Differential scanning calorimeter DSC4000 series

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Overview
The DSC4000 series is an advanced differential scanning calorimeter redesigned for improved portability and laboratory integration. The sensor is treated for anti-interference and corrosion resistance to extend operational life. The system delivers enhanced sensitivity and measurement accuracy, while the control and analysis software provides an intuitive interface and automated workflows.

Test range
The DSC4000 series can be used to determine glass transition temperature, phase transition temperatures, melting point, thermal enthalpy, curing temperature, product thermal stability and oxidation induction period.

Comply with test standards

• General rules for differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) of plastics
• Plastics — Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) Part 2: Determination of Glass Transition Temperature
• Plastics — Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) Part 3: Determination of Melting and Crystallization Temperature and Enthalpy
• Plastics — Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) Part 4: Determination of Specific Heat

Performance advantages

• New furnace architecture for improved baseline stability and precision; indirect conduction heating ensures uniform temperature distribution and reduced thermal radiation artefacts.
• Wide temperature range covering ambient to –170 °C (model dependent) to support diverse material tests.
• Multiple cooling options (air, thermoelectric, mechanical refrigeration, liquid nitrogen) enable rapid cooling and higher throughput.
• Automatic dual-atmosphere switching with fast stabilization and an additional protective gas inlet for controlled atmospheres.
• Upgraded analysis software with expanded data processing, automated reports and user-friendly operation.
• High sensitivity and low noise for improved detection of weak thermal events.
• Custom configuration options available to match specific testing requirements.

Technical parameters (selected)

• Models: DSC4000, DSC4000C, DSC4000D, DSC4000L
• Temperature range: DSC4000: RT to 600 °C; DSC4000C: -50 to 600 °C; DSC4000D: -70 to 600 °C; DSC4000L: -170 to 600 °C
• DSC range: ±1000 mW (all models)
• Temperature sensitivity: 0.001 °C (all models)
• Heating rate: 0.1–100 °C/min (all models)
• Cooling speed: DSC4000: -0.1–20 °C/min; DSC4000C: -0.1–40 °C/min; DSC4000D: -0.1–60 °C/min; DSC4000L: -0.1–80 °C/min
• Temperature control: Intelligent PID with memory mode, combining dynamic and static algorithms; self-tuning and self-optimization (all models)
• Resolution: 0.01 μW (all models)
• Gas flow: 0–200 mL/min (all models)
• Timing frequency: 1–20 Hz adjustable
• DSC noise: 0.1 μW
• Temperature resolution: 0.0001 °C (all models)
• Cooling methods: Air cooling, Thermoelectric (semiconductor) refrigeration, Mechanical refrigeration, Liquid nitrogen

Features / specifications

• Compact, laboratory-ready chassis and redesigned sensor protection
• Multiple model variants to cover ambient to cryogenic testing
• Comprehensive software for data analysis, baseline correction and automated reporting
• Configurable gas handling and atmosphere switching
• Service and customization options for application-specific setups