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Dynamic Mechanical Analyzer

General information

UNIT
NAST Centre - University of Rome Tor Vergata

Category

Bio&Chem&Mag Characterization

Key instrumentation
Bio-Chemical-Magnetic Characterization

The DMA is a multifunctional dynamic-mechanical analyser. Analyses can be performed in all conventional deformation modes (bending, tension, shear, and compression), even when immersed in a liquid or in an atmosphere of controlled relative humidity. The unrivaled versatility of the DMA allows various applications to be performed in the correct measurement configuration. The DMA is quick and easy to set up for both traditional DMA analysis and experiments with static forces or immersion measurements. The instrument features flexible positioning of the measuring head through which analyses can be performed in all strain modes, even when immersed in a liquid or in a controlled relative humidity atmosphere. DMA provides Thermomechanical Analysis measurements for measuring expansion coefficients and effects due to creep or relaxation times.

Medium-Range Facilities
International Medium-Range Facilities
Technical description
Features and benefits of the METTLER TOLEDO DMA 1 include: Flexible positioning of the Measuring Head – measurements in all deformation modes, even in liquids or at different relative humidity levels; Easy operation – allowing fast change of deformation modes; TMA measurements – for measuring expansion coefficients, effects due to creep, and relaxation times; Humidity option – for sorption and desorption measurements; Ergonomic design with large touchscreen – for convenient sample loading and monitoring of the measurement process; Wide temperature range – from –190 to 600 °C; Extremely efficient and economical cooling – saves valuable measurement time and reduces liquid nitrogen consumption. A unique aspect of the DMA 1 is its rotatable Measuring Head. Measurements can be carried out in all standard deformation modes, even in liquids or at defined relative humidity levels.
Research areas and applications

Thermoplastics, Thermosets, Elastomers, Ceramics, Thermal Energy Storage materials.

Science highlights

Experimental team

Instrument Scientist
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STAFF
  • Laura Fazi
  • NAST Centre - University of Rome Tor Vergata
  • PostDoc
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