Lab, Facilities & Services
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MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
Mechanical properties testing analyzes the impact resistance, ductility, bending, or fatigue of a material.
Izod Impact Tester
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Tensile Tester
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A tensile tester, also known as a pull tester or universal testing machine (UTM), is an electromechanical test system that applies a tensile (pull) force to a material to determine the tensile strength and deformation behavior until break.
A typical tensile testing machine consists of a load cell, crosshead, extensometer, specimen grips, electronics, and a drive system. It is controlled by testing software used to define machine and safety settings, and store test parameters defined by testing standards such as ASTM and ISO. The amount of force applied to the machine and the elongation of the specimen are recorded throughout the test. Measuring the force required to stretch or elongate a material to the point of permanent deformation or break helps designers and manufacturers predict how materials will perform when implemented for their intended purpose.
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Izod Notch Cutter
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Instron
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Brookfield Viscometer
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THERMAL PROPERTIES
Ares G-2
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Full Specifications enlisted at: https://www.tainstruments.com/ares-g2/
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DSC TA Discovery 2500
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MFR
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Thermal testing measures a materials ability to operate safely at different temperatures. This gives insight to safe operating limits, the material’s general characteristics and potential lifespan.
MOLECULAR PROPERTIES
Molecular properties testing is used to determine physical and chemical properties in regards to application.
Biotage Isolera One (Flash Chromatography)
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Tosoh- HFIP GPC
Acquity GPC
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FTIR
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Fluorescence Microscope
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Optical Microscope
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Brookfield Rheosense Viscometer
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LV is for low viscosity materials and can measure the thinnest materials. Typical examples include inks, oils, and solvents.RV is for medium viscosity materials than those measured with an LV torque. Typical examples include creams, food, and paints.HA is for higher viscosity materials than those measured with an RV torque. Typical examples include gels, chocolate and epoxies.HB is for even higher viscosity materials than those measured with an HA torque spring. Typical examples include asphalt, caulking compounds, and molasses.
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Moisture Analyzer
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Xeuss SAXS
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CHEMICAL PROCESSING TOOLS
Centrifuge
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Glove Box
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Biotage FC
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Vivtek 1.3L Pressurized Reactor
Heating Ovens
Vacuum Ovens
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Parr Reactor
10L Glass Reactor
50L Glass Reactor
Pressure Filtration System
Rotovaps
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pH Meter
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Hi-Vac Lines
High Purity Solvent System
High Purity Monomer System
Chemical processing and analyzing tools determine, characterize, and quantify chemical components and help determine quality of materials and substances.
OTHER PROCESSING TOOLS
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Process 11 Parallel Twin-Screw Extruder
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This lab bench extruder is ideal for a variety of compounding workflows with accessories such as: dyes, 3D filament spooler, sheet take-off system, pelletizer, and a melt pump for Pulsation-free metering of melt that enables production suitable for filaments, sheet film or fiber spinning.
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Thermo Scientific HAAKE MiniJet Pro- Piston Injection Molding System
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- Air Pressure Max. 1.100 bar
- Electrical Requirements 230V ±10%; 110V ±10% 50/60 Hz
- Height (Metric) 710 mm
- Power Consumption 3.15Å
- Hertz 50/60 Hz
- Injection Pressure Max. 1,200 barVoltage 230V ±10%; 110V ±10%
- Length (Metric) 300 mm
- Width (Metric) 420 mm
- Cylinder Pressure Max. 400°C
- Mold Material 1.2767
- Mold Temperature Max. 250°C
- Injection Volume 3.5 g max. (depending on mold)
- Max. Cylinder Temperature 400°C
- Max. Mold Temperature 250°C
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Retsch CryoMill
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Thermo Scientific Haake MiniLab-II- Mini Extruder
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Melt Flow Indexer
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Carver Press
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Cryomicrotome
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Liquid 3D Printer
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Pellet Dryer
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Single Screw Filament Extruder
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Humidity Controlled Desiccator Boxes
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Sonicators
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Fee for Service Rates*
Services |
Internal** |
Waters Acquity- GPC (per sample) | $115.42 |
Tosoh- HFIP GPC (attended, per sample) | $216.53 |
Malvern- High Temperature GPC (per sample) | $100.00 |
TA ARES G2- Rheometer (per hr) | $118.94 |
Carver Press (per hr) | $10.00 |
Retsch CryoMill (per hr) | $15.00 |
Thermo Scientific Haake MiniLab-II- Mini Extruder (per hr) | $15.50 |
TA Discovery 2500- DSC (per sample) | $30.61 |
Thermo Scientific Nicolet is5- FTIR (per sample) | $55.01 |
Biotage Isolera One- Flash Chromatography (per hour) | $18.98 |
Thermo Scientific HAAKE MiniJet Pro- Piston Injection Molding System (per hr) | $10.00 |
Melt Flow Indexer (per sample) | $8.00 |
*All prices subject to change
**All internal prices are listed for unattended use of the instruments, for attended pricing please e-mail: Andrew Becker, PolyCy’s Manager.