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Dynamic Image Analysis (DIA), Laser Diffraction (LD), Mictrotrac Particle Characterization, Particle Size & Shape Analysis
Microtrac SYNC Particle Size & Shape Analyzer – Laser Diffraction + Image Analysis | 0.01–4000 µm
The Microtrac SYNC measures particle size and shape in a single measurement — laser diffraction and dynamic image analysis in one cell, 0.01 to 4,000 µm, wet or dry.
- ✔ Size + shape together: LD (ISO 13320) + DIA (ISO 13322-2)
- ✔ Range 0.01–4,000 µm · patented BLEND routine
- ✔ 5.2 MP camera at 60 fps · 30+ morphology parameters
- ✔ Lead time: configured to order — request current timeline
Price held 7 days after order.
Install + training included
Tailored service plan
What your process engineer actually checks
Size and shape agree
One SYNC measurement gives an ISO 13320 size distribution and ISO 13322-2 shape data from the same particles — no reconciling two instruments, and the BLEND routine shows exactly where the methods differ.
An applications engineer on the line
Size, shape and BLEND method development from engineers who run powder characterization in-house at ATO Lab. Sub-4h reply, NDA standard.
0.01–4000 µm
Measuring range
LD + DIA
Two techniques, one cell
5.2 MP · 60 fps
Camera
30+
Shape parameters
Wet & dry
Modules
About this product
The Microtrac SYNC measures particle size and shape in a single measurement — laser diffraction and dynamic image analysis in one cell, 0.01 to 4,000 µm, wet or dry. The patented BLEND routine lets you view size, shape, or both together, so one instrument answers questions that used to need two.
Why labs choose the SYNC
Size and shape from the same particles, one sample, one measurement.
Size and shape in one measurement
Laser diffraction and image analysis run on the same sample in one cell — a size distribution and 30+ shape parameters from a single measurement, not two instruments.
The BLEND routine
View laser diffraction alone, image analysis alone, or the patented BLEND of both — reconcile methods and validate results without re-running the sample.
Shape you can act on
A 5.2 MP camera at 60 fps classifies sphericity and aspect ratio for hundreds of thousands of particles — catch oversize, agglomerates and dispersion problems the size number hides.
Wet and dry, plug-and-play
FLOWSYNC wet and TURBOSYNC dry modules swap in under 15 seconds by plug-and-play cable — one platform for suspensions and free-flowing powders.
How Additive Plus supports it
A configured, installed analyzer with a size-and-shape method dialed in on your material.
Step 01
Configure to your material
We spec the FLOWSYNC wet, TURBOSYNC dry or both modules and the dispersion setup to your powder chemistry and size range.
Step 02
Install & train
Factory-trained engineers install, align and train your team on size, shape and the BLEND workflow on-site.
Step 03
Method & QC support
We build the SOP — D-values, sphericity and aspect-ratio limits and a lot-to-lot baseline so results stay repeatable.
What the SYNC measures
Full technical specifications are in the Specifications tab. Key measurement capability:
| Parameter | SYNC |
|---|---|
| Measuring range | 0.01 µm – 4,000 µm |
| Principles | Laser diffraction (ISO 13320) + dynamic image analysis (ISO 13322-2) |
| Laser optics | Tri-laser (red 780 nm, blue 405 nm); two detectors, 151 segments |
| Camera | 5.2 MP, 60 fps; 30+ morphology parameters |
| Measurement modes | Wet (FLOWSYNC) and dry (TURBOSYNC) |
| Precision | CV 0.6–1.0% (material dependent) |
Typical applications
Where shape matters as much as size.
Metal AM powders
PSD + sphericity for LPBF / DED
Battery materials
Active powder size & morphology
Pharmaceuticals
API shape, agglomerates
Ceramics & pigments
Fine oxides, colorants
Polymers & coatings
Powder coatings, resins
3D printing & emulsions
Feedstock & droplet analysis
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If you need only size, or only shape, a focused instrument may fit better.
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Tell us whether you need size, shape or both — our applications engineer will confirm whether the SYNC, a laser-diffraction analyzer or a dedicated image analyzer is the right fit, and can run your own sample first. Sub-4h reply, NDA standard.
Why source the SYNC through Additive Plus
- Authorized US channel — sales, installation, training and service in one place.
- We run powder characterization in-house at ATO Lab — you talk to engineers who use these methods, not a ticket queue.
- Method development on your material — size, shape, wet vs dry and a repeatable SOP.
