MSE Labs and available Equipment
Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)
Differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) is widely-used to determine
the thermochemical properties of unknown mixtures or poorly
characterized phases. The calorimeter measures heat flow into
(endothermic) or out of (exothermic) a sample undergoing a phase
change, as well as, heat capacity of a sample. Examples of transitions
are: melting, recrystallization, decomposition, out-gassing,
or a change in heat capacity. DSC also measures a transition
onset temperature, the temperature at maximum reaction, and
the ending temperature. DSC is useful to monitor different samples
of the same material to assess their similarities or differences.
Measurement of thermal properties from -50° to 600.
Contact Information:
Phil Anderson
(520) 322-2308
pla@u.arizona.edu
4715 E. Fort Lowell Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85712
