Particle Size Analysis

Particle Size Analysis

Precision measurement solutions for every application

Particle size analysis is a critical measurement technique used across industries including pharmaceuticals, mining, food, chemicals, and advanced materials. At Malvern Panalytical, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of particle sizing instruments designed to deliver accurate, reproducible results that accelerate product development and optimise manufacturing processes.

Our solutions leverage multiple measurement techniques including laser diffraction, dynamic light scattering, nanoparticle tracking analysis, and automated imaging to cover a size range from sub-nanometre to millimetre scale. Whether you are characterising nanoparticles in biological formulations, measuring powder distributions in cement production, or analysing emulsion droplet sizes in food manufacturing, our instruments provide the precision and reliability you need.

The Mastersizer range delivers rapid, high-resolution particle size distributions using laser diffraction technology, making it the industry benchmark for wet and dry measurements. Our Zetasizer platform combines dynamic light scattering with electrophoretic light scattering for simultaneous size, zeta potential, and molecular weight measurements. Every instrument is backed by our global application support team and comprehensive training programmes to ensure you achieve optimal results from day one.

Our Particle Size Analysis Solutions

  • Laser Diffraction Analysis β€” Rapid, high-resolution particle size distributions from 10 nm to 3.5 mm using the Mastersizer range
  • Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS) β€” Precise nanoparticle and macromolecule sizing from 0.3 nm to 10 Β΅m with the Zetasizer platform
  • Nanoparticle Tracking Analysis (NTA) β€” Individual particle visualisation and concentration measurement for biological and nanomaterial samples
  • Automated Imaging β€” Particle size and shape characterisation combining morphological analysis with chemical identification
  • Zeta Potential Measurement β€” Colloidal stability assessment through electrophoretic mobility measurement
  • Molecular Weight Determination β€” Static light scattering for absolute molecular weight measurement of proteins and polymers
  • Process Analytical Technology β€” Online and inline particle size monitoring for real-time process control
  • Sample Dispersion Systems β€” Automated wet and dry dispersion units for consistent sample preparation