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Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)

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SDT 2960 <strong>DSC</strong> Heat Flow Calibration<br />

•Two scans from ambient to 1500°C at 20 °C/min<br />

•empty alumina pans<br />

•sapphire in alumina sample pan<br />

•Use Thermal Solutions/Thermal Advantage NT<br />

Software to analyze<br />

•E-curve will be calculated and transferred to the<br />

module when the user accepts the results<br />

<strong>DSC</strong>: Instrument Preparation<br />

�Purge Gas<br />

�Type of purge gas and flow rate affect calibration and therefore<br />

should be controlled<br />

�Nitrogen is preferred because it is inert and calibration is least<br />

affected by changes in flow rate<br />

�Cooling Accessories<br />

�If used, they should be operating and equilibriated prior to<br />

calibration or sample runs<br />

�Warm-up Time/Environment<br />

�Electronics should be given at least one hour to stabilize for<br />

important samples if the instrument has been turned OFF<br />

�Electronics are effected by ambient temperature. Avoid areas such<br />

as hoods or near an air conditioner

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