LO module
Light Obscuration for Reliable Particle Counting
The LO (Light Obscuration) module provides an orthogonal measurement method for counting and sizing particles in liquid samples – an ideal complement to image-based analysis of the SMILLA HiRes-FIM module. It enables two measurement techniques in one single sample run, boosting both analytical depth and operational efficiency.
The measurable particle size range spans from 1 to 120 µm, depending on the flow cell used in the FIM module upstream. Even in samples with high particle concentrations, the LO module delivers robust and precise data. With an optimized flow rate, the system ensures excellent resolution and highly accurate particle detection – even in challenging applications.
The LO module is a powerful addition for laboratories seeking regulatory-compliant, quantitative particle analysis and looking to benefit from the modular, high-performance design of SMILLA.
All modules

HiRes-FIM module
for high-resolution flow imaging microscopy

LO module
for precise, orthogonal light obscuration analysis

Pump module
for a steady and fast sample transport, adaptable to your type of sample and sample volume

Frame module
with the implemented Clean & Rinse system, enabling automated and thorough system cleaning between measurements – ideal for high throughput environments