The Thermal Activity Monitor (TAM) is a high resolution, real-time method for monitoring chemical, biological, and physical reaction process(es) occurring in a sample. The monitoring of heat flow over time allows for determination of the various reaction processes that may occur in a sample over minutes, hours, days, weeks, or years.

Dilatometry is a method for measuring changes in a sample’s size as it’s heated or cooled. It can provide information about phase transitions and changes in the sample’s structure.

The TA Instruments dilatometers, including DIL806 and ODP868, use an optical measurement method to evaluate the shadow width of a sample placed horizontally inside a furnace. This method is free of external contact forces, making it ideal for measuring soft, fragile, or small samples that may be damaged or difficult to handle in a pushrod dilatometer.

The DIL806 can measure samples in various atmospheres and cover temperatures from -150°C to 1400°C. The ODP868 can analyze samples’ dimensions, shape, and bending up to 1650°C. Optical dilatometry offers high resolution and accuracy similar to a pushrod dilatometer, making it an optimal method for measuring challenging samples.

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Vapor Sorption Analysis is a technique in which a sample is subjected to varying conditions of humidity and temperature, and the response of the sample is measured gravimetrically. Understanding the effects of water content on structure and properties is critical in the development, processing and end use of a broad spectrum of materials. TA Instruments offers the most sensitive, versatile, and productive moisture sorption analyzers on the market. The Discovery SA combines a high-sensitivity thermobalance, innovative humidity control chamber, and reliable autosampler. Innovative technology combined with our unparalleled reputation for service and support make TA Instruments the clear choice of scientists worldwide for vapor sorption studies.

Dilatometry is a method of measuring changes in sample size as it’s heated or cooled. The technique provides information about a sample’s phase transitions and structural changes. It’s also helpful in evaluating materials’ shrinkage during sintering. The DIL820 series dilatometers feature a vertical pushrod design that measures sample expansion over a wide temperature range. The dilatometers use proprietary True Differential technology to improve accuracy and data quality. The vertical design is particularly useful for measuring softening samples and sintering powders. The DIL820 is an excellent choice for labs that require high accuracy and productivity.