Laser diffraction particle size analyzer
Achieve precise particle size analysis with laser diffraction technology, ensuring accurate characterization for diverse applications, from powdered metals to pharmaceutical ingredients.
Measures Particle Size and Distribution
The S3500 from Microtrac Retsch GmbH is a Laser Diffraction Particle Size Analyzer designed for precise particle characterization across various industries. What sets the S3500 apart is its patented Tri-Laser System, employing three strategically positioned red laser diodes to accurately analyze particles, ranging from 0.02 to 2,800 µm, with both spherical and non-spherical shapes. It smoothly transitions between wet and dry measurements, reducing downtime and maximizing lab efficiency. This analyzer is ideal for applications including beverages, pharmaceuticals, metal powders, and more, aiding in quality control of end-products like chemical catalysts and lithium-ion battery electrodes. Designed for bench-top operations, it operates manually with minimal operator intervention, thanks to an enclosed optical path. The S3500 is engineered for robust performance and includes fixed detectors to ensure precise alignment, with a compact footprint to conserve laboratory space. Furthermore, it supports compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 standards for data integrity, safeguarding your laboratory analytics.
Benefits
- Enhances product quality by delivering reliable, precise particle size data.
- Minimizes operational downtime with seamless transitions between wet and dry measurements.
- Conserves laboratory space with a compact, bench-top design.
- Ensures data integrity and compliance with secure, FDA-compliant features.
- Offers broad application versatility, supporting diverse industries from pharmaceuticals to metallurgy.
- Applications
- Chemicals,Beverages,Food,Biotechnology,Metal powders,Metallurgy,Medicine,Battery materials,Geology,Metals,Powders,Pigments,Pharmaceuticals
- End products
- Titanium pigments,Active pharmaceutical ingredients,Iron ore processing,Mineral ores,Metal 3d printing powders,Protein shakes,Metallurgical additives,Color additives,Lithium-ion battery electrodes,Ceramic powders,Chemical catalysts,Food preservatives,Talcum powder,Fruit juices,Nutrient supplements,Dietary supplements
- Steps before
- Sample Preparation,Grinding,Homogenization
- Steps after
- Data Analysis,Report Generation,Quality Assurance
- Input ingredients
- beverages,biotechnology materials,chemicals,food,medicine,pharmaceuticals,metal powders,metals,pigments,geological samples,metallurgy materials,battery materials,powders
- Output ingredients
- particle size distribution,volume distribution,number distribution,area distribution,percentile data,summary data
- Market info
- Microtrac is known for its expertise in particle size and shape analysis, providing innovative measurement solutions used in various industries to ensure product quality and consistency. Their equipment is recognized for precision and reliability in laboratory and industrial settings.
- Measuring range
- 0.02 µm - 2.8 mm
- Measurement capability
- 0.02 to 2,800 µm
- Measuring principle
- Laser diffraction
- Laser type
- 3x Red 780 nm lasers
- Detection system
- Two fixed photo-electric detectors with 151 detector segments
- Power requirements
- AC input
- Power consumption
- 25 W nominal,50 W max.
- Environmental conditions - Temperature
- 5° to 40° Celsius (50° to 95° Fahrenheit)
- Environmental conditions - Humidity
- 90% RH,non-condensing
- Storage temperature
- -10° to 50° Celsius (14° to 122° Fahrenheit) (dry only)
- Dimensions
- ~ 560 x 360 x 460 mm (22 x 14 x 18 in)
- Weight
- ~ 27 kg (60 lbs)
- Eductor air supply
- 100 psi maximum pressure,5 CFM at 50 psi minimum flow rate
- Vacuum requirement
- Must exceed 50 CFM
- Measuring time
- ~ 10 to 30 seconds
- Case Material
- Steel and impact-resistant plastic
- Exterior Finish
- Corrosion resistant paint or plating
- Data format
- Stored in ODBC format,encrypted Microsoft Access database
- Data integrity
- FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance
- Laser power
- 3 mW nominal
- Automation level
- manual / PLC
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Batch / Inline Continuous
- Wet/Dry Measurement Capability
- Wet and dry
- Tri-laser system
- Three red laser diodes
- Measurement range
- 0.02 to 2,800 µm
- Measurement time
- ~ 10 to 30 seconds
- Data formats
- Stored in ODBC format
- Density/particle size
- 0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
- Compact footprint
- 560 x 360 x 460 mm (22 x 14 x 18 in)
- Weight
- 27 kg (60 lbs)
- Case Material
- Steel and impact resistant plastic
- Exterior Finish
- Corrosion resistant paint or plating
- Discharge method
- Wet and dry measurements
- Measuring range
- 0.02 µm - 2.8 mm
- Laser type
- Three red laser diodes
- Detector system
- Fixed photo-electric detectors
- Data format compatibility
- ODBC format in encrypted Microsoft Access Databases
- Measurement mode
- Wet and dry
- Software
- FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliant
- Optical system
- Tri-laser,multi-detector,multi-angle
- Construction materials
- Steel and impact-resistant plastic
- Environmental conditions
- 5° to 40° Celsius,90% RH
- Power requirements
- 90 - 132 VAC,200 to 265 VAC
- Compact footprint
- 560 x 360 x 460 mm