Chapter 2 Introducing the Mastersizer 3000
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Cell
Two types of cell are available:
Wet - for the Hydro LV, MV, EV and SM units.
Standard and solvent compatible versions of the wet cells are available.
Dry - for use with the Aero S unit (The dry cell is sometimes known as the air
cell).
Instrument status LED
The instrument status is indicated as follows: Standby (i.e. powered on, but not
making a measurement): pulsating dim; Active (i.e. making a measurement) - con-
stant bright; Error - flashing bright.
Cell bay
The interface between the sample dispersion unit and the optical unit. The sample
passes between two windows that allow it to be analysed by the optical unit’s laser
beam.
End panel
Provides the communication connectors for the optical unit as well as the power
connection and switch. Refer to the Mastersizer 3000 Basic guide for further
connection reference.
Protection window
Stops dust/dirt entering the system. Clean this window periodically. Refer to the
Mastersizer 3000 Basic guide for more information on cleaning the protection
window.
Adjustable feet
It is important to ensure that the instrument is levelled on the bench - adjust the
feet individually in order to accomplish this.
Drain
Allows any spillages in the cell area to exit onto the laboratory bench.
Tube/cable routing guide
Neatly routes all connection pipes and cables underneath the instrument.
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