which method are you employing to measure the zeta potential? In the case of microelectrophoresis the particles are subjected to a d.c. current an the speed at which they travel towards one of the eletrodes is related to their zeta potential. In the case of a more modern method, ESA, the particles are subjected to an a.c. current and they are oscillating. The amplitude of the oscillation is related in this case to their zeta potential. The ESA method is more universally applicable as it is capable of studying a broader range of concentrations, particle sizes and stirring is also allowed during the measurements. Please let me know if you require additional information.