Material Characterization: Focus on Thermal Conductivity

Dive into the world of thermal conductivity in our exclusive two-part webinar series!

Thermal conductivity is a key thermophysical property that describes how efficiently heat is transferred through a material. It plays a critical role in the development, optimization, and application of a wide range of materials - from high-performance ceramics and metals to composites.

A thorough understanding of thermal conductivity is essential across many fields, including materials science, engineering, and physics. It significantly influences the thermal behavior of components, especially under changing temperatures or extreme conditions.

In this webinar series, you will learn about the latest technologies, measurement techniques, and analysis methods for determining thermal conductivity - presented by our expert Dorothea Stobitzer. Gain valuable insights into practical solutions and current developments from both research and industry.

Register now and deepen your knowledge of thermal conductivity! Our expert will be available for questions and discussions during the webinars. Don’t miss this opportunity!

Part 1: Unlocking Precision – Thermal Conductivity Analysis of Conductive Materials

Wednesday, May 14^th, 2025 | 3 - 4 p.m. CEST / 9 - 10 a.m. EDT

Join Dorothea Stobitzer, Applications Scientist at NETZSCH, for the first session of our webinar series dedicated to high-performance thermal conductivity testing. With a special focus on conductive materials, Dorothea will showcase the versatile NETZSCH instrument portfolio tailored to deliver accurate and reliable thermal conductivity data.

Discover how our advanced analyzers – including LFA (Laser Flash Analysis and GHFM (Guarded Heat Flow Meter) – empower industries to understand and optimize the thermal behavior of metals, composites, and other high-conductivity materials.

Whether you're developing next-gen electronics, optimizing heat dissipation in power devices, or validating high-temperature performance, this session will give you the tools to succeed.

Learn from various measurement examples which instruments are ideal for your specific applications and how they can help to improve your research results.

Part 2: Mastering Thermal Insulation – Thermal Conductivity Analysis of Low-Conductivity Materials

Thursday, May 22^th, 2025 | 3 - 4 p.m. CEST / 9 - 10 a.m. EDT

In the second session of our webinar series on advanced thermal conductivity testing, Dorothea Stobitzer, Applications Scientist at NETZSCH, will focus on the accurate thermal characterization of insulating materials.

This session highlights NETZSCH solutions for analyzing materials with low thermal conductivity using HFM (Heat Flow Meter) and GHP (Guarded Hot Plate) methods – both ideal for evaluating insulation products in applications ranging from building envelopes to high-performance thermal barriers.

Learn how precise measurement of thermal conductivity can support energy efficiency, optimize material design, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Through practical measurement examples, you’ll gain insights into selecting the right method for your specific materials and learn how to improve the reliability and impact of your research results.