Laboratory

Complex Fluids Research Laboratory with Applications in Energy and the Environment

Department

Department of Chemical Engineering

Manufacturer (model)

TA Instruments (HR-3 Discovery Hybrid Rheometer)

Commissioning

2017

Equipment Description

This instrument measures rheological parameters, i.e., the effect of an applied force on the flow behavior of a fluid. This model features a patented drag motor, a second-generation magnetic bearing, a Force Rebalance Transducer (FRT), and a patent-pending Torque Position Sensor (TPS), all integrated into a single hybrid rheometer. The instrument offers one of the highest torque ranges available on the market. In the laboratory, it is primarily used to determine viscosity and elasticity parameters.

Technical Specifications

• Torque range: 0.5–200 nN·m

• Frequency range: 1.0 × 10⁻⁷–100 Hz

• Angular velocity range: 0–300 rad/s

• Maximum volume: 110 mL

• Temperature range: −40 to 150 °C

  
  

Areas of expertise

• Rheology

• Fluid Mechanics

  
  

Conditions of Use

Training on the instrument is required, or the instrument must be operated by a research professional. Available to academic and/or industrial collaborators.

Rental Fees (CAD)

On-Campus

50$/h

Off-Campus (Academic)

100$/h

Industry

150$/h

Reservations

Prof Seyed Mohammad Taghavi

seyed-mohammad.taghavi@gch.ulaval.ca

418 656-2131 poste 402634