Instrument: TA DMA850
Manufacturer: TA Instruments
General Description: The TA Instruments DMA 850 is a Dynamic Mechanical Analyzer that measures material stiffness and damping properties under controlled temperature conditions. The instrument applies precise mechanical deformations using a non-contact motor and frictionless air bearing system. Temperature control ranges from cryogenic to elevated conditions via furnace with cooling accessories or a humidity-controlled chamber. Interchangeable clamps accommodate various sample geometries for bending, tension, compression, and shear testing. Automated controls adjust parameters as material properties evolve during experiments. The TRIOS software manages experiment design, data collection, and analysis. The system is well-suited for characterizing polymers, composites, elastomers, and other viscoelastic materials.