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Thermo Gravimetric Analysis (TGA)

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Contact: Mr. Karsimran (7508669468)

About this instrument

Model : TA TGA 5500

The TA Instruments TGA 5500 is a Thermogravimetric Analyzer (TGA) used for analyzing the thermal stability and composition of materials.

Features/Specifications:

 
1. Temperature Range:

25 °C to 1000 °C (Standard configuration)
Up to 1200 °C (optional high-temperature furnace)
1. Heating Rate:
Range: 0.001 °C/min to 100 °C/min
1. Balance Sensitivity:
Precision: 0.1 µg
Wide dynamic range for both large and small sample masses.
1. Atmosphere Control:
Multiple gas inlets for controlled atmospheres, including nitrogen, oxygen, synthetic air, and more.
Built-in gas flow controllers for precise atmosphere management.
1. Sample Holder:
High-temperature platinum crucibles.
1. Data Acquisition:
Advanced data acquisition system providing high-resolution thermogravimetric curves.
Real-time display of weight change vs. temperature or time.
Built-in software for creating and analyzing thermograms with the ability to integrate multiple curves.
1. Software:
Thermal Advantage™ Software for data collection, analysis, and reporting.
Multi-step analysis capabilities, including ramp, step, isothermal, and cooling rates.
1. Other:
Modular design for easy upgrades and maintenance.
Excellent thermal stability, ensuring high reproducibility of results.
Auto-calibration and diagnostic features to ensure high-performance operation.