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Fast and Automatic Analysis
For the first time, obtain shape measurements on tens of thousands of particles from 1 micron to as large as 6 mm in minutes. A video microscope camera synchronized with a strobe light takes "still" pictures continuously while particles are in dynamic flow. It is not necessary to stop the flow or limit monitoring to capture stationary objects. The images are enhanced, processed, and analyzed automatically (typically within 1 second) to ensure full representation of your sample. Accurate results are produced in a fraction of the time normally required for microscopic observation. | |
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Modularity
The Key to Versatility The sample measurement zone is optically defined between the illumination source and the video microscope. This open architecture allows introduction of a wide variety of materials via interchangeable cell modules. Liquid dispersions, powders, slurries and emulsions are easily prepared and introduced by a liquid flow controller. A specially designed vibrating feeder provides continuous introduction of dry powder samples. The DSA-10 is available as a general laboratory system for measurement of a wide variety of materials or as a dedicated analyzer for industrial production control. | |
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Simple to Operate
The Ankersmid Dynamic Shape Analyzer is designed for simple operation. Cell modules for various sample introduction are easily changed. User friendly software is controlled by function keys, while analysis routines for dedicated samples are stored and recalled easily. Lens magnification is altered at the touch of a dial, while picture focus is motor driven and remote controlled. The video camera is computer controlled, and the synchronized solid state strobe has computer adjustable intensity to optimize the illumination for different fields of view. | |
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Cumulative Analysis
Once the parameters are set for the first image, the DSA-10 automatically processes subsequent images. Hundreds of pictures are processed within minutes, yielding complete geometric data on thousands of particles. Any parameter may be used as acceptance criteria for the database or as cumulative distribution with graphical, tabular and statistical presentation. Both images and statistical data can be displayed and/or printed for a permanent record of the sample. | |
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Description
The DSA-10 is a dedicated laboratory shape analyzer for analyzing size and shape characterization of moving particles. The particles are either dispersed in a flowing media, gas or liquid, or as a thin layer on a moving slide. A Video Microscope synchronized with a strobe light takes still pictures continuously. The DSA-10 is characterized by an open architecture allowing easy interface with different sample introduction accessories. | |
