Instrument: Belco Belsorp Max X
Manufacturer: Microtrac
General Description: The Microtrac BELSorp series analyzers characterize surface area and pore size distributions through gas adsorption measurements. The volumetric technique measures adsorption isotherms from ultra-low to atmospheric pressures using multiple pressure transducers. Advanced free space measurement technology provides accurate dead volume determination without strict liquid level control. Temperature control systems maintain consistent measurement conditions during analysis. The instruments calculate BET surface area, pore volumes, and pore size distributions using various theoretical models including classical methods and density functional theory approaches. Multiple measurement ports enable simultaneous analysis of several samples. Vapor adsorption capabilities extend characterization to humidity-dependent properties. Sample pretreatment stations prepare materials through controlled heating under inert atmospheres. Applications span catalyst characterization, battery material evaluation, pharmaceutical excipient analysis, and porous material development across industrial and academic research settings.