Smarter particle sizing - Science Equipment, Lab Equipment ...
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Welcome to the next generation
Mastersizer 3000 Smarter particle sizing
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ATA Scientific Pty Ltd o Established in 1990 in Sydney
o Sales and service of analytical instruments throughout OZ/NZ
o Specialise in Particle Sizing and Surface Sciences
o We don’t just supply instruments o Over 20 years of customer service,
training and support
o For up-to-date information see website and “like us” on Facebook
www.atascientific.com.au www.facebook.com/ATAScientific
Bryn McDonagh ([email protected])
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Agenda 1. The engineering and science behind the MS3000 o The basic principles of particle sizing using light scattering o Brief history of the evolution of Malvern Laser diffraction instruments. o How customer needs set the MS3000 design objectives. o Engineering employed to fulfill the design objectives. o Software and Expert Advice for Quality Data and Results.
2. Live demonstration o Watch real time measurement optimisation using the Interactive Software o See the innovative wet and dry sample dispersion modules, the key to reliability. o Observe the remarkably quick and simple cleaning process. o Experience the speed and simplicity of analysis.
3. Announcement of 2012 Mastersizer and Zetasizer user training
courses
4. Hamper draw
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BASIC PRINCIPLES OF LASER DIFFRACTION
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The light scattering pattern from a group of particles
Laser Diffraction - What do we measure ?
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Light Scattering
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Changes in light scattering as a function of particle size
Dr Kevin Powers, PERC, University of Florida
5 microns 800 nanometres
Light Scattering
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A Basic Laser Diffraction System
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Calculating Particle Size
o Laser Diffraction Instrument measures light scattering (not particle size)
o To convert light scattering to Size we need to do some modelling. The two most common models used are: o Fraunhofer Approximation o Mie Theory (Recommended by ISO13320)
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Laser diffraction – getting the result o Light scattering models were developed to calculate
the scattering pattern from a known particle size distribution.
o The Mastersizer measures a scattering distribution and uses Mie theory to calculate Size.
o How do we use scattering theory to arrive at a size distribution from the laser diffraction data?
o We have to back calculate using an iterative inversion process
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Calculation of the Size Distribution
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EVOLUTION OF MALVERN LASER DIFFRACTION INSTRUMENTS
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History of Laser Diffraction
Malvern ST1800 (1976 - 1980)
Malvern 2200 (1980 - 1984)
Malvern 2600 (1984 - 1996)
Mastersizer 1000 (1988 - 1992)
Mastersizer S (1994 - 2005)
Mastersizer 2000 (1998 – present)
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Welcome to the next generation
Mastersizer 3000 Smarter particle sizing
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Customer Needs & Design Objectives in Developing the MS3000: 1. A broad measurement range
2. Rapid and efficient sample dispersion
3. Accuracy and reproducibility
4. A compact system
5. Flexible user-independent operation
6. Real time optimisation of each and every measurement
7. Results displayed the way I want
8. Top class support
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Mastersizer 3000: Smarter Particle Sizing
State-of-the-art compact instrument design Class-leading performance
o 10nm to 3.5mm o Rapid measurements (10kHz) o Robust results
Rapid and effective wet dispersion o Efficient in-line sonication
Cutting-edge dry dispersion o Suitable for fragile and cohesive samples
Software that lightens your workload o Effortless work not guess work!
