PS60UM 60 μm Polystyrene Beads 5%

60 μm Polystyrene Beads

PS60UM Polystyrene Beads are 60 μm polystyrene microspheres supplied as a suspension with 5% solid content.

These defined micron-sized PS beads are suitable for filtration research, particle counting, particle transport, sedimentation studies, porous media research and analytical method development.

PS60UM is available in 10 mL, 20 mL, 100 mL and 1000 mL package sizes.

Key Features

• 60 μm polystyrene beads

• 5% solid content

• Defined micron-sized particles

• Polystyrene (PS) material

• Suitable for filtration studies

• Suitable for particle transport research

• Suitable for sedimentation studies

• Suitable for model particle experiments

• Multiple package sizes available

Technical Specifications

Applications of 60 μm Polystyrene Beads

PS60UM can be evaluated for:

• Filtration and membrane research

• Particle retention studies

• Particle counting research

• Particle transport studies

• Sedimentation research

• Porous media research

• Instrument testing

• Analytical method development

• Particle-surface interaction studies

• Model particle experiments

60 μm Polystyrene Beads for Filtration Research

The 60 μm particle size makes PS60UM useful as a model particle for compatible filtration and membrane experiments.

Potential research areas include:

• Filter performance studies

• Particle retention

• Membrane evaluation

• Filtration efficiency

• Particle breakthrough

• Filter media research

The appropriate particle size should be selected according to the pore size and experimental design of the filtration system.

60 μm Polystyrene Microspheres for Particle Counting

PS60UM provides defined 60 μm polystyrene microspheres for compatible particle counting and detection studies.

The beads can be evaluated in experiments involving:

• Particle detection

• Particle counting

• Instrument response

• Optical particle analysis

• Analytical method development

For applications requiring certified or traceable calibration values, an appropriately certified reference material should be selected.

60 μm Polystyrene Beads for Particle Transport Studies

PS60UM can be used as a model particle in compatible studies investigating the transport and retention of micron-sized particles.

Potential applications include:

• Porous media transport

• Particle migration

• Particle deposition

• Membrane transport

• Filter penetration

• Particle retention

60 μm Polystyrene Beads for Sedimentation Studies

At 60 μm, particle settling is an important consideration in suspension-based experiments.

PS60UM can be evaluated for research involving:

• Sedimentation behavior

• Particle settling

• Resuspension behavior

• Suspension stability

• Fluid-particle interactions

• Size-dependent settling behavior

60 μm Polystyrene Beads for Particle Retention Studies

PS60UM provides a defined particle size for studying how micron-sized particles interact with filtration and separation systems.

The 60 μm beads can be evaluated with compatible:

• Filters

• Membranes

• Porous materials

• Separation media

• Experimental flow systems

60 μm Polystyrene Beads for Porous Media Research

Defined-size polymer microspheres can serve as model particles in porous media experiments.

PS60UM can be evaluated for studying particle transport, deposition and retention in porous materials under controlled experimental conditions.

60 μm Polystyrene Beads as Model Particles

PS60UM provides a nominal 60 μm particle diameter for controlled model-particle studies.

Potential research topics include:

• Particle transport

• Sedimentation

• Particle retention

• Particle-surface interactions

• Suspension behavior

• Size-dependent particle behavior

5% Solid Content Polystyrene Microspheres

PS60UM is supplied at 5% solid content.

The suspension can be diluted according to the required working concentration.

For larger micron-sized particles, researchers should consider settling behavior and maintain appropriate mixing or resuspension during experimental preparation.

60 μm Polystyrene Beads for Materials Research

PS60UM can be evaluated in compatible materials science studies involving defined polymer particles.

Potential applications include:

• Polymer particle research

• Particle-interface studies

• Porous materials

• Filtration materials

• Particle deposition studies

• Surface interaction research

Why Choose 60 μm Polystyrene Beads?

PS60UM combines:

• 60 μm nominal particle size

• 5% solid content

• Polystyrene material

• Defined micron-sized particle format

• Multiple package sizes

It provides a practical particle platform for filtration, transport, sedimentation and analytical research.

Available Package Sizes

PS60UM 60 μm Polystyrene Beads are available in:

• 10 mL

• 20 mL

• 100 mL

• 1000 mL

Handling Recommendations

• Resuspend thoroughly before use.

• Maintain adequate mixing during experimental preparation.

• Consider settling of 60 μm particles during prolonged 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 PS60UM?

PS60UM is a 60 μm Polystyrene Beads product supplied as a microsphere suspension with 5% solid content.

What is the particle size of PS60UM?

The nominal particle diameter is 60 μm.

What is the solid content of PS60UM?

PS60UM is supplied at 5% solid content.

What material are PS60UM beads made from?

The microspheres are made from polystyrene (PS).

What are 60 μm Polystyrene Beads used for?

They can be evaluated for filtration research, particle counting, particle transport, sedimentation studies, porous media research and analytical method development.

Can PS60UM be used for filtration studies?

Yes. 60 μm polystyrene beads can be evaluated as model particles in compatible filtration, membrane and particle-retention studies.

Can PS60UM be used for porous media research?

Yes. They can be evaluated in compatible studies investigating particle transport, deposition and retention through porous materials.

Can PS60UM be used as a calibration standard?

PS60UM can be evaluated as a defined-size model particle. Applications requiring certified or traceable calibration values should use an appropriately certified reference standard.

Do 60 μm Polystyrene Beads settle?

Yes. Particles of this size can settle over time, so thorough resuspension before use and appropriate mixing during experiments are recommended.

Can PS60UM be diluted?

Yes. The 5% solid content suspension can be diluted according to experimental requirements.

What package sizes are available?

PS60UM is available in 10 mL, 20 mL, 100 mL and 1000 mL packages.