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PS40NM
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5%
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40 nm
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10 mL / 20 mL / 100 mL / 1000 mL
40 nm Polystyrene Beads
PS40NM Polystyrene Beads are 40 nm polystyrene microspheres supplied as a suspension with 5% solid content.
These nanoscale PS beads are suitable for particle research, colloidal studies, assay development, diagnostic research and other laboratory applications requiring small and defined polystyrene particles.
PS40NM is available in 10 mL, 20 mL, 100 mL and 1000 mL package sizes.
Key Features
40 nm polystyrene beads
5% solid content
Polystyrene microsphere suspension
Nanoscale particle size
Suitable for nanoparticle research
Suitable for particle characterization
Suitable for colloidal studies
Suitable for assay development
Multiple package sizes available
Technical Specifications
Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
Product Code | PS40NM |
Product Name | Polystyrene Beads |
Material | Polystyrene (PS) |
Particle Size | 40 nm |
Solid Content | 5% |
Form | Microsphere Suspension |
Package | 10 mL / 20 mL / 100 mL / 1000 mL |
Applications of 40 nm Polystyrene Beads
PS40NM 40 nm Polystyrene Beads can be evaluated for:
Nanoparticle research
Particle characterization
Colloidal studies
Assay development
Diagnostic research
Biotechnology research
Particle-surface interaction studies
Materials science research
Laboratory method development
40 nm Polystyrene Microspheres for Nanoparticle Research
PS40NM provides 40 nm polystyrene microspheres for experimental systems requiring nanoscale polymer particles.
The particles can be evaluated in studies involving nanoparticle behavior, dispersion, particle interactions and other nanoscale research applications.
40 nm Polystyrene Beads for Particle Characterization
Defined polystyrene particles are useful model materials for particle-related research and analytical method development.
PS40NM can be evaluated in compatible studies involving:
Particle size characterization
Nanoparticle analysis
Dispersion studies
Particle behavior research
Analytical method development
Instrument performance studies
The suitability of the particles should be confirmed for the specific analytical method.
Polystyrene Beads for Assay Development
PS40NM can be evaluated as a particle platform in compatible assay-development workflows.
When selecting microspheres for an assay, important parameters include:
Particle diameter
Solid content
Particle concentration
Surface requirements
Buffer composition
Detection method
Sample type
The 40 nm diameter and 5% solid content provide a useful starting specification for compatible particle-based research.
40 nm Polystyrene Microspheres for Diagnostic Research
Polystyrene microspheres are widely evaluated in diagnostic and biotechnology research.
PS40NM provides nanoscale PS particles that can be used during development and optimization of compatible particle-based assays and research methods.
Final assay performance should be validated according to the intended application.
40 nm PS Beads for Colloidal Studies
The nanoscale particle size makes PS40NM suitable for compatible colloidal research.
Potential research areas include:
Colloidal stability
Particle dispersion
Suspension behavior
Particle-particle interactions
Particle-surface interactions
Aggregation studies
Nanoscale suspension systems
40 nm Polystyrene Beads for Surface Interaction Studies
PS40NM can be evaluated in research involving interactions between polymer nanoparticles and different surfaces or materials.
Experimental variables may include particle concentration, solution composition, ionic strength, pH, temperature and surface characteristics.
5% Solid Content Polystyrene Microspheres
PS40NM is supplied at 5% solid content.
The microsphere suspension can be diluted according to the concentration required for a specific experimental protocol.
When preparing working suspensions, consider:
Target particle concentration
Dilution medium
Buffer composition
Dispersion stability
Mixing conditions
Experimental requirements
Polystyrene Microspheres for Biotechnology Research
Polystyrene microspheres provide a versatile particle platform for biotechnology and life science research.
PS40NM can be evaluated in compatible research workflows requiring a 40 nm polystyrene particle size, including assay development, particle interaction studies and laboratory method development.
40 nm vs Larger Polystyrene Beads
The 40 nm particle size provides a nanoscale option for applications requiring smaller particles than conventional submicron or micron-sized polystyrene beads.
Particle size can influence:
Surface-area-to-volume ratio
Dispersion behavior
Particle interactions
Sedimentation behavior
Assay performance
The optimal particle size depends on the intended experimental system.
Why Choose PS40NM Polystyrene Beads?
PS40NM combines:
40 nm nominal particle size
5% solid content
Polystyrene material
Nanoscale particle format
Multiple package sizes
This allows researchers to select the required volume for initial testing, routine laboratory use or larger research projects.
Available Package Sizes
PS40NM 40 nm 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.
Avoid unnecessary evaporation of the dispersion medium.
Select dilution conditions according to experimental requirements.
Store according to applicable product documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is PS40NM?
PS40NM is a 40 nm Polystyrene Beads product supplied as a microsphere suspension with 5% solid content.
What is the particle size of PS40NM?
The nominal particle diameter is 40 nm.
What is the solid content of PS40NM?
PS40NM is supplied at 5% solid content.
What material are PS40NM beads made from?
PS40NM microspheres are made from polystyrene (PS).
Are 40 nm Polystyrene Beads nanoparticles?
Yes. With a nominal diameter of 40 nm, PS40NM falls within the nanoscale particle size range.
What are 40 nm Polystyrene Beads used for?
They can be evaluated for nanoparticle research, particle characterization, colloidal studies, assay development, diagnostic research and other compatible laboratory applications.
Can PS40NM be used for particle characterization research?
Yes. PS40NM can be evaluated as a defined polymer particle material in compatible particle characterization and analytical method-development studies.
Can PS40NM be diluted?
Yes. The 5% solid content suspension can be diluted to an appropriate working concentration according to experimental requirements.
What package sizes are available?
PS40NM is available in 10 mL, 20 mL, 100 mL and 1000 mL packages.