Laser granulometer
Room or location
Institut national de recherche scientifique (INRS)
Affiliation
Manufacturer/Brand
Horiba Scientific
Model
LA-950
In operation since
Description
This device is used to measure the particle size of solid samples such as soils and sediments. This technique is based on the diffraction of light. It is a more accurate measurement than the traditional sieve grain size measurement technique.
Resource person
Conditions of use
This equipment can be used with the full assistance of a technician or by internal or external users after training. There is an availability of approximately 100 days per year for external users.
Laboratory