TMA 512 Hyperion® Supreme
Thermomechanical Analyzer - Vertical Dilatometer
Highlights
The TMA 512 Hyperion® Supreme - Detecting Even the Slightest Dimensional Changes for Ultimate Material Insights
Nanometer-Level Precision with Advanced LVDT Technology
The heart of the TMA 512 Hyperion® is a highly sensitive LVDT sensor that can measure length changes down to the nanometer scale. It boasts an impressive digital resolution of 0.125 nm. This ensures ultra-precise detection of dimensional changes, providing exceptional results for your thermal analysis needs.
Measurement Status Always in View with Innovative Display and LED Status Bar
The LED status bar on the device clearly displays information about the current measurement, even from a distance. The user-friendly touchscreen display allows for easy control and real-time monitoring. It is seamlessly integrated into our Proteus® software, which enables quick setup and management of measurements.
Flexible Temperature and Atmosphere Control in a Vacuum-Tight TMA System
Interchangeable furnaces support a wide temperature range. In the Select version, this spans from -70 °C to 1500 °C (optionally 1600 °C). In addition, various gas atmospheres can be generated. The model with two furnaces allows quick changeover for different test requirements.
Force Modulation
Digitally programmable force or displacement control up to 3 N with linear or stepwise force alteration and continuous force modulation for determining visco-elastic properties like RelaxationWhen a constant strain is applied to a rubber compound, the force necessary to maintain that strain is not constant but decreases with time; this behavior is known as stress relaxation. The process responsible for stress relaxation can be physical or chemical, and under normal conditions, both will occur at the same time. relaxation, CreepCreep describes a time and temperature dependent plastic deformation under a constant force. When a constant force is applied to a rubber compound, the initial deformation obtained due to the application of the force is not fixed. The deformation will increase with time.creep and StressStress is defined as a level of force applied on a sample with a well-defined cross section. (Stress = force/area). Samples having a circular or rectangular cross section can be compressed or stretched. Elastic materials like rubber can be stretched up to 5 to 10 times their original length.stress/StrainStrain describes a deformation of a material, which is loaded mechanically by an external force or stress. Rubber compounds show creep properties, if a static load is applied.strain.
Hydrogen Research
Measurements in up to 100% hydrogen atmosphere with maximum safety.
Seamless Instrument Compatibility
Furnaces for the TMA 512 Hyperion® are fully compatible with other NETZSCH thermal analysers, such as the STA 509 Jupiter® and DSC 500 Pegasus®, enabling versatile laboratory integration.
Instant Information at a Glance
The TMA 512 Hyperion®'s LED status bar provides effortless information, with different colors indicating instrument status. The integrated touch display allows for simple, uninterrupted control over measurements, allowing users to adjust settings with ease.
Providing real-World Conditions for TMA Measurements
Experience the accurate and reliable simulation of environmental influences that will optimize your material analysis like never before. Advanced furnaces and humidity control systems, which are designed to precisely simulate real-world humidity and temperature conditions are available for the TMA 512 Hyperion® Supreme.
Water-Vapor Furnace: It operates from room temperature up to 1250°C and seamlessly connects to the humidity or steam generator. This enables precise control of water vapor for high-temperature testing.
Copper furnace: Ideal for temperatures between -150°C and 500°C. It supports in-situ drying and controlled humidity environments from 0°C to 100°C. For your convenience, a humidity calculator is integrated into the TMA Proteus® software.
Introducing H₂Secure! The Ultimate Safety Solution for Hydrogen Testing
NETZSCH's innovative H₂Secure concept for the TMA 512 Hyperion® provides a comprehensive, secure, and adaptable solution for testing materials in environments with changing hydrogen concentrations. With its robust, integrated safety protocol, H₂Secure enables you to perform complex OxidationOxidation can describe different processes in the context of thermal analysis.oxidation-reduction cycles with confidence and gain precise insights into reaction kinetics and material behavior without compromising safety. Experience cutting-edge performance and peace of mind with NETZSCH’s trusted hydrogen testing technology.
Our Quality Promise:
NETZSCH’s Unlimited Warranty
At NETZSCH, our commitment to quality goes beyond the instruments themselves. We understand that your investment in advanced technology is a long-term one, and and that’s why we offer something truly unique – our Unlimited Warranty.
