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Analysis and Instrument Description

Example Analyses

Surface Area and Pore Size Analysis

Surface Area and Pore Size Analysis

Quantachrome Autosorb 1

The Quantachrome Autosorb 1 can be used to determine surface area and pore size distributions in solid samples through the adsorption and desorption of specific gases.

Pore Volume Analysis
Pore Volume Analysis

Quantachrome Mercury Porosimeter

The Quantachrome Mercury Porosimeter can be used to measure total pore volume by the intrusion of high pressure mercury.
Pore Volume Analysis
Pore Volume Analysis

Quantachrome Multipycnometer

The Quantachrome Multipycnometer can be used to measure total pore volume by the adsorption of helium into void spaces relative to a solid standard.  
Fluidity Determination
Fluidity Determination

Geisler Plastometer

 

The Geisler Plastometer provides fluidity data for solid and semi-solid materials.
Particle Size Distribution Analysis

Malvern 2600C

The Malvern 2600C is used to characterize particle size distributions.  
Rotational Viscometry Bohlin Rotational Viscometer
Rotational Viscometry

Bohlin Rotational Viscometer

Viscosity measurements can be performed utilizing the Bohlin Rotational Viscometer.  
Particle Size Distribution Analysis
Particle Size Distribution Analysis

Horiba LA900

The Horiba LA900 is used to characterize particle size distributions with a submicron detection limit.  
BET Surface Area Analysis
BET Surface Area Analysis

Micromeretics Gemini

Surface area anlayses can be performed utilizing the Micromeretics Gemini. Nitrogen, carbon dioxide and helium are commonly used adsorbants.  

Key Contact

Bruce Miller

(814) 865-3093

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