Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) and Differential Thermal Analysis (DTA) are both types of thermal analysis that compare heat information between a sample and a reference material. However, the similarities don’t stop there — both tests can provide information about glass transitions, melting points, sample purity, and crystallization. So what’s the difference, and when might you […]
The 4 Major Reasons to Test for Ionic Contamination and When to Do It
If you manufacture printed circuit boards, then you know ionic contamination is one of the most major risks you’re in charge of preventing. Periodic testing for ionic contamination on PCBs, therefore, is absolutely crucial for product quality assurance. But did you know that it’s helpful for all sorts of other functions, such as process validation […]
What is Ionic Contamination and What Does It Do?
Ionic contamination is the reason for an estimated 25% of printed circuit board (PCB) failures, and it starts in the fabrication and assembly process. Here’s what it is, how it affects PCBs, and how you can find and prevent it.
DSC Technique Applications in Polymer Testing
Differential scanning calorimetry, and specifically modulated-temperature differential scanning calorimetry, is one of the most useful and commonly-applied forms of material testing applied to polymers across industries. Let us explore what it is, how it works, and what it can do for you.
Everything You Should Know About Ionic Contamination Testing
Ionic contamination is a significant problem for printed circuit boards and other precision conductivity products. This is what you should know about it, how you can find out if your products are affected by it, and what you can do if they are.
Applications of Thermogravimetric Analysis
The applications of thermal analysis are varied and highly useful, especially for the manufacturing industry. Here’s what you should know.
10 Common Questions About DSC Testing
Do you have questions about a polymer product? Perhaps you suspect that epoxy failure may be the root of poor performance? Maybe you’d like to reverse engineer a product and need help identifying an unknown polymer? Or it could be you received a shipment of parts from a new supplier, and you want to ensure it meets specifications?
You’ve heard that Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) is a popular analytical technique for polymers. But how do you know if DCS testing is the right choice for your next project? Read on for answers to the most frequently asked DSC questions.
What Is Differential Scanning Calorimetry?
What’s the right temperature for your factory floor and long-term storage to maximize the lifespan of your plastic products? How will changing the filler ingredient in your polymer product affect its performance? How will heat impact the effectiveness of your latest pharmaceutical offering? These are all questions that can be explored with a laboratory technique called Differential Scanning Calorimetry, or DSC. Here’s what you need to know.
Science for Good: Measuring Halogen Content in Plastic
Learn how IC analysis can determine whether halogen levels in plastic waste are compliant with environmental regulations.
TGA Analysis: What, How and Why
With the right kind of scientific analysis, you can determine what’s causing the failure. The mystery of the cracking plastic components is just one use case for a material analysis technique called thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), also known as thermal gravimetric, thermal gravitational analysis, thermal gravimetric analysis, or TGA.
