Description
The quality of the data produced by surface area and pore volume analyses depends greatly on the cleanliness of the sample surface. All Micromeritics’ sample preparation devices accept helium, nitrogen, argon, and other non-corrosive gases.
What is Air-permeability Particle Sizing?
The air-permeability technique is well established for measurement of the Specific Surface Area (SSA) of a sample powder. The SSA measured by this technique has been found to be a useful parameter in various industries such as pharmaceutical, metal coatings, paints, and even geological samples.
The MIC SAS II utilizes dual pressure transducers to measure pressure drop across a packed bed of powder. By varying the sample height and porosity while controlling the flow rate of air through the sample, the SSA and average particle size can be determined using the Kozeny-Carman equation.
Features and Benefits
- Superior Software – Sets a world-wide standard for instrument operation, data acquisition and handling, reporting and systems integration
- Quick and Easy Set-up – Simple step by step set-up, easy to follow; ensuring that no parameters are over looked
- Real Time Data Display – Data can be viewed as it is acquired simplifying method development
- Fisher Mapping – Optimizes data agreement with customizable Fisher correlation
- ASTM Approval – Fully compliant with ASTM B330-12 and C721-14 standards for particle sizing of alumina, silica, and metal powders and related compounds. B330-15 – Metal Powders; C721-15 – Al2O3, SiO2 – Ceramics & E2980 – 15 – General particle size
- Fully Automated Analysis – Sample compaction and pressure stability are computer controlled for high repeatability
- Report Generation – Automatically creates PDF reports with custom company logos and typestyles
- Security Features – Optional password protection ties samples to user ID’s and protects configuration parameters from unauthorised change
- New Powerful Intuitive Touch Pad – User interface increases productivity and enables easy creation and retrieval of SOPs.
Direct Comparison of SAS and FSSS
Comparison trials between the Micromeritics SAS and Fisher FSSS have been carried out using a variety of samples. The graphs above compare the mean particle size data from the two instruments on powders of different sizes. One plot is based on results for inorganic (mainly tungsten) metal; the second on organic samples (mostly pharmaceuticals). There is exceptional correlation between the two sets of data. Numerous extensive studies have come to the same conclusion.
