C-Therm Trident: 4 methods for measuring Thermal Conductivity

Trident MTPS, TPS and TLS sensors | Photo: C-Therm

Trident TPS fixture | Photo: C-Therm

Trident MTPS sensor | Photo: C-Therm

High Pressure Cell | Photo: C-Therm

Trident TPS fixture | Photo: C-Therm

Trident MTPS sensor | Photo: C-Therm

Working with Trident | Photo: C-Therm

Trident MTPS, TPS and TLS | Photo: C-Therm

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Trident TPS fixture | Photo: C-Therm

Trident TLS sensor | Photo: C-Therm

Trident TPS sensor | Photo: C-Therm

Trident CTA | Photo: C-Therm

Trident CTA | Photo: C-Therm

Simplifying thermal conductivity testing for the materials of tomorrow.

Thermal conductivity instrumentation for test and measurement

C-Therm is the world leader in thermal conductivity instrumentation for test and measurement of polymers, ceramics, composites, insulation, textiles, and a wide range of other materials.

Shortest test times, highest precision

C-Therm is a pioneer in developing thermal conductivity instruments that deliver the shortest test times and highest precision across a broad range of applications. Our patented Modified Transient Plane Source (MTPS) technology conforms to ASTM D7984 and is used around the globe for R&D, quality control, and on-line production monitoring in a wide range of industries.

Trident Thermal Conductivity Instrument

The Trident Thermal Conductivity Instrument is the most versatile testing platform, with multiple configurations for measuring solids, liquids, powders, or pastes. Choose from easy plug-and-play operation with the MTPS sensor, to more advanced options for complex testing and greater control with TPS testing.

Trident offers four different options for measuring thermal conductivity:

1. The Modified Transient Plane Source (MTPS) technique offers a single-sided sensor to test the thermal conductivity of a broad range of solids, liquids, powders, and pastes within 1 to 3 seconds.
2. The Transient Plane Source (TPS) method employs a double-sided sensor to test polymers, compacted geological samples, metals, concrete, and asphalt.
3. The Transient Line Source (TLS) method applies an electrically-heated needle into the material. The TLS method is ideal for polymer melts, semi-solids, and soil.
4. Recently launched: The Transient Hot Wire (THW) technique operates in accordance with ASTM D7896-19. Commonly used in the automotive industry for coolants and other fluids, the THW method involves passing a current through the thin platinum wire, causing an increase in temperature. This temperature change is calibrated to the voltage and measured by the thermocouples on the sensor. The thermal conductivity is measured as it is inversely proportional to the increase in temperature, regarding logarithmic time.

To get fully introduced to C-Therm and its capabilities you can schedule a remote meeting at a moment of your convenience with an engineering specialist to get introduced and to discuss your needs by contacting us.

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