Chapter 4: Using Your Options - TA Instruments TMA 2940 Operator's Manual

CHAPTER 4: Using Your Options

TA I TMA 2940
NSTRUMENTS
Overview ..................................................... 4-3
Film/Fiber Accessory .................................. 4-4
Description ........................................... 4-4
Operating Procedures ........................... 4-5
Accessory Installation .......................... 4-5
Removing the Existing Probe ........ 4-6
Removing the Stage ....................... 4-6
Changing the Instrument Mode ..... 4-7
Installing the Film/Fiber Probe ..... 4-7
Installing the Film/Fiber Stage ...... 4-8
Calculating the Offset .................... 4-9
Calibration .......................................... 4-11
Sample Preparation ............................ 4-12
Using the Aluminum Balls .......... 4-12
Using the Stainless
Steel Clamps ................................ 4-14
Flexure Accessory .................................... 4-17
Description ......................................... 4-17
Accessory Installation ........................ 4-18
Calibration .......................................... 4-18
Sample Preparation ............................ 4-19
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