Particle characterization

Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS)

Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS) is a technique used to measure the size distribution of small particles in suspension or polymers in solution. It works by analyzing the fluctuations in light scattering caused by the Brownian motion of particles. DLS is widely used in pharmaceuticals and materials science for characterizing nanoparticles, proteins, and other colloidal systems.

The Zetasizer Advance range by Malvern Panalytical offers high-performance instruments for DLS measurements, providing accurate particle size analysis for research and quality control. For over 40 years, Malvern Panalytical has been an innovator in DLS systems and is the trusted market leader in this space. The Zetasizer Advance range builds on this proud history, offering high sensitivity, ease of use, and actionable data analytics to help you further your product development and research with confidence.

Laser diffraction

Laser Diffraction is a widely used technique for measuring particle size distributions. It works by detecting the pattern of light scattered by particles when illuminated by a laser beam. This technique is applicable in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and materials science for quality control and research.

The Mastersizer 3000+ range by Malvern Panalytical provides accurate and repeatable particle size distributions using laser diffraction, suitable for a variety of industrial and research applications.

Nanoparticle Tracking Analysis

Nanoparticle Tracking Analysis tracks the Brownian motion of individual particles in suspension to measure their size and concentration. This technique is particularly useful for analyzing nanoparticles in complex fluids. Nanoparticle tracking analysis is widely used in nanotechnology, life sciences, and environmental monitoring.

The Nanosight Pro by Malvern Panalytical offers high-resolution size distribution and concentration measurements of nanoparticles using PTA technology.

Zeta Potential Analysis

Zeta Potential Analysis measures the surface charge of particles in suspension, which affects their stability and interactions. This technique is crucial for understanding and controlling colloidal stability in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and other industries.

The Zetasizer Advance range by Malvern Panalytical includes instruments that provide both DLS and zeta potential measurements, offering comprehensive particle characterization capabilities.

Mastersizer 3000+ range

The Mastersizer 3000+ range uses laser diffraction to measure particle size distribution. It offers a broad measurement range from submicron to millimeter sizes, with rapid and reliable results.

• Applications: Suitable for a wide variety of industries, including pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and food and beverage
• Benefits: Provides high-resolution particle size analysis, easy-to-use software, and robust data for quality control and research

Zetasizer Advance range

The Zetasizer Advance range utilizes dynamic light scattering (DLS) for particle size and particle concentration analysis and electrophoretic light scattering (ELS) for zeta potential measurement. It offers precise and reliable measurements for nanoparticles, colloids, and proteins.

• Applications: Used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and nanomaterials research
• Benefits: Delivers high sensitivity and accuracy, user-friendly interface, and versatility for multiple types of analyses

Morphologi range

The Morphologi range provides automated imaging for detailed particle size and shape analysis. It offers high-resolution imaging and comprehensive morphological data.

• Applications: Ideal for quality control in pharmaceuticals, materials science, and environmental monitoring
• Benefits: Offers detailed morphological analysis, high throughput, and easy integration into existing workflows

Spraytec

Spraytec uses laser diffraction to measure spray droplet and particle size distributions in real-time. It is designed to handle a wide range of spray types and conditions.

• Applications: Used in pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and consumer products for spray characterization
• Benefits: Provides real-time data, robust and flexible design, and high accuracy in diverse spray environments

Nanosight Pro

The Nanosight Pro employs nanoparticle tracking analysis (NTA) to measure particle size distribution and concentration. It offers high-resolution tracking and visualization of nanoparticles.

• Applications: Widely used in nanotechnology, life sciences, and environmental monitoring
• Benefits: Provides high-resolution size distribution, concentration measurements, and real-time visualization of particle behavior

Insitec range

The Insitec range offers on-line particle size analyzers for real-time process monitoring and control. It uses laser diffraction to provide continuous measurement of particle size distributions.

• Applications: Ideal for the manufacturing industry, including pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and food processing
• Benefits: Enables real-time process optimization, improves product consistency, and reduces waste with continuous monitoring