Material Analysis Available
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Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) Analysis ASTM D4591 3 sample minimum
Melt temperature, crystallization temperature, and enthalpy values
Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA) 3 sample minimum
Polymer heat stability over a broad temperature range
Thermomechanical Analyzer (TMA) 3 sample minimum
Linear coefficient of thermal expansion
Melt Flow Plastometer ASTM D1238 3 sample minimum
Determines melt flow and thermal stability
Permeation Testing I 3 sample minimum
Determines weight loss and change in mechanical properties upon chemical exposure
Permeation Testing II 2 sample minimum
Permeation rate for a solvent and polymer at elevated temperature
Permeation Testing III 2 sample minimum
Permeation rate by ASTM standard for a solvent and polymer at elevated temperature
Tensile Testing at Room Temperature ASTM D1708 5 sample minimum
Modulus, tensile strength and elongation at room temperature
Tensile Testing at Elevated Temperature 5 sample minimum
Modulus, tensile strength and elongation at elevated temperature
Soxlet Extraction 3 sample minimum
Amount of soluble material present in sample including low molecular weight polymer
Coating Adhesive Strength 5 sample minimum
Determines the bond strength of the coating to the metal substrate
Optical Microscopy 5 micrographs
Surface defects and anomalies
Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) 5 micrographs
Surface defects and anomalies
Energy Dispersive X-ray Analysis (EDAX)
Determine elements present in a specific sample or sample region
Mass Spectroscopy
Chemical identification of polymer additives including stabilizers, nucleation agents, etc.
Polymer Identification
Formulation Identification
Consultation and New Formulation Design also available