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The Most Versatile DMA in the World

The new DMA 242 E Artemis combines ease of handling with the user-friendly Proteus^® measurement and evaluation software. This makes it fast and easy to characterize the dynamic mechanical properties as a function of frequency, temperature and time.

Its modular design along with a wide variety of sample holders and cooling systems allow the DMA 242 E Artemis to handle a broad range of applications and samples.

Various add-on options make it the ideal device for any laboratory and a safe investment for the long-term.

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DMA 242 E by NETZSCH, a dynamic mechanical analyzer featuring a user-friendly interface and precise measurement capabilities.

Hang-down design
for easy accessibility, handling and changing of the different sample holders

Over 30 different sample holders
for optimal adjustment of measurement conditions to material properties

Controlled gas flow (inert or oxidizing)
with optimal heat transfer on samples for defined measurement conditions

Various cooling options.
Three different cooling systems; liquid nitrogen-controlled cooling to -170°C, intracooler AIC 80 for measurements below room temperature to -70°C and compressed-air cooling to 0°C with vortex tube

Controlled force range up to 24 N
(12 N static and 12 N dynamic) for measurements of very stiff samples. Increased resolution in the measuring range 4 N static and 4 N dynamic

A stepper motor with a 20-mm travel range
allows for precise testing on materials which exhibit substantial changes in length during a DMA measurement. This is particularly important for the different static experiments available with the DMA 242 E Artemis; i.e., 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, 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 and TMA mode.

DMA 242 E by Netzsch, a dynamic mechanical analyzer, features a user-friendly interface and precision measurement capabilities.

Technical Data

Temperature range

-170°C to 600°C

Heating rate

0.01 to 20 K/min

Frequency range

0.01 to 100 Hz

DMA 242 E instrument by NETZSCH, designed for dynamic mechanical analysis, featuring a user-friendly control panel.

High force range:
24 N (12 N static and 12 N dynamic)

High resolution force range:
8 N (4 N static and 4 N dynamic)

Controlled 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 amplitude:
± 240 μm

Static deformation:
Up to 20 mm

Modulus range:
10^-3 to 10⁶ MPa

Damping range (tanδ):
0.005 to 100

The DMA 242 E Artemis runs under Proteus^® Software on Windows®. The Proteus^® Software includes everything you need to carry out a measurement and evaluate the resulting data. Through the combination of easy-to-understand menus and automated routines, a tool has been created that is extremely user-friendly and, at the same time, allows sophisticated analysis. The Proteus^® Software is licensed with the instrument and can of course be installed on other computer systems.

DMA features:

Logarithmic or linear scaling of the results (e.g. storage modulus, Viscous modulusThe complex modulus (viscous component), loss modulus, or G’’, is the “imaginary” part of the samples the overall complex modulus. This viscous component indicates the liquid like, or out of phase, response of the sample being measurement. loss modulus, damping factor, resilience, length change) in up to 4 Y axes
Display of the measurement parameters (e.g. force, displacement, amplitude, offset) as a function of time, temperature and frequency.
Definition of values on every data plot
Length-change curve with evaluation of the 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.coefficient of linear thermal expansion
Superposition (master curve) in accordance with the Williams-Landel-Ferry-equation
Activation energy in accordance with Arrhenius analysis
Cole-Cole diagram
Force-displacement or stress-strain diagram
Tension-expansion diagram for 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/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 sweeps (optional)

You can use the following software with this product

Proteus^® for Thermal Analyzers

Sample Holders for Any Application

From liquids to highly-filled thermosets to metals and ceramics — all such materials can be measured with the DMA 242 E Artemis.
Accurate results require optimal adaptation of the test conditions to the materials and applications. That is why NETZSCH has developed a wide range of sample holders, accessories and measurement modes.

Graph illustrating the Refractoriness Under Load (RUL) test for fireclay brick, showing expansion percentages at varying temperatures.

Precision metal tool with adjustable components and a green leveling guide, ideal for engineering and technical applications.

Precision leveling tool with six mounting posts and a built-in spirit level, designed for accurate alignment and setup.

Precision metal component with multiple connectors and a flexible yellow ribbon cable, ideal for custom engineering projects.

NETZSCH AIC 80 air intracooler with flexible hose, designed for efficient cooling in industrial applications. — AIC 80 air intracooler

Humidity Generator

The humidity generator add-on serves to investigate the water uptake of cured samples or other organics. With the humidity generator, it is possible to create relative humidity values of between 5% and 90% in the temperature range from RT to 70°C.

UV Lamp

The DMA 242 E Artemis supports the OmniCure^® S2000 UV lamp for studying light-induced reactions such as the UV Curing (Crosslinking Reactions)Literally translated, the term “crosslinking“ means “cross networking”. In the chemical context, it is used for reactions in which molecules are linked together by introducing covalent bonds and forming three-dimensional networks.curing of adhesives, inks or paints.

Cooling Options

Three different cooling systems; liquid nitrogen-controlled cooling to -170°C, air intracooler AIC 80 for measurements below room temperature to -70°C and compressed-air cooling to 0°C with vortex tube