Best Thermal Conductivity Instrument: Why Precision Matter
How do we know if a material can effectively keep heat in or out? Whether it’s for insulation in buildings, efficient energy storage in batteries, or creating next-generation materials for industries like aerospace and electronics, measuring thermal conductivity is critical. But how can we achieve such precision in measurement?
Hangzhou Zeal Instruments Science & Technology Co., Ltd. is at the forefront of providing high-performance, cost-effective thermal conductivity instruments that help industries achieve this level of precision. With a focus on applications such as insulation materials and lithium batteries, Zeal Instruments offers a range of cutting-edge solutions to meet the needs of modern technology and research.
Understanding Thermal Conductivity: Why It’s Essential
Thermal conductivity is a material’s ability to conduct heat. It’s a critical property in industries ranging from construction to electronics, as it helps determine how well materials perform in various temperature environments. Whether you are looking to build energy-efficient homes or develop the next generation of high-capacity batteries, understanding and measuring thermal conductivity can lead to more innovative and effective solutions.
Thermal conductivity can be a challenging property to measure accurately, especially for non-homogeneous or complex materials like insulation foams or lithium batteries. That’s where thermal conductivity instruments come in—devices designed to make these measurements with precision, reliability, and ease.
The Range of Instruments from Hangzhou Zeal Instruments Science & Technology Co., Ltd.
Zeal Instruments has developed three standout products that cater to different needs in the industry: the Heat Flow Meter (HFM 510A), the 3D Thermal Properties Analyzer (TCA 3DP-160), and the Dual-state Thermal Parameter Tester (TCA 2SC-080). These products utilize advanced technology to provide detailed and accurate measurements, making them indispensable tools for R&D and quality control in thermal management applications.
Heat Flow Meter HFM 510A: High Precision for Insulation Materials
The HFM 510A is designed for the precise measurement of the thermal conductivity of insulation materials such as expanded polystyrene (EPS), extruded polystyrene (XPS), polyurethane (PU) rigid foam, mineral wool, expanded perlite, and foam glass. This instrument stands out for its high precision, efficiency, and repeatability, providing quick and reliable results for a wide range of materials used in insulation and construction.
Key Features of the HFM 510A
- Automation at Its Best: The HFM 510A features fully automated processes, including automatic lifting and lowering of the heating plate, load force testing, and temperature control. This automation not only speeds up testing but ensures consistent results with minimal human intervention.
- Enhanced Testing Efficiency: Equipped with dual heat flow sensors and independent temperature control for the upper and lower plates, the HFM 510A ensures high precision and reliability, especially for materials with uneven surfaces.
- Broad Environmental Adaptability: With external oil bath cooling, nitrogen gas purging, and low sensitivity to environmental changes, this instrument can work efficiently in varying conditions and maintain accuracy across a wide temperature range from -30°C to 90°C.
Specifications
- Thermal Conductivity Range: 0.001 W/(m·K) to 1 W/(m·K), scalable up to 2 W/(m·K)
- Thermal Resistance Range: 0.1m²·K/W to 8m²·K/W
- Repeatability: 0.5%
- Thickness Range: 0 to 100mm
- Accuracy: ±1% to 2%
- With its automatic data collection, real-time monitoring, and customizable data export options, the HFM 510A offers unmatched convenience for testing various insulation materials.
3D Thermal Properties Analyzer TCA 3DP-160: Non-Destructive Testing for Lithium Batteries
Lithium batteries power much of the world’s mobile devices, electric vehicles, and renewable energy systems. Understanding their thermal properties is crucial for safety, efficiency, and longevity. The TCA 3DP-160 is designed for testing the thermal conductivity of complex materials like soft-package lithium batteries and carbon fiber boards—materials that exhibit anisotropic thermal conductivity and intricate layered structures.
