The Autosorb 6100 - High Vacuum Physisorption Analyzer from Anton Paar GmbH provides accurate assessments of surface area and micropores. It simplifies complex measurements with its DoseWizard point selection and PowderProtect systems. This robust instrument can analyze up to three samples concurrently, each with distinct gases and temperatures, across independent analysis stations, enhancing throughput and precision.
The Autosorb 6100 from Anton Paar GmbH, a state-of-the-art high vacuum physisorption analyzer, is tailored for intricate measurements involving surface area, pore size, and pore volume. It boasts independent analysis stations and the TruZone active coolant control system, coupled with the user-friendly Kaomi for Autosorb software, ensuring precise current measurement capabilities.
Designed with both factory and field upgradeable options, it offers adaptability for future measurement demands.
When it comes to critical physisorption measurements, the Autosorb 6100 is the ideal instrument of choice.
Key Features
A Physisorption Analyzer That is Absolutely Accurate
- Achieve superior high-vacuum performance (38 % better than previous generation instruments) with precision-machined manifolds and high-quality pneumatic valves
- Achieve highly accurate physisorption measurements at relative pressures below 10-7 for nitrogen
- Utilize precise manifold temperature control ranging from 35 °C to 50 °C
- Rely on the TruZone active coolant level control to maintain accuracy in data across extended analysis periods
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Independent Stations Ensure that it is Absolutely Agile
- Simultaneously analyze up to three samples using three distinct gases at three unique temperatures, each with dedicated analysis stations and patented temperature regulation accessories
- Degas two sample sets at varying temperatures, reaching up to 450 °C
- Maximize your throughput with six integrated degassing stations
- Perform challenging micropore measurements using the physisorption analyzer's 90-hour Dewar
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Intuitive Software Makes Physisorption Absolutely Accessible
- Experience the enhanced ease of measurement with the updated and streamlined Kaomi software
- Optimize measurement definition to suit your needs with DoseWizard’s new standard and advanced modes
- Keep downtime to a minimum with PowderProtect, which prevents accidental loss of powder in the instrument
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Customization Options Keep Users Absolutely Adaptable
- Select the number of stations (one, two, or three) to match your throughput needs
- Upgrade the number of stations and transducer sets as your requirements evolve
- Benefit from a built-in vapor generator and recirculating Dewar now or in the future, which allows for precise measurements of water and organic vapor sorption
- Utilize the CryoSync control option to manage up to three of our patented CryoSync accessories, enabling simultaneous measurements at three distinct temperatures, all without the need for external software
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Compliance and Quality are Absolutely Assured
- Meet 15 ASTM, DIN, and ISO standards for surface area, pore size, and pore volume determinations
- 3-year warranty gives users peace of mind, allowing them to avoid unforeseen costs
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Technical Specifications
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| Measurement principle: |
Vacuum volumetric |
| Analysis gases: |
N2, Ar, Kr, CO2, CH4, H2, and other non-corrosive gases |
| Analysis stations: |
- Number: 1, 2, or 3
- Independence: Up to 3 gases at three analysis temperatures can be used concurrently, 1 analysis gas and temperature per station
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| Independent p0 station: |
Yes (dedicated cell and transducer) |
| Pressure: |
- Range: 2x10-5 to 1100 Torr | 2.6x10-8 to 0.997 p/p0 for N2 77K
- Resolution (MP): 2x10-5 Torr | 2.6x10-8 p/p0 for N2 77K
- Resolution (XR): 1x10-6 Torr | 1.3x10-9 p/p0 for N2 77K
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| Surface area: |
