and environmental research requiring PM mass calculations and wide size‑bin coverage.

Portable and personal exposure monitors

2.1 Billion USD8.2% CAGR

Compact, low‑power sensors and counters designed for battery‑powered instruments and personal exposure assessment with on‑device logging and histogram/size‑bin outputs.

More information about our offering

IRC-A1 CO2 Sensor

IRC-A1 is a compact NDIR CO2 sensor designed for general air-quality and environmental monitoring. It delivers selective carbon dioxide measurement with high selectivity and low cross-sensitivity to other gases. The sensor is suitable for indoor air-quality monitors, HVAC controls, and fixed installations.

  • Enhances Indoor Air Quality Monitoring
    IRC-A1 helps maintain optimal indoor air quality and supports ventilation demand control.
  • Delivers Accurate CO2 Measurement
    The sensor's optical measurement principle provides excellent selectivity to CO2 and keeps minimal interference from other gases.
  • Maintains Accurate Readings
    The thermistor ensures that the sensor provides reliable data even with temperature variations.
  • Ensures Consistent Performance
    Stable performance over time minimizes downtime and maintenance costs.
  • Improves Measurement Accuracy
    Ensures that the device provides accurate CO2 readings despite fluctuations in temperature, making it ideal for various operational environments.
  • Supports Diverse Applications
    Designed for use in a variety of portable and fixed applications, ensuring versatility in monitoring environments with temperature fluctuations.

OPC-N3 Optical Particle Counter

The OPC-N3 is an advanced optical particle counter for outdoor and industrial monitoring. It effectively measures particles ranging from 0.35 to 40 μm across 24 size bins with a flow rate of 5.5 L/min. Featuring capabilities for PM1, PM2.5, PM4.25, and PM10 mass calculations, the device supports on-board logging via micro-SD for flexible deployment and high-resolution analysis.

  • Optimizes Outdoor Monitoring Capability
    This design allows for extensive air quality assessments, making it suitable for polluted urban environments and industrial sites.
  • Provides Comprehensive Air Quality Data
    Measurements of various particulate sizes enhance the understanding of air quality impacts on health.
  • Delivers Detailed Particle Size Distribution
    The extensive range and binning provide precise insights into particulate sources and health risks.
  • Ensures High Measurement Accuracy
    The 5.5 L/min flow rate enables accurate representation of ambient air quality by effectively capturing particles.
  • Facilitates Data Collection
    The logging capability allows for remote monitoring and data retrieval without constant host interaction.
  • Ensures Accurate Measurement
    High resolution enhances the accuracy of size distribution assessments crucial for research and compliance.

OPC-R2 Optical Particle Counter

OPC-R2 is a compact, low-power optical particle counter designed for portable, battery-powered and indoor air quality applications. It measures particles from 0.30 to 12.4 μm across 16 size bins, with a 0.24 L/min flow rate and up to 10,000 particles per second.

  • Extensive Measurement Capability
    Supports comprehensive analysis of particulate sizes critical for health and safety assessments.
  • Enables Portable Use
    Designed to operate efficiently in portable applications, ensuring ease of transport and setup.
  • Rapid Real-Time Measurement
    Facilitates real-time analysis, critical for dynamic air quality monitoring environments.
  • Detailed Particle Analysis
    Enables users to visualize particle size distribution accurately, enhancing data interpretation.
  • Maintains Steady Sampling
    Ensures adequate air sampling for accurate particulate measurements.
  • Versatile Application
    Ideal for various indoor air quality monitoring needs, adaptable for both fixed and portable configurations.
  • Simplifies Integration
    Provides essential tools for system developers, ensuring efficient implementation and operation.
  • Supports Legacy Systems
    Allows easy upgrades from previous models, ensuring continuity in operations.

References

Methodology and sourcing behind the figures shown above.

Indoor air quality and HVAC sensors

Estimated global market for CO2 and particulate sensors used for building ventilation control is a subset of reported HVAC-sensor and IAQ-monitor markets. Sources report HVAC sensors at USD 4.89B (2025) and IAQ monitors ~USD 5.03B (2024); a focused CO2/PM sensor/module segment is plausibly smaller (~USD 1B by 2026 as reported by one sensor-specific source). Growth CAGR estimated at ~8.5%, between reported HVAC/IAQ CAGRs (7.06%–10.3%) and reflecting stronger demand for CO2/PM sensing for ventilation control and regulatory drivers.

Outdoor and industrial particulate monitoring

Estimated current market size ~USD 1.75B (2023) and growth potential ~8.5% CAGR based on particulate‑matter monitoring market reports. Multiple sources for particulate monitoring report 2023–2024 sizes between USD 1.36B–1.85B and CAGRs of ~8.5%–11.3%; I use the Strategic Market Research 2023 datum (USD 1.75B) and its 8.5% CAGR as a conservative, market‑specific baseline for outdoor/industrial high‑flow particulate monitoring.

Portable and personal exposure monitors

Estimated market size based on a dedicated personal exposure monitoring-device market report (USD 2.1B in 2024). Growth potential inferred from adjacent market reports for air-quality monitoring and indoor IAQ (CAGRs ~7.4–8.1%), consistent with wearable/personal-monitor forecasts; selected CAGR (8.2%) aligns with the personal exposure device forecast in the search results.