CEAST HDT Vicat Series Thermo-Mechanical Systems

Short-Term Effect of Temperature The thermal properties of plastic materials are equally as important as the mechanical properties. Unlike metals, polymers are extremely sensitive to changes in temperature and many factors contribute to affect their thermal behavior, which is a rather complex property. Designers and material selectors of plastic products constantly face the challenge of selecting a suitable plastic for elevated temperature performance. In other words, they need to have a deep understanding of the short-term effect of temperature on the material selected. The Instron® line of...

Many factors, such as molecular orientation, weight, intermolecular bonding, cross- linking, crystallinity, or amorphous degree, have a considerable effect on the thermal properties and it becomes clear that the thermal behavior of polymeric materials is rather complex. Designing a plastic component or selecting a plastic material from the available thermal property data, one must thoroughly understand the short-term effects of temperature on the material's properties of the plastic material. Many factors must be considered when selecting a plastic for high-temperature application, including...

What system is suitable for your test method? From very simple QC materials testing to more advanced material applications, the Instron® line of thermo-mechanical systems spans from traditional testing systems with a silicone oil bath to a new eco-friendly instrument suitable for testing high-performance materials. Heating method: Silicone Oil Weights application: Manual Stations into bath: Manual Heating method: Silicone Oil Weights application: Manual Stations into bath: Manual What system is suitable for your test method? Heating method: Silicone Oil Weights application: Automatic Stations...

The HDT and Vicat oil bath testers are equipped with three or six independent working stations respectively. They are used to determine the temperature at which the specimen undergoes a pre-set deflection-penetration under a specific load while heated. This takes place with a defined heating rate in a silicone oil bath up to 300°C. The silicone oils, available in different viscosity ranges, perform testing more accurately in a broad range of testing temperatures. All instruments are electronically controlled by a microprocessor via a keyboard with an LED graphic display equipped with three or...

The solution to handle innovative challenges about materials testing is the CEAST HV500 model, where greater challenges and increased technical performance are required. As the global market increases its demand of more advanced materials, this model provides solutions that the traditional HDT and Vicat oil bath systems cannot meet. This high-temperature machine runs HDT and Vicat tests based on an innovative and eco-friendly way The heat transfer medium system, consisting of a fluidized bath that contains inert ceramic powder (aluminum oxide), replaces the traditional silicon oils. Thanks to...

What results do you need? The test data is collected, conveniently managed, and analyzed by dedicated software that is designed with a user-friendly interface. Providing in-depth deflection/penetration analysis and accurate simulation, the software allows the user to apply two different test methods at the same time. Ehared Paratwlai Grajp Pinnwti! | aaiwi Parameten | GTQLQ Noie Group Sefedion 9iaied Pararneiens | Group Pararneleni Síríion Prramdrxs | Larera TNckneK Weigtt Type- Mctancl Note r-lateial Ei^rJfer Group Neta Curetn Grctip. • Possibility to select a specific test type for each working...

Support for the Life of Your Equipment When You Need Us, We're There Operating with 25 offices in 18 countries and more than 1,200 employees, Instron® has a global infrastructure that is local to you. When you need service and support for your CEAST HDT Vicat Series, we'll be there. We remain committed to advancing materials and components testing techniques. Maximize Uptime The Instron world-class service organization is committed to delivering high-quality installation, calibration, training, maintenance, and technical support throughout the life of your thermo-mechanical systems. We help to...

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