Table 1.
Characteristics | Chemiluminescence | Electrochemical | Laser |
---|---|---|---|
Weight | 40 kg | 1 kg | 6–10 kg |
Sensitivity | <1 ppb | >5 ppb | 1 ppb |
Response time | <1 second | >10 seconds | 1 second |
External calibration | Yes | No | No |
Price | 50,000 EUR | 4,000 EUR | >100,000 EUR |
Abbreviation: NO, nitric oxide.