- Paid sample measurement before you commit — ship us your powder, get the full size and shape report. Sub-24h response, NDA standard.
| Brand | Microtrac |
| Country of origin | Germany |
| Measuring range | 0.01 µm - 4 mm |
| Measuring principle | Laser Diffraction (ISO 13320); Dynamic Image Analysis (ISO 13322-2) |
| Precision | Spherical glass beads D50 = 642 microns, precision as CV = 0.7% Spherical glass beads D50 = 57 microns, precision as CV = 1.0% Spherical latex beads D50 = 0.4 microns, precision as CV = 0.6% Depending on sample material and sample preparation |
| Laser class | Red 780 nm, blue 405 nm Class 1 laser product per CFR 1040.10 & IEC60825-1 |
| Laser power | Red laser 0.35 to 2 mW nominal Blue laser 4-8 mW nominal |
| Detection system | Two fixed photo-electric detectors with logarithmically spaced segments are placed at correct angles for optimal scattered light detection from 0 to 165 degrees using 151 detector segments. |
| Data | Volume, number and area distributions as well as percentile and other summary data |
| Data format | Stored in ODBC format in encrypted Microsoft Access Databases to ensure compatibility with external statistical software applications |
| Data integrity | Data integrity may be ensured using FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliant security features including password protection, electronic signatures and assignable permissions |
| Type of analysis | Dry and wet analysis |
| Measuring time | ~ 10 to 30 seconds |
| Power requirements | AC input: 90 - 264 VAC, 47 - 63 Hz, single phase |
| Power consumption | 25 W nominal, 50 W max., depending on options installed |
| Temperature | 5° to 40° Celsius (50° to 95° Fahrenheit) |
| Humidity | 90% RH, non-condensing maximum |
| Storage Temperature | -10° to 50° Celsius (14° to 122° Fahrenheit) (dry only) |
| Standards | Laser Diffraction (ISO 13320) Dynamic Image Analysis (ISO 13322-2) Representation of results of particle size analysis (ISO 9276-6) |
| Image analysis | 5.2 megapixel (2560 x 2048), 22 fps at max resolution |
| Wet operation | Volume: 200 ml nominal Flow rate: 0 to 65 ml/sec with water Inlet pressure: 50 psig (345 kPa) maximum |
| Dry operation | 100 psi (689 kPa) maximum pressure 5 CFM (8.5 m3/h) at 50 psi (345 kPa) minimum flow rate Free of dry contaminants, moisture and oil |
| Vacuum | Vacuum must meet or exceed 50 CFM (85 m3/h) |
| Physical specifications | Case Material: Impact resistant plastic Exterior surfaces are finished with corrosion resistant paint or plating Chemical Compatibility: Class I |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 32.3×18.1×19.7in / 820×460×500mm |
| Weight (Measuring unit) | FlowSync: 43lbs / 19.5kg; TurboSync: 30lbs / 13.6kg; Sync: 50.8lbs / 23.6kg |
Product videos
Want size and shape data first?
Ship us a representative powder and we'll run a combined size-and-shape measurement on the SYNC in our lab, then walk you through the distribution and morphology.
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· Lead time: configured to order — request current timelineFrom R&D and QC labs running the Microtrac SYNC
Unedited feedback from size-and-shape teams.
Common questions
Don't see yours? Email [email protected] — NDA standard, typical reply within 4 hours.
What does the SYNC measure that a laser diffraction analyzer alone does not?
The SYNC adds dynamic image analysis to laser diffraction in the same cell, so alongside the size distribution it captures 30+ shape parameters — sphericity, aspect ratio, and classification of oversize, agglomerated or contaminant particles. Laser diffraction gives you size; the SYNC also tells you the shape from the same particles, which matters for powder flow, packing and product performance.
What size range does the SYNC cover?
The SYNC measures from 0.01 to 4,000 µm. Laser diffraction covers the full range for size; dynamic image analysis contributes shape data over the range the camera resolves. A tri-laser optical system (red 780 nm, blue 405 nm) with two detectors and 151 segments handles the size measurement, and the camera runs at 5.2 MP and 60 fps for morphology.
What is the BLEND routine?
BLEND is Microtrac's patented feature that lets you examine results from laser diffraction alone, image analysis alone, or the two combined — from a single measurement. That means you can validate one method against the other and reconcile differences without re-running the sample, which is valuable when correlating to legacy data or resolving why two techniques disagree on a distribution.
How does the SYNC switch between wet and dry measurement?
The FLOWSYNC wet module (200 mL or 40 mL, with ultrasonic dispersion) and the TURBOSYNC dry module (compressed-air dispersion to 50 psi, 0.1 cm³ minimum sample) connect by plug-and-play cable and swap in under 15 seconds. One SYNC platform therefore handles suspensions, emulsions and free-flowing powders. We configure the modules you need to your materials.
Which standards does the SYNC meet?
The SYNC measures laser diffraction to ISO 13320 and dynamic image analysis to ISO 13322-2, and the software supports FDA 21 CFR Part 11 data-integrity controls — encrypted database, password protection, electronic signatures and assignable permissions. Meeting both particle-sizing standards on one instrument simplifies audits and method transfer in regulated QC.
Is the SYNC suitable for metal AM powder sphericity QC?
Yes. For LPBF and DED feedstock, sphericity and satellite content affect spreadability and packing as much as the size distribution does. The SYNC reports D10/D50/D90 and shape metrics together, so you catch irregular or agglomerated particles that a size-only measurement misses. Additive Plus runs powder characterization in-house at ATO Lab and can help build an SOP for your alloy.
What lead time and support come with the SYNC?
The SYNC is configured to order — FLOWSYNC, TURBOSYNC or both and the dispersion setup — so lead time depends on the configuration; request a current timeline and we confirm it in writing. Installation, alignment, training on size, shape and BLEND, and method development on your own material are included, backed by application engineering with a sub-4-hour response.
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