Method
The Method for Determination of Dimensional Changes
Thermomechanical analysis (TMA) is a technique for determining the dimensional changes in solids, liquids or pasty materials as a function of temperature and/or time under a defined mechanical force (DIN 51005, ASTM E 831, ASTM D696, ASTM D3386, ISO 11359 – Parts 1 to 3). Itis closely related to dilatometry, which determines the length change of specimens under negligible load (DIN 51045).
TMA applies a defined force and supports different measurement modes like compression, tension, or bending, to provide detailed insights into material behavior. TMA detects thermal expansion and transitions, such as phase changes, softening, and SinteringSintering is a production process for forming a mechanically strong body out of a ceramic or metallic powder. sintering. TMA is widely applied in research, development, and quality control and is essential for analyzing plastics, elastomers, composites, adhesives, films, fibers, ceramics, glass, and metals. It helps engineers optimize performance and ensure product reliability.
Specifications
| Temperature range | -150°C to 1600°C |
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| Sample dimensions | Sample length max.: 30 mm
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| Heating/cooling rate | 0.001 K/min to 50 K/min |
| force range (load at the sample) | 10 mN … 4 N (valid for compressive and tensile force depending on the sample holder) |
| heating / Cooling Rate | 0.001 K/min to 50 K/min |
| gas flow control | 1-fold MFC or optional 3-way/4-way MFC |
| force and displacement | simultaneous measurement of force and displacement signal |
| force resolution | < 0.01 mN |
Accessories and more:
Use our interchangeable sample holders to adapt your testing to any material or sample geometry. We offer perfect solutions for expansion, penetration, tensile, and 3-point bending measurements. Accessories made from fused silica can withstand temperatures up to 1100°C, and durable alumina options can withstand temperatures up to 1600°C. Experience the flexibility, precision, and durability that are tailored to your unique application needs.
Our sample containers allow you to study the expansion behavior of powders, pastes, liquids, and metals up to their Melting Temperatures and EnthalpiesThe enthalpy of fusion of a substance, also known as latent heat, is a measure of the energy input, typically heat, which is necessary to convert a substance from solid to liquid state. The melting point of a substance is the temperature at which it changes state from solid (crystalline) to liquid (isotropic melt).melting point. We also offer accessories for conducting immersion swelling and salt melting tests.
The TMA 512 Hyperion® analyzers are designed with vacuum-tight connections for flawless measurements in ultra-high purity atmospheres or vacuum environments. The Select version comes with a built-in gas switch. An optional integrated mass flow controller (MFC) that can handle up to four different gases is available. This flexible system lets you effortlessly switch purge gases, adjust atmospheres, and fine-tune gas flow rates.
Proven Excellence in Service
At NETZSCH Analyzing & Testing, we offer a comprehensive range of services globally to ensure the optimal performance and longevity of your thermoanalytical equipment. With a track record of proven excellence, our services are designed to maximize the effectiveness of your devices, extend their lifespan, and minimize downtime.
Unlock the full potential of your equipment with our tailored solutions, backed by years of industry expertise and innovation.
Software
Proteus® - Best Practice for Measurement and Evaluation
The Proteus® TMA-Software is a state-of-the-art solution designed to meet all user needs with smooth operation, fast performance and highly reliable results. It combines a wide range of powerful features with a clear, easy-to-navigate interface, making it intuitive and easy to learn for both novice and experienced users.
Precision Force and Displacement Measurement with the TMA 512 Hyperion®
Experience unmatched control with the TMA 512 Hyperion®, which features an electromagnetic force system that delivers rapid, real-time adjustments and ultra-sensitive force detection with a resolution of less than 0.01 mN. Whether testing delicate fibers or robust materials, force can be applied and adjusted precisely via the intuitive software.
Advanced analysis of viscoelastic properties such as RelaxationWhen a constant strain is applied to a rubber compound, the force necessary to maintain that strain is not constant but decreases with time; this behavior is known as stress relaxation. The process responsible for stress relaxation can be physical or chemical, and under normal conditions, both will occur at the same time. relaxation, CreepCreep describes a time and temperature dependent plastic deformation under a constant force. When a constant force is applied to a rubber compound, the initial deformation obtained due to the application of the force is not fixed. The deformation will increase with time.creep, and StressStress is defined as a level of force applied on a sample with a well-defined cross section. (Stress = force/area). Samples having a circular or rectangular cross section can be compressed or stretched. Elastic materials like rubber can be stretched up to 5 to 10 times their original length.stress/StrainStrain describes a deformation of a material, which is loaded mechanically by an external force or stress. Rubber compounds show creep properties, if a static load is applied.strain is possible by simultaneously measuring displacement and force. This allows you to perform detailed StressStress is defined as a level of force applied on a sample with a well-defined cross section. (Stress = force/area). Samples having a circular or rectangular cross section can be compressed or stretched. Elastic materials like rubber can be stretched up to 5 to 10 times their original length.stress-RelaxationWhen a constant strain is applied to a rubber compound, the force necessary to maintain that strain is not constant but decreases with time; this behavior is known as stress relaxation. The process responsible for stress relaxation can be physical or chemical, and under normal conditions, both will occur at the same time. relaxation tests and reveal how materials respond over time under constant deformation, empowering you to optimize performance with confidence.
