The New Solid Fraction Rapid Analyzer

Principles of operation: Samples (either ribbons or tablets) are scanned in seconds between dual opposed line-scan laser beams by a computer-controlled translation stage in order to determine the sample volume, and then transferred to an internal Mettler balance to determine the sample mass.  Together with the operator-entered true density of the powder, the solid fraction is automatically calculated and displayed on the touch screen display.

With this new system, based on a completely new architectural design, measurements are now up to 120x faster than many traditional solid fraction measurement techniques, and an order of magnitude faster than our previous Laser-based Solid Fraction Measurement System.

Features & Benefits

• Accurate laser-based volume measurements

• Automated Mettler Balance Mass measurements

• Measures both ribbons and tablets

• 15 second measurements - up to 120 times faster than many traditional methods

• Parts per thousand repeatability

• Operator independent results

• Less than 1 hour operator training required

• Suitable for fragile, irregularly shaped, and small fragments

• No sample preparation required - no consumable supplies

• Suitable for "at-line" measurements - allows for quick, efficient optimization of roller compactor settings during formulation development.

• Removable touch screen interface facilitates system use in containment enclosures

• Self-contained unit, capable of being easily moved from lab to lab as research needs dictate

• Optional compact version (395 mm x 365 mm x 415 mm) suitable for use in space constrained containment enclosures

• Optional, remote, networked, real-time data review application with formulation-friendly analysis tools

For more information about this new measurement system,
please contact us at sales@solidfraction.com or call (888) 770-7498.