Running Experiments
Running a
TMA Experiment
Experimental Procedure
3–10
All of your TMA experiments will have the
following general outline.
•
Zeroing the probe
•
Selecting and preparing a sample. This
involves preparing a sample of the
appropriate size, and placing the sample in
the sample stage.
•
Entering experimental information through
the TA controller.
•
Creating and selecting the thermal method
on the controller.
•
Setting up any external accessories.
•
Adding coolant to the furnace reservoir (for
subambient operation).
•
Starting the experiment.
TA I
TMA 2940
NSTRUMENTS