CO2 concentration inside my Tab 320, measuring air quality. Changed the way I manage air flow inside

TourDeForth

Out of curiosity I brought along CO2 sensor on my latest camping trip. I’m solo on this trip and was very surprised how quickly the cabin CO2 exceeds recommended level for an enclosed space. With no vents or windows open, the level goes from a comfortable 450ppm to well over 1400ppm in just a few minutes.

Using the sensor I’ve completely changed how I manage airflow inside. A combination of slightly open positions of the windows, adjusting the screen/shades and in/outflow of the roof air vent with respect to the outside temperatures and comfort inside the cabin.

If sometimes you feel groggy/fatigued after a nights sleep, it could be the CO2 levels while you were asleep. I have my sensor mounted on the cabinet just below the kitchen sink, I can easily glance at it and adjust accordingly. The sensors aren’t too expensive but are not cheap.

qhumberd

You make a good point. With newer houses being tighter to save energy, there has been more awareness of air quality. We have a ventilator system (ERV) in our home now and our CO2 monitoring still goes up near 1000 ppm with guests over. I can imagine that levels over 1000 are easily obtained in a closed camper.

Most new owners need to be reminded of the risk and the need for adequate ventilation despite the season.

There are clear health risks as my grandson shared in this video 
https://youtu.be/1Nh_vxpycEA?si=78byKf6W9WHlpmxM

And for those camping near seasonal wildfires, the PM 2.5 monitors included in some CO2 monitors might be worth considering if you have any lung or cardiovascular risk factors 

I am not endorsing any product or site, but Wirecutter has some good basic information on monitoring options 

https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/best-home-air-quality-monitor/?utm_medium=paid_search&utm_campaign=jul&utm_source=google&ds_c=71700000123054441&gclsrc=aw.ds&&utm_medium=marketing&utm_campaign=PaidSearch&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22879331204&gbraid=0AAAAADwd30jK2riagg_nIRgBcXwBnskCg&gclid=Cj0KCQjwzaXFBhDlARIsAFPv-u_uGXUqG0LxjFJYnHbLvOn1cVDqVexUdP7ccoHomXqGUHxd6TMP-YkaAj6sEALw_wcB