Refrigerated Cooling System (Rcs) - TA Instruments DSC Q Series Getting Started Manual

Refrigerated Cooling System (RCS)

The Refrigerated Cooling Systems (RCS) are used to perform DSC cooling experiments. There are two different
models offered by TA Instruments—the RCS 90 and the RCS 40. Both models have a cooling head, which is
made up of an internal heat exchanger, anti-condensate heaters, and various other components. The cooling
head fits over the DSC cell.
CAUTION: The RCS coolers are not compatible with the accessory outlets on the back
of the instrument due to power requirements.
• The RCS 90 (shown in the figure to the right)
consists of a two-stage, cascade, vapor
compression refrigeration system with an
attached cooling head. See the figure to the right.
The RCS 90 can be used for experiments requiring
cooling within an operating range of -90°C to
550°C. The maximum rate of cooling depends on
the temperature range of your experiment.
• The RCS 40 (shown in the figure below) consists
of a single-stage vapor compression refrigeration
system with an attached cooling head. See the
figure below. The RCS 40 can be used for
experiments requiring cooling within an
operating range of -40°C to 400°C. The maximum
rate of cooling depends on the temperature range
of your experiment.
CAUTION: We recommend that you do not use the RCS when running isothermal
experiments above 400°C. Damage to the unit can occur if used at high temperatures
for extended periods.
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RCS 90 with DSC Q1000
DSC Q Series Getting Started Guide