What are the differences between online particle size analyzers and particle size analyzers in the laboratory?
2023-07-14WIKI
An online particle size analyzer is an apparatus integrated into a process loop, while a particle size analyzer in the laboratory is a separate unit with a specific sample circulation and dispersion system. The differences between them are listed below.
| Properties/Instruments | Online particle size analyzer | Laboratory particle size analyzer |
| Timeliness | Real-time monitoring and control to ensure the product quality. | Delayed measurement and delayed feedback to operators. |
| Sample Preparation | Automatic sampling, sample dispersion, and sample return without waste. | Manual sampling, sample preparation, and sample dispersion with waste. |
| Automation | Fully automatic unattended measurement. | Manual sample preparation and sample addition. |
| Measurement Precision | Measurement precision is affected by a bad working environment, so the location of the analyzer is critical to the performance when assessing the optimum installation point. The optical structure also influences measurement precision. | Measurement precision can be higher due to its well-designed optical and analysis system. |
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