Trident Thermal Conductivity Instrument

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3-in-1 Thermal Conductivity Measurement for R&D, Manufacturing, Polymers, and more

Trident harnesses the power of three different transient methods for testing thermal conductivity. Get maximum versatility with modified transient plane source (MTPS), transient plane source (TPS), and transient line source (TLS) testing all in one modular package.

Trident allows for thermal conductivity testing of a wide range of solids, liquids, powders and pastes and conforms to ASTM D7984, D5334, D5930, ISO 22007-2, and GB/T 32064.

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Organizations seeking thermal conductivity instruments need to navigate the broad range of solutions and device configurations available. When you request more info from C-Therm, you’ll receive a customized recommendation for how to measure thermal properties for your application and industry.

When you fill out the form, you’ll also receive instant access to:

● The Trident Product Brochure, where you’ll learn about the benefits of easy plug & play testing with Trident’s 3-in-1 sensor.

● The Thermal Conductivity Method Selection Whitepaper, where you’ll discover the best method for measuring the thermal conductivity of your samples using Trident’s multiple industry-standard testing options.

Watch the Trident Thermal Conductivity Instrument Demonstration

Get a firsthand look at Trident, C-Therm’s premier thermal conductivity instrument. Watch the demonstration to learn how Trident adapts to the sample and not the other way around, representing a new paradigm in thermal conductivity measurement devices.

Understanding Thermal Conductivity Methods

Learn about the differences between the various methods to measure thermal conductivity, including; Guarded Hot Plate (GHP), Guarded Heat Flow (GHF), Laser Flash Diffusivity (LFD), Transient Plane Source (TPS) and Modified Transient Plane Source (MTPS).

Test Thermal Conductivity for These Applications

Explore C-Therm’s Niche Expertise

C-Therm helps customers in numerous sectors address their challenges and measure thermal conductivity quickly and precisely.

Polymers	TIMs	Heat Transfer Fluids	Geological
Textiles	Automotive	Oil & Gas	Metals
Nanomaterials	Insulation	Explosives	Phase Change Materials

Customers Using C-Therm’s Thermal Conductivity Instrumentation

Our Patented Technology is Used Around the World

• NASA
• US NAVY
• UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA (BERKELY)
• PHILIPS
• AVERY
• 3M
• PHILIPS MORRIS
• ASTRA ZENECA
• PATHEON
• UNIVERSIDADE DE AVEIRO
• RAYTHEON
•UNIVERSIDADE FEDERAL DE SANTA CATERINA
• STOWE WOODWARD
• CORNING
• ENGELHARD
• INSA
• DOW CORNING
• EXXON MOBIL
• NRC
• AND MANY MORE

FLEX Transient Plane Source Sensor testing thermal conductivity of polymer composite.

Easily Test the Thermal Conductivity of Solids, Liquids, Powders, and Pastes

Solids

Polymer Thermal Conductivity Measurement

C-Therm has provided a breakthrough in the characterization of critical performance attributes of conductive polymers used in electronics and automotive industries. The main advantage the technique offers is the flexibility to test a wide range of sample geometries. As an example, clients at a large polymer producer use the test samples from their tensile testing regimen to also test the in-plane and through-plane thermal conductivity with the C-Therm modified transient plane source (MTPS) sensor. There is no longer the need to destructively machine or form specific sample sizes/dimensions to test thermal conductivity.

Powders

From Explosives to Ink Toners

The C-Therm MTPS sensor is being used to safely test the stability, degradation, and shelf life of explosives because it is the only instrument engineered for evaluating the thermal conductivity of powders safely. Sample volumes are as small as 1.25 ml. This is also critical to a rapidly growing client base in metal hydrides, where materials are expensive and available in low quantities. The technology is also migratable to manufacturing environments as a cost-effective way to monitor powder processes for moisture and homogeneity.

Pastes

Keeping the Hottest Electronics Cool

The faster and smaller microprocessors become, the more heat they generate. C-Therm’s Trident provides vital insights into the development of all materials that contribute to the overall thermal budget, including thermal interface materials such as thermal grease and gap pads. These materials are typically compressible and the thermal conductivity varies with changes in the densification of the material. Clients use the C-Therm Compression Test Accessory (CTA) to precisely control the compaction of the sample in producing results reflective of the actual application conditions for the material.

Liquids

Under Pressure

C-Therm’s Trident thermal conductivity instrument is helping manufacturers improve the heat transfer properties of liquids. C-Therm’s equipment is unique in offering the capability to accurately measure the thermal conductivity of liquids; the short test time (<1 second) and small sample volume requirements negate the convective errors typical in liquid testing with traditional techniques. As an example, clients in the Oil & Gas field use C-Therm’s High Pressure Cell (HPC) accessory in measuring the impact of elevated atmospheric conditions and temperature on the thermal conductivity of fluids.

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

"We purchased the C-Therm MTPS sensor after seeing a demonstration of how fast and easy it is to operate. The instrument provides unequivocal results and provides the flexibility to test powders and liquids. In terms of our satisfaction with the purchase, I'd give it a 10 out of 10 - extremely satisfied."

Dr. Enrique Jackson
Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières

"We purchased C-Therm's MTPS sensor originally to characterize the thermal conductivity of metal hydrides. We liked that it could operate in a wide range of environments and test different materials. It provides accurate, unambiguous thermal conductivity results. What I've really come to appreciate about it is how easy it is to operate. Our students can train on it for 30 mins and be proficient in being left on their own in running their samples. We have many visiting scholars that used C-Therm for many types of samples. This equipment is really versatile."

Dr. Jacques Huot
Covestro

"C-Therm has provided our group a fast, accurate capability to test the thermal conductivity of our polymers with C-Therm’s patented high-precision MTPS sensor. The instrument has become very popular within our group for its quick easy reliable measurement and the support from C-Therm has exceeded our expectations. We recently upgraded the unit with the new robust TLS module for work on polymer melts."

Jose Fonseca
Easton Cooper Power Systems

"My C-Therm instrument is working well and it has been used to generate valuable data. The instrument is a great addition to our lab's testing capabilities."

Richard Baumann

About C-Therm

Developers of Industry-Leading Thermal Conductivity Measurement Equipment

C-Therm is an industry-leading thermal conductivity equipment manufacturer, pioneering innovative sensor technology for the world’s most prominent manufacturers, research facilities, and academic institutions to test and measure the thermal properties of materials.

C-Therm’s Trident thermal conductivity instrument represents a paradigm shift in thermal conductivity measurement and its inventor earned the Manning Innovation Principle Award and an R&D 100 Award. These coveted awards go to top global innovators and place C-Therm in the distinguished company of the ATM, Polaroid™ and anti-lock brakes.

Since its launch, C-Therm’s unique technology has evolved to new levels of accuracy, speed, and flexibility. Today, it is being used around the globe for R&D, quality control, and on-line production monitoring in a wide range of industries.

Award-Winning Innovation