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Measurement cell Focal plane detectors
Side scatter detectors
Back scatter detectors
633nm red laser
Precision folded optics
Mastersizer 3000 optics: red light measurements
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Mastersizer 3000 optics: blue light measurements
470nm blue light source
Side scatter detectors
Measurement cell
Back scatter detectors
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Liquid-based sample measurement is achieved using range of automated dispersion units All units are provided with: Powerful centrifugal pump/stirrer Efficient 40W inline sonication Software control and chemical compatibility
Hydro MV Medium sample volume - 120ml Fully automated cleaning
Hydro LV Large sample volume - 600ml Fully automated cleaning
Hydro EV Lab beaker 250ml / 600ml / 1000ml Easy sample recovery
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Hydro unit measurement cell
o Automatically locked into position o System recognises cell type o Windows can be quickly removed
for cleaning without needing special tool.
o Jacketed heating/cooling for rapid temperature stabilisation
o Chemically compatible seals
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Rapid dispersion leads to rapid result reporting and a fast sample turn around
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size / m
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Efficient pumping ensures bias-free sampling over a wide particle size range
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Volume >150 (%)
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Efficient pumping ensures bias-free sampling over a wide particle size range
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Dry powder dispersion offers many advantages in terms of simplicity and speed of measurement
o Dispersion mechanism for dry powders depends on: o Disperser geometry o Gas / particle velocity
o Higher impact energies may improve the dispersion effectiveness o Needs to be balanced against the risk of particle break-up
Energy/aggressive
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The Aero S dry disperser provides a modular platform for effective dry powder dispersion
o Modular venturi disperser o Non-impaction system for fragile
particles o Impaction system for robust
particles o Precise pressure control
o 0.10 – 4.00 bar range o Modular sample tray design o Full software control of sample feed,
dispersion and cleaning
AERO S
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Aero S: modular venturi for flexibility
o Standard o Straight through design o No direct wall impaction o Suitable for most types of sample
o High energy o Elbow design o Direct impaction surface o Suitable for robust aggregated
samples
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Aero S: sample tray design
o Hopper and tray assembly o Hopper vibrates with the tray o Micrometer Height adjustment o A basket can be fitted into the hopper if required.
o Configuration of the hopper and tray is auto-detected
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Aero S measurement cell
o Automatically locked into measurement position
o System recognises cell type o Windows can be quickly
removed for cleaning without needing any tool
o Vacuum connection is on the optical bench
o Sheath air flow is filtered
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Size / m
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The Aero S design enables wide dynamic range measurements for powder samples
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Pressure / bar
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Standard disperser: fragile crystalline powder
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Pressure / bar
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High energy disperser: fragile crystalline powder
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Measurement Number
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Dispersion reproducibility is also assured for cohesive samples
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SOFTWARE THAT LIGHTENS YOUR WORKLOAD
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Mastersizer 3000: Lightens your workload
o Fast results and method development o Real-time optimization of each measurement
o Flexible, user-independent operation o Easily switched dispersion units with auto locking cells o Automatic initialisation for robust measurements
o Software that delivers your data, your way o Edit-in-place report designer
o Top class support o Built-in intelligence - Malvern experts on-demand
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Software: Measurement Manager
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Measurement Manager: Observe
o View measurement parameters and particle size distribution
o Instant feedback of results
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Measurement Manager: Interact
o Full control of all dispersion parameters at your fingertips
o Real-time control over your method development
o Change sample documentation on the fly
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o Rolling trend plotting and statistics o Rapid method optimization in line with ISO 13320
guidance
Measurement Manager: Optimize
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Software: viewing your results
Rapid result review
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Software: simple and flexible data reporting
Simple measurement reporting Confidential. Malvern Instruments © 2011
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Software: reviewing your results and methods
Accessible data Confidential. Malvern Instruments © 2011
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Software: expert advice for better results
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Mastersizer 3000: performance summary
High performance o Wide size range o Fast measurements o Robust results
Flexible o Range of wet and dry dispersion units o Easy changeover, auto-locking cells o Full measurement automation
Easy to use o From novice to expert o Malvern expertise inside
www.malvern.com/MS3000
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1. Zetasizer Nano – Dynamic Light Scattering 2. Mastersizer 2000 – Laser Diffraction
o Exact dates and locations will be posted on our website at:
www.atascientific.com.au
User Training courses 2012
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Mastersizer 3000 Live Demonstration
and Hamper Draw