Thermal Conductivity Equipment

ThermTest sells thermal conductivity instruments to cover solids, liquids, pastes and powders over broad temperature ranges.

TPS 2500 S Thermal Conductivity System

The Hot Disk Transient Plane Source; TPS 2500 S constitutes an industry benchmark Thermal Conductivity test system. The TPS 2500 S Thermal Conductivity Instrument is designed for analyzing thermal transport properties of solids, liquids, paste, and powders, including various types of geometry and dimensions. The TPS 2500 S and TPS 1500 Thermal Conductivity Systems are the only Transient Plane Source (TPS) Method to meet a testing standard (ISO/DIS 22007-2.2). More information...

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TPS 2500 S THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY METER SPECIFICATIONS

MaterialsSolids, Liquids, Powders & Paste
Thermal Conductivity0.005 to 500 W/mK
Thermal Diffusivity0.1 to 100 mm2/s
Specific Heat CapacityUp to 5 MJ/m3K
Measurement Time1 to 1280 seconds
ReproducibilityTypically better than 1%
AccuracyBetter than 5%
Temperature RangeCryogenic to 750°C
Power RequirementsAdjusted to the line voltage in the country of use
Smallest Sample Dimensions0.01mm High, 2mm Diameter (Cylindrical sample)
Largest Sample SizeUnlimited
Sensor Types AvailableKapton insulated with or without cable (from cryogenic temperatures up to 180°C).
Mica insulated without cable (Room Temp. up to 750°C).
Meets ISO StandardISO/DIS 22007-2.2



TPS 1500 Thermal Conductivity System

The affordable Hot Disk Transient Plane Source; TPS 1500 shares the sterling quality, robustness and operative simplicity of the benchmark TPS 2500 S. The flexible TPS 1500 Thermal Conductivity Instrument is designed for analyzing thermal transport properties of solids, pastes and powders of various dimensions. The TPS 2500 S and TPS 1500 Thermal Conductivity Systems are the only Transient Plane Source (TPS) Method to meet a testing standard (ISO/DIS 22007-2.2). More information...

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TPS 1500 THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY METER SPECIFICATIONS

MaterialsSolids, Powders & Paste
Thermal Conductivity0.01 to 400 W/mK
Thermal Diffusivity0.1 to 100 mm2/s
Specific Heat CapacityUp to 5 MJ/m3K
Measurement Time20 to 1280 seconds
ReproducibilityTypically better than 1%
AccuracyBetter than 5%
Temperature RangeCryogenic to 750°C
Power RequirementsAdjusted to the line voltage in the country of use
Smallest Sample Dimensions3mm High, 13mm Diameter (Cylindrical sample)
Largest Sample SizeUnlimited
Sensor Types AvailableKapton insulated with or without cable (from –100°C up to 180°C).
Mica insulated without cable (Room Temp. up to 750°C).
Meets ISO Standard ISO/DIS 22007-2.2



TPS 500 Thermal Conductivity System

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The Hot Disk TPS 500 is the newest Transient Plane Source Thermal Constants Analyzer. The economical TPS 500 is designed for the industrial market of today, condensing the patent TPS technology with next generation analysis software, resulting in the smartest, simplest to use transient method on the market.

The TPS 500 measures the thermal conductivity, thermal diffusivity and specific heat capacity of solids, pastes, low viscosity liquids and small particle powders over a temperature range of –100°C to 200°C. The TPS 500 encompasses the same accuracy and sample size flexibility as the benchmark TPS 2500 S and TPS 1500, with an emphasis on ease-of-use. The TPS 500 meets ISO Standard (ISO/DIS 22007-2:2008), with revised electronics.

TPS 500 THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY METER SPECIFICATIONS

MaterialsSolids, Med to high Viscosity Liquids, Small Particle Powders & Paste
Thermal Conductivity0.03 to 100 W/mK
Thermal Diffusivity0.02 to 40 mm2/s
Specific Heat Capacity0.10 to 4.5 MJ/m3K
Measurement Time2.5 to 640 seconds
ReproducibilityTypically better than 2%
AccuracyBetter than 5%
Temperature RangeCryogenic to 200°C
Power RequirementsAdjusted to the line voltage in the country of use
Smallest Sample Dimensions3 mm High, 13 mm Diameter or Square.
Largest Sample SizeUnlimited
Sensor Types AvailableKapton insulated with or without cable (from cryogenic temperatures up to 180°C).
Meets ISO Standard with revised electronicsISO/DIS 22007-2.2



KD2 Pro Portable Thermal Conductivity Meter

The Transient Line Source (TLS) KD2 Pro Portable Thermal Conductivity Meter is an advanced portable meter capable of testing liquids and pastes over a broad temperature range. The KD2 Pro follows ASTM D 5334 and IEEE Standard 442-1981. More information...

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KD2 PRO THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY METER SPECIFICATIONS

MaterialsLiquids & Pastes
Thermal Conductivity0.02 to 2 W/mK
Thermal Diffusivity0.1 to 1 mm2/s
Specific Heat Capacity0.5 to 4 MJ/m3K
Measurement Time2 min
Reproducibility+/-0.02%
Accuracy+/-0.05%
Temperature Range-50 to 150°C
Power RequirementsBattery Operated
Smallest Sample Dimensions2cm x 7cm
Largest Sample SizeN/A
Sensor Types AvailableSingle needle 60mm length
Dual needle 30 mm length
Meets ASTM D5334 & IEEE 442-1981



KD2 Portable Thermal Conductivity Meter

The Transient Line Source (TLS) KD2 Portable Thermal Conductivity Meter is the entry-level meter capable of testing liquids & pastes at and around 25C. The KD2 follows ASTM D 5334 and IEEE Standard 442-1981. More Information...

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KD2 THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY METER SPECIFICATIONS

MaterialsLiquids & Pastes
Thermal Conductivity0.02 to 2 W/mK
Measurement Time2 min
Reproducibility+/-0.02%
Accuracy+/-0.05%
Temperature Range25°C
Power RequirementsBattery Operated
Smallest Sample Dimensions2cm x 7cm
Largest Sample SizeN/A
Sensor Types AvailableSingle needle 60mm length
Meets ASTM D5334 & IEEE 442-1981