- Absolute detection limit: 0.1 m2 (N2 77K)
- Specific detection limit: 0.01 m2/g (N2 77K)
- Typical reproducibility: 1 %*
- Reproducibility limit: 2 % with 2 m2 in the cell
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| Pore size: |
- Range: 0.35 nm to 500 nm (diameter)
- Typical reproducibility: 0.5 %*
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| TruZone: |
Yes (active coolant level control) |
| PowderProtect: |
Yes (prevents sample elutriation) |
| Analysis Dewar: |
- Duration: 90+ hours with liquid nitrogen
- Refill during analysis: Yes
- Volume: 3 L
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| Sample preparation: |
- Integrated degassing stations: 6
- Temperature control: 2 independent heating zones, ambient to 450 °C
- Dedicated cold trap: Yes
- Available methods: flow and vacuum, programmable multistep degassing profiles
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| Vapor option: |
Yes (water, isopropanol, benzene, hexane, cyclohexane, xylene, and other non-corrosive vapors) |
| Cryosync control option: |
Yes (automated control of temperature between 82 K and 115 K) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D): |
70.5 x 69.9 x 107.9 cm | 27.8 x 26.5 x 42.5 in |
| Weight: |
128.4 kg | 283.1 lb |
| Operating environment: |
- Temperature: 15 °C to 35 °C | 59 °F to 95 °F
- Humidity: 20% RH to 80% RH, non-condensing
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| Wetted parts: |
- 303 SS
- 304 SS
- 316 SS
- Ni/Cr/Si/Fe/C/P
- PCTFE
- NW2201
- Inconel and incoloy nickel alloys
- FKM
- Silicon
- SiO2
- Si3N4
- Gold
- Copper
- Aluminum
- EPDM
- Nylon
- Borosilicate glass
- Fused silica glass
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| Analysis manifold construction: |
Vacuum-brazed manifold block in stainless steel |
| Analysis manifold temperature: |
- Range: User adjustable 35 °C to 50 °C
- Stability: ± 0.05 °C
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| Analysis manifold valves: |
- Type: Stainless steel, air-operated bellows valve
- Cycle life: 5,000,000 cycles
- External leak rate: 5x10-12 Pa m3 / sec
- Seat leak rate: 5x10-12 Pa m3 / sec
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| Pressure transducer (1550 Torr): |
- Number: 3 to 5 (dependent on instrument configuration)
- Accuracy: ± 0.1 % of span typical, ± 0.15 % of span maximum
- A/D data acquisition: 32 bit
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Pressure transducer (10 Torr):
- MP or XR |
- Number: 1 to 3 (dependent on instrument configuration)
- Accuracy: ± 0.15 % reading up to 10 Torr
- Resolution: 0.002 % full scale
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Pressure transducer (1 Torr):
- MP only |
- Number: 1 to 3 (dependent on instrument configuration)
- Accuracy: ± 0.15 % reading up to 1 Torr
- Resolution: 0.002 % full scale
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Pressure transducer (0.1 Torr):
- XR only |
- Number: 1 to 3 (dependent on instrument configuration)
- Accuracy: ± 0.15 % reading up to 0.1 Torr
- Resolution: 0.001 % full scale
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Pirani vacuum gage:
- Degas only |
- Number: 1
- Accuracy:
5×10-4 to 1x10-3 Torr: ±10% of reading
1×10-3 to 100 Torr: ± 5% of reading
100 Torr to atmosphere: ± 25% of reading
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| Vacuum system: |
- Turbo molecular drag pump and dry diaphragm pump
- Manufacturer’s specification: 5x10-10 mbar
- Typical pressure at analysis port: 2.67 x 10-5 mbar
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| Gas: |
- Ports: 7 (5 analysis, 1 helium, 1 degas/backfill)
- Purity: 99.999 %
- Input pressure: 8 psig to 10 psig | 0.55 bar to 0.69 bar
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| Air: |
Input pressure: 50 psig to 100 psig (3.45 bar to 6.9 bar) |
| Electrical: |
- Supply: AC 100 to 240 V AC, 50 / 60 Hz
- Maximum consumption: 1810 VA (dependent on instrument configuration)
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| PC connection: |
Ethernet |
| RoHS3 compliant: |
Yes |
| CE / UKCA certified |
Yes |
| Altitude: |
Up to 3,000 m |
| Indoor/outdoor use: |
For indoor use only |
*Performed with Bam P115