TMA is the oldest thermal analysis technique. A probe is used to apply a precisely controlled force to a sample and deformation is accurately measured.
The technique is mostly used for determining CTE (co-efficient of thermal expansion) and softening temperature.
Important Note: TMA is likely to be discontinued during 2025.
Contact the Facility Manager for details.
Applications
- Thermal expansion (CTE) measurements
- Compression modulus
- Dynamic force & temperature option
- Bending mode
- Glass transition
- Solid state transitions
- Polymers, Composites
TA Instruments Q400 TMA
Temperature range -150 to 1000°C