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Multiple Module Calorimeter - Synergy of Proven Methods
Scientists and engineers generally recognize that more product and process information can be obtained by multiple analytical methods rather than using a single technique. Different signals can be recorded, and superimposed sample effects can often be much better explained. The technique has to be reliable, fast and easy to use in everyday operations.
The NETZSCH Multiple Module Calorimeter Multiple Module Calorimeter (MMC)A multiple mode calorimeter device consisting of a base unit and exchangeable modules. One module is prepared for accelerating rate calorimetry (ARC), the ARC-Module. A second one is used for scanning tests (Scanning Module) and a third and fourth one is related to battery and polymer, pharmaceztical testing for coin cells (Coin Cell Module).MMC 315 Nexus® is an instrument which can be operated with different modules for the investigation of energetic materials and batteries (coin cells). It can be used in commercial R&D, universities and research centers and in QC/QA for various industries. The Multiple Module Calorimeter (MMC)A multiple mode calorimeter device consisting of a base unit and exchangeable modules. One module is prepared for accelerating rate calorimetry (ARC), the ARC-Module. A second one is used for scanning tests (Scanning Module) and a third and fourth one is related to battery and polymer, pharmaceztical testing for coin cells (Coin Cell Module).MMC is capable of the following on gram-size samples:
- Measurement of chemical reactions
- Measurement of phase changes
- Analysis of process safety
- Characterization of Coin Cell ModuleA calorimeter module being part of the Multiple Module Calorimeter (MMC) allowing for scanning and isothermal tests of complete coins of variable size. The DSC-like twin design gives a differential signal of the heat signature during a heating ramp or charging and discharging of batteries.coin cell batteries,
- Characterization of pharmaceuticals and polymers
This allows for organic/inorganic multiphase mixtures testing. For these tests, the Multiple Module Calorimeter (MMC)A multiple mode calorimeter device consisting of a base unit and exchangeable modules. One module is prepared for accelerating rate calorimetry (ARC), the ARC-Module. A second one is used for scanning tests (Scanning Module) and a third and fourth one is related to battery and polymer, pharmaceztical testing for coin cells (Coin Cell Module).MMC 315 Nexus® can be equipped with four different calorimeter modules: Accelerating Rate Calorimetry (ARC)The method describing isothermal and adiabatic test procedures used to detect thermally exothermic decomposition reactions.ARC®, Scanning and two Coin Cell ModuleA calorimeter module being part of the Multiple Module Calorimeter (MMC) allowing for scanning and isothermal tests of complete coins of variable size. The DSC-like twin design gives a differential signal of the heat signature during a heating ramp or charging and discharging of batteries.Coin Cell Modules.
Advantages and Key Features of the Multiple Module Calorimeter (MMC)A multiple mode calorimeter device consisting of a base unit and exchangeable modules. One module is prepared for accelerating rate calorimetry (ARC), the ARC-Module. A second one is used for scanning tests (Scanning Module) and a third and fourth one is related to battery and polymer, pharmaceztical testing for coin cells (Coin Cell Module).MMC 315 Nexus®
- Multiple testing modes in one instrument to cover a wide application range:
- Scanning mode (constant power, constant heating rate)
- IsothermalTests at controlled and constant temperature are called isothermal.Isothermal mode (including IsothermalTests at controlled and constant temperature are called isothermal.isothermal charging/discharging)
- AdiabaticAdiabatic describes a system or measurement mode without any heat exchange with the surroundings. This mode can be realized using a calorimeter device according to the method of accelerating rate calorimetry (ARC). The main purpose of such a device is to study scenarios and thermal runaway reactions. A short description of the adiabatic mode is “no heat in – no heat out”.Adiabatic mode with Heat-Wait-Search (HWS)Heat-Wait-Search is a measurement mode used in calorimeter devices according to accelerating rate calorimetry (ARC).Heat-Wait-Search for process safety tests
- Wide temperature range
- Wide pressure range
- Various sample containers of different materials and volumes
- Proteus® software for complete evaluation of thermoanalytical data in one plot
The MMC 315 Nexus® consists of two parts: the base unit with electronics and the interchangeable calorimeter modules for maximum flexibility.
The Multiple Module Calorimeter (MMC)A multiple mode calorimeter device consisting of a base unit and exchangeable modules. One module is prepared for accelerating rate calorimetry (ARC), the ARC-Module. A second one is used for scanning tests (Scanning Module) and a third and fourth one is related to battery and polymer, pharmaceztical testing for coin cells (Coin Cell Module).Multiple Module Calorimeter (MMC) is a highly sensitive technique used to measure small heat effects in materials. It operates using several independent calorimeter modules, which can work simultaneously or separately, depending on the experimental needs. When a sample is placed in one of the modules, it is subjected to a controlled temperature program, and highly sensitive sensors detect the heat flow in and out of the sample. This allows for precise detection of even minute changes in thermal energy, making the MMC particularly useful for studying small-scale thermal events such as Phase TransitionsThe term phase transition (or phase change) is most commonly used to describe transitions between the solid, liquid and gaseous states.phase transitions, chemical reactions, or material degradation. The modular setup offers flexibility, enabling the investigation of various materials or conditions in parallel, making it ideal for materials science and chemistry applications.
