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Particle size distribution by space or time-dependent extinction profiles obtained by analytical centrifugation concentrated systems
Dean Dean

Particle size distribution by space or time-dependent extinction profiles obtained by analytical centrifugation concentrated systems

Abstract: The particle size distributions of dispersions of fine particles were determined by an analytical photocentrifuge, which allows for measuring space and time-resolved extinction profiles (STEP™-Technology) during the centrifugation of up to 12 samples simultaneously. This type of centrifuge provides a powerful tool for characterizing and quality control of dispersions. Measurements of dispersions, with monomodal, multimodal, and broad particle size distributions in the nanometer and micrometer range are presented. Also, analytical centrifugation has a great potential to measure dispersions without dilution. Therefore, two effects will be discussed, hindered settling and multiple scattering. Experimental results from concentrated suspensions and emulsions show the applicability of this new measurement principle. Results will be compared with other measurement techniques (SEM, PCS, Laser diffraction).

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