Use patented technology to perform differential scanning calorimetry at ultra-fast heating and cooling rates. With METTLER TOLEDO's innovative Flash DSC, high heating rates enable material analysis without interference from reorganization, as there is no time for this process to occur. The high cooling rates allow the formation of materials with defined structural properties. You can also study the kinetics of extremely rapid reactions and crystallization processes.
By using a minimal amount of material placed directly on the sensor, effects caused by the crucible are eliminated, maximizing the accuracy of your results. Flash DSC is the ideal complement to conventional DSC.
Ultra-high heating and cooling rates add a new dimension to the study of chemical processes and physical transitions such as the crystallization and reorganization of polymers, metals, and other materials.
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Ultra-high heating rates of up to 3 million K/min suppress the reorganization of the sample as there is no time for these processes to occur. Cooling rates of up to 2.4 million K/min influence the crystallization behavior and allow defined structures to be formed, such as those which occur during rapid cooling in injection molding processes.Ultra-fast DSC is also the ideal method for studying crystallization kinetics.
No more unwanted reactions! Thanks to the gas-tight measuring head, you can investigate your samples under precisely defined atmospheres, for example, oxygen-free conditions.
Prepare and insert your samples while sitting comfortably in front of the instrument. Cut the sample to size on a glass plate and place it directly on the sensor. The sample can be repositioned using a stiff thread or even a piece of hair!
At the heart of the Flash DSC lies an innovative chip sensor based on MEMS (micro-electro mechanical systems) technology. Using this revolutionary technique, the sample is placed directly onto the sensor.
Fast DSC, also known as rapid screening differential scanning calorimetry, is a rapid thermal analysis technique that allows for ultra-fast heating and cooling rates, typically in the range of thousands of Kelvin per second. This rapid thermal cycling enables the detection of very fast thermal events such as glass transitions and crystallization processes, that may be missed by traditional DSC techniques.
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Ultra-fast scanning calorimetry works on the principle of rapidly heating and cooling a small sample, typically in the microgram range. As the sample undergoes thermal transitions such as glass transitions, melting, or crystallization, heat is either absorbed or released.
The instrument measures the difference in heat flow between the sample and a reference. By analyzing the heat flow data, researchers can obtain valuable information about the thermal properties of the material.
Flash DSC revolutionizes rapid-scanning DSC. While traditional DSC operates at much slower heating and cooling rates, typically in the range of 10-20 Kelvin per minute, which can limit the ability to detect fast thermal events, Flash DSC can capture these events by using ultra-fast heating and cooling rates.
Flash DSC offers a multitude of advantages over traditional DSC:
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The versatility of Flash DSC has led to its adoption across various industries and scientific disciplines. Some of the key applications include:
The power of Flash DSC has been recognized by numerous industries: Below are some key sectors where Flash DSC is making a notable difference:
These examples demonstrate the versatility of Flash DSC and its significance within the field of rapid scanning calorimetry.
Flash DSC typically employs heating rates that can reach thousands of degrees Celsius per second. This extraordinary speed is essential for capturing rapid thermal events and obtaining accurate kinetic data, which is particularly beneficial in industries like polymers, pharmaceuticals, and materials science.
The Flash DSC 2+ by METTLER TOLEDO can analyze reorganization processes that were previously impossible to measure. It covers more than 7 orders of magnitude of heating and cooling rates, making it ideal for studying rapid crystallization and reorganization processes in a temperature range from -95 to 1000 °C. More specifications can be found here, or download the Flash DSC brochure.
Yes, the Flash DSC by METTLER TOLEDO uses fast scanning chip calorimetry technology to enable the analysis of rapid thermal events and high sensitivity for small samples.
This allows researchers to study dynamic processes in materials, such as rapid crystallization and phase transitions, which are often missed by traditional DSC.
Due to the high sensitivity of Flash DSC, very small sample sizes, often in the microgram range, are sufficient for analysis. This makes it ideal for precious or limited samples.
Flash DSC, a powerful tool for rapid scanning calorimetry, can analyze a wide range of sample types, such as bulk materials, powders, fibers, nanofillers, including:
The METTLER TOLEDO Flash DSC 2+ is the fastest commercially available rapid-scanning DSC, capable of analyzing a wide range of samples from -95°C to 1000°C, making it suitable for studying rapid crystallization and reorganization processes.
More specifications can be found here, or download the Flash DSC brochure.
Flash differential scanning calorimetry is a powerful tool for studying the thermal behavior of polymers. By rapidly heating and cooling samples, it can accurately measure:
By understanding these thermal properties, researchers can optimize polymer processing, improve material performance, and develop new polymer materials with tailored properties.
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