Autodilution or Flow Thru Cell

High Power Laser Diodes

Avalanche Photo Diode (APD) Detector

Channel Photomultiplier (CPM) Detectors

Multi-Angle

Autosampler

Zeta Potential

Low Volume Analysis

The Nicomp 380 was specifically designed to measure nano-sized particles as well as other colloidal systems.  From approximately 0.5 nanometers to 6 microns the 380 has been the instrument of choice for researchers and top notch scientists for years.  It has unique features like baseline adjust for automatic aggregate compensation and a proprietary high resolution multi-modal algorithm that has historically proven its ability to separate close bimodals and native populations from aggregate tails.

With the help of the 380's patented Autodilution module the need for manual dilution of concentrated sample is eliminated.  Autodilution makes particle size analysis quick and easy, with no training required.  Results are highly reproducible from one sample run to another.  It opens the door for auto-sampling and at-line particle sizing

 The Nicomp 380 has been designed using a modular design approach providing a flexible platform that can be semi-customized to meet the specific needs of the customer’s application.  These modular components include; autodilution, autosamplers, high-concentration back scattering detectors, high power laser options, high gain detectors, fiber optic multi-angle detector with a 10-175 degree range and a 0.9 degree per step resolution, disposable index matched low volume sample cells that can be easily centrifuged to remove dust and dirt particles.

Highlights

Wide dynamic range - 0.5 nanometers to 6 microns.

Absolute measurement - does not require calibration.

Large representative sample - is measured quickly.

High Sensitivity - relatively high sensitivity to aggregate populations (D^6th).

Analytical Function - assumed for particle size analysis.

Complex algorithms - available to measure particle size.

Principle of measurement - makes it easy to add zeta potential analysis capability.