Psylotech Inc
3D Dynamic Mechanical Analyzer

Psylotech's 3D-DMA is a universal testing machine specially purposed to measure the mechanical properties of polymers. Experimental techniques are grounded in metals testing experience. Extensometers measure strain locally on axially loaded specimens, rather than relying on contact point displacement on flexing beams. The system concurrently measures dynamic Young's Modulus, E*, and viscoelastic Poisson's ratio, ν*. Post processor software infers the material’s full 3-D mechanical property matrix, providing time-domain Shear modulus, G(t), and Bulk modulus, Κ(t), well suited for finite element simulation. Finite Element Analysis accelerates product development and opens new theoretical frontiers for non-linear viscoelastic theory.

Features
  • Measures Dynamic Poisson's Ratio and Dynamic Young's Modulus.
  • Any mechanical property can be inferred from 2 measured properties.
  • Post processor provides advanced 3D time-temperature superposition.
  • Bi-axial, Microscoping™, local strain measurement.
  • High resolution, Microscoping™ load cell accommodates glassy and rubbery regime.
  • 500 N electrodynamic actuator.
  • Grips: tension (recommended), compression, shear, beam flexure, bi-axial Arcan, etc.
  • Direct temperature measurement on specimen surface recognizes self-heating during cyclic loading.
  • Closed loop control on local strain, load, or displacement.


Specifications
Force Capacity: 500 N
Load Resolution: 250 μN
Stroke: 100 mm
Disp. Resolution: 25 nm
Frequency Range: 0.0001 to 100 Hz
Temperature Range: -150° to 300°C
Isothermal Stability: ±0.1°C
Footprint: 40 x 20 cm