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Mastersizer 2000

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The Mastersizer 2000 is a particle sizing system from Malvern Panalytical. The Mastersizer 2000 uses laser diffraction with Mie theory. The Mastersizer 2000 measures materials in the range 0.02 µm to 2000 µm.[1][2][3]

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Produced

–2015

Optics

Laser diffraction with Mie theory[1]

What it is

The Malvern Mastersizer 2000 is a laser diffraction particle size analyzer designed to measure the mean particle size and distribution of particles suspended in a dispersant, which may be a powder or liquid.[1]

How it works

The Mastersizer 2000 uses two light sources: a red He-Ne laser at 633 nm and a blue solid-state light source at 466 nm. The measurement size range is 0.02 to 2000 micrometers, though this depends on sample properties.[1]

Where it fits in the process flow

The Mastersizer 2000 is widely used as a workhorse particle sizing system in laboratories for applications involving suspensions and emulsions, meeting stringent measurement and regulatory requirements.[3]

Applications

The Mastersizer 2000 can measure particle size from milligram quantities of pharmaceuticals to bulk chemicals and minerals, in both wet and dry dispersions.[3]

What do the numbers mean?

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Measurement principle
Laser diffraction with Mie theory[1]
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Light source
Red (He-Ne laser: 633 nm) and blue (solid state light source: 466 nm)[1]
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Laser product class
Class 1 laser product[3]
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Control & software1

Operating systems
Windows NT v 4.0, Windows 2000 Professional, or Windows XP Professional[3]
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Configuration & options3

Size range
0.02 µm to 2000 µm[3]
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Measurement modes
Wet and dry[1]
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Autosampler capacity
Up to 36 sample pots[3]
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Vintage & configurations

  1. 2015Production end[2]

    The Mastersizer 2000 ceased production in 2015.

Documented models & variants

DesignationGenerationVintageChangesSource
Mastersizer 2000E——A different size range is stated for the 2000E: 0.1 to 1000 µm.malvernpanalytical.com[1]
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Frequently asked questions

What is the particle size measurement range of the Mastersizer 2000?

The particle size measurement range is 0.02 to 2000 micrometers (0.02 µm – 2000 µm).[3][1]

What light sources does the Mastersizer 2000 use?

The Mastersizer 2000 uses a red He-Ne laser at 633 nm and a blue solid-state light source at 466 nm.[1]

What dispersion units are available for the Mastersizer 2000?

Wet dispersion units available are the Hydro 2000 (variants G, S, MU, SM, uP); the dry dispersion unit is the Scirocco 2000.[1]

Does the Mastersizer 2000 comply with any ISO standards?

Yes, the Mastersizer 2000 complies with ISO 13320-1, the international standard for laser diffraction particle size analysis.[3]

When did Malvern Panalytical cease production of the Mastersizer 2000?

Malvern Panalytical ceased production of the Mastersizer 2000 in 2015.[2]

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  • The control-system platform and OS era of the Mastersizer 2000 are not on record.

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  • No publicly documented failure modes or field errata for the Mastersizer 2000 are on record.

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  • The process node or technology generation of the Mastersizer 2000 is not on record.

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  • No publicly documented compatible parts, consumables, or accessories for the Mastersizer 2000 are on record.

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  • No publicly hosted manuals, SOPs, or datasheets for the Mastersizer 2000 are on record.

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Sources & citations

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  1. [1]malvernpanalytical.com — malvernpanalytical.commalvernpanalytical.com
  2. [2]cormica.com — cormica.comcormica.com
  3. [3]birmingham.ac.uk — birmingham.ac.ukbirmingham.ac.uk
  4. [4]Equipment inventory listing
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