Master Material Characterization with Cheesion Thermogravimetric Analysis

In the quest for material excellence, understanding how your samples respond to temperature is fundamental. Cheesion's Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA) instruments provide researchers and quality control professionals with precise, reproducible data on mass changes as a function of temperature or time. Whether you're analyzing polymer decomposition, determining filler content in composites, or studying oxidation stability, our TGA solutions deliver the insights you need to optimize materials and ensure product reliability.

What is Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA)?

Thermogravimetric Analysis is a technique that measures the change in mass of a sample as it is heated, cooled, or held at constant temperature in a controlled atmosphere. This method reveals critical information about material behavior, including:

Thermal Stability: The temperature at which a material begins to decompose

Composition Analysis: Quantitative determination of fillers, polymers, and additives

Decomposition Kinetics: Understanding how materials break down under thermal stress

Oxidation and Reduction Behavior: How materials react in oxidative or reducing environments

Moisture and Volatile Content: Loss of water, solvents, or plasticizers

Ash/Residue Determination: Inorganic content remaining after complete decomposition

These measurements are essential for material selection, quality control, and failure analysis across countless industries.

The Heart of Precision: Cheesion TGA Technology

At Cheesion, we understand that a TGA instrument is only as good as its balance. Our instruments feature advanced electromagnetic microbalances with exceptional sensitivity and stability, ensuring that even the smallest mass changes are detected accurately.

Key Technology Highlights:

High-Sensitivity Microbalance

Resolution down to 0.1 μg for detecting subtle mass changes

Excellent baseline stability for long-duration experiments

Temperature-compensated design minimizes environmental interference

Advanced Furnace Engineering

Wide temperature range from ambient to 1000°C (extended options available)

Precise temperature control with multiple PID algorithms

Rapid heating and cooling rates for increased productivity

Compact furnace design with excellent temperature uniformity

Intelligent Gas Control

Integrated mass flow controllers for precise atmosphere control

Automatic switching between two gases (inert, oxidizing, reducing)

Stable gas flow for reproducible experimental conditions

User-Friendly Software

Intuitive interface for method development and data analysis

Real-time curve display with zoom and analysis tools

Automatic calculation of mass loss steps, onset temperatures, and residue

Data export in multiple formats for reporting

Why Choose Cheesion TGA for Your Laboratory?

Uncompromised Sensitivity: Our 0.1 μg resolution ensures you capture every critical mass change event, from surface moisture loss to high-temperature decomposition.

Reproducible Results: Precision engineering and advanced temperature control deliver consistent data run after run, essential for QA/QC applications and research validity.

Versatile Sample Handling: Accