TA Instruments Q10 User Manual

DSC Q Series Getting Started Guide
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Cooling Gas Line
The Cooling Gas port is used with the Finned Air Cooling System (FACS), Refrigerated Cooling System (RCS),
or the Liquid Nitrogen Cooling System (LNCS). The FACS requires a source of compressed air, while the RCS
and LNCS require a source of dry nitrogen for the cooling gas line. Follow these instructions to connect the
appropriate cooling gas line.
1. Locate the fitting, a 1/4-inch compression fitting or 1/4-inch Legris fitting on the right rear of the DSC,
marked with a 830 kPa gauge (120 psig) warning label.
2. Make sure your gas source is regulated between 170 to 830 kPa gauge (25 to 120 psig) when using the FACS.
For details on the pressure required for the RCS and LNCS, see the appropriate Getting Started Guide.
CAUTION: The Cooling Gas line feeds into a pressure-regulated valve that is set to 170
kPa gauge (25 psig). The source pressure setting should not go below this value.
3. Connect the 1/4-inch O.D. tubing from the gas source (compressed air for the FACS or dry nitrogen for the
RCS and LNCS) to the Cooling Gas fitting.
Base Purge Line
A base purge is required when the Quench Cooling Accessory (QCA), Refrigerated Cooling System (RCS), or
the Liquid Nitrogen Cooling System (LNCS) are used.
1. Locate the Base Purge port.
2. Make sure that the pressure of your gas source is regulated between 100 and 140 kPa gauge (15 and 20 psig).
Dry nitrogen is the recommended gas.
3. Connect the gas line to the Base Purge port using 1/8-inch O.D. tubing. Teflon® TFE tubing is recommended.
An orifice in the instrument will automatically regulate the flow rate (300 to 350 mL/min) for proper operation.

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.