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PS150UM
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5%
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150 μm
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10 mL / 20 mL / 100 mL / 1000 mL
150 μm Polystyrene Beads
PS150UM Polystyrene Beads are 150 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, sedimentation studies, porous media research, particle retention and materials research.
PS150UM is available in 10 mL, 20 mL, 100 mL and 1000 mL package sizes.
Key Features
150 μm polystyrene beads
5% solid content
Defined 150 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 | PS150UM |
Product Name | Polystyrene Beads |
Material | Polystyrene (PS) |
Particle Size | 150 μm |
Solid Content | 5% |
Form | Microsphere Suspension |
Package | 10 mL / 20 mL / 100 mL / 1000 mL |
Applications of 150 μm Polystyrene Beads
PS150UM 150 μm Polystyrene Beads can be evaluated for:
Filtration and filter media research
Particle retention studies
Particle transport research
Sedimentation studies
Porous media research
Separation studies
Fluid-particle interaction research
Materials science research
Particle deposition studies
Model particle experiments
150 μm Polystyrene Beads for Filtration Research
The 150 μm particle size makes PS150UM 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
Particle size should be selected according to the pore structure and experimental design of the filtration system.
150 μm Polystyrene Beads for Particle Transport Studies
PS150UM can be evaluated as a model particle for studying the movement, deposition and retention of larger micron-sized particles.
Potential research areas include:
Porous media transport
Particle migration
Particle deposition
Flow-based particle studies
Particle retention
Transport through structured materials
150 μm Polystyrene Beads for Sedimentation Studies
At 150 μm, settling behavior becomes particularly relevant in suspension-based experiments.
PS150UM can be evaluated for research involving:
Particle settling
Sedimentation behavior
Resuspension behavior
Fluid-particle interactions
Settling velocity studies
Size-dependent particle behavior
150 μm Polystyrene Beads for Particle Retention Studies
PS150UM provides a defined particle size for studying particle retention in compatible filtration and separation systems.
The 150 μm polystyrene beads can be evaluated with filters, porous materials, separation media and experimental flow systems.
150 μm Polystyrene Beads for Porous Media Research
Defined-size polystyrene microspheres can serve as model particles in porous media experiments.
PS150UM can be evaluated for studying particle transport, deposition, trapping and retention in porous structures under controlled laboratory conditions.
150 μm Polystyrene Beads for Fluid-Particle Studies
The defined 150 μm particle diameter provides a useful model system for investigating interactions between particles and fluid flow.
Potential research topics include:
Particle settling in liquids
Flow-induced particle movement
Particle deposition
Particle transport
Particle-fluid interactions
Resuspension behavior
150 μm Polystyrene Beads as Model Particles
PS150UM provides defined polymer microspheres for controlled model-particle experiments.
The beads can be evaluated in research involving:
Particle transport
Sedimentation
Particle retention
Particle deposition
Particle-surface interactions
Size-dependent particle behavior
5% Solid Content Polystyrene Microspheres
PS150UM is supplied at 5% solid content.
The suspension can be diluted according to the required working concentration.
Because 150 μm particles can settle relatively quickly, appropriate resuspension and mixing should be considered during sample preparation and experimental use.
150 μm Polystyrene Beads for Materials Research
PS150UM can be evaluated in compatible materials science studies involving defined polymer particles.
Potential applications include:
Polymer particle research
Porous material studies
Particle-interface research
Filtration materials evaluation
Particle deposition studies
Surface interaction research
Why Choose 150 μm Polystyrene Beads?
PS150UM combines:
150 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
PS150UM 150 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 rapid settling of 150 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 PS150UM?
PS150UM is a 150 μm Polystyrene Beads product supplied as a microsphere suspension with 5% solid content.
What is the particle size of PS150UM?
The nominal particle diameter is 150 μm.
What is the solid content of PS150UM?
PS150UM is supplied at 5% solid content.
What material are PS150UM beads made from?
The microspheres are made from polystyrene (PS).
What are 150 μm Polystyrene Beads used for?
They can be evaluated for filtration research, particle transport, sedimentation studies, particle retention, porous media research and materials science applications.
Can PS150UM be used for filtration studies?
Yes. 150 μm polystyrene beads can be evaluated as model particles in compatible filtration, filter media and particle-retention studies.
Can PS150UM be used for porous media research?
Yes. They can be evaluated in studies investigating particle transport, deposition, trapping and retention through compatible porous materials.
Do 150 μm Polystyrene Beads settle?
Yes. 150 μm particles can settle relatively quickly in suspension. Thorough resuspension before use and appropriate mixing during experiments are recommended.
Can PS150UM be diluted?
Yes. The 5% solid content suspension can be diluted according to experimental requirements.
Can PS150UM be used as a certified particle size standard?
PS150UM can be evaluated as a defined-size model particle. Applications requiring certified or traceable particle-size values should use an appropriately certified reference standard.
What package sizes are available?
PS150UM is available in 10 mL, 20 mL, 100 mL and 1000 mL packages.