Apparatus and methods for supplying a portion of a fluid stream and,
alternately, a fluid of known composition and concentration to an
analyzer are provided. The fluid stream is directed through a series of
connected chambers formed in an integral housing. A sampling needle has
an inlet in one of the chambers and an outlet in fluid communication with
the analyzer. When desired, a tube or vial containing a known fluid may
be inserted into a chamber containing the sampling needle, so that the
known fluid will be supplied to the analyzer. A second needle provides
ventilation to the vial to prevent the formation of a vacuum as the known
fluid is drained from the vial.