Pi Raptor Portable
Historical Analytical Limitations
Historically, all analytical instrumentation was centrally located in a Quality Control laboratory. This was always done due to the complexity of the equipment and the inability to have such high quality/sensitive analytical instrumentation in remote locations due to transportation and environmental issues.
This limitation results in the need to collect samples in the field or the plant, transport them to the main lab where they must sit until analyzed. Once completed, the results are reviewed, and decisions can be made regarding the process that is being analyzed. As one can imagine, the delay can be many hours to many days. For some samples, this delay can change the formulation of the sample or condition making the analysis not representative of what is happening in the field real-time.
Pi Raptor Portable … The Transportable Analytical Solution
The Pi Raptor Portable, is a full featured particle size and shape analyzer enclosed in a ruggedized case for carry-on capability that enables taking a high-resolution particle analyzer anywhere. Having a portable system allows for at-site analysis with remote capabilities. The instrument uses Dynamic Image Analysis as a direct measurement technique, which has become more and more common as a Quality Control tool for raw materials in numerous industries. The new “Raptor” architecture offers a large array of improvements in image quality as well as functionality.
The Pi Raptor Portable is designed to operate as a fully functioning Particle Size and Shape Analyzer. It can be used at-lab where high quality data and ease-of-use is a requirement and it can also be closed and taken for remote use. The new sample handing capabilities also enable the system to operate for on-line applications.
The Pi Portable is designed to operate as a fully functioning Particle Size and Shape Analyzer. It can be used at-lab where high quality data and ease-of-use is a requirement and it can also be closed and taken for remote use.
Pi Portable main sections
Microsoft Surface Pro computer with High-resolution touchscreen interface.
- Pi Raptor Portable modular hardware design features.
- New key software features.
Microsoft Surface Pro Computer Interface
The Particle Insight Raptor Portable utilizes the Microsoft Surface Pro computer to manage the graphical user interface. The benefits of using the Microsoft Surface Pro includes:
- A high-resolution touchscreen interface which is perfect when in the field and touchscreen is the best method for simple operation.
When used at-lab, having a Microsoft Windows operating system is typically compatible with corporation networks, printers, and networks.
Allows for Wi-Fi or even cellular 5G connectivity enabling real-time feedback to your home office on your sample results.
When at the lab, external keyboards and pointing devices can be added via internally available Bluetooth connection.
Can be easily removed from the Pi Raptor Portable case for regular office use. System brings standard Microsoft keyboard.
Particle Insight Raptor Portable Hardware Design
The Pi Raptor Portable was designed to serve as BOTH an at-line laboratory system as well as a field-based portable system. Numerous hardware updates have been made that benefit both types of users.
- System internally has a 5Ah Lithium LiFePO4 Deep Cycle Rechargeable Battery offering over 5 hours of operation while remaining low in weight. Battery charger is included. Higher capacity batteries can be installed upon request.
- Removable Microsoft Surface Pro tablet computer with touchscreen interface. Has internal battery and is also charged by on-board LiFePO4 battery. Using the latest version of Microsoft Windows ensures compatibility with other programs users may need to use for daily operation.
- Light weight portable rugged case weighing approximately 15lbs ( 7Kg ).
- Patent Pending features.
- Removable / disposable flow cell with small dead-volume can be interchanged with spare flow cell of the same channel depth or other flow cells with different path depths.
- New hardware features ensure flow cell always returns to proper location to ensure exact focal point is kept.
Flexible Fluid Design
The Pi Raptor Portable has been designed to offer sample suspension flexibility for the different needs of at-lab and remote users.
Disposable Syringes – For very small amounts of samples or if contamination is of concern, standard disposable syringes have always served as a good way to take samples. These medical syringes are sterile and inexpensive. Many industrial applications have used medical syringes as collection and storage devices. Now, the Pi Raptor Portable eliminates the need to re-suspend your captured sample and enables users to do an analysis directly from syringes. No mess, and when done, you still have your full sample complete, intact and without being contaminated where you can store for future use.
- Internal Pumping System – Just connect the two bypass tubes that use standard Luer fittings, and the Pi Raptor Portable software will control the internal pump.
- Using the internal pump allows users to connect to any external sampling source, including an available sample suspension vessel that allows for cleaning and rinsing between analysis.
New Key Software Features
The Particle Insight Raptor Portable comes with numerous new software features that have been incorporated through the years.
- New Time series chart feature. . This feature allows the evaluation of behavior from particles suspended in a solution by plotting results of pre-selected measures and statistics from a collection of run files, over a period under the same conditions and settings. The charts created for each combination of parameters reflect the behavior of particles and can be used in different applications and processes like dissolution and crystallization in pharmaceutical industries.
- Correlation Plot Enhanced Features… More tools that help customers use scattergram charts to further identify and study particles and particle populations in more detail.
- Many added functions to sample overlays enabling customers to compare and identify all or portions of sample distributions. For example, if one sample or lot has a greater amount of agglomerates than another, you can now see exactly by how much and view those select agglomerates.
- New Sieve Comparison features offering more ways to view and correlate results to Sieves.
Be sure to contact us for a free online demo of the New Particle Insight Raptor Portable
Sample collection
Manual sample recirculation (250 mL)
Particle analysis with manual recirculation of the sample up to 250 mL without the use of the internal pump can be achieved by using the Sample bottle and a syringe.
Manual sample recirculation (60 mL)
Sample analysis with Manual recirculation of the sample up to 60 mL without the use of the internal pump can be achieved by using two syringes. This enables the collected sample to be analyzed without dilution and enables the user to store the sample after analysis.
Recirculation through the pump
Sample analysis with recirculation of the sample up to 250 mL using the internal pump can be achieved by connecting the Sample bottle. Sample recirculation ensures statistical accuracy.
Oil collection for contamination analysis. (using Simplo Jars)
Main features of the Simplo Jars:
QUICK Draws almost any viscosity lubricant quickly.
EASY Pre-charged vacuum inside the jar eliminates the need for additional sampling tools such as hand-held vacuum pumps.
CONVENIENT Virtually hands-free sampling.
CLEAN Prevents oil spillage during sampling process.
SURE Avoids potential environmental cross-contamination.
Specifications:
High Density PETG 100 ml/3.3 oz. capacity 85°C/185°F max temperature Applicable to any viscosity range Average Cleanliness qualification ISO (4406) 11/9/4 NAS (1638) 1 www.simplojar.com
The Simplo Jar is a vacuum-based device used for collection of liquid suspended samples consisting of a vacuum bottle with a collection tube.Once the tube is connected to the bottle and the other end of the tube is placed into the container with the sample to be measured, the stopcock valve is actuated, and the vacuum of the bottle begins collecting the sample. Once the sample is collected to the desired level or the bottle is full, the valve is closed, and the cap can be placed on the bottle.
Resealable bags are included to store the closed bottles so they can be placed in the accessory backpack and taken back to the lab for further analysis. However, if immediate results are needed, remove the cap with the stopcock valve from the Simplo Jar and replace with the one with Luer fittings and yellow tubing. Proper tubing connection to the fluidics interface should be completed to initiate a contamination analysis.
Accessory Kit
As a portable system, the Pi Portable includes an accessory kit that is housed in a backpack style case. The many compartments are designed to carry specimen sample collection devices along with other safety items such as gloves, etc. Samples can be stored here for further analysis at-lab or can be analyzed in the field.
