Electrokinetic Analyzer for Solid Surface Analysis:
SurPASS 3
- High-end electrokinetic analyzer for solid surface analysis
- Fully automated zeta potential analysis on macroscopic solids
- Automated detection of the isoelectric point
- Time-dependent recording of liquid-on-solid adsorption kinetics
The SurPASS 3 series features fully automated zeta potential analysis of macroscopic solids under real-life conditions. As electrokinetic analyzers, they employ the classic streaming potential and streaming current method for a direct analysis of the surface zeta potential. The zeta potential is related to the surface charge at a solid/liquid interface and is a key parameter for understanding surface properties and developing new specialized materials.
Key features
Solid surface charge analysis made easy
The SurPASS 3 series allows for direct analysis of the zeta potential at the solid/liquid interface by means of streaming potential and streaming current measurement. This gives access to the full range of zeta potential of technical materials down to a few millivolts at unprecedented reliability and reproducibility. Gain instant access to information on surface charge without the need for sophisticated evaluation or expert knowledge.
Measuring solutions from tiny particles to large wafers
The wide range of SurPASS 3 measuring cells covers it all: Elaborate measuring cells accommodate samples of any geometry ranging from powders and fibers to planar solids. Sample-specific measuring cells for contact lenses, hollow fiber membranes, flexible tubings, syringes, and vials open up surface charge analysis on samples with complex geometries. The “plug in and start” functionality allows for a quick exchange of measuring cells. The software automatically recognizes the measuring cells and displays the zeta potential.
Fully automated measurements in less than two minutes
The intuitive SurPASS 3 software guides you through the measurement and displays all key parameters in real-time. The SurPASS 3 series provides zeta potential results in less than two minutes for maximized sample throughput. SurPASS 3 allows you to study pH dependences of zeta potential fully automatically and reveals the isoelectric point for a deep understanding of your sample’s chemistry. Liquid-on-solid surface adsorption kinetics can also be followed in real-time on model surfaces and on your actual sample.
Modular setup tailored to your needs
The SurPASS 3 series is just as versatile as your applications. Dedicated solutions are available for membrane applications, biomaterials, cosmetics, detergents, and semiconductors. Whether you are working on porous materials, such as membranes, or non-porous films and plates, particles >25 µm, granular material, fibers, or materials which swell strongly or are conductive: there are no restrictions. The modular setup of the instrument and measuring cells allows you to easily extend your zeta potential analysis to cover tomorrow’s needs.
Technical specifications
SurPASS 3 | SurPASS 3 Eco | |
Measuring range | ||
Streaming potential | ±2000 mV ± (0.2 % + 4 μV) | |
Streaming current | ±2 mA ± (0.2 % + 1 pA) | |
Cell resistance | 5 Ω to 20 MΩ ± (2 % + 0.5 Ω) | |
Pressure measurement | 3500 mbar ± (0.2 % + 0.5 mbar) External pressure supply (compressed N₂) is required for differential pressure > 1200 mbar | 1200 mbar ± (0.2 % + 0.5 mbar) |
pH value | pH 2 to pH 12 | |
Conductivity | 0.1 mS/m to 1000 mS/m | |
Temperature | 20 °C to 40 °C Temperature control option is available | |
Sample size requirements | ||
Porous films, foils, or plates | Rectangular-shaped: 20 mm x 10 mm (max. thickness: 2 mm ) Disk-shaped: 14 mm or 15 mm in diameter (max. thickness: 2 mm) | |
Non-porous films, foils, or plates | Rectangular-shaped: 20 mm x 10 mm (max. thickness: 2 mm) or min. 35 mm x 15 mm (max. thickness: 40 mm) Disk-shaped: 14 mm or 15 mm in diameter (max. thickness: 2 mm) or min. 17 mm in diameter (max. thickness: 40 mm) | |
Particles | Particle size: min. 25 μm | |
Fibers | Min. 100 mg | |
Fabrics | Min. 30 mm x 30 mm | |
Hollow fiber membranes | Length: min. 170 mm | |
Ceramic membranes | Flat sheet: 14 mm in diameter Single channel: outer diameter 10 mm or 13 mm Multichannel: outer diameter 25 mm or 30 mm | |
Cylindrical cores | Height: max. 4 inch Diameter: 1 inch | |
Flexible tubing | Length: min. 100 mm Outer diameter: 0.7 mm to 6 mm | |
Pre-filled syringes | Syringe barrel “1.0 mL long” (ISO 11040-4) | |
Vials | 2R/4R vials (ISO format), outer diameter 16 mm | |
Technical requirements | ||
Mains supply | AC 115 to 230 V, 50 to 60 Hz, 200 VA | |
