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PS100UM
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5%
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100 μm
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10 mL / 20 mL / 100 mL / 1000 mL
100 μm Polystyrene Beads
PS100UM Polystyrene Beads are 100 μm polystyrene microspheres supplied as a suspension with 5% solid content.
These defined micron-sized PS beads provide a model particle platform for filtration research, particle transport studies, sedimentation research, porous media studies, particle retention and analytical method development.
PS100UM is available in 10 mL, 20 mL, 100 mL and 1000 mL package sizes.
Key Features
100 μm polystyrene beads
5% solid content
Defined 100 μm particle size
Polystyrene (PS) material
Suitable for filtration research
Suitable for particle transport studies
Suitable for sedimentation research
Suitable for porous media studies
Multiple package sizes available
Technical Specifications
Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
Product Code | PS100UM |
Product Name | Polystyrene Beads |
Material | Polystyrene (PS) |
Particle Size | 100 μm |
Solid Content | 5% |
Form | Microsphere Suspension |
Package | 10 mL / 20 mL / 100 mL / 1000 mL |
Applications of 100 μm Polystyrene Beads
PS100UM 100 μm Polystyrene Beads can be evaluated for:
Filtration and filter media research
Particle retention studies
Particle transport studies
Sedimentation research
Porous media research
Particle counting studies
Instrument testing
Analytical method development
Particle-surface interaction studies
Model particle experiments
100 μm Polystyrene Beads for Filtration Research
The 100 μm particle size makes PS100UM useful as a model particle for compatible filtration and filter media experiments.
Potential applications include:
Filter performance studies
Particle retention
Filtration efficiency research
Particle breakthrough studies
Filter media evaluation
Separation research
The appropriate particle size should be selected according to the pore size and experimental design of the filtration system.
100 μm Polystyrene Beads for Particle Transport Studies
PS100UM can be evaluated as a model particle for studying the movement, deposition and retention of micron-sized particles.
Potential research areas include:
Porous media transport
Particle migration
Particle deposition
Filter penetration
Particle retention
Flow-based particle studies
100 μm Polystyrene Beads for Sedimentation Studies
At 100 μm, settling behavior is an important factor in suspension-based experiments.
PS100UM can be evaluated for research involving:
Particle settling
Sedimentation behavior
Resuspension behavior
Suspension stability
Fluid-particle interactions
Size-dependent settling behavior
100 μm Polystyrene Beads for Particle Retention Studies
PS100UM provides a defined particle size for studying particle retention in compatible filtration and separation systems.
The 100 μm polystyrene beads can be evaluated with filters, porous materials, separation media and experimental flow systems.
100 μm Polystyrene Beads for Porous Media Research
Defined-size polystyrene microspheres can serve as model particles in porous media experiments.
PS100UM can be evaluated for studying particle transport, deposition, trapping and retention in porous materials under controlled laboratory conditions.
100 μm Polystyrene Microspheres for Particle Counting
PS100UM provides defined 100 μm polystyrene microspheres for compatible particle counting and detection research.
Potential applications include:
Particle detection
Particle counting
Optical particle analysis
Instrument response studies
Analytical method development
For applications requiring certified or traceable calibration values, an appropriately certified reference material should be selected.
100 μm Polystyrene Beads as Model Particles
PS100UM provides a nominal 100 μm particle diameter for controlled model-particle studies.
Potential research topics include:
Particle transport
Sedimentation
Particle retention
Particle deposition
Particle-surface interactions
Size-dependent particle behavior
5% Solid Content Polystyrene Microspheres
PS100UM is supplied at 5% solid content.
The suspension can be diluted according to the required working concentration.
Because larger micron-sized particles can settle relatively quickly, appropriate resuspension and mixing should be considered during sample preparation and experiments.
100 μm Polystyrene Beads for Materials Research
PS100UM can be evaluated in compatible materials science studies involving defined polymer particles.
Potential applications include:
Polymer particle research
Particle-interface studies
Porous materials research
Filtration materials evaluation
Particle deposition studies
Surface interaction research
Why Choose 100 μm Polystyrene Beads?
PS100UM combines:
100 μm nominal particle size
5% solid content
Polystyrene material
Defined micron-sized particle format
Multiple package sizes
It provides a practical model particle platform for filtration, transport, sedimentation, retention and materials research.
Available Package Sizes
PS100UM 100 μm Polystyrene Beads are available in:
10 mL
20 mL
100 mL
1000 mL
Handling Recommendations
Resuspend thoroughly before use.
Maintain appropriate mixing during sample preparation.
Consider settling of 100 μm particles during experiments.
Avoid contamination during handling.
Use clean laboratory equipment for transfer and dilution.
Store according to applicable product documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is PS100UM?
PS100UM is a 100 μm Polystyrene Beads product supplied as a microsphere suspension with 5% solid content.
What is the particle size of PS100UM?
The nominal particle diameter is 100 μm.
What is the solid content of PS100UM?
PS100UM is supplied at 5% solid content.
What material are PS100UM beads made from?
The microspheres are made from polystyrene (PS).
What are 100 μm Polystyrene Beads used for?
They can be evaluated for filtration research, particle transport, sedimentation studies, particle retention, porous media research and analytical method development.
Can PS100UM be used for filtration studies?
Yes. 100 μm polystyrene beads can be evaluated as model particles in compatible filtration, filter media and particle-retention studies.
Can PS100UM be used for porous media research?
Yes. They can be evaluated in studies investigating particle transport, deposition, trapping and retention through compatible porous materials.
Can PS100UM be used as a calibration standard?
PS100UM can be evaluated as a defined-size model particle. Applications requiring certified or traceable calibration values should use an appropriately certified reference standard.
Do 100 μm Polystyrene Beads settle?
Yes. Particles of this size can settle over time. Thorough resuspension before use and appropriate mixing during experiments are recommended.
Can PS100UM be diluted?
Yes. The 5% solid content suspension can be diluted according to experimental requirements.
What package sizes are available?
PS100UM is available in 10 mL, 20 mL, 100 mL and 1000 mL packages.