VASCO KIN Particle Size Analyzer
The VASCO KIN™ is a new generation of Time-Resolved instrument for accurate kinetic analyses combined with an in situ and contactless remote optical head. It allows to monitor in Real Time nanoparticles synthesis, agglomeration or the stability of suspensions.
With a single and continuous measurement, VASCO KIN™ gives access to all characterization data of a reaction (size distribution, scattered intensity, correlogramms, etc.).
Key features & benefits
- Frequency stabilized Laser & Artefact-free Avalanche Photodiode (APD) detector
→ High measurement accuracy
→ Very Low scattering samples - Embedded software correlation and a complete & dedicated software NanoKin®
→ User-friendly interface
→ Photon-counts storage for Time-Resolved analysis & post-analysis
→ Full report including kinetic analysis - Enhanced mathematic models
→ Better reliability of results
→ 2D Colormap of size distribution over time
Main specifications
- Measurement principle: Optical Fiber Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS)
- Measurement configuration: in situ / contactless remote probe
- Particle size range: 0.5 nm to 10 µm*
- Concentration range: up to 40% wt*
- Measurement time: from 2s up to 12 hours
- Time resolution: down to 200 ms
- Small footprint, no mobile part, easy-to-integrate in harsh environment
* Sample dependent
Interchangeable measurement heads
Features
- In situ and contactless measurements: no risk of contamination
- Robust & Compact : easy to integrate in limited access environment
- Embedded visible alignment laser: easy installation and accurate positioning
- Adjustable working distance /scattering angle
- Cost- & Time-saving : no consumable, no tedious batch sampling
Applications
- In situ process monitoring
- Instrumental coupling
Features
- Based on Dual Thickness Controller (DTC) technology
- Ideal for concentrated and/or dark suspensions (inks, emulsions, crude oil, etc.)
- No consumable : indebted sample cell
- Online measurement option (on demand)
- Compact : ability to work in confined environment (glove box)
Applications
- Measurement in controlled environments
- Routine lab measurements
Features
- Broad temperature range : 5° to 80°C ; +/-0.05°
- Compact : ability to work in confined environment (glove box)
- Compatible with standard 10×10 mm2 cuvette (disposable or QS)
- No cross contamination, easy sampling
- Fluorescence filter option
- Various cuvette options : disposable cell, glass cell, micro-cell, flow cell …
Applications
- Batch sampling measurements
- Routine lab measurements
Features
- Real Time nanoparticle size monitoring under continuous flow
- Easy to include in various experiments/applications
- Interchangeable milli fluidic glass capillaries of various diameters
- Plug and play module (no alignment required)
- No sample batching: integrity and sterility preserved
Applications
- In Line process monitoring
- Real Time control of system formulation
VASCO KIN Particle Size Analyzer
NanoKin®
VASCO KIN™ is delivered with its dedicated NanoKin® software which is user-friendly and fully-dedicated to kinetic analyses.
NanoKin® integrates innovative and unique functions such as:
- A software correlation with Photon-counts storage
→ Time-Resolved analysis and post-analysis
→ Real Time measurement
- Enhanced mathematic models
→ Better reliability of results - A full report including kinetic analysis
- A Simulation tool
- A Data Replay mode
NanoKin® also offers various results representations:
- A 2D colormap of size distribution over time
- A kinetic size distribution
The unique “Time Slicing” function allows VASCO KIN™ users to choose measurement’s resolution, by selecting a posteriori the analysis’ time scale.
Users then obtain corresponding correloramm & size distribution for the chosen time scale.
NanoKin® also permits the settings of user-defined Standard Operation Systems (SOPs):
- Solvent
- Temperature
- Laser power
- Etc
Data Analysis
Features
- Analysis of previous measurements
- Modification of parameters including use of different algorithms
- Redifining time slicing resolution in the kinetic mode
- Creation of a new report
Features
- Quick comparison of multiple measurements files
- Overlay of correlograms and size distributions
- Creation of a new comparison report
Features
- Allows to calculate molecular weight of nanoparticles
- Precise calculation even in a multimodal distribution
- Estimation of the experimental error
Features
- Estimation of nanoparticles concentration
- Easy to use software calibration tool
VASCO KIN Particle Size Analyzer
Optical head’s specifications | |||
Measurement principle | Optical Fiber Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS) | ||
Sample volume (µL) | Down to 8 µL (cell dependent) | ||
Measurement configuration | In situ – Contactless remote head / user-defined | ||
Cell types | Standard disposable, µ-volume disposable, Quartz Suprazil standard, etc. | ||
Solvent compatibility | Aqueous & Organic solvents (cell dependent) | ||
Scattering angle (°) | 170° | ||
Particle size range | 0.5 nm to 10 µm (sample dependent) | ||
Concentration range | Up to 40% wt (sample dependent) | ||
Dimensions / Weight | 50 x 25 x 120 mm (HWD) / <0.5 kg | ||
Hardware specifications (central unit) | |||
Laser source | High stability solid state laser (option blue and green) | ||
Detector | Artefact-free Avalanche Photodiode (APD) | ||
Computing | PC (option) | ||
Data processing | Correlation and analysis software: NanoKin® | ||
Time resolution | Down to 200 ms (sample & measurement dependent) | ||
Measurement time | From 2 s to hours (limited by computer memory) | ||
Operating / Storage conditions | 15°C to 40°C / -10°C to 50°C – Relative humidity < 70% non condensing | ||
Dimensions / Weight | 220 x 220 x 64 mm (upper part) / 2.5 kg | ||
System Compliance | |||
CE certification | CE marked product – Class 3b laser product – EN 60825-1:2001, CDRH | ||
Normalization | ISO 13321 (1996) & ISO 22412 (2008) compliant, CFR 21 part 11 (option) | ||
Accessories & services | |||
2 years warranty, on site installation and training, online support | |||
NanoKin® & Instruction manual | |||
Pelicase™ transportation case (option) | |||
NIST Certified latex suspension kit (option) | |||
Monitor display, keyboard, mouse or laptop |