Zetasizer APS
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Appendix
Specification
Parameter
Specification
Size range maximum (radius) *
0.15nm to 1μm
Molecular weight range **
(est from hydrodynamic diameter)
Molecular weight range **
(calculated using Debye plot)
342Da to 2x10
7
Da
980Da to 2x10
7
Da
Minimum sample volume
20μL
Sensitivity at minimum volume
0.1mg/ml of 15kDa protein
High concentration
Yes - optically clear samples
Laser
60mW, 830nm
Temperature control
2-90°C
Temperature control accuracy
0.1°C@25°C, 0.2°C@2°C, 0.5°C@90°C
Weight 22.5kg
Dimensions
W:D:H, 500mm x 410mm x 420mm
Power
90V-260V AC, 50/60Hz ,150W
Dry air
100kPa (1bar), 4mm o.d. tubing
Computer interface
USB
Measurement technique
Dynamic light scattering (90 degrees)
Detector
Avalanche photodiode, Q.E. >50% at 830nm
Product laser class
Class 1 compliant,
IEC 60825-1(1993)+A1(1997)+A2(2001)
Condensation control
Purge facility using dry air
Ambient operating conditions
- Humidity
+15 to +30 °C (+59 to 86 °F)
10 to 90% (non-condensing)
* Peak mode range (radius), 0.3nm - 0.5 microns, sample and sample preparation dependent
** Sample and sample preparation dependent
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