FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The K1 features a continuous annular micromixing mechanism that enables 10⁶/sec shear rate mixing, making it ideal for high-precision nanoparticle manufacturing and lab automation. There is no holding volume in the reactor, ensuring consistent reaction conditions for producing metal nanoparticles, metal oxide nanoparticles, and other advanced nanomaterials. This technology is particularly effective for nanoparticle synthesis methods including bottom-up nanoparticles synthesis and green synthesis of nanoparticles.

The K1 utilizes annular micromixing technology, a key advantage in our automated laboratory equipment for nanoparticle synthesis. This continuous flow system eliminates dead zones and enables uniform mixing, making it perfect for laboratory automation solutions and advanced nanoparticle manufacturing at consistent shear rates.

The gas does not react with the reagents or products during the nanoparticle synthesis process. You can select nitrogen gas or argon as alternatives depending on your specific nanoparticle applications and material requirements. This inert environment ensures the purity of your synthesized nanoparticles.

The minimum volume for a test run is 20ml, making the K1 an efficient lab automation solution for developing and validating nanoparticle synthesis protocols.

Air pressure can be controlled using a regulator and manometer to set precise pressure conditions for your nanoparticle manufacturing process. Temperature control is not available on the K1 standard model; however, if temperature regulation is essential, we can customize the setup to meet your requirements. This flexibility supports various laboratory automation systems and automated lab reactor configurations.

Please contact us to enquire about our products and pricing. Our solutions are significantly more affordable than traditional batch reactors and other continuous flow systems, making advanced nanoparticle synthesis and lab automation accessible for research facilities and production environments.

We have laboratory facilities in the UK and Singapore, with demo availability offered globally. This allows researchers and nanoparticle suppliers to access and evaluate our automated laboratory equipment and nanoparticle synthesis solutions wherever they are located.

We offer the K1 on a month-to-month rental basis. After several months of rental payments, you have the option to purchase the reactor, at which point we can waive off the accumulated rental fees. This flexible approach to lab automation solutions makes advanced nanoparticle manufacturing equipment accessible to facilities of all sizes.

We provide comprehensive maintenance and servicing for 1 year following your purchase. After the first year, maintenance services will incur an additional charge. Additionally, AMLearn, our machine learning process optimization software, is included with every K1 reactor purchase, enhancing your nanoparticle manufacturing capabilities and laboratory workflow automation.

Lead time for the K1 is typically 2-4 months from purchase order to shipping, depending on customization requirements for your specific nanoparticle synthesis applications.

We build the K1 upon request and ship globally. This made-to-order approach ensures your automated lab reactor is configured precisely for your nanoparticle synthesis needs.

The reaction zone length is 5cm for the K1 reactor. This dimension can also be customized upon request to optimize your specific method of preparation of nanoparticles.

The K1 is available with the following materials of construction: Quartz, PEEK, and PTFE. These choices ensure chemical compatibility for your nanoparticle synthesis processes.

Yes, the K1 technology has been extensively validated for nanoparticle manufacturing and advanced laboratory automation applications. It has proven effective across various nanoparticle synthesis methods and for producing different types of nanoparticles.

The K1 is capable of producing a diverse range of nanomaterial families, including metal nanoparticles, metal oxide nanoparticles, metal-organic frameworks, quantum dots, 2D materials, nitrides, and other advanced nanomaterials. Our detailed material catalogue and product pages provide comprehensive information on synthesis parameters for each nanomaterial type.

Nanoparticles are particles with dimensions between 1-100 nanometers that exhibit unique properties due to their small size and high surface area. The uses of nanoparticles span across numerous industries including medicine, cosmetics, electronics, and materials science. Applications include drug delivery (leveraging advantages of nanoparticles in medicine), diagnostic imaging with fluorescent nanoparticles, and industrial applications utilizing properties of carbon nanoparticles and other specialized nanomaterial types.

Green synthesis of nanoparticles refers to environmentally sustainable and non-toxic methods of producing nanomaterials. Green synthesis of metal oxide nanoparticles often employs biological or plant-based reducing agents, representing a shift away from harsh chemical processes. What is green synthesis of nanoparticles important? It reduces waste, minimizes hazardous chemicals, and supports sustainable nanoparticle manufacturing practices, making it ideal for research facilities and industrial applications alike.

AMLearn, our machine learning process optimization software, is primarily designed for optimizing process parameters, controlling yield, and fine-tuning nanoparticle size distribution. Depending on how you formulate your specific task and input parameters, AMLearn may be capable of predicting certain chemical functions. The software represents the rise of self-driving labs in chemical and materials science, enhancing laboratory workflow automation and autonomous lab operations through intelligent data analysis.

AMLearn integrates advanced laboratory automation software capabilities with machine learning to analyze experimental data and predict optimal reaction conditions. This laboratory automation system supports reaction engineering optimization, helping facilities maximize efficiency in nanoparticle manufacturing and other synthesis processes. It exemplifies the rise of self-driving labs in chemical and materials science by automating decision-making and optimization workflows.

Accelerated Materials provides nanoparticle manufacturing equipment and automated lab reactor solutions that enable in-house synthesis rather than relying solely on external nanoparticle suppliers. Our K1 and scaled versions (K10, K100) empower research facilities and companies to become their own advanced nanoparticle suppliers through precise control of nanoparticle synthesis processes and method of preparation of nanoparticles.