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Dynamic vapor sorption is a valued tool in laboratories all over the world, within R & D, from polymorphism and compound stability studies to bulk and surface adsorption effects of water and organic vapours. It is a vital part of quality control analysis techniques for both scale-up and production, and can even be found within the packaging arena, measuring both the efficacy and permeability of packaging, and the effects of humidity and temperature on the samples within the packaging.

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Available Models

DVS Adventure
Temperature Control range
5°C to 85°C
Heating ramp rates
up to 5oC/min
Sensors
Pt-100 thermocouple type K
Sample mass
between 1 and 1000mg
Resolution (precision)
0.1 μg
Relative humidity sensor
±0.1%RH
Relative humidity range
from 0 to 98%

Key measuring capabilities:

  • Water sorption and desorption isotherms
  • In-situ sample drying to 300ºC
  • Multiple sorption/desorption and sample drying cycles
  • Sample masses from 1mg to 5000mg
  • Diffusion and permeability measurements

Key hardware benefits:

  • Open stand design enabling easy access to sample pan
  • Stainless steel stand to minimize static electrical charging
  • Wide operational temperature range (5-85 oC) and uniform temperature enclosure
  • Next generation control and evaluation software for the most advanced experimental design and data analysis
  • Capability to upgrade to organic vapors and gasses
  • Optional IR, Raman and Video imaging
DVS Resolution
Temperature Control range
5°C to 85°C
Heating ramp rates
up to 10C/min
Sensors
Pt-100 thermocouple type K
Sample mass
between 1 and 1000mg
Resolution (precision)
0.1 μg
Relative humidity sensor
±0.5%RH
Relative humidity range
from 0 to 98%

Key measuring capabilities:

  • Water, organic solvent, and gas sorption and desorption isotherms
  • Co-adsorption isotherms using two vapors
  • Optional in-situ sample preheating/drying to 300 oC
  • Multiple sorption/desorption and sample drying or activation cycles
  • Sample masses from 1 mg to 5000 mg
  • Surface and bulk measurement capabilities and analyses

Key hardware benefits:

  • Only system to measure organic vapor partial pressure directly using Ultrasonic Sensor (patent pending)
  • Open stainless steel stand design enabling easy access to sample pan while minimizing static electric charging
  • Broad range (5-85 oC) and single uniform and accurate temperature enclosure
  • Next generation control and evaluation software for the most advanced experimental design and data analysis
  • Capable of upgrading to 5 balances
  • Optional IR, Raman and Video imaging with integrated control software
DVS Endeavour
Temperature Control range
5°C to 85°C
Heating ramp rates
up to 10C/min
Sensors
Pt-100 thermocouple type K
Sample mass
between 1 and 1000mg
Resolution (precision)
0.1 μg
Relative humidity sensor
±1%
Relative humidity range
from 0 to 98%

Key measuring capabilities:

  • Simultaneous 5X sample measurement
  • Organic and Water vapor sorption kinetics
  • Organic vapor sorption in a fixed RH background
  • Real time partial pressure measurement and control
  • Water vapor sorption isotherms from 5 to 85 oC
  • Organic vapor sorption isotherms from 5 to 50 oC
  • In-situ drying of samples to 300oC
  • Optional Color Video Microscopy/Fiber Optic Probe Spectroscopy
  • True0™ drying at 0.0% RH
DVS Intrinsic
Temperature Control range
20–40 °C
Heating ramp rates
up to 10C/min
Sensors
Pt-100 thermocouple type K
Sample mass
between 1 and 4 g
Resolution (precision)
0.1 μg
Relative humidity sensor
±1%
Relative humidity range
from 0 to 98%
Weight
22 KG

Key measuring capabilities:

  • High quality water isotherms and efficient water activity measurements
  • Step-by-step software wizards guide users through routine procedures
  • Smallest, compact design that makes optimal use of limited bench space – only 26cm wide
  • Advanced electronics and simplified user interface
  • Accommodates wide variety of sample geometries and up to 4 gram capacity
  • SMS UltraBalanceTM provides unrivalled sensitivity and baseline stability
  • Built-in Network Connectivity for easy data sharing and remote analysis
  • Expandable operation of up to 5 units from 1 PC via DVS-IntrinsiLinkTM
  • Simple self-install and easy maintenance minimizes total ownership costs

Key Features

  • Humidity Stability over 24 hours
  • True0™ RH
  • State-of-the-Art Temperature Performance
  • Humidity Performance
  • Balance Baseline Stability over 24 hours
  • Studying hygroscopicity of powders, fibres and solids
  • Kinetics of water sorption and desorption
  • Water induced morphology changes
  • Food shelf-life prediction studies
  • Effects of moisture on texture
  • Pharmaceuticals: powders, tablets, API’s and excipient materials
  • Food: powders, processed food, biscuits
  • Natural materials: grains/seed, wood
  • Building materials: aggregates, cement, ceramics
  • Personal care products: cosmetics, hair care, contact lenses
  • Packaging materials: paper, plastics
  • Biopharmaceutical and Biotechnology
  • Cosmetics & Personal Care
  • Education & Academics
  • Food & Beverage
  • Medical
  • Mining & Minerals
  • Pharmaceutical
  • Polymers, Plastics and Rubbers
Surface Measurement SystemsSurface Measurement Systems develops and engineers innovative experimental techniques and instrumentation for physico-chemical characterization of complex solids. We are the world leaders in Dynamic Vapor Sorption (DVS) technology and Inverse Gas Chromatography instrumentation and solutions, providing professional world-class scientific and technical support for our international customers.
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