Mixed flow. As shown in Figure 1.

4, this type of cleanroom is conventionally ventilated but where the product is exposed to contamination, a unidirectional flow cabinet or workstation is used.

Figure 1.4 Mixed flow cleanroom Isolators or microenvironment. These are used within a cleanroom to give the highest level of protection against contamination. In Figure 1.5 the isolator is shown to have a unidirectional supply of air but this may be a conventional turbulent-flow type. Similarly, gauntlets are shown, but half suits are also used.

Figure 1.5 Isolator used to protect the critical production area Conventionally Ventilated Cleanrooms