Differential scanning calorimetry - DSC

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General Information

FIC: Miko Cakmak

Owner: Miko Cakmak

Location: BRK 153

System Information

General Description

Differential scanning calorimetry, or DSC, is a thermoanalytical technique in which the difference in the amount of heat required to increase the temperature of a sample and reference is measured as a function of temperature.

Capabilities

• Temperature range : -40C to 600C
• Technical Resolution : 0.1 µW
• Heating and cooling rates : 0.001K/min to 500K/min
• Atmosphere : Nitrogen

Materials Compatibility

Polymers, rubbers, pharmaceuticals, gels