Alphasense Ltd Unclaimed
Electronics Components & Maker Hardware
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-a1OPC-N3 Optical Particle Counter
High-performance optical particle counter for precise environmental monitoring.
www.alphasense.com/products/view-by-target-gas/opc-n3OPC-R2 Optical Particle Counter
Compact and reliable optical particle counter for precise air quality monitoring.
www.alphasense.com/products/view-by-target-gas/opc-r2Market segments
Market size by segment
Growth potential (CAGR)
Indoor air quality and HVAC sensors
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
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
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 MonitoringIRC-A1 helps maintain optimal indoor air quality and supports ventilation demand control.
- Delivers Accurate CO2 MeasurementThe sensor's optical measurement principle provides excellent selectivity to CO2 and keeps minimal interference from other gases.
- Maintains Accurate ReadingsThe thermistor ensures that the sensor provides reliable data even with temperature variations.
- Ensures Consistent PerformanceStable performance over time minimizes downtime and maintenance costs.
- Improves Measurement AccuracyEnsures that the device provides accurate CO2 readings despite fluctuations in temperature, making it ideal for various operational environments.
- Supports Diverse ApplicationsDesigned 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 CapabilityThis design allows for extensive air quality assessments, making it suitable for polluted urban environments and industrial sites.
- Provides Comprehensive Air Quality DataMeasurements of various particulate sizes enhance the understanding of air quality impacts on health.
- Delivers Detailed Particle Size DistributionThe extensive range and binning provide precise insights into particulate sources and health risks.
- Ensures High Measurement AccuracyThe 5.5 L/min flow rate enables accurate representation of ambient air quality by effectively capturing particles.
- Facilitates Data CollectionThe logging capability allows for remote monitoring and data retrieval without constant host interaction.
- Ensures Accurate MeasurementHigh 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 CapabilitySupports comprehensive analysis of particulate sizes critical for health and safety assessments.
- Enables Portable UseDesigned to operate efficiently in portable applications, ensuring ease of transport and setup.
- Rapid Real-Time MeasurementFacilitates real-time analysis, critical for dynamic air quality monitoring environments.
- Detailed Particle AnalysisEnables users to visualize particle size distribution accurately, enhancing data interpretation.
- Maintains Steady SamplingEnsures adequate air sampling for accurate particulate measurements.
- Versatile ApplicationIdeal for various indoor air quality monitoring needs, adaptable for both fixed and portable configurations.
- Simplifies IntegrationProvides essential tools for system developers, ensuring efficient implementation and operation.
- Supports Legacy SystemsAllows 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.
- The global HVAC Sensors Market size valued at USD 4.89 billion in 2025, anticipated to grow to USD 9.68 billion by 2035, registering a CAGR of 7.06%.
- Indoor Air Quality Monitor Market size was valued USD 5.03 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to reach USD 9.23 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 7.89%.
- U.S. indoor air quality market estimated to increase from $9.8 billion in 2022 to $11.9 billion by 2027, at a CAGR of 4.1% (2022–2027).
- Indoor Air Quality Sensors market expected to reach approximately USD 1 billion by 2026, with an anticipated 10.3% CAGR from 2026-2033.
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.
- The particulate matter monitoring market was worth USD 1.75 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 3.2 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 8.5%.
- Particulate Matter Monitoring Market Size was estimated at 1.848 USD Billion in 2024; CAGR 11.3% (2025–2035).
- The Global Particulate Matter Monitoring Market Size was Valued at USD 1.36 Billion in 2023; CAGR 10.73% (2023–2033).
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.
- The Personal Exposure Monitoring Device Market size was valued at USD 2.1 Billion in 2024.
- Projected to grow from USD 9.61 billion in 2026 to USD 13.86 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 7.4%.
- Indoor Air Quality Monitor Market size was valued at USD 5.44 Billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 11.84 Billion by 2035, CAGR 8.09%.