The single Particle Explorer is a technology platform for particle characterisation. Depending upon user preferences and target application, you have the choice of 3 versions:
                       
    Single Particle Explorer basic ®    
     
The particle monitor is able to comfortably analyze filters and obtains particle size distributions starting from 500 nm: Particle size, count, and shape.
   
                       
    Single Particle Explorer economy ®    
     
Combines the characteristics of the basic SPE but incorporates Raman spectroscopy. Individual particles are selected comfortably for automated spectroscopy and interpretation.
   
                       
    Single Particle Explorer professional ®    
     
For use in high throughput particle analysis. Through the automation of all procedures, hundreds of particles an hour can be identified with ease.
   
                       
    Features     Applications Options    
    Advantages     Specifications          
                       
     
The Single Particle Explorer® (SPE) is designed for routine particle characterization. With optimized particle filtration and illumination, fully automated image evaluation and Raman spectroscopy, the SPE is ideal for particles from 5 µm.
 
 
  • Number & Size:
  •     longest dimension according to Feret
     
  • Shape:
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    length/width; angularity,circular-equivalent diameter, area

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  • Chemical Composition:
  •       material ID with database level of conformability
             
         
               
      Results:        
       
    Substance
    10-25 µm
    25-50 µm
    50-100 µm
    Rubber
    13
    27
    0
    Paper
    101
    58
    54
    Polyethylene
    246
    121
    103
    Glass
    18
    11
    7
    Sand
    17
    5
    0
    Image recognition (all particles)
    395
    222
    164
       
               
      Features:
    • Patented filtr.AID System filters particles from all liquids and gases within minutes
    • Integrated system includes sample preparation and mounting; illumination, image capture and analysis; and optionally Raman spectroscopy
    • Automated image analysis and shape recognition of particles; Raman spectroscopy, issue of report as per 21 CFR Part 11
    • Database for material ID easy to expand
    • Range of measurement and light intensity of Raman spectra optimized for automated database comparison
    • Programmed according to GAMP 4 standards, manufactured as per ISO 9001:2000
    • Device qualification optional: IQ, OQ and PQ documentation
    • Expandable for standard filter evaluations according to USP <788>, ISO 4407 or ISO 16232
    • Global service and support, from methods development to qualification
    • Measuring methods validation as well as IQ, OQ and PQ documentation qualification services
         
             
      Advantages:
    • Sample production and measurement in just minutes with filtr.AID
    • Reliably reproducible particle count, size and shape starting at 500 nm
    • Automated chemical material ID from 5 µm up
    • Objective results through automation with automatic issued report
    • Calibration verifiable at any time with qualified particle standard
         
               
      Applications:   Identification of Particulate Matter - Reject Small Volume Patentral       
         
          Development and Quality Control of Biopharmaceuticals        
          Foreign Particles in Dry Powder Inhaler DPI      
          Troubleshooting in Clean Production Processes      
            Fast Chemical Mapping of a Dry Powder Inhaler Formulation      
               
       
    • Foreign particle and contamination investigations
    • Cleanliness inspection of components and systems
    • Particle characterization for paint, powder and cosmetics manufacturers
    • Quality control of implants
    • Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) in manufacturing of parenterals
    • Foreign particle analyses for approval studies or quality control of oral or nasal medications
    • Development and inspection of primary packaging and parenterals
    • Continued monitoring of material composition of foreign particles for process optimization/Clean Intelligence
         
               
      Specification:   Basic:      
       
    • Motorized X,Y,Z stage with focus
    • 1 minute measuring time for count over a 5x5 mm area with a nominal resolution of 1 µm
    • Integrated digital camera, also available in color (only useful with bright-field illumination)
    • Measuring interval for morphological analysis dependent on magnification from 0,5µm-30 mm
    • Software and results compliant with 21 CFR Part 11 and GAMP IV
         
                 
          Spectroscopy:      
       
    • Laser 532 nm, 10 mW, adjustable for 5%, 10%, 25%, 50%, 100%, 785 or 830 nm optionally
    • Identification with Raman: depending on material and size, ca. 5-100 s/particle
    • Spectral resolution: 8 cm-1
    • Spectral range: 400-2000 cm-1
    • Integrated database: 700 entries expandable with client-specific database
         
                 
          Automation:      
       
    • Bright-field illumination for evaluations outlined in USP <788>
    • 4-position sample changer
    • Extra laser / detector wavelength, e.g. 670 nm
    • Automatic lens changer
    • Automatic laser power control
         
               
      Contact:     Request Information      
        www.rap-ID.com

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