Sample preparation and processing
Milling and Particle Size Reduction
Planetary and high-energy ball milling for powder grinding, mechanical alloying, nanoscale size reduction and homogeneous blending of materials.
In short
Planetary and high-energy ball milling for powder grinding, mechanical alloying, nanoscale size reduction and homogeneous blending of materials. The milling and particle size reduction service uses a Changsha XQM-0. 2A planetary ball mill and an Alti Dynamics BMM25065 high-energy ball mill.
The milling and particle size reduction service uses a Changsha XQM-0.2A planetary ball mill and an Alti Dynamics BMM25065 high-energy ball mill. Steel, zirconia, alumina or tungsten carbide jars and media are selected for the material, and dry or wet milling, ball-to-powder ratio, speed, duration and cooling cycles are planned to reach the target size within contamination limits. The planetary mill serves sub-micron reduction of ceramic, mineral and pharmaceutical powders and blending; the high-energy mill serves mechanical alloying, amorphisation, nanocomposite powders and nanoscale grinding. The service answers which parameters reach a target D50, how much contamination milling introduces and whether a recipe is validated before scale-up, and pairs with particle size, XRD and BET analysis. It serves ceramic, battery, catalyst, metallurgy and nanomaterial organisations.
What you receive
Milled sample at the agreed target size (dry powder or suspension)
Process record covering jar/media material, ball-to-powder ratio, speed, duration and milling medium
Before/after particle size distribution comparison (on request)
Mass balance, yield and notes on possible contamination
Process summary report (PDF)
How it works
Request and scoping
Starting material, target size, quantity, acceptable contamination and dry/wet preference are agreed with you; mill and jar selection is proposed.
Sample reception and preparation
The material is logged and weighed, pre-dried or sieved where needed, and loaded into the jar at the specified ball-to-powder ratio.
Measurement
Milling is run under the defined programme; size evolution can be tracked with intermediate samples and pause cycles limit temperature rise.
Reporting
The product is recovered, weighed and delivered with the process record; the effect of parameters on the size result is discussed with you on request.
Pricing
from
€520
per batch
Lead time 7–15 business days
Final pricing depends on sample count, preparation and reporting scope. You receive an itemised proposal.
Prices are a guide and may change with any additional requests. Our team will contact you to confirm the scope and the final price.Request this service
Describe your sample and the decision it supports. We reply with a technical proposal.
Request analysisInstruments used
- Planetary Mill
- Changsha XQM-0.2A
- High-Energy Mill
- Alti Dynamics BMM25065
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How do I send samples for Milling and Particle Size Reduction?
Fill in the analysis request form. Our team replies with preparation and shipping instructions for your sample type, and we confirm together that the sample is suitable before you send it.
How long does Milling and Particle Size Reduction take?
It depends on the number of samples and laboratory workload. The estimated time on this page is a reference; once we review your request we share a firm schedule.
How is the price set?
The price on this page is a list price. It may change with the number of samples and any additional requests; after we agree the scope, the final price is shared in a proposal.
How do I receive the results?
Results are delivered as a written report. You can follow the status of your request in your account and through email notifications.
Can I request this from abroad?
Yes. We accept requests in Turkish, English, Arabic and Persian, and reply in the language you prefer.
Can I see your quality documents?
We develop our quality processes with reference to ISO/IEC 17025. For the current documents and scope details, contact us and we will send them in writing.
Instruments used
Synthesis and processing
Changsha XQM-0.2A Planetary Ball Mill
Simultaneous wet or dry planetary milling in four jars for sub-micron size reduction, homogeneous blending and mechanochemical processing of powders and suspensions.
Synthesis and processing
Alti Dynamics BMM25065 High-Energy Ball Mill
High-impact-energy ball mill, operable under controlled atmosphere, for mechanical alloying, nanocrystalline powder production and rapid comminution of hard materials.
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Further reading
Characterization
How to Choose a Particle Size Analysis Method
A practical guide to choosing between laser diffraction, electron microscopy, dynamic light scattering and sieving, based on your sample, your size range and how the result will be used.
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