Magnetic suspension balance. Gravimetric sorption in real-world conditions. Dual-sample testing, up to 400°C.
● High-precision, contactless mass measurement under extreme pressure.
● Dual-sample capability for simultaneous adsorption and gas density analysis.
● Modular design with smart software for flexible experiments.
Accurate mass measurement is critical across materials science, chemical engineering, energy storage, and catalysis research. While traditional electronic microbalances offer high precision under standard laboratory conditions, they are often unsuitable for extreme environments involving high pressure, high temperature, or corrosive and reactive gases. The Magnetic Suspension Balance (MSB) addresses these challenges with contactless, high-resolution mass measurement in fully isolated, controlled environments.
The RuboSORP MSB employs a magnetically coupled weighing system that physically separates the microbalance from the sample atmosphere. This design allows for real-time gravimetric analysis under demanding conditions—without the need for purge gases or proximity protections—enabling accurate study of sorption processes, adsorption kinetics, vapor-liquid equilibria, and gas-phase density.
Samples are housed within a sealed, corrosion-resistant chamber. Any change in mass is transmitted through a magnetic assembly to a high-precision microbalance operating at ambient pressure. This contact-free transfer ensures long-term stability, exceptional resolution, and minimal signal drift—even over extended experimental durations or during thermal cycling.
A standout feature of the RuboSORP MSB is its dual-sample capability. The system can simultaneously analyze two samples or substitute one with a calibrated sinker for direct gas density measurement via Archimedes’ principle. This is especially valuable in high-pressure or multi-component gas systems where conventional equations of state fall short.
Automatic Drift Correction & Recovery
The RuboSORP MSB actively compensates for pressure and temperature-induced drift, maintaining accurate readings throughout adsorption, desorption, or thermal cycles. A builtin self-recovery system prevents data loss in case of unexpected motion or imbalance, ensuring uninterrupted experiments.
Density / Double Sample Measurement
The dual sample measurement module enables experiments with two samples simultaneously. One position can be fitted with an inert float or calibrated sinker, allowing direct measurement of gas density via Archimedes’ principle—especially critical at high temperatures and pressures where traditional equation-of-state methods become unreliable. This capability is particularly valuable in multicomponent gas adsorption studies, as it enables real-time tracking of composition changes without the need for external gas analysis tools such as chromatography.
Optional Viewing Cells
Optional high-pressure viewing cells provide in-situ visual access to the sample chamber, enabling direct observation of swelling behavior, phase transitions, and vapor–liquid equilibrium phenomena. A highstrength window allows monitoring of expansion and adsorption processes in polymer and ionic liquid samples through an integrated image acquisition system. The system operates reliably under extreme conditions, with a maximum temperature of 200 °C and pressure up to 35 MPa.
Modular Design & Flexible Configuration
The RuboSORP MSB features a fully modular setup with interchangeable components for pressure, temperature, gas dosing, and reactor control. Visual cells, custom sample holders, and a range of heating options—from cryogenic to high-temperature—ensure adaptability to diverse applications.
Smart Software & Data Integrity
Automated control software manages all experimental parameters in real time and includes built-in uncertainty analysis. It supports ISO 9001 and GUM standards, generates adsorption curves on the fly, and logs data in accessible formats for seamless analysis and reporting.
Sealed Coupling Chamber
Enables safe use of toxic, reactive, and corrosive fluids—allowing experiments to be conducted under real-world conditions without compromising balance integrity.
Customizable Sample Cells and Reaction Baskets
To simulate real-world reaction conditions, AMI offers a range of interchangeable measuring cells and sample basket modules. Sample cell dimensions—up to 70 mm in diameter—can be customized to suit various materials and experimental needs. AMI also provides tailored solutions, including the development of new basket designs based on customer requirements. Available options include FF-type fixed bed baskets, FT-type high-efficiency reaction baskets, and specialized baskets designed for ionic liquids.
Industry-Leading Sample Capacity
Supports the widest max sample capacity, accommodating large or irregular samples without compromising accuracy—ideal for heterogeneous materials and custom applications.
Exceptional Stability Over Time
The system uses a load decoupling mechanism to periodically remove the sample from the balance, perform automatic recalibration, and resume the experiment—ensuring long-term measurement stability and eliminating drift during extended runs.
Hydrogen & Methane Storage
High-pressure isotherms provide real-world data critical for evaluating advanced storage materials including MOFs and metal hydrides.
Corrosive Gas Research
Quantify adsorption of SO2, HF, Cl2, and similar aggressive gases at controlled temperature and pressure—safely and accurately.
Supercritical CO2 Studies
Track sorption behavior and reaction kinetics in polymers, biomass, or coal under supercritical conditions with full visual feedback and gas-phase density measurement.
Multi-Component Adsorption
By integrating a calibrated gas mixer, the MSB measures real-time competitive adsorption of gas mixtures, eliminating the need for offline chromatography.
The RuboSORP MSB’s gas system is equipped with two high-precision pressure sensors: a sensor with a range to 5 MPa and a sensor with a range to 40 MPa, both with an accuracy of 0.01 bar
Gas System Models:
| System Type | Model No. | Pressure range (bar) | Temperature Control | Intake quantity | Option |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dynamic Gas System | GDU-150D-A | 150 | none | 2 | Mechanical pump / Molecular pump Vapor dosing Extra gas path Additional pressure sensor |
| GDU-150D-H | 150 | 100℃ | 2 | ||
| GDU-350D-A | 350 | none | 2 | ||
| GDU-350D-H | 350 | 100℃ | 2 | ||
| Static Gas System | GDU-150S-A | 150 | none | 2 | Mechanical pump / Molecular pump Vapor dosing Extra gas path Additional pressure sensor |
| GDU-150S-H | 150 | 100℃ | 2 | ||
| GDU-150S-H mix | 150 | 100℃ | 3 | ||
| GDU-350S-A | 350 | none | 2 | ||
| GDU-350S-H | 350 | 100℃ | 2 | ||
| GDU-350S-H mix | 350 | 100℃ | 3 | ||
| GDU-700S-A | 700 | none | 2 | ||
| GDU-700S-H | 700 | 100℃ | 2 | ||
| GDU-700S-H mix | 700 | 100℃ | 3 |
| Model | Max Pressure | Max Temperature | Max Sample Loading | Resolution | Vacuum Option | GDU Capability | View Cell & Camera Option | Model |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSB-150 | 150 bar | 400 °C | 25 g | 10 μg | Yes | Dynamic or Static | Yes | MSB-150 |
| MSB-150 | 150 bar | 400 °C | 50 g | 10 μg | Yes | Dynamic or Static | Yes | MSB-150 |
| MSB-150 | 150 bar | 400 °C | 10 g | 1 μg | Yes | Dynamic or Static | Yes | MSB-150 |
| MSB-350 | 350 bar | 400 °C | 25 g | 10 μg | Yes | Dynamic or Static | Yes | MSB-350 |
| MSB-350 | 350 bar | 400 °C | 50 g | 10 μg | Yes | Dynamic or Static | Yes | MSB-350 |
| MSB-350 | 350 bar | 400 °C | 10 g | 1 μg | Yes | Dynamic or Static | Yes | MSB-350 |
| MSB-700 | 700 bar | 150 °C | 25 g | 10 μg | Yes | Static Only | No | MSB-700 |
| MSB-700 | 700 bar | 150 °C | 50 g | 10 μg | Yes | Static Only | No | MSB-700 |
| MSB-700 | 700 bar | 150 °C | 10 g | 1 μg | Yes | Static Only | No | MSB-700 |
