DSC 3 - Differential Scanning Calorimeter

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Thanks to its modular design, the DSC 3 as part of the METTLER TOLEDO Thermal Analysis Excellence Line is the best choice for manual or automatic operation, from quality assurance and production through to research and development. The DSC uses a robust and versatile DSC sensor with 56 thermocouples which guarantees simultaneous outstanding resolution and sensitivity.

Robust MultiSTAR^e sensor with 56 thermocouples – detects the smallest and largest thermal effects
Robust endurance-tested sample robot – operates efficiently and reliably around the clock
One Click™ – allows the user to start predefined methods safely and easily

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Photocalorimetry

Microscopy

Specifications - DSC 3 - Differential Scanning Calorimeter

Temperature range	-150 to 700 °C
Sensor	FRS 5+ with 56 thermocouples or HSS 8+ with 120 thermocouples
Heating rate	0.02 to 300 K/min
TAWN resolution (FRS /HSS)	0.12/0.2
TAWN sensitivity (FRS /HSS)	11.9/56
Indium response ratio (FRS sensor)	>155 mW/°C
Material Number(s)	30139229
Trade Name	DSC

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Features and Benefits of the DSC 3

Rugged MultiSTARe sensor with 56 thermocouples – detects the smallest and largest thermal effects
Robust endurance-tested sample robot – operates efficiently and reliably around the clock
Start the experiment with just One Click™ – fast and easy routine operation
Simple FlexCal^{^®} calibration – saves time and results in precise and accurate measurements
Modular concept protects your investment – fulfills your current and future needs
Wide temperature range – from –150 to 700 °C in one measurement
Intelligent ergonomic design – simplifies instrument operation
Comprehensive services – professional support for your daily work

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Product Brochures

Brochure: DSC 3

Differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) is the most frequently used thermal analysis technique. DSC measures enthalpy changes in samples due to change...

Brochure: The Future of Thermal Analysis

Thermal Analysis comprises a group of techniques that measure the physical or chemical properties of a sample as a function of temperature or time whi...

Brochure: STARe Excellence Software

Thermal analysis is a well-established analytical method that is widely used in many different fields. It provides laboratories with valuable results...

Datasheets

Datasheet: The MultiSTAR DSC Sensor Family

The sensor is the heart of any DSC measuring cell. Ideally, a modern DSC sensor should be very sensitive, have a fast response, a flat baseline, and y...

Datasheet: DSC-Microscopy System

The system provides images of samples at predefined temperature or time intervals. A further evaluation possibility is to quantify color differences b...

Datasheet: DSC-Photocalorimetry System

The photocalorimeter accessory is used in combination with the METTLER TOLEDO DSC 1 or DSC82xe and extends the application possibilities of DSC into t...

Datasheet: DSC Evaluation

This software option reduces unnecessary measurement time and improves safety when measuring unknown samples. It enables the instrument to terminate a...

Datasheet: STARe Software Option Mathematics

This software option offers a number of useful calculations that can be applied to curves for advanced evaluation possibilities, adding even more flex...

Datasheet: IsoStep

Thermal effects can often occur simultaneously, IsoStep™ is a Temperature Modulated DSC (TMDSC) software option that can help evaluation of complicate...

Datasheet: Specific Heat Evaluation

The specific heat capacity cp is an important material property often used in calculations of thermal processes in the chemical industry. It describes...

Datasheet: Conditional Experiment Termination

This software option reduces unnecessary measurement time and improves safety when measuring unknown samples. It enables the instrument to terminate a...

Datasheet: nth Order Kinetics

Kinetic models are suitable for the analysis and simulation of chemical reactions. The software option calculates kinetic parameters based on one or m...

Datasheet: Model Free Kinetics

Model Free Kinetics (MFK) allows you to predict reaction behavior under different conditions, where measurements are difficult to perform or where the...

Datasheet: Advanced Model Free Kinetics

STARe software’s Advanced Model Free Kinetics (Advanced MFK) program helps in the investigation and optimization of a process. It allows the predictio...

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