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General| Measurement Principle | Laser diffraction |
|---|---|
| Data Acquisition Rate | Up to 10, 000 measurements per second |
| Power Requirements | 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Measurement Range | 0.02 - 2000 microns |
| Laser Wavelength | 633 nm (red) |
| Sample Dispersion | Wet or dry |
| Software | Mastersizer software |
| Optical Model | Mie theory, Fraunhofer approximation |
| Weight | 25 kg |
| Detector arrangement | Multiple detectors arranged to capture scattered light at various angles |
Describes the manual's content, scope, and target audience.
Lists personnel roles and their responsibilities regarding instrument access.
Outlines general assumptions, naming conventions, and menu command structure.
Provides information on other manuals, help desk, and remote support options.
Introduces the chapter's purpose: explaining the system's function and operation.
Explains the fundamental purpose of the Mastersizer in particle size analysis.
Details the underlying principles and procedures of the Mastersizer measurement process.
Describes the two methods for making measurements: SOPs and manual.
Explains how measurement data is displayed in various report formats.
Details how to save measurement data into a measurement file.
Introduces the chapter covering the physical features of the Mastersizer system.
Illustrates common Mastersizer system configurations with key modules.
Identifies and describes the main components of the optical bench.
Outlines the main Mastersizer software interface and its features.
Introduces the chapter on performing measurements, covering advice and procedures.
Provides critical advice on sample preparation and cleanliness for accurate measurements.
Explains the two methods for making measurements: SOP and manual.
Details the steps for instrument preparation and making a basic SOP measurement.
Details instrument preparation and SOP measurement for the Mastersizer 2000E.
Guides on setting up measurements for new materials using manual or SOP methods.
Explains the various dialogues and options available for measurement setup.
Introduces displaying and interpreting calculated measurement results.
Explains how to open files and view records and reports in the measurement window.
Lists and describes the standard reports provided by the Mastersizer software.
Details how to customize the displayed fields in the Records tab.
Explains how to create custom reports using the Report Designer application.
Introduces the chapter on interpreting Mastersizer results and fundamental concepts.
Explains how to interpret graphs like histograms and cumulative plots.
Describes key elements of a typical Mastersizer report, including statistics.
Explains core concepts like concentration calculation and Beer-Lambert law.
Discusses the concept of equivalent spheres in particle size measurement.
Details how distribution parameters and diameters are calculated.
Contrasts Fraunhofer approximation with Mie theory used in Mastersizer.
Outlines chapter topics: storage, sorting, exporting, and extracting SOPs.
Explains the structure of records and measurement files, including re-analysis.
Details how to search for records using criteria and sort them.
Covers various methods for exporting data to other applications.
Emphasizes the critical role of sample preparation for accurate results.
Provides a visual guide for preparing unknown samples.
Gives guidelines for ensuring the sample taken is representative of the whole.
Discusses specific factors and methods for preparing dry samples.
Covers choices and preparation methods for wet samples and dispersants.
Explains the use of surfactants and admixtures to aid sample dispersion.
Discusses the issue of bubbles in the system and how to mitigate them.
Explains the process and importance of degassing dispersants.
A table identifying common problems and their solutions.
Introduces advanced features for experienced users to improve analyses.
Details how to set obscuration limits for detecting poor conditions.
Explains the automatic adjustment of sample concentration by adding dispersant.
Covers modifying results via transformation or reducing the result range.
Explains how to re-analyze results with different parameters and save as a new record.
Describes how to customize particle size ranges for histograms and tables.
Details setting cleanliness, alignment, and diameter alarms for monitoring.
Explains creating an average record from multiple measurements.
Covers viewing records from older Mastersizer versions.
Explains modifying results to emulate alternative sizing techniques.
Introduces the chapter on system security, principles, and user management.
Outlines principles of user access, groups, and administrator roles.
Guides on configuring the administrator account and enabling security.
Provides recommendations for secure user login and password management.
Details the process of creating and managing user groups and their permissions.
Explains how to define individual user properties, including username and group membership.
Lists the detailed technical specifications for the Mastersizer optical bench.
Discusses material compatibility with samples and dispersants within the system.
Declares compliance with European Commission Directives for APA2000.
Declares compliance with European Commission Directives for EPA2000.
Provides FCC compliance information for Class A digital devices.
Outlines digital apparatus compliance with Canadian Radio Interference Regulations.
Indicates compliance with Japanese EMC regulations as specified by VCCI.
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