Further software features:
This program add-on allows determination of the density change of samples with varying consistency, i.e., solids, viscous materials such as pastes, liquids or melts as well as the volumetric expansion of isotropic materials.
Thec-DTA® signal gives the opportunity for simultaneous analysis of length changes and endothermal/ExothermicA sample transition or a reaction is exothermic if heat is generated.exothermal effects. It can also be used for temperature calibration.
AutoEvaluation by NETZSCH is the smart software that transforms thermoanalytical data analysis into a fast, effortless experience. Say goodbye to manual setups: AutoEvaluation independently interprets your measurement curves and delivers accurate results instantly. For polymer testing, it automatically identifies key transitions like Glass Transition TemperatureThe glass transition is one of the most important properties of amorphous and semi-crystalline materials, e.g., inorganic glasses, amorphous metals, polymers, pharmaceuticals and food ingredients, etc., and describes the temperature region where the mechanical properties of the materials change from hard and brittle to more soft, deformable or rubbery.glass transition and softening points with just one click.
NETZSCH's Identify software extension is a powerful tool for analyzing and interpreting dilatometry (DIL) measurements. It comes with extensive libraries containing hundreds of entries from various material categories. Users can also create their own custom libraries and share them across a network.
Take full control of your SinteringSintering is a production process for forming a mechanically strong body out of a ceramic or metallic powder. sintering process with Rate-Controlled Sintering (RCS)The properties of sintered products, such as density or particle size distribution, are determined by the sintering conditions (temperature, atmosphere, etc.) and especially by the sintering rates. RCS technology, which delivers precise, adaptive heating profiles that optimize microstructure and densification. Unlike traditional methods, Rate-Controlled Sintering (RCS)The properties of sintered products, such as density or particle size distribution, are determined by the sintering conditions (temperature, atmosphere, etc.) and especially by the sintering rates. RCS dynamically adjusts the furnace temperature to maintain your target SinteringSintering is a production process for forming a mechanically strong body out of a ceramic or metallic powder. sintering rate. It does so by stopping, starting, or modulating heating based on your material’s behavior. This smart control ensures superior results and provides valuable temperature data to fine-tune and enhance your production process. Experience smarter, faster SinteringSintering is a production process for forming a mechanically strong body out of a ceramic or metallic powder. sintering that’s perfectly tailored to your materials.
TMA's temperature modulation separates reversible effects (like Glass Transition TemperatureThe glass transition is one of the most important properties of amorphous and semi-crystalline materials, e.g., inorganic glasses, amorphous metals, polymers, pharmaceuticals and food ingredients, etc., and describes the temperature region where the mechanical properties of the materials change from hard and brittle to more soft, deformable or rubbery.glass transitions) from non-reversible processes (such as RelaxationWhen a constant strain is applied to a rubber compound, the force necessary to maintain that strain is not constant but decreases with time; this behavior is known as stress relaxation. The process responsible for stress relaxation can be physical or chemical, and under normal conditions, both will occur at the same time. relaxation or evaporation), enabling clearer material analysis. For SinteringSintering is a production process for forming a mechanically strong body out of a ceramic or metallic powder. sintering studies, it distinguishes shrinkage from expansion for accurate results. This method uses a combined linear and periodic temperature program to deliver detailed data on total and reversing/non-reversing dimensional changes (dL) and coefficients of thermal expansion (Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion (CLTE/CTE)The coefficient of linear thermal expansion (CLTE) describes the length change of a material as a function of the temperature.CTE), plus amplitude and phase.
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Analyze dimensional changes under real-world conditions, from humidity to high-temperature CreepCreep describes a time and temperature dependent plastic deformation under a constant force. When a constant force is applied to a rubber compound, the initial deformation obtained due to the application of the force is not fixed. The deformation will increase with time.creep, with precision and ease.
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