5um Standard Polystyrene Microspheres SPS5UM-10 5%

5um Standard Polystyrene Microspheres SPS5UM-10

SHBC SPS5UM-10 Standard Polystyrene Microspheres are plain polystyrene particles with a nominal diameter of 5 μm and a solid content of 5%.

The spherical microspheres are designed for particle analysis, microscopy, particle counting, flow-system research, physical adsorption and laboratory method development.

Product Overview

SPS5UM-10 provides a consistent 5 micron polymer particle platform for research, analytical development and industrial testing.

The particles offer convenient optical visibility and controlled microscale dimensions. The concentrated 5% solids suspension can be diluted according to different experimental requirements.

Technical Specifications

Actual mean diameter, particle-size distribution and CV are lot-specific. Please refer to the applicable Certificate of Analysis.

Key Advantages

• Nominal particle diameter of 5 μm

• Regular spherical particle morphology

• Controlled microscale particle size

• Concentrated 5% solids suspension

• Convenient optical observation

• Easy dilution and sample preparation

• Suitable for particle-counting research

• Plain surface for adsorption studies

• Flexible packaging volumes

• OEM and bulk supply available

Applications of 5um Polystyrene Microspheres

Particle Size Analysis

SPS5UM-10 can be used as a model particle for particle-size measurement, comparative testing and analytical method development.

Particle Counter Evaluation

The 5 μm particles are suitable for particle-detection studies, counting-method development and instrument performance comparison.

Optical Microscopy

Their microscale diameter provides convenient visibility for optical microscopy, particle tracking and morphology observation.

Electron Microscopy

SPS5UM-10 can support SEM sample preparation, particle morphology analysis and imaging-method development.

Flow Cytometry Research

The particles may be evaluated for light-scatter studies, flow-system testing, gating-method development and particle detection.

Microfluidic Research

SPS5UM-10 can be used for channel visualization, particle transport, flow-behavior studies and separation-method development.

Filtration and Membrane Testing

The particles are suitable for filter-retention studies, membrane-efficiency evaluation and particle recovery research.

Physical Biomolecule Adsorption

The plain polystyrene surface can be evaluated for passive adsorption of proteins, antibodies, antigens and other biomolecules.

Latex Agglutination Research

SPS5UM-10 may be evaluated as a carrier particle for agglutination research and particle-based assay development.

Cell Uptake and Phagocytosis Studies

The particles can be evaluated as model microspheres for cellular uptake, phagocytosis and particle–cell interaction research.

Colloid and Sedimentation Studies

SPS5UM-10 is suitable for studying particle aggregation, sedimentation, suspension behavior and surface interactions.

Why Choose 5um Polystyrene Microspheres?

The 5 μm diameter combines convenient microscopic observation with controlled particle geometry.

It is suitable for research involving:

• Particle counting

• Optical imaging

• Flow-system testing

• Microfluidic transport

• Filter evaluation

• Protein adsorption

• Cell uptake studies

• Particle separation

Standard Plain Polystyrene Surface

SPS5UM-10 has a standard non-functionalized polystyrene surface without intentionally added carboxyl or amino groups.

The plain hydrophobic surface is suitable for general particle research and passive biomolecule adsorption.

For controlled covalent coupling, SHBC also supplies carboxyl, amino and other functionalized polystyrene microspheres.

Benefits of 5% Solid Content

The 5% solids format provides a concentrated particle suspension for flexible laboratory use.

Users can dilute the product to the required working concentration. The concentrated format also supports repeated experiments, pilot projects and larger-volume production requirements.

Quality and Batch Documentation

SHBC can provide lot-specific product documentation according to the supplied product grade.

Recommended quality information includes:

• Actual mean particle diameter

• Particle-size distribution

• Coefficient of variation

• Solid content

• Appearance

• Batch number

• Production date

• Storage requirements

• Certificate of Analysis

• Safety Data Sheet

SPS5UM-10 should only be described as a certified or traceable particle-size standard when the corresponding certification documents are supplied for the specific batch.

Why Choose SHBC?

Shanghai SanYu Biotechnology Co., Ltd. manufactures standard and functional microspheres for scientific research, assay development and industrial applications.

SHBC supply advantages include:

• Multiple particle sizes available

• Standard and functional surfaces

• Laboratory sample supply

• Pilot-scale manufacturing

• Bulk production capability

• Customized solid content

• Flexible packaging volumes

• OEM and private-label services

• Technical product-selection support

Customized Microsphere Supply

Customization options include:

• Customized particle diameter

• Customized solid content

• Customized dispersion medium

• Carboxyl surface modification

• Amino surface modification

• Fluorescent labeling

• Colored microspheres

• Customized packaging volume

• OEM labeling

• Bulk production

Storage and Handling

Store SPS5UM-10 according to the product label, COA and SDS.

Gently mix or briefly sonicate the suspension before use. Avoid freezing, drying, prolonged high-temperature exposure and contamination.

Use clean laboratory tools to reduce particle aggregation and cross-contamination.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SPS5UM-10?

SPS5UM-10 is a standard plain polystyrene microsphere product with a nominal diameter of 5 μm and a solid content of 5%.

Is 5um equal to 5 microns?

Yes. A diameter of 5 μm, 5um or 5 microns is equal to 5,000 nm.

What is the particle surface?

SPS5UM-10 has a standard non-functionalized polystyrene surface without intentionally added carboxyl or amino groups.

What are 5um polystyrene microspheres used for?

Typical applications include particle analysis, microscopy, particle counting, flow research, microfluidics, filtration, adsorption studies and cell uptake research.

Can SPS5UM-10 be observed with an optical microscope?

Yes. The 5 μm particle diameter is suitable for optical microscopy and particle-tracking research when appropriate imaging conditions are used.

Can SPS5UM-10 adsorb proteins?

The plain polystyrene surface can be evaluated for passive adsorption of proteins, antibodies and antigens through non-covalent interactions.

Can it be used for latex agglutination?

SPS5UM-10 may be evaluated as a carrier for particle-based agglutination research. Coating and reaction conditions should be optimized for each assay.

Can the microspheres be diluted?

Yes. The 5% suspension can be diluted to the required working concentration using a compatible dispersion medium.

Are functionalized versions available?

Yes. SHBC can supply carboxyl, amino, fluorescent, colored and other customized polystyrene microspheres.

Is SPS5UM-10 a certified calibration standard?

It should only be described as certified or traceable when corresponding certification documents are supplied for the specific product and batch.

Are bulk quantities available?

Yes. SHBC supports laboratory samples, pilot projects, customized packaging and bulk production.

Request SPS5UM-10 Samples and Quotations

Contact Shanghai SanYu Biotechnology Co., Ltd. for SPS5UM-10 samples, technical specifications, customized packaging and bulk quotations.

SHBC supplies standard polystyrene microspheres for research laboratories, instrument developers, diagnostic manufacturers and industrial projects.

For Research Use Only.