PLATINUM NANOPARTICLES 20 NM 20NM RESEARCH GRADE NANOMATERIALRESEARCH GRADE MATERIAL
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Brand: ATOMFAIR®
Platinum nanoparticles (20 nm) require strict environmental control to preserve colloidal integrity. Storage conditions directly affect particle stability and dispersion quality.
- Temperature Control: Store at 2-8°C to maintain colloidal stability.
- Light Protection: Protect from light to prevent photodegradation.
- Container Sealing: Keep the container tightly sealed to prevent contamination and evaporation.
- Personal Protective Equipment: Use appropriate personal protective equipment when handling the material.
How does the citrate stabilizer concentration of less than 0.01 mmol/L affect the surface activity of 20 nm platinum nanoparticles for catalysis applications?
The citrate stabilizer is present at a very low concentration (<0.01 mmol/L) in the ultrapure water dispersion. This minimal capping agent level minimizes surface blocking, preserving the platinum surface sites for catalysis and electrocatalysis research. The 20 nm particle size and low citrate content make this dispersion suitable for studies requiring clean, accessible nanoparticle surfaces.
What is the recommended storage protocol to maintain colloidal stability of the 20 nm platinum nanoparticle dispersion?
Store the dispersion at 2–8°C in a light-protected, sealed container to prevent aggregation and degradation. The citrate-stabilized nanoparticles in ultrapure water (30 ppm Pt) are sensitive to temperature and light exposure. Following these conditions ensures the 20 nm particle size and colloidal stability for reproducible research results.
What safety documentation and handling practices are required for this research-grade platinum nanoparticle material?
Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves and safety glasses. The SDS must be reviewed prior to handling due to potential hazards from nanoparticle inhalation or skin contact. This material is for laboratory-scale R&D only and should be handled in a well-ventilated area or fume hood.
The Platinum Nanoparticles 20 nm (AF-SNNP2066) is a research-grade citrate-stabilized colloidal dispersion in ultrapure water, designed for catalysis, SERS, and biomedical studies. Its 20 nm nominal particle size and low citrate stabilizer concentration (≤0.01 mmol/L) minimize organic interference, but refrigerated light-protected storage at 2-8 °C and sealed handling are required to prevent aggregation or contamination.
Positive
- Low stabilizer for minimal interference: Citrate stabilizer at ≤0.01 mmol/L and 30 mg/L in ultrapure water reduces organic background, preserving surface activity for catalytic and SERS applications.
- Uniform 20 nm particle size for screening: The 20 nm nominal size enables consistent particle-size-dependent studies in electrocatalysis and sensing, with well-defined surface-area-to-volume ratio.
Trade-offs
- Strict refrigerated storage required: The dispersion must be stored at 2-8 °C in light-protected sealed containers to prevent nanoparticle aggregation or chemical degradation, requiring continuous cold-chain management.
- Research-grade specification uncertainty: Specification confirmation is recommended before procurement, and the product is intended for laboratory-scale R&D only, limiting direct deployment in production workflows.
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