New silica research beads

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Optical micrograph of 4.6 µm silica beads

New silica research beads

microParticles GmbH has expanded its product line of dense silica research beads. With optimized Sol-Gel procedures particle diameters of up to 5 microns are achieved. The particles come as 5 wt.-% aqueous dispersions or in dry powder form. The main product characteristics are:

  • Particle diameters above 1 micron up to 5 microns.
  • Narrow size distribution (CV 6 – 7 %).
  • Spherical particles with smooth surface.
  • Surface functionalities (carboxyl, amino groups) available on request.