TA Instruments Q10 User Manual

DSC Q Series Getting Started Guide
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DSC Pressure Cell
The Pressure DSC (PDSC) cell is a DSC cell enclosed in a steel
cylinder that can be pressurized to 7 MPa (1000 psig). In addition
to performing the same measurements as the DSC cells, it can
operate at elevated pressure or under vacuum. This ability to
vary pressure as well as temperature provides the following:
• Resolution of overlapping peaks
• Determination of heats of vaporization and vapor pressure
• Reaction rates in controlled atmospheres
• Studies of pressure-sensitive reactions
The Pressure DSC cell has two gas flow control valves, a three-
way valve, a pressure gauge, a pressure release valve, and gas
pressure fittings on the side. The cell has a pressure transducer
which continuously measures actual sample pressure and stores
it in the data file.
This cell is optional for the Q2000 and Q1000. It comes standard
on the Q20P and Q10P.

TA Instruments Q10 Specifications

General

Brand	TA Instruments
Model	Q10
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English

Summary

Notices

Regulatory Compliance

Safety Standards

Lists safety requirements for electrical equipment from various regulatory bodies.

Electromagnetic Compatibility Standards

Details EMC standards for industrial, scientific, and medical equipment.

Safety

Instrument Symbols and Electrical Safety

Explanation of warning symbols and electrical safety precautions.

Handling Liquid Nitrogen

Safe handling procedures and precautions for using liquid nitrogen.

Thermal Safety and Instrument Handling

Precautions for thermal hazards and lifting the heavy DSC instrument.

Introducing the DSC

Overview and System Components

General introduction to DSC and its main components, including the cell.

Cooling Accessories

Description of FACS, RCS, Quench Cooler, and LNCS for temperature control.

DSC Touch Screen and Keypad Interfaces

Operation of Q2000/Q200 touch screen, Q1000/Q100 touch screen, and Q20/Q10 keypad.

Options, Accessories, and Specifications

Overview of accessories, specialized cells, and instrument specifications.

Installing the DSC

Initial Setup and Connections

Covers unpacking, inspecting, choosing location, and connecting cables/lines.

Gas Lines and Cooling Setup

Procedure for connecting purge and cooling gas lines to the DSC.

Power Configuration and Startup

Covers voltage configuration, power, starting, and shutting down the DSC.

Installing Cooling Accessories

Step-by-step guide to installing FACS, Quench Coolers, and additional items.

Using, Maintaining, and Diagnosing the DSC

DSC Experiment Workflow

Steps for preparing, running, and stopping DSC experiments.

DSC Calibration Procedures

Detailed procedures for various DSC calibrations including Tzero, heat capacity, and pressure.

Autosampler Calibration

Instructions for calibrating the DSC Autosampler for accurate sample handling.

Instrument Maintenance and Parts

Procedures for cleaning, troubleshooting, and replacing fuses and parts.