Specifications
All modules at a glance
- Accelerating Rate Calorimetry (ARC)The method describing isothermal and adiabatic test procedures used to detect thermally exothermic decomposition reactions.ARC® Module – Process Safety
The amount of energy released by a given chemical reaction has to be known in order to allow for safe and reliable processes. With the Accelerating Rate Calorimetry (ARC)The method describing isothermal and adiabatic test procedures used to detect thermally exothermic decomposition reactions.ARC® (Accelerating Rate Calorimetry (ARC)The method describing isothermal and adiabatic test procedures used to detect thermally exothermic decomposition reactions.Accelerating Rate Calorimetry) Module, the Worst-Case ScenarioRelated to a chemical reactor, a worst-case scenario is the situation where temperature and/or pressure production caused by the reaction runs out of control.worst case scenario can be studied at elevated temperatures without any heat loss to the environment. Accelerating Rate Calorimetry (ARC)The method describing isothermal and adiabatic test procedures used to detect thermally exothermic decomposition reactions.ARC® systems in accordance with ASTM E1981 have been widely used for decades to simulate the behavior of actual large-scale reactors. However, these instruments have a large footprint. In contrast, the MMC 315 Nexus® with Accelerating Rate Calorimetry (ARC)The method describing isothermal and adiabatic test procedures used to detect thermally exothermic decomposition reactions.ARC® Module has a space-saving table-top design.
- Heat-Wait-Search (HWS)Heat-Wait-Search is a measurement mode used in calorimeter devices according to accelerating rate calorimetry (ARC).Heat-Wait-Search tests for Thermal runawayA thermal runaway is the situation where a chemical reactor is out of control with respect to temperature and/or pressure production caused by the chemical reaction itself. Simulation of a thermal runaway is usually carried out using a calorimeter device according to accelerated rate calorimetry (ARC).thermal runaway reactions
- Ramp mode for fast screening of unknown samples
- Pressure measurements
- Scanning ModuleA calorimeter module being part of the Multipe Module Calorimeter (MMC) allowing for scanning test of a sample. This procedure can serve as a screening test in order to detect a thermal hazard potential within a reasonably short measurement time.Scanning Module – Screening of High Reaction Enthalpies
The Scanning ModuleA calorimeter module being part of the Multipe Module Calorimeter (MMC) allowing for scanning test of a sample. This procedure can serve as a screening test in order to detect a thermal hazard potential within a reasonably short measurement time.Scanning Module is the choice for more sophisticated applications. It can be used to analyze exo- and endothermal reactions with high energies. The module can be used for both solids and liquids.
- Scanning mode as with DSC via constant heating rate or constant power
- IsothermalTests at controlled and constant temperature are called isothermal.Isothermal mode as with DSC
- Pressure measurement
- Injection of liquid samples during the measurement
- Two Coin Cell ModuleA calorimeter module being part of the Multiple Module Calorimeter (MMC) allowing for scanning and isothermal tests of complete coins of variable size. The DSC-like twin design gives a differential signal of the heat signature during a heating ramp or charging and discharging of batteries.Coin Cell Modules – For Battery, Polymer and Life Science Testing
The High Temperature and High Sensitivity Coin Cell ModuleA calorimeter module being part of the Multiple Module Calorimeter (MMC) allowing for scanning and isothermal tests of complete coins of variable size. The DSC-like twin design gives a differential signal of the heat signature during a heating ramp or charging and discharging of batteries.Coin Cell Modules are specifically dedicated to studies using a standard Coin Cell ModuleA calorimeter module being part of the Multiple Module Calorimeter (MMC) allowing for scanning and isothermal tests of complete coins of variable size. The DSC-like twin design gives a differential signal of the heat signature during a heating ramp or charging and discharging of batteries.coin cell as sample container. When testing batteries, data generated from the MMC test is merged with data generated from the cycler/ analyzer, allowing for battery and thermal data to be plotted on the same axis. When filled with pharmaceuticals or polymers, the Coin Cell ModuleA calorimeter module being part of the Multiple Module Calorimeter (MMC) allowing for scanning and isothermal tests of complete coins of variable size. The DSC-like twin design gives a differential signal of the heat signature during a heating ramp or charging and discharging of batteries.coin cell container can also serve as a high-volume, DSC-like crucible.
