In the previous post of the Troubleshooting for Liquid Particle Counting series, the importance of normal particle size distribution was discussed. This segment concerns the effects of flow rate deviations.
In the previous post of the Troubleshooting for Liquid Particle Counting series, specifications that provide operators quality data control were outlined. This segment concerns the importance of normal particle size distributions and the effects of flow rate deviations.
Operators can take several easy steps to ensure that quality data is collected from an optical particle counter (OPC). In this blog series, common misunderstandings and performance issues about OPCs are discussed to help the operator reach proper conclusions when questions arise about the validity of the data.
This is a basic guide to LiQuilaz and LiQuilaz II particle counter maintenance. Occasional cleaning of the liquid capillary is required and it is the customer’s responsibility to perform the cleaning when necessary.
The need for capillary cleaning and the general health of the capillary can be improved by continuously running water through the system when it is not in use. In addition, never allow the capillary to dry out, as this could permanently damage the capillary.
