A thermal analysis crucible serves as sample containers for thermoanalytical measurements. METTLER TOLEDO offers a wide range of high-quality DSC and TGA crucibles to cover virtually any thermal analysis application such as polymer melting, crystallization and glass transitions. Available in many types of materials, pan sizes and shapes, our crucibles handle almost any kind of samples and for all possible measurements, including high-pressure applications.
According to the International Confederation for Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry (ICTAC), thermal analysis is group of techniques in which a physical property of a substance is measured as a function of temperature while the substance is subjected to a controlled temperature program.
Thermal analysis crucibles serve as containers for samples used during a thermal analysis measurement. Crucibles also protect the sensor from contamination during the measurement. The type of crucible used for a measurement can influence the quality of the results obtained. Thermal analysis crucibles are available in many materials and sizes, ensuring that there will be a crucible available for any application. Considering the relevant factors of the measurement, sample, and crucible type can help produce more reliable thermal analysis results.
Crucibles are needed for DSC, TGA and TGA/DSC measurements, and in some cases, crucibles provide a useful solution for sample preparation during TMA measurements.
There are several factors to consider when selecting a thermal analysis crucible. One must take all factors into account to ensure that the crucibles selected will provide the best results for any DSC, TGA or TGA/DSC measurement. Factors to consider: crucible material, crucible volume, crucible mass, sample under examination, sample robot, experimental conditions (temperature range of measurement, atmosphere, thermal analysis technique used)