Thin Film Interfacial TensioMeter

The thin film interfacial Tensiometer calculates the interfacial tension value by measuring the contact angle formed by a liquid on the surface of a solid thin film. It is used to evaluate the wettability and adhesion of thin film materials, and to detect surface treatment effects and coating compatibility in industries such as coatings and plastics.
Selection
When selecting, consider measurement accuracy and sample size compatibility, and confirm the contact angle measurement range supported by the instrument. Pay attention to temperature control functionality and data repeatability, and check whether it is equipped with an automatic liquid dispensing and image analysis system. Refer to industry standards for calibration requirements, and ensure that the software operation aligns with daily testing procedures.

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Instruments

Adopt electromagnetic force closed-loop measurement system, Measurement range 0-400mN/m, resolution +/- 0.1mN/m, automatically read equilibrate value, support high viscosity liquid and interfacial tension test, simple operation without external computer control.

$ 3331.00

Using extrusion process and chrome plating surface, the wet film thickness can be as low as 1.5 μ m, and the groove design is wide to improve the Coating Weight, which solves the problem of traditional steel wire loosening and cleaning difficulties, and realizes stable ultra-thin Spreader.

$ 477.00

Ring test and reference material correction, resolution 0.01mN/m, equipped with 24-bit AD converter and LVDT displacement Sensor, support automatic stop and averaging functions to ensure test Linearity and repeability accuracy.

$ 1397.00

The wet film thickness can be as low as 1.5μm to achieve ultra-thin Spreader; the bottom of the groove is wider, and the Coating Weight is larger; the extrusion process is adopted to avoid the problem of loose wire and broken wire, and it is easy to clean.

$ 477.00

Travel 0-1.25 mm, measurement error +/- 1HAM, suitable for thin rubber samples with a thickness of 1.5mm or more. Sensitivity is high, and it needs to be used with a constant load measuring rack to ensure Precision.

$ 921.00

Echo-echo technology implementation of 0.15mm ultra-thin part measurement, resolution of 0.001mm, can penetrate 0.5mm coating measurement substrate Film thickness, support sound speed calibrated and difference mode settings.

$ 1655.00

Measurement range 0-200mN/m, accuracy +/- 0.02mN/m, support Automatic calibration and temperature compensation, real-time display test Linear dispersion and export Excel data.

$ 4188.00

Using a formed pRoduction process, the film Film thickness is as thin as 4.6μm, the accuracy is up to 0.1 micron, and the effective Spreader width is 30cm. It can be used with an automatic Film Applicator and has the advantage of continuous wire.

$ 186.00

Using platinum ring measurement, accuracy of 0.1mN/m, equipped with electronic level and automatic lifting system, eliminate vibration effects, support dynamic measurement and data management, to ensure experimental Repeatability and accuracy.

$ 2842.00

Linear dispersion surface is formed by cold extrusion processing technology, no risk of wire loosening, wet film thickness 50 μ m, can achieve ultra-thin film Spreader, smooth surface and easy to clean.

$ 267.00

Using platinum ring measurement, accuracy of 0.001mN/m, lifting speed of 0~ 300mm/min adjustable, built-in electronic level and automatic measurement program to ensure data accuracy and Repeatability.

$ 6260.00

Measurement range 0-400mN/m, accuracy up to 0.1mN/m, support Automatic calibration and temperature compensation, real-time display of test Linear dispersion and export of Excel data.

$ 3107.00

Using platinum ring measurement, accuracy of 0.01mN/m, equipped with electronic level and automatic lifting system to ensure stable and reliable measurement process, support dynamic smooth operation to reduce vibration interference.

$ 3886.00

Using platinum plate method measurement surface tension, accuracy of 0.01mN/m, equipped with electronic level and automatic lifting system, measurement process without vibration interference, support dynamic speed adjustment and a variety of Data analysis functions.

$ 3886.00

Wet film thickness can be as low as 1.5μm, support ultra-thin Spreader; use extrusion process and chrome plating surface to reduce clogging and disconnection problems, groove design to optimize Coating Weight, adapt to a variety of substrate needs.

$ 477.00

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