Mathis TCi Thermal Conductivity Analyzer - Setaram

Fast, Accurate Testing0 to 100 W/mK in 5 secondsWide Temperature Range-50º to 200ºCMathis TCiThermal Conductivity AnalyzerEasy-to-UseNo calibration requiredNo Sample PreparationUnlimited sample sizesNon-DestructiveLeaves sample intactVersatileTests solids, liquids,powders and pastesHighly FlexibleDesigned for lab, QC, andat-line testing

Versatile.The Mathis TCi is truly a “one size fits all” thermalconductivity tool. No other instrument can test solids, liquids,powders, and pastes. Within a material type, the technologyhas the attributes necessary as a lab tool to accelerateyour research & development efforts or improve your qualitycontrol. As an added bonus, the technology can be migratedto the shop fl oor to gain insights into your productionprocesses.SolidsTaking Ceramics to New HeightsMathis technology has provided a breakthrough in thecharacterization of critical performance attributes of ceramicsused for aerospace applications. The main advantage forsolids applications is the simplicity of the sampleformat. The TCi eliminates technician time requiredfor sample preparation. The sample sizeflexibility allows the evaluation of actualproduct formats - avoiding the needfor mocking-up samples.Fluids That Take The Heat OffThe TCi is helping manufacturers improvethe heat transfer properties of advancednano-fi lled liquids. For engineered liquids, thewide range of operating temperatures makethe TCi an attractive solution. The low amountof heat introduced during testing minimizes theconvective errors typical in liquid testing. Labusers can opt to test through a bag, while processusers can measure directly in contact with thefl uid in a vessel.Keeping the Hottest Electronics CoolThe faster and smaller microprocessors become,the more heat they generate. Mathis technologyis providing vital insights into the development ofall materials that contribute to the overall thermalbudget, including thermal interface pastes. TheTCi allows testing with different amounts of heatpenetration. This feature results in a variable scaleof scrutiny to probe the material to ensure thehomogeneous distribution of vital fi llercomponents.LiquidsPastesPowdersFrom Explosives toPharmaceutical Excipients toInk TonersThe Mathis TCi is being used to safelytest the stability, degradation, and shelflife of explosives because it is the onlyinstrument capable of evaluating thethermal conductivity of powders. Samplevolumes are as small as 1 tsp, whichis critical to a rapidly growing clientbase in pharmaceutical manufacturing,where active ingredients are expensiveand available in low quantities. Mathistechnology is migratable to manufacturingenvironments as a cost-effective way tomonitor powder processes.www.MathisInstruments.com

Simple.The third generation of Mathis technology expands the capabilities of this rapid, non-destructive thermal conductivity and effusivitytesting instrument to a whole new level. Designed to provide simple, highly accurate thermal characterization for lab, quality controland production environments, the Mathis TCi Thermal Property Analyzer requires no calibration or sample preparation. The system hasbroad testing capabilities (0.0 to 100 W/mK)in a wide range of temperatures(–50˚ to 200˚C).The TCi can be equipped with one ortwo sensors for increased capacity, andprovides accurate thermal analysis ofsolids, liquids, powders and pastes in lesstime than any other instrument – only5 seconds. And because the procedure isnon-destructive, samples remain intact,undisturbed and reusable after testing.Principles of OperationThe Mathis TCi is based on the modified transient plane source technique. Ituses a one-sided, interfacial, heat reflectance sensor that applies a momentary,constant heat source to the sample.Both thermal conductivity and effusivity are measured directly and rapidly,providing a detailed overview of the thermal characteristics of the sample material.How It WorksSample material can be a solid, liquid, paste orpowder.A known current is applied to the sensor’sheating element providing a small amount ofheat.The heat provided results in a rise intemperature at the interface between the sensorand the sample - typically less than 2º C.The thermo-physical properties of the samplematerial are inversely proportional to the rate ofincrease in the sensor voltage.The more thermally insulative the material is - thesteeper the voltage rise.Results are displayed on the system’s laptopcomputer in real-time.This temperature rise at the interface inducesa change in the voltage drop of the sensorelement.The rate of increase in the sensor voltageis used to determine the thermo-physicalproperties of the sample material.www.MathisInstruments.com