Key Features of the TCA 3DP-160
- Non-Destructive Testing: The TCA 3DP-160 allows for in-situ measurement of the longitudinal and transverse thermal conductivity without the need for destructive disassembly, which is especially important for battery manufacturers looking to assess their products without compromising their integrity.
- Advanced Technology: Utilizing an infrared thermal imaging camera and a 3D heat transfer model, the analyzer accurately captures data on the heat flow through multi-layer materials, ensuring precise readings even for complex geometries.
- High-Speed Analysis: With a testing time of less than 10 minutes and high repeatability (≤3%), this instrument enables rapid analysis without compromising on accuracy.
- Comprehensive Data: The TCA 3DP-160 not only measures thermal conductivity but also provides thermal diffusivity, with a temperature range of 0°C to 60°C. The instrument also features automatic graph generation and error data analysis to quickly validate experimental results.
Specifications
- Thermal Conductivity Range: Longitudinal: 0.2 W/(m·K) to 5 W/(m·K); Transverse: 5 W/(m·K) to 100 W/(m·K)
- Thermal Diffusivity Range: Longitudinal: 0.1 mm²/s to 2mm²/s; Transverse: 2mm²/s to 50mm²/s
- Test Time: ≤10 minutes
- Repeatability: ≤3%
- Temperature Accuracy: 0.1°C
- With its ability to test heterogeneous and homogenous materials, the TCA 3DP-160 is an invaluable tool for industries involved in battery technology and advanced material research.
Dual-state Thermal Parameter Tester TCA 2SC-080: Accurate Testing for Battery Cells
The TCA 2SC-080 is specifically designed for measuring the thermal conductivity and contact thermal resistance of battery cells, including hard-shell lithium batteries. This instrument helps accurately assess the thermal management properties of core-shell structures, such as square and cylindrical battery cells, which are widely used in energy storage systems and electric vehicles.
Key Features of the TCA 2SC-080
- Non-Destructive, In-Situ Measurement: Like the TCA 3DP-160, the TCA 2SC-080 also provides non-destructive testing, allowing battery manufacturers to test thermal properties without disassembling the cells, ensuring no impact on performance.
- Comprehensive Thermal Measurements: The device measures core transverse and longitudinal thermal conductivity, core-shell contact thermal resistance, and overall equivalent thermal conductivity, making it perfect for multi-dimensional heat flow analysis.
- Simulating Real-World Conditions: The TCA 2SC-080 also allows users to simulate different thermal conditions, including the ability to test battery cells during charging and discharging cycles. This ensures that the instrument can evaluate performance under real-world operational conditions.
- Advanced User Interface: With a simple interface and fully automated operation, the TCA 2SC-080 is user-friendly and quick to set up. The results are displayed on a color graphics display, with automatic graph generation and historical data storage for easy analysis.
Specifications
Test Parameters: Core transverse/longitudinal thermal conductivity, core-shell contact thermal resistance, overall equivalent thermal conductivity
- Maximum Sample Size: 400mm × 250mm × 80mm
- Test Time: ≤15 minutes
- Repeatability: ≤8%
- Temperature Range: 0 to 80°C
- With a temperature accuracy of 0.1°C and the ability to handle multi-dimensional measurements, the TCA 2SC-080 is a critical tool for ensuring the thermal safety and efficiency of battery cells.
Conclusion: Why Choose Hangzhou Zeal Instruments Science & Technology Co., Ltd.?
When it comes to measuring thermal conductivity, precision, reliability, and ease of use are paramount. Hangzhou Zeal Instruments Science & Technology Co., Ltd. provides a range of thermal conductivity instruments that meet the highest standards for accuracy and efficiency. Whether you’re working with insulation materials, lithium batteries, or other advanced materials, Zeal Instruments’ products like the HFM 510A, TCA 3DP-160, and TCA 2SC-080 ensure that you get the data you need to optimize your materials and products.
For more information or to request a quote, feel free to contact Zeal Instruments today and discover how our cutting-edge solutions can take your thermal research and testing to the next level.
