Nanoparticle synthesis and characterisation laboratory

Infraestructuras
Áreas de investigación
  • Engineering & Technology
Contacto
¿Disponible para usuarios externos?
Yes
Descripción

TEKNIKER laboratory dedicated to the synthesis, formulation and characterisation of nanoparticles and nanoscale dispersions. It enables nanoparticles to be produced using different methods (co-precipitation, sol-gel, high-shear mixing and ultrasonication), as well as the incorporation of nano- and microparticles or capsules into materials. Applications include coatings, composites, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and controlled-release systems.

The laboratory is equipped with comprehensive physicochemical characterisation facilities for monitoring particle size, surface properties, distribution and dispersion stability.

Equipment

  • Dispermat high-shear homogeniser with SL-012C1 mill
  • Ultrasonic baths and probes for high-volume processing (up to 5 L)
  • EXACT 50PLUS calender
  • N₂ physisorption analyser for measuring specific surface area (BET) and pore size (Quantachrome)
  • Laser particle size analyser (MASTERSIZER-MALVERN)
  • Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS) analyser with Zeta potential and particle concentration measurement capabilities
Servicios
  • Nanoparticle synthesis using co-precipitation, sol-gel, high-shear mixing and ultrasonication
  • Formulation of stable dispersions and suspensions containing nano- and microparticles
  • Incorporation of nanoparticles and microcapsules into materials
  • Nanoparticle characterisation: particle size (DLS, laser diffraction), size distribution, Zeta potential, specific surface area (BET) and pore size
  • Evaluation of dispersion stability
  • Support for the development of nanomaterials for coatings, composites and biomedical applications
Localización

TEKNIKER
Technology Park, Iñaki Goenaga, 5, 20600, Eibar (Gipuzkoa)

Otra información
Surfaces and Coatings:
- Nanomaterials
- Advanced Materials

Application sectors

  • Aerospace
  • Automotive
  • Electrical and energy
  • Chemical industry
  • Healthcare and medical devices

Industry plan

  • HAZI · Aerospace
  • HAZI · Biosanitary
  • HAZI · Smart Grids and Energy Storage
  • IRABAZI · Automotive Components