kruss DSA100 User Manual

Contents page 3
9.4 Restricted software options ............................................................................................................... 61
10 Multi-dosing unit DS3226-3228 ...................................................................................... 62
10.1 Initialising the syringe drives ............................................................................................................. 62
10.2 Inserting the syringes ........................................................................................................................... 63
10.3 Adjusting the dosing unit ................................................................................................................... 66
11 Environmental chambers TC30 and TC40 .................................................................... 68
11.1 Safety instructions ................................................................................................................................. 68
11.2 Temperature range and method of temperature control ...................................................... 68
11.3 Construction ............................................................................................................................................. 69
11.3.1 Front - controls ................................................................................................................................ 69
11.3.2 Rear - connectors ............................................................................................................................ 69
11.4 TC30/40: Mounting on the DSA100 ................................................................................................ 70
11.5 Connectors and connections ............................................................................................................. 70
11.5.1 Connecting the thermostat ......................................................................................................... 70
11.5.2 Condensation protection ............................................................................................................. 71
11.5.3 External temperature sensor ....................................................................................................... 72
11.5.4 Inert gas connector ........................................................................................................................ 72
11.5.5 TC40 only: Power supply / Communication .......................................................................... 73
11.6 Preparing the measurement .............................................................................................................. 74
11.6.1 Introducing the sample ................................................................................................................ 74
11.6.2 Positioning the chamber .............................................................................................................. 75
11.6.3 Positioning the sample perpendicular to the optical axis ............................................... 75
11.7 Additional components ....................................................................................................................... 76
11.7.1 Base plate attachment for flat samples ..................................................................................
76
11.7.2 Heat conducting hood .................................................................................................................. 76
11.8 TC40 only: Setting and reading off the measuring temperature ......................................... 78
11.8.1 Safety instructions .......................................................................................................................... 78
11.8.2 The temperature controller ......................................................................................................... 78
11.8.3 Setting the thermostat .................................................................................................................. 79
12 Humidity chamber HC10 ..................................................................................................... 80
12.1 Temperature range and method of temperature control ...................................................... 80
12.2 Notes for use ........................................................................................................................................... 80
12.3 Assembling the interface board ....................................................................................................... 80
12.4 Mounting on the TC30/40 environmental chamber ................................................................. 81
12.5 Connectors and connections ............................................................................................................. 83
12.5.1 Liquid and gas connections ........................................................................................................ 83

kruss DSA100 Specifications

General

Model	DSA100
Power Supply	100-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Contact Angle Resolution	0.01°
Type	Contact Angle Measuring Instrument
Method	Sessile drop, pendant drop, and captive bubble methods
Applications	Wettability, Surface Energy, Surface Tension, Interfacial Tension, Adhesion, Emulsification, Surfactant Characterization
Measurement Range	Contact Angle: 0 - 180°, Surface Tension: 0.01 - 2000 mN/m
Resolution	Contact Angle: 0.01°
Accuracy	Contact Angle: ±0.1°, Surface Tension: ±0.1 mN/m
Temperature Control	Optional
Dosing System	Automatic dosing system
Camera Resolution	High-resolution CCD camera