1 μm Polystyrene Beads
PS1UM Polystyrene Beads are 1 μm polystyrene microspheres supplied as a suspension with 5% solid content.
These micron-sized PS beads provide a defined particle platform for particle research, assay development, flow cytometry research, analytical method development and other laboratory applications requiring uniform polymer microspheres.
PS1UM is available in 10 mL, 20 mL, 100 mL and 1000 mL package sizes.
Key Features
1 μm polystyrene beads
5% solid content
Micron-sized polystyrene microspheres
Defined particle size
Suitable for particle research
Suitable for assay development
Suitable for flow cytometry research
Suitable for analytical method development
Multiple package sizes available
Technical Specifications
Parameter | Specification |
|---|
Product Code | PS1UM |
Product Name | Polystyrene Beads |
Material | Polystyrene (PS) |
Particle Size | 1 μm |
Solid Content | 5% |
Form | Microsphere Suspension |
Package | 10 mL / 20 mL / 100 mL / 1000 mL |
Applications of 1 μm Polystyrene Beads
PS1UM 1 μm Polystyrene Beads can be evaluated for:
1 μm Polystyrene Microspheres for Particle Research
PS1UM provides 1 μm polystyrene microspheres for research requiring defined micron-sized polymer particles.
Polystyrene microspheres are widely used as model particles because their controlled particle size makes them suitable for studying particle behavior, suspension characteristics and particle interactions.
1 μm Polystyrene Beads for Flow Cytometry Research
Micron-sized polystyrene beads are commonly evaluated in flow cytometry research and instrument method development.
PS1UM can be evaluated in compatible workflows involving:
Flow cytometer method development
Particle detection studies
Scatter response research
Instrument performance studies
Particle-based experimental systems
Suitability should be confirmed for the specific instrument and experimental protocol.
1 μm Polystyrene Beads for Assay Development
PS1UM can be evaluated as a particle platform for compatible assay-development applications.
Important factors when selecting microspheres include:
Particle diameter
Solid content
Particle concentration
Surface requirements
Detection method
Buffer composition
Sample characteristics
The 1 μm particle size and 5% solid content provide a practical specification for compatible particle-based research.
1 μm Polystyrene Microspheres for Particle Counting
PS1UM can be evaluated in compatible particle counting and analytical method-development studies.
The defined 1 μm nominal diameter provides a useful model particle size for experiments involving particle detection, counting behavior and instrument response.
For quantitative calibration applications requiring certified reference values, users should select an appropriately certified particle standard.
1 μm PS Beads for Filtration Research
PS1UM can be evaluated as model particles in compatible filtration and membrane research.
Potential applications include:
Filter performance studies
Membrane research
Particle retention studies
Particle transport experiments
Filtration method development
The suitability of the beads depends on the filtration system and experimental conditions.
1 μm Polystyrene Beads for Biotechnology Research
Polystyrene microspheres provide a versatile particle platform for biotechnology and life science research.
PS1UM can be evaluated in compatible applications involving particle-based assays, diagnostic research, particle interactions and laboratory method development.
1 μm Polystyrene Beads as Model Particles
Defined-size polystyrene microspheres are useful as model particles for controlled laboratory experiments.
PS1UM provides a nominal 1 μm particle diameter, allowing researchers to investigate:
5% Solid Content Polystyrene Microspheres
PS1UM is supplied at 5% solid content.
The suspension can be diluted according to the working concentration required for a specific experiment.
When preparing working suspensions, researchers should consider particle concentration, dilution medium, dispersion stability and experimental conditions.
1 μm Polystyrene Beads for Analytical Method Development
PS1UM can be evaluated during development of analytical methods involving micron-sized particles.
Potential research areas include:
Why Choose 1 μm Polystyrene Beads?
PS1UM combines:
This makes PS1UM suitable for initial laboratory evaluation, routine research and larger-volume experimental requirements.
Available Package Sizes
PS1UM 1 μm Polystyrene Beads are available in:
Handling Recommendations
Mix the suspension thoroughly before use.
Avoid contamination during handling.
Use clean laboratory equipment for transfer and dilution.
Select dilution conditions according to experimental requirements.
Avoid unnecessary evaporation of the dispersion medium.
Store according to applicable product documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is PS1UM?
PS1UM is a 1 μm Polystyrene Beads product supplied as a microsphere suspension with 5% solid content.
What is the particle size of PS1UM?
The nominal particle diameter is 1 μm, equivalent to 1000 nm.
What is the solid content of PS1UM?
PS1UM is supplied at 5% solid content.
What material are PS1UM beads made from?
The microspheres are made from polystyrene (PS).
What are 1 μm Polystyrene Beads used for?
They can be evaluated for particle research, flow cytometry research, assay development, particle counting, filtration studies, analytical method development and other compatible laboratory applications.
Can 1 μm Polystyrene Beads be used for flow cytometry?
They can be evaluated in compatible flow cytometry research and method-development workflows. Suitability should be verified for the specific instrument and protocol.
Can PS1UM be used as a particle size standard?
PS1UM can be evaluated as a defined-size model particle. Applications requiring a certified calibration or traceable reference standard should use an appropriately certified product.
Can PS1UM be diluted?
Yes. The 5% solid content suspension can be diluted to the required working concentration according to the experimental protocol.
What package sizes are available?
PS1UM is available in 10 mL, 20 mL, 100 mL and 1000 mL packages.
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