The DMA (Dynamic Mechanical Analyzer) 850 is a new instrument funded by the UW Student Technology Fee. It is operational and open to trained users. Location: Bagley 83 Specifications: Max Force 18 N Min Force 0.0001 N Force Resolution 0.00001 N Frequency Range 0.001 to 200 Hz Strain Resolution ± 0.005 to 10,000 µM Modulus Range 10 3 to 3x10 12 Pa Modulus Precision ± 1% Tan δ Sensitivity 0.0001 Tan δ Resolution 0.00001 Temperature Range -160 to 600°C (The DMA 850 is equipped with a nitrogen purge cooler allowing for temperatures as low as -160°C.) The DMA 850 has 4 clamps available for use: - Dual Cantilever - Single Cantilever - Tension - Compression
