ParticleTrack G400
ParticleTrack G400 with FBRM Technology is a probe-based instrument that is inserted directly into laboratory reactors to track changing particle size and count in real time at full process concentrations. Particles, particle structures and droplets are monitored continuously, as experimental conditions vary, providing scientists with the evidence required to deliver consistent particles with the required attributes.
Particle size and count directly impact performance in multiphase processes including crystallization, emulsification and flocculation. By monitoring particle size and count in real time scientists can understand, optimize and scale-up processes confidently using evidence-based methods.
Particles can change when sampled and prepared for offline analysis. By tracking changes to size and count, as particles naturally exist in process, scientists obtain process understanding safely and with no time delay – even at extremes of temperature and pressure.
By monitoring particles continuously, as experimental conditions are varied, it is possible to determine the influence of process parameters on particle size and count. This unique information can be used to design processes that will consistently deliver particles with optimized attributes.
Measurement Range — 0.5–2,000 µm
Temperature Range, Base Unit — 5–35 °C
Base Unit — Laboratory base unit
Base Unit Dimensions (LxHxW) — 492 × 89 × 237 mm
Certifications — CE approved; Class 1 laser; NRTL certified; CB Scheme certified
Power Requirements — 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1.2 A
For Use In — Laboratory; EasyMax; OptiMax
Software — iC FBRM
Scanning System — Electric scanner
Scan Speed — 2 m/s; 19 mm probe at 1.2 m/s
Chord Selection Method — Primary (fines) and Macro (coarse)
Probe Diameter Options — 14/9.5 mm; 19 mm; 9.5 mm
Probe Wetted Length — 206 mm for 14/9.5 mm probe; 400 mm for 19 mm probe; 91 mm for 9.5 mm probe
Probe Wetted Alloy — C22
Window — Sapphire
Standard Window Seals — Kalrez for 19 mm; TM for 14/9.5 mm and 9.5 mm
Probe / Window Option — TM window for 19 mm
Probe Pressure Rating — 3 barg standard; up to 100 barg custom
Probe Temperature Rating — +10–90 °C standard; -10–90 °C with Kalrez and purge; -80–90 °C with TM and purge
Conduit Length — 3 m / 9.8 ft
Air Requirements — Low-flow purge; max. flow 5 NL/min / 0.2 SCFM; max. inlet pressure 8.6 barg / 125 psig; max. outlet pressure 0.8 barg / 12 psig
Hazardous Location Rating — Not rated for explosive locations
