Thermomechanical analysis

Environment, Hygiene and Sensor Technology

push rod dilatometer with sample
© Fraunhofer IBP
Specimen in a push rod dilatometer.

Dilatometry is a method of thermal analysis, particularly a method of thermomechanical analysis. It is used to measure the relative dimensional changes of materials and construction materials.

Technical specifications

Temperature range
  • -200 °C to +500 °C
  • room temperature up to +1500 °C
Material types
  • solid
Sample dimensions (max.) 
  • 8 mm x 8 mm x 25 mm (W x H x L)
  • 8 mm x 25 mm (Ø x L)


Simulation data/test facility measurement technology

Applicable standards 
  • DIN EN ISO 11359-1
  • DIN EN ISO 11359-2
Measurement parameters
  • coefficient of thermal expansion
  • glass transition temperature

 

 

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