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Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA)
Laboratory
Centre for Advanced Materials Research (CERMA)
Department
Department of Chemistry
Funding agency(ies)
Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC)
Manufacturer (Model)
Mettler Toledo (TGA/SDTA 851e)
Commissioning
2002
Equipment Description
Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) is a destructive analytical technique used to monitor the mass loss of a material as a function of temperature. This method enables the observation and quantification of several thermal phenomena, including evaporation, chemical reactions, dehydration, adsorption, and sublimation.
Technical Specifications
Destructive method
Required sample amount: 10 mg
Maximum heating temperature: 1100 °C
Controlled atmosphere: nitrogen (N₂), oxygen (O₂), air, argon (Ar), helium (He)
Balance sensitivity: 1 µg
Areas of Expertise
Materials Science
Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
Observation of Sublimation Phenomena
Thermal Degradation Characterization
Material Evaporation
Decomposition
Thermochemical Reactions
Measurement of Dehydration Rate
Adsorption
Conditions of Use
This service is available on a fee-for-service basis with the assistance of a research professional. It is available to academic and industrial collaborators, depending on user demand.
Rental Fees (CAD)
On-Campus
CAD $20/hour (CAD $50/hour with the assistance of a research professional)
Off-Campus (Academic)
CAD $50/hour (CAD $100/hour with the assistance of a research professional)
Industry
CAD $50/hour (CAD $100/hour with the assistance of a research professional)
Reservations
François Otis, M.Sc.
418 656-2131 poste 405339