Dimensions | 600 mm x 432 mm x 245 mm (D x W x H) Footprint: 612 mm x 536 mm (D x W) Clearance: 360 mm | |
Weight | 26 kg | 24 kg |
Software requirements |
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Standards
ISO
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Documents
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All Eyes on This: Streaming Potential Analysis of Contact Lenses Application Reports
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Assessing the Zeta Potential at High Salinity Application Reports
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Beyond surface charge to wettability: The extra gear of the zeta potential Application Reports
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Biofouling – when Adhesion is a Double-edged Sword Application Reports
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Black and green: catalyst and membranes for fuel cells Application Reports
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Dynamic Streaming Potential: Basics and Applications Application Reports
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Dynamic streaming potential analysis Episode 1: Application in textile care Application Reports
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Dynamic streaming potential analysis Episode 2: Application to medical devices Application Reports
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Evaluation methods for the zeta potential of solid surfaces Application Reports
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Evidence of membrane fouling monitored by AFM and zeta potential Application Reports
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From Pottery to Membranes: Characterization of Ceramic Powders and Surfaces Application Reports
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Functionalized Foils in Food Packaging: A Surface Analysis Application Reports
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How does Carbon Dioxide Affect the Surface Zeta Potential? Application Reports
SurPASS 3 publications
Asymmetric layer-by-layer polyelectrolyte nanofiltration membranes with tunable retention
Scheepers D, Chatillon B, Nijmeijer K, Borneman Z. Asymmetric layer-by-layer polyelectrolyte nanofiltration membranes with tunable retention. Journal of Polymer Science. 2021; 59: 1293. https://doi.org/10.1002/pol.20210166
Influence of protein adsorption on aggregation in prefilled syringes
Yoneda S, Maruno T, Mori A, Hioki A, Nishiumi H, Okada R, Murakami M, Zekun W, Fukuhara A, Itagaki N, Harauchi Y, Adachi S, Okuyama, K, Sawaguchi T, Torisu T, Uchiyama S. Influence of protein adsorption on aggregation in prefilled syringes. Pharamceutical Biotechnology. 2021; 110: P3568. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.xphs.2021.07.007
Surface zeta potential of ALD-grown metal-oxide films
Xia Z, Rozyyev V, Mane AU, Elam JW, Darling SB. Surface zeta potential of ALD-grown metal-oxide films. Langmuir. 2021; 37: 11618. https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.langmuir.1c02028
Tailoring the chemical functionalization of a transparent polyethylene foil for its application in an OLED-based DNA biosensor
Dansico E, Maroh B, Feldbacher S, Mühlbacher I, Schlögl S, Melpignano P. Tailoring the chemical functionalization of a transparent polyethylene foil for its application in an OLED-based DNA biosensor. Applied Surface Science. 2021; 552: 149408. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apsusc.2021.149408
Applicability of electro-osmotic flow for the analysis of the surface zeta potential
Plohl O, Fras Zemljic L, Potrc S, Luxbacher T. Applicability of electro-osmotic flow for the analysis of the surface zeta potential. RSC Advances. 2020; 10: 6777. https://doi.org/10.1039/C9RA10414C
Physicochemical characterization of packaging foils coated by chitosan and polyphenols colloidal formulations
Zemljič LF, Plohl O, Vesel A, Luxbacher T, Potrč S. Physicochemical characterization of packaging foils coated by chitosan and polyphenols colloidal formulations. International Journal of Molecular Sciences. 2020; 21(2):495. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms21020495
Chitosan/glycosaminoglycan scaffolds for skin reparation
Sandri G, Rossi S, Bonferoni MC, Miele D, Faccendini A, Del Favero E, Di Cola E, Cornaglia AI, Boselli C, Luxbacher T, Malavasi L, Cantu L, Ferrari F. Chitosan/glycosaminoglycan scaffolds for skin reparation. Carbohydrate Polymers. 2019; 220: 219. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbpol.2019.05.069
