Description
The DMA (Dynamic Mechanical Analyzer) 850 is a new instrument funded by the UW Student Technology Fee. It is operational and open to trained users.
Location
Bagley 83
Specifications
| Max Force | 18 N |
| Min Force | 0.0001 N |
| Force Resolution | 0.00001 N |
| Frequency Range | 0.001 to 200 Hz |
| Strain Resolution | ± 0.005 to 10,000 µM |
| Modulus Range | 103 to 3x1012 Pa |
| Modulus Precision | ± 1% |
| Tan δ Sensitivity | 0.0001 |
| Tan δ Resolution | 0.00001 |
| Temperature Range* | -160 to 600°C |
*The DMA 850 is equipped with a nitrogen purge cooler allowing for temperatures as low as -160°C.
The DMA 850 has 4 clamps available for use:
- Dual Cantilever
- Single Cantilever
- Tension
- Compression