Dynamic Light Scattering Particle Size Analysis (DLS)

Dynamic light scattering particle size analyzers are used to measure the size of very small particles (0.6 nm to 6 um) in solution. This class of particle size analyzer interprets particles’ sizes from the fluctuations in scattered laser light created by the particles’ Brownian motion. Dynamic light scattering analysis is used in medical, biological research and materials science applications, and is also known as photon correlation spectroscopy or quasi-electron light scattering.

Although requiring suspension in a solution, particle size analysis by dynamic light scattering offers the advantage of measuring particles across a wide range of densities, from parts-per-million up to 40% of solution. Other advantages include size analysis of particles in their native environment and micro-liter scale minimum sample sizes. In addition, dynamic light scattering particle size analyzers may also provide information on particle shape and require less user training. Analysis times typically vary from 30 seconds to 2 minutes per sample.
CompanyMalvern PanalyticalMalvern Panalytical
ItemZetasizer Pro Particle Size AnalyzerZetasizer Ultra Particle Size Analyzer
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Catalog NumberZetasizer ProZetasizer Ultra
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DescriptionThe Zetasizer Pro is a robust and versatile system for the measurement of particle and molecular size and electrophoretic mobility and zeta potential of nanoparticles. It enables size measurements to be performed up to three times quicker, compared to previous models, accelerating sample throughput ... Read MoreThe new Zetasizer Ultra is our most advanced system for the measurement of particle and molecular size, particle charge and particle concentration, and represents the most intelligent and flexible instrument in the Zetasizer range.

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  • Multi-Angle Dynamic Light Scattering (MADLS) scheme for
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TypeParticle size and zeta potential analyzerMulti-Angle Dynamic Light Scattering (MADLS) with NIBS optics
Particle Size0.3 nm to 10 µm (diameter)20.3 nm to 10 µm (diameter)2
Detector(s)Avalanche PhotodiodeInquire
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