MS2 bacteriophage inactivation using a N-doped TiO2-coated photocatalytic membrane reactor: Influence of water-quality parameters
Horovitz I, Avisar D, Luster E, Lozzi L, Luxbacher T, Mamane H. MS2 bacteriophage inactivation using a N-doped TiO2-coated photocatalytic membrane reactor: Influence of water-quality parameters. Chemical Engineering Journal. 2018; 354: 995. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cej.2018.08.083
New collagen-coated calcium phosphate synthetic bone filler (Synergoss®): A comparative surface analysis
Iviglia G, Morra M, Cassinelli C, Torre E, Rodriguez Y Baena R. New collagen-coated calcium phosphate synthetic bone filler (Synergoss®): A comparative surface analysis. International Journal of Applied Ceramic Technology. 2018; 15: 910. https://doi.org/10.1111/ijac.12854
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CONDUCTIVITY ELECTRODE WITH TEMPERATURE SENSOR FOR SurPASS 3
SurPASS 3 Standard | Eco
SET OF FILTER DISKS WITH 25 µm MESH 14 mm
SurPASS 3 Standard | Eco
SET OF STANDARD FABRICS FOR VERIFICATION MEASUREMENT
SurPASS 3 Standard | Eco
ADHESIVE TAPE FOR ADJUSTABLE GAP CELL
SurPASS 3 Standard | Eco
pH ELECTRODE FOR SurPASS 3
SurPASS 3 Standard | Eco
SET OF FILTER DISKS WITH 25 µm MESH 10 mm
SurPASS 3 Standard | Eco
SAMPLE HOLDERS FOR ADJUSTABLE GAP CELL 10 x 20 mm
SurPASS 3 Standard | Eco
SPARE HOSES FOR ELECTROLYTE TRANSPORT
SurPASS 3 Standard | Eco
SET OF SPARE GASKETS FOR ADJUSTABLE GAP CELL 10 x 20 mm
SurPASS 3 Standard | Eco
HOSE CONNECTOR THROTTLE VALVE FOR EXTERNAL PRESSURE SUPPLY
SurPASS 3 Standard | Eco
SET OF SPARE GASKETS FOR SurPASS 3
SurPASS 3 Standard | Eco
ELECTROLYTE BEAKER 250 ml
SurPASS 3 Standard | Eco
SET OF SPARE GASKETS FOR SurPASS 3 ELECTRODES
SurPASS 3 Standard | Eco
Measuring Cell for 1 mL Pre-filled Syringes
SurPASS 3 Standard | Eco
- Enables real-time zeta potential analysis of 1 mL syringe barrels
- Accommodates polymer and glass syringes conforming to ISO 11040-4
- Non-destructive surface characterization for syringe inner surfaces
- Monitors protein adsorption and characterizes anti-adhesive coatings
Measuring Cell for Core Samples
SurPASS 3 Standard | Eco
- Non-destructive zeta potential analysis of core samples for EOR studies
- Analyzes both axial and radial surfaces of core samples
- Tangential measurement mode to study fluid-rock surface interactions
- Efficient method without crushing core samples, enabling zeta potential gradients
Measuring Cell for Hollow Fiber Membranes
SurPASS 3 Standard | Eco
- Supports inner surface characterization of hollow fiber membranes
- Accommodates standard minimodules with single or multiple hollow fibers
- Ideal for studying inner surface modifications of dialysis membranes
- Plug-and-go design for easy and efficient setup and operation
Measuring Cell for Flexible Tubing
SurPASS 3 Standard | Eco
- Enables direct analysis of inner surfaces of flexible polymer tubing
- Ideal for characterizing polymer hollow fiber membranes in water treatment
- Versatile application for inner surface characterization of flexible tubing
- Automatically recognized for seamless integration with SurPASS 3
Measuring Cell for Ceramic Membranes
SurPASS 3 Standard | Eco
- Accommodates single and multichannel tubular ceramic membranes
- Non-destructive zeta potential analysis for microfiltration membranes
- Supports various geometries for flexible surface charge investigation
- Provides direct access to surface charge of ceramic membranes
Cylindrical Cell
SurPASS 3 Standard | Eco
- Ideal for fibers, fabrics, granular samples, and coarse particles
- Ensures easy sample mounting with outstanding measurement reproducibility
- Versatile measuring cell for a wide range of sample types
- Convenient and easy handling for efficient quality control and analysis
Clamping Cell
SurPASS 3 Standard | Eco
- Designed for planar surfaces like films, metals, ceramics, and wafers
- Offers two configurations
- Ensures highly reproducible sample mounting with controlled contact pressure
- Supports non-destructive measurements of samples with varying thicknesses
Adjustable Gap Cell
SurPASS 3 Standard | Eco
- Automatically recognized cell for small rectangular and disk-shaped samples
- Ideal for zeta potential analysis of porous and strongly swelling materials
- Supports polymer films, membranes, and QCM sensors
- Expands application range for versatile sample types in quality control
Measuring Cell for Soft Contact Lenses
SurPASS 3 Standard | Eco
- Automatic recognition of measuring cells for various sample types
- Facilitates precise zeta potential analysis of soft contact lenses
- Uncompromised accuracy without additional tools