Location

MCE 1325

Specifications

  • Magnetic bearing
  • Minimum Torque: 1 mN.m oscillation, 3 mN.m steady shear
  • Maximum torque 200 mN.m
  • Frequency range 1E-7 to 100 Hz (without dielectric accessory)
  • Normal force range from -50 to 50 N with sensitivity of 0.005 N
  • Temperature range from -150°C to 600°C

 

Applications

  • Viscosity
  • Tack/ stickiness measurements
  • Tg (Glass transition)
  • Tension, torsion, compression of small samples at temperatures
  • Viscoelasticity
  • Adhesive curing

Training

Required Training

Fixture and software operation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muBam_P2WmI

Additional Resources

Theory of rheology and viscoelastic materials

Scheduling

If you already have an account with us, you can find the machine on Cores under Materials Characterization - Meldrum.

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