DSC test: Determine the thermal properties of your materials
What is a DSC?
DSC (Differential Scanning Calorimetry) is an analytical technique used to measure thermal properties of materials.
The instrument measures the heat flow to a sample compared to a reference, while the temperature is changed in a controlled manner.
At Deon Research Centre, we use DSC to analyse polymers, resins, composites and additives to understand:
- Glass transition temperature (Tg)
- Melting points and crystallization behavior
- Curing kinetics of thermosets
- Specific heat capacity and stability
This data is essential for material development, quality control and process optimization.
Why choose a DSC at Deon Research Centre?
Our DSC measurements combine precision, repeatability and material expertise:
- Accurate thermal characterization
Detect subtle thermal transitions and exothermic/endothermic reactions. - Supporting material development
Optimise formulations of resins, polymers and composites based on thermal properties. - Process optimization and quality control
Check consistency between batches, monitor curing rates and predict material properties. - Wide range of applications
Suitable for polymers, resins, composites, additives and coatings in R&D and production.
How does DSC work?
The use of DSC includes the following phases:
- Sample preparation: The material sample is prepared and placed in a special pan for analysis. Deon Research Centre ensures correct sample preparation in accordance with relevant standards.
- Differential calorimetry: The sample and a reference are heated or cooled evenly. The DSC device measures the difference in heat flux between them to document thermal transitions. Our equipment is calibrated for optimal accuracy.
- Data analysis: The collected data is analyzed to identify the possibilities of thermal transitions and to determine material properties, such as melting temperature, glass transition, or crystallization. Deon Research Centre provides detailed reports with clear analyses.
DSC applications in industry
Deon Research Centre is involved in the application of DSC in various sectors:
- Polymer industry: determination of melting temperature and crystallinity of polymers for processing and manufacturing. DSC helps to optimize production processes.
- Pharmaceutical industry: drug analysis for thermal stability and homogeneous mixability. Deon Research Centre complies with the most stringent quality standards for pharmaceutical tests.
- Food industry: assessment of fat and oil stability under different thermal conditions. Deon Research Centre supports the food industry with comprehensive material analyses.
What does this mean for your company?
A DSC analysis at Deon Research Centre provides accurate and reproducible thermal characterization of polymers, resins, composites and additives. Our advanced equipment and expert analysts provide reliable data, essential for material development, quality control and process optimization.
Get in touch with us!
Are you interested in how DSC can improve your materials research and development? Contact Deon Research Centre today for more information and find out how we can support your business with high-quality thermal analysis!
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