Fast.Fast Test Preparation – No Calibration or Sample Prep Required: A key advantage of the Mathis TCi is the factthat it does not require time consuming calibration or sample preparation. The instrument comes fully calibratedfrom the factory. The auto-test function even allows hands-free testing at pre-determined intervals.Rapid Testing – 0 to 100 W/mK in 5 Seconds: The Mathis TCi helps you accelerate your research or qualitycontrol processes. Test times range from only 0.8 to 5 seconds – start to finish. Capable of highly accurate,repeatable testing, it is a versatile addition to your material characterization tools.Add a Second Sensor for Increased Testing Capacity: The TCi can be equipped with a second sensor,allowing you to double your throughput. With its rapid testing capabilities, and two sensors, the Mathis TCiprovides real-time thermal characterization for a wide range of materials.Superior to Other Test Methods 1 :Mathis TCi(Modified TransientPlane Source)Traditional GuardedHot PlateTransient PlaneSourceLaserFlashDiffusivitySpeed & FlexibilitySample Preparation None Required Extensive Some ExtensiveTesting Time Seconds Hours Minutes Seconds*Training Time Minimal Moderate Significant ExtensiveNon-Destructive Yes No No NoIntegrated, DownloadableTest Results DatabaseYes No No NoRangek-Range (W/mK) 0 – 100 0 – 20 – 100(100 – 500 requires Cp)0 – 500Temperature Range (ºF)(ºC)Sample Configuration-58º to 392ºF-50º to 200ºC-4º to 392ºF-20º to 200ºCMinimum 0.67" diameter (17mm) 6" x 6" (150 x 150mm)MaximumMaterial TestingCapabilitiesUnlimitedSolids, Liquids,Powders, Pastes24" x 24"(600 x 600mm)-148º to 2552ºF-100º to 1400ºCTwo Identical Samples1" x 1" (25 x 25mm)Two Identical SamplesUnlimited-148º to 3627ºF-100º to 2000ºC0.5" diameter (12.4mm)0.004" thick (1mm)0.5" diameter (12.4mm)0.004" thick (1mm)Solids Solids, Liquids SolidsPricing $ $ $ $ $ $$ $ $$ $ $1 Based on publicly available information and feedback from users.www.MathisInstruments.com* Calculation of thermal conductivity from Laser Flash Diffusivity Measurement requires heat capacity (C P) from Differential Scanning Calorimeter (DSC).

Proven.For over a decade, Mathis Instruments has been pioneering the way many of the world’s most prominent manufacturers, researchfacilities, and academic institutions test and measure thermal properties of solids, liquids, powders and pastes. The technologybehind the Mathis TCi represents a paradigm shift in thermal conductivity measurement and earned Mathis the R&D 100 Award.This coveted international award is given to the top 100 innovations worldwide, and puts Mathis in thedistinguished company of other winners, including the ATM, Polaroid film, and anti-lock brakes.Since its launch, Mathis’ unique technology has evolved to new levels of accuracy, speed, and flexibility.Today, it is being used around the globe for R&D, quality control, and on-line production monitoring toensure specifi cations compliance in a wide range of industries.Companies and Organizations using Mathis Technology:WINNER• IBM• Whirlpool• Pioneer• General Electric• Avery• 3M• Philip Morris• Astra Zeneca• Patheon• Wyeth• Corning• Engelhard• Stowe Woodward• Dow Corning• Exxon Mobil• Hewlett PackardMathis TCi SpecificationsThermal Conductivity Range0 to 100 W/mKTest Time0.8 to 5 secondsMinimum Sample Testing Size0.67" (17mm) diameterMaximum Sample Testing SizeUnlimitedMinimum ThicknessNominally 0.02" (0.5mm), dependent on thermal conductivity of materialMaximum ThicknessUnlimitedTemperature Range-58º to 392ºF (-50º to 200ºC)Precision Better than 1%Accuracy Better than 5%Extra Hook-Ups RequiredNoneSoftwareIntuitive Windows ® -based software interfaceEasy export to Microsoft Excel ®Additional functionality offers indirect, user-input capabilities for a number of other thermo-physical propertiesincluding:• Thermal Diffusivity• Heat Capacity• DensityInput Power110-230 VAC 50-60 HzCertifi cationsFCC, CE, CSAFor more information about the Mathis TCi Thermal Conductivity Analyzer, please contact:Setaram Instrumentation Setaram Inc.7, rue de l’Oratoire 7905 Browning Rd, Suite 20669300 Caluire – France Pennsauken NJ 08109-4323 - USAPhone: +33(0)4 72 10 25 25 Phone: 1-856-910-9990sales@setaram.comwww.setaram.comMathis Instruments Ltd.North America: 1-877-827-7623Worldwide: 1-506-457-1515Info@MathisInstruments.comwww.MathisInstruments.com