Environmental TEMPOS Thermal Properties Analyzer

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The new TEMPOS Thermal Properties Analyzer from the Meter Group replaces the Decagon KD2 in our inventory. It is the newest model from that manufacturer. The TEMPOS model represents a complete redesign and the result is a much-improved, faster instrument. The ASTM 5334- and IEEE 442-compliant TEMPOS is engineered using ISO 2008 standards. It takes accurate readings of thermal conductivity, thermal resistivity, thermal diffusivity, and specific heat in many material types across multiple disciplines, from soil and concrete to food, plastics, lubricating oil, and even human tissue.

New technology—new possibilities

Accurate thermal properties measurements have always been about complex mathematics. Recent scientific breakthroughs in how these complex equations are solved have enabled not only higher accuracy, but also allowed us to calibrate using significantly improved data sets—making this instrument more accurate than any other in its class. Not only that, improved proprietary algorithms enable the TEMPOS to make these measurements with an incredible one-minute read time (versus the usual 10-15 min.).

Takes compliance to a whole new level 

Each needle produces only a discrete amount of heat, virtually eliminating the moisture movement (or free convection in liquids) that could alter a reading. Short heating times mean you can use the TEMPOS to measure frozen materials and even fluids. No other analyzer on the market can measure frozen or wet materials accurately.

One minute changes everything

Ambient temperature changes of a thousandth of a degree per second, the sun warming the soil for example, destroy the accuracy of thermal properties calculations. Unique from all other thermal needle systems, the TEMPOS corrects for the linear temperature drift that causes erroneous readings. New proprietary algorithms allow the TEMPOS to make these measurements in as little as one minute (ten minutes for ASTM-compliance). And, these algorithms will eventually allow the TEMPOS to measure previously impossible-to-test highly porous materials such as insulation.

Simply the best

Forty years of expertise on heat and mass transfer have enabled us to engineer the most simple, easy-to-use instrument possible. Unlike competitor instruments, which use a one-sensor-fits-all type system, the TEMPOS automatically optimizes the reading for your material at the push of a button. And it’s ready to use, straight out of the box. Just insert the needle, select your material type, and start measuring.  It’s that easy.

FEATURES

  • Improved algorithms increase accuracy
  • New one-minute read times
  • Measure thermal diffusivity and specific heat at a fraction of the cost
  • ASTM 5334- and IEEE 442-compliant
  • Controlled heating ensures heat is constant
  • An updated interface makes test setup easier than ever
  • Navigation through menus and options is more straightforward
  • Test set-up and results are displayed more clearly
  • Mini USB cable makes downloading data easier
  • Interactive color screen automatically identifies the sensor you have plugged in and illustrates heating
  • Extended battery life lengthens use time
  • New rugged, ergonomic case
  • Portable: use in the field or in the lab
  • Measure moist and frozen materials accurately
  • Short heating times ensure no moisture movement
  • Measures thermal conductivity of many fluids
  • Robust sensor needles limit breakage
  • Each sensor engineered for a specific material
  • Automatically corrects for linear temperature drift
  • Resolves temperature to ±0.001 ◦C

SPECIFICATIONS

OPERATING ENVIRONMENT (Controller) 
Range

0–50 °C

Power

5 AA batteries

Battery life

More than 250 high-power measurements

Data storage

2,048 measurements in flash memory (both raw and processed data are stored for download)

Read modes

Manual and unattended measurement modes

OPERATING ENVIRONMENT (Sensors) 
Range

–50 to 150 °C

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS 
Controller

Length: 18.5 cm (7. 28 in)
Width: 10 cm (3.94 in)
Height: 3.5 cm (1.38 in)

Carrying case

Length: 37 cm (14.57 in)
Width: 30 cm (11.81 in)
Height: 10.5 cm (4.13 in)

Display size

Width 5.5 cm (2.17 in)
Height 4.0 cm (1.57 in)

Sensor interface

DB-15 connector

SENSORS 
 

TR-3

RK-3

KS-3

SH-3

KS-3 (6 cm [small] single needle)

Range:
Conductivity: 0.02–2.00 W/(m • K)
Resistivity: 50–5,000 °C • cm/W
Accuracy:
Conductivity: ±10% from 0.2–2.0 W/(m • K)
Size: 1.3 mm diameter × 60 mm length

TR-3 (10 cm [large] single needle)

Range:
Conductivity: 0.1–4.0 W/(m • K)
Resistivity: 25–1,000 °C • cm/W
Accuracy:
Conductivity: ±10% from 0.1–4.0 W/(m • K)
Size: 2.4 mm diameter × 100 mm length

SH-3 (3 cm dual-needle)

Range:
Conductivity: 0.02–2.00 W/(m • K)
Resistivity: 50–5,000 °C • cm/W
Diffusivity: 0.1–1.0 mm2/s
Volumetric specific heat capacity: 0.5–4.0 MJ/m3
Accuracy:
Conductivity: ±10% from 0.2–2.0 W/(m • K)
Diffusivity: ±10% at conductivity above 0.2 W/(m • K)
±0.02 W/(m • K) from 0.10–0.20 W/(m • K)
Volumetric specific heat capacity: ±10% at conductivities above 0.1 W/(m • K)
Size: 1.3 mm diameter × 30 mm length, 6 mm spacing

RK-3 (6 cm [thick] single needle)

Range:
Conductivity: 0.1–6.0 W/(m • K)
Resistivity: 17–1,000 °C • cm/W
Accuracy:
Conductivity: ±10% from 0.1–6.0 W/(m • K)
Size: 3.9 mm diameter × 60 mm length

COMPLIANCE 
 

Manufactured under ISO 9001:2015
EN 61326-1:2013
EN 55022/CISPR 22

 

Dimensions

18 x 14 x 5 inches

Weight

10 lbs

Rental per day

$32.00

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