MiniFlow Accessory

Small Volume Circulation System

Minimize sample and dispersant volume requirements with all the convenience of a fully-automated circulation system. This accessory for the Partica LA-960V2 has a measurement range of 0.01~1000 µm and has a measurement time of approximately 60 seconds from filling and measurement to rinsing.

Segment: Scientific

Division: Particle Characterization

Manufacturing Company: HORIBA, Ltd.

Quick, Accurate Operation

The navigation function documents the automatic measurement procedure.

High Performance without Compromise

The software controls all sequences such as fill, rinse and drain just like the normal flow system. No manual operation is required! Exchange the MiniFlow system with the regular flow cell in seconds, without any tools.

Easy Maintenance

The measurement cell is easily removed for cleaning.

Unique Features:

Minimizes sample dispersant volume requirements
Permits use of any organic solvent
Built-in ultrasonic probe available for dispersing agglomerated materials
Auto-fill pump and auto-drain are standard features
Normal operation from the PC software
LA-960 Method Expert software compatible

Potential Applications

Limited or precious sample applications.
Any sample requiring organic solvent dispersion.
Oil dispersions of pigments, polymers and resin products.
Sample handling systems to minimize operator exposure.
Minimize hazardous solvent use to limit waste disposal.

Measurement Specifications

Measurement range: 0.01~1000 µm
Measurement time: Approximately 60 seconds from filling & measurement to rinsing.
Measurement method: Circulation system with the flow cell.
Sample amount: Approximately 0.2mg~1.0g (Depending on the sample’s particle size and density).
Dispersing liquid volume: 35~55 ml

Circulation System Details

Ultrasonic probe: 40kHz, 7 steps of power control, Titanium alloy.
Centrifugal pump: 15 steps of speed control
Auto-fill pump: Teflon diaphragm pump
Other materials contact in fluids: Tempax glass, SUS316, Titanium alloy (Ultrasonic probe), Teflon, Perfluoro Elastomers