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LINSEIS Thermomechanical Analysis TMA

LINSEIS Thermomechanical Analysis TMA

LINSEIS Thermomechanical Analysis TMA

Product catalog summary
Introduction to Thermomechanical Analysis (TMA)
Thermomechanical Analysis (TMA) is a technique used to measure sample displacement such as growth, shrinkage, and movement as a function of temperature, time, and applied force. It is primarily used to characterize linear expansion, glass transitions, and softening points of materials by applying a constant force while varying temperature.

Typical Applications
  • Tension studies of films and fibers
  • Determination of softening behavior and glass transition temperatures
  • Phase change determination and mechanical behavior under force
  • Determination of expansion coefficient and sintering behavior

General Features
  • High resolution for measuring nanometer changes
  • Dynamic Load TMA for weak transitions and elasticity
  • Wide measuring range from -150°C to 1600°C
  • Gas tight cell for controlled measurement environment

Technical Specifications
The TMA system includes a sample chamber with controlled temperature and atmosphere, a robust furnace for rapid heating and cooling, and a precise expansion and temperature sensor. The Dynamic TMA mode allows for the study of visco-elastic behavior.

Software Features
  • PC controlled with Microsoft Windows compatibility
  • Includes modules for temperature control, data acquisition, and evaluation
  • Features such as data security, curve comparison, and statistical evaluation

TMA / DTMA Features
  • Linear thermal expansion evaluation
  • Phase transformation and sinter process evaluation
  • Visco-elastic behavior with dynamic load

Applications and Case Studies
  • Polyvinylchloride (PVC): Used as an electrical insulator, with a glass point detected at 93.2°C.
  • Silicon Rubber: Performs well in extreme temperatures, with a glass point at -54.9°C.
  • Elastomers: Used in various industries, with a glass point detected at 29.9°C.
  • Polycarbonate (PC): Softening occurs before the glass transition temperature is reached.

Contact Information
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Thermomechanical Analysis

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• Highest Resolution Thermo mechanical analysis (TMA) easily and rapidly measures sample allows to measure smallest nanometer changes displacement (growth, shrinkage, movement, etc.) as a function of tem- perature, time, and applied force. Traditionally, TMA is used to characte- measures weak transitions and elasticity rize linear expansion, glass transitions, and softening points of materials • Wide measuring range by applying a constant force to a specimen while varying temperature. For expansion measurements, a probe rests on a sample on a stage with minimal downward pressure. Other constant...

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Technical Specifications The concept Sample chamber The easily accessible chamber is located in the center of the furnace. Both temperature and atmosphere can be controlled. In addition an optional mass flow controller is available for purge gas regulation. The gas tight cell can be evacuated and allows you to measure under a defined atmosphere. Only such a system can provide definitive information concerning the samples sensitivity to oxidation. Furnace The TMA Platinum Series comes with a robust and reliable furnace. Its customized design enables rapid heat up and cool down times and an excellent...

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Software All LINSEIS thermo analytical instruments are PC controlled. The individual software modules exclusively run under Microsoft® Windows® operating systems. The complete software consists of 3 modules: temperature control, data acquisition and data evaluation. The 32 bit software incorporates all essential features for measurement preparation, execution, and evaluation of a TMA/DTMA run. Thanks to our specialists and application experts, LINSEIS was able to develop comprehensive easy to understand user friendly application software. Features -Software • Program capable of text editing •...

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Linear Motor TMA / DTMA Features With low constant load • Linear thermal expansion evaluation • Change of volume • Phase transformation • Sinter process evaluation • Softening point determination • Transformation points • Swelling behavior • Tension With increased constant load • Penetration • Transition and comparison tests • 3 point bending test With dynamic load • Visco-elastic behavior Additional optional features • DTA evaluation • (RCS) Rate controlled sintering software Penetration Volumetric Expansion E-Modulus Tension

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Because of their very special and versatile properties, polyurethanes Elastomers have found wide application in virtually every industry, va- rying from the automotive, electrical and electronic industry, design and textile industry, to the mining and heavy duty industry. Evaluation of Elastomers specifically developed for applications above 0°C. The glass point was detected at 29.9°C. When further increasing the temperature, additional expansion of the material in the elastic range occurs. The plastic range of the material has not been reached This plastic has found extensive use as an electrical...

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DTA - Feature The thermal expansion of rock crystal (α-SiO2) can be easily evalu- ated with the L75 Dilatometer. The additional DTA feature enables DTA Signal (smoothed) [BK-00-3] 40 Base Line [BK-00-3] an in depth view of the thermal behavior of the material. The DTA measurement is a mathematical routine based on the sample temperature. Exo- and endothermic effects influence the change of the sample temperature during the dynamic heating or cooling cycle. At app. 575°C the phase transition from α- to β-SiO2 takes place. The deviation of the measured temperature from the literature value (574°C)...

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LINSEIS GmbH Vielitzerstr. 43 95100 Selb LINSEIS France Bureaux Paris 52 Boulevard Sebastopol 75003 Paris Tel.: (+33) 173-028 272 Products: DIL, TG, STA, DSC, HDSC, DTA, TMA, MS/FTIR, In-Situ EGA, Laser Flash, Seebeck Effect, Thin Film Analyzer, Hall-Effect Services: Service Lab, Calibration Service

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