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PS3UM
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5%
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3 μm
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10 mL / 20 mL / 100 mL / 1000 mL
3 μm Polystyrene Beads
PS3UM Polystyrene Beads are 3 μm polystyrene microspheres supplied as a suspension with 5% solid content.
These micron-sized PS beads provide a defined particle platform for particle research, flow cytometry research, assay development, filtration studies, particle counting and analytical method development.
PS3UM is available in 10 mL, 20 mL, 100 mL and 1000 mL package sizes.
Key Features
3 μm polystyrene beads
5% solid content
Micron-sized polystyrene microspheres
Defined particle size
Suitable for particle research
Suitable for flow cytometry research
Suitable for assay development
Suitable for filtration studies
Multiple package sizes available
Technical Specifications
Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
Product Code | PS3UM |
Product Name | Polystyrene Beads |
Material | Polystyrene (PS) |
Particle Size | 3 μm |
Solid Content | 5% |
Form | Microsphere Suspension |
Package | 10 mL / 20 mL / 100 mL / 1000 mL |
Applications of 3 μm Polystyrene Beads
PS3UM 3 μm Polystyrene Beads can be evaluated for:
Particle size research
Flow cytometry research
Assay development
Particle counting studies
Filtration research
Biotechnology research
Particle transport studies
Analytical method development
Model particle studies
3 μm Polystyrene Microspheres for Particle Research
PS3UM provides 3 μm polystyrene microspheres for laboratory research requiring defined micron-sized polymer particles.
The defined particle size makes these beads suitable as model particles for investigating particle behavior, suspension properties, sedimentation, particle transport and particle-surface interactions.
3 μm Polystyrene Beads for Flow Cytometry Research
The 3 μm particle size can be evaluated in compatible flow cytometry research and instrument method-development workflows.
Potential research areas include:
Particle detection studies
Light scatter research
Instrument response studies
Particle discrimination
Flow cytometry method development
Particle-based experimental systems
Suitability should be confirmed for the specific flow cytometer and experimental protocol.
3 μm Polystyrene Beads for Assay Development
PS3UM can be evaluated as a particle platform in compatible assay-development workflows.
Important factors when selecting polystyrene microspheres include:
Particle diameter
Solid content
Working concentration
Surface requirements
Detection method
Buffer composition
Sample characteristics
PS3UM provides 3 μm particles at 5% solids for compatible particle-based research.
3 μm Polystyrene Beads for Particle Counting
PS3UM can be evaluated in particle counting and analytical method-development research.
The defined 3 μm nominal diameter provides a useful model particle size for experiments involving particle detection, counting behavior and instrument response.
For calibration applications requiring certified or traceable reference values, an appropriately certified particle standard should be selected.
3 μm Polystyrene Beads for Filtration Research
PS3UM 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 efficiency research
Filtration method development
The suitability of PS3UM depends on the filtration system and experimental conditions.
3 μm Polystyrene Microspheres for Biotechnology
Polystyrene microspheres provide a versatile particle platform for biotechnology and life science research.
PS3UM can be evaluated in compatible workflows involving particle-based assays, diagnostic research, particle interaction studies and laboratory method development.
3 μm Polystyrene Beads as Model Particles
Defined-size polystyrene microspheres are useful as model particles for controlled laboratory experiments.
PS3UM provides a nominal 3 μm particle diameter for research involving:
Particle transport
Suspension behavior
Sedimentation
Particle-surface interactions
Particle detection
Size-dependent particle behavior
5% Solid Content Polystyrene Microspheres
PS3UM is supplied at 5% solid content.
The suspension can be diluted according to the working concentration required for a specific experiment.
Researchers should consider particle concentration, dilution medium, dispersion stability and experimental conditions when preparing working suspensions.
3 μm Polystyrene Beads for Analytical Method Development
PS3UM can be evaluated during analytical method development involving micron-sized particles.
Potential research areas include:
Particle detection
Particle counting
Optical response studies
Suspension analysis
Filtration testing
Instrument method development
Why Choose 3 μm Polystyrene Beads?
PS3UM combines:
3 μm nominal particle size
5% solid content
Polystyrene material
Micron-sized particle format
Multiple package sizes
This provides flexibility for initial laboratory evaluation, routine experiments and larger-volume research requirements.
Available Package Sizes
PS3UM 3 μm Polystyrene Beads are available in:
10 mL
20 mL
100 mL
1000 mL
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 PS3UM?
PS3UM is a 3 μm Polystyrene Beads product supplied as a microsphere suspension with 5% solid content.
What is the particle size of PS3UM?
The nominal particle diameter is 3 μm.
What is the solid content of PS3UM?
PS3UM is supplied at 5% solid content.
What material are PS3UM beads made from?
The microspheres are made from polystyrene (PS).
What are 3 μm Polystyrene Beads used for?
They can be evaluated for particle research, flow cytometry research, assay development, particle counting, filtration studies and analytical method development.
Can 3 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 PS3UM be used for filtration studies?
Yes. The 3 μm beads can be evaluated as model particles in compatible filter performance, membrane and particle-retention research.
Can PS3UM be used as a particle size standard?
PS3UM can be evaluated as a defined-size model particle. Applications requiring certified or traceable calibration values should use an appropriately certified reference standard.
Can PS3UM be diluted?
Yes. The 5% solid content suspension can be diluted according to experimental requirements.
What package sizes are available?
PS3UM is available in 10 mL, 20 mL, 100 mL and 1000 mL packages.