Center for Materials and Sensor Characterization

TA Instruments Q800 Dynamic Mechanical Analyzer

dmaThe DMA is used to measure properties such as stiffness modulus and energy dissipation of composites, thin films and elastomers, tan delta, glass transition temperatures and secondary transitions. The available modes of operation include Isostrain, Multi-frequency mode, Creep/stress relaxation, Controlled force/strain and Multi-stress/strain mode. The accessories available include

  • Thin film tension clamps: Ideal for films, fibers and low modulus materials. A spring loaded grip insures constant contact with the sample
  • Single/dual cantilever bending clamps: Ideal for general-purpose mode for evaluating thermoplastics and highly damped materials, the samples is clamped at both ends.

Technical Specifications

Force Range

0.0001 N to 18 N (0.00001 N resolution)

Tan delta Resolution

0.00001

Modulus Range

103 to 3*1012 Pa

Frequency Range

0.01 to 200 Hz

Dynamic Sample Deformation Range

0.5 to 10000 µm

Heating Rate

0.1 to 20 °C/min

Cooling Rate

0.1 to 10 °C/min

Isothermal Stability

+/- 0.1°C

Last Updated: 6/27/22