Description
The VASCO-FlexTM is a unique and fully agile nanoparticle size analyzer combining the power of Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS) and the flexibility of optical fibers.
Technologies & innovations
The main unit of the VASCO-Flex includes :
High sensitivity - low noise single photon detector
High resolution linear timescale correlator (up to 1000 channels)
External high accuracy temperature sensor
Visible alignment laser for easy positioning of the probe
Various plug & play measurement head options with Optical Fiber umbilical
Main characteristics
Particle size (diameter) : 0.5nm -10 um
“A la carte” and pay-as-you-grow configuration
Flexibility and upgradability with various plug and play options: one main unit and various interchangeable heads
On-demand optical fiber umbilical length from 1m up to 20 m
Powered by the NanoQ proprietary software
Interchangeable measurement heads
VASCO-FLEX with Dual Thickness Controller head
VASCO-FLEX with in situ head
VASCO-FLEX with Thermalized head
VASCO-FLEX with Custom head
VASCO-FLEX with Dual Thickness Controller head
Features
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
VASCO-FLEX with in situ head
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
VASCO-FLEX with Thermalized head
Features
Broad temperature range : 5° to 80°C ; +/-0.05°
Compact : ability to work in confined environment (glove box)
Compatible with standard 10x10 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
VASCO-FLEX with Custom head
Features
Lab set up for dedicated and advanced applications
On-demand configuration (scattering angle, beams position, Fluorescence filter option , type of cell, monitoring, thermalization, etc)
Applications
Measurements in specific environments or specific conditions