Simultaneous Thermal Analysis (STA) generally refers to the simultaneous application of Thermogravimetry (TGA) and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) to one and the same sample in a single instrument.
The STA 409 PC/PG Luxx® is one of the most versatile STA systems for routine use in material research and development as well as in quality assurance.
| Specifications | |
| Temperature range: | RT … 1350°C |
| Heating and cooling rates: | 0.01 K/min … 50 K/min (dependent on furnace) |
| Weighing range: | 18000 mg |
| TG resolution: | 2 µg |
| DSC resolution: | < 1 µW (dependent on sensor) |
| Atmospheres: | inert, oxidizing, reducing, static, dynamic |
| Gas flow control for 2 purge gases and 1 protective gas (optional) | |
| Mass flow control for 3 gas channels (optional for STA 409 PG) | |
| Vacuum-tight assembly up to 10-2 mbar | |
Evolved gas analysis (EGA) is a method used to study the gas evolved from a heated sample that undergoes decomposition or desorption. It is possible to detect which gas is evolved using evolved gas detection (EGD).
The combination with an FT-IR (Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometer) has become popular, especially in the polymer producing, chemical and pharmaceutical industry.
ITA Labs’ UK laboratory is experienced at providing simultaneous thermal analysis test results, with a fast turnaround, at very competitive rates using a STA 409 PC/PG Luxx STA analyser.
To discuss your potential requirements, call Mark on 01727 871316.
Mark Dowling
+44 (0) 1727 871 316