The ARC® Module
| Key Technical Data for the ARC® Module | |
| Temperature range | RT to 500°C |
| Temperature readability | 0.01 K |
| Heating rate | 0 to 5 K/min 0 to 2 K/min with VariPhi |
| Heating Modes | IsothermalTests at controlled and constant temperature are called isothermal.Isothermal, constant heating rate, constant power |
| Pressure limit | 150 bar |
| Pressure readability | 0.01 bar |
| Sample container volume | 0.1 to 8.5 ml |
| Container | Stainless steel, Inconel, Hastelloy, glass inlet |
| Tracking rate | Up to 50 K/min |
| Key Technical Data for the Scanning ModuleA calorimeter module being part of the Multipe Module Calorimeter (MMC) allowing for scanning test of a sample. This procedure can serve as a screening test in order to detect a thermal hazard potential within a reasonably short measurement time.Scanning Module | |
| Temperature range | RT to 500°C |
| Temperature readability | 0.01 K |
| Heating rate | 0 to 5 K/min |
| Heating Modes | IsothermalTests at controlled and constant temperature are called isothermal.Isothermal, constant heating rate, constant power |
| Pressure limit | 150 bar |
| Pressure readability | 0.01 bar |
| Sample container volume | 2.6 ml |
| Container | Stainless steel, Inconel, Hastelloy, glass inlet |
| Tracking rate | Up to 50 K/min |
The Coin Cell ModuleA calorimeter module being part of the Multiple Module Calorimeter (MMC) allowing for scanning and isothermal tests of complete coins of variable size. The DSC-like twin design gives a differential signal of the heat signature during a heating ramp or charging and discharging of batteries.Coin Cell Modules (High Temperature and High Sensitivity)
IsothermalTests at controlled and constant temperature are called isothermal.Isothermal and constant heating rate
| Technical Data | High-Temperature Sensor | High-Sensitivity Sensor |
| Temperature range | RT to 300°C | RT to 200°C |
| Temperature readability | 0.01 K | 0.01 K |
| Detection limit | 0.1 mW | 0.05 mW |
| Range | ± 4500 mW | ± 350 mW |
| Heating rate | 0 to 2 K/min | 0 to 2 K/min |
| Heating Modes | Isotherm, constant heating rate | |
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ARC® Module – Key Features
Process Safety - Heat-Wait-Search (HWS)Heat-Wait-Search is a measurement mode used in calorimeter devices according to accelerating rate calorimetry (ARC).Heat-Wait-Search and Pressure Tests
A defined volume of a sample (ml scale) is placed in a tube-shaped container. The container is surrounded by a sophisticated heating system. Depending on the operating mode, the surroundings of the tube vessel are controlled to the same temperature as the sample. If there is no temperature difference between the surrounding heaters and the sample, then all the heat generated by the sample stays inside the sample.
- Chemical process safety
- Thermal runawayA thermal runaway is the situation where a chemical reactor is out of control with respect to temperature and/or pressure production caused by the chemical reaction itself. Simulation of a thermal runaway is usually carried out using a calorimeter device according to accelerated rate calorimetry (ARC).Thermal runaway (Heat-Wait-Search (HWS)Heat-Wait-Search is a measurement mode used in calorimeter devices according to accelerating rate calorimetry (ARC).Heat-Wait-Search)
- Storage and transport studies
- Energetic material testing
- Effect of autocatalysis and inhibitors under exaggerated conditions
Scanning Module – Key Features
Screening of High Reaction Enthalpies
Here, an additional heater is placed on the outside of the sample container. This allows for a defined power input and more accurate temperature control of the sample. The external heater is useful for running IsothermalTests at controlled and constant temperature are called isothermal.isothermal and constant temperature ramp tests, especially in those experiments where reaction energies are higher.
- Screening of high reaction enthalpies
- Sample screening
- Isothermal tests
- Constant temperature rate tests
- Constant power tests
Coin Cell Modules – Key Features
Characterization of batteries, polymers or pharmaceuticals
- No special preparation of the Coin Cell ModuleA calorimeter module being part of the Multiple Module Calorimeter (MMC) allowing for scanning and isothermal tests of complete coins of variable size. The DSC-like twin design gives a differential signal of the heat signature during a heating ramp or charging and discharging of batteries.coin cell battery sample is required
- Analysis of the behavior of a complete Coin Cell ModuleA calorimeter module being part of the Multiple Module Calorimeter (MMC) allowing for scanning and isothermal tests of complete coins of variable size. The DSC-like twin design gives a differential signal of the heat signature during a heating ramp or charging and discharging of batteries.coin cell instead of individual components
- Merging of heat generation data with battery data (current, voltage, power)
- Charging and discharching of the coin cell
- Simple interface to a cycler unit
- Can be used as Differential Scanning Calorimeter
- Better representation thanks to larger sample volume
- Enhanced sensitivity to detect subtle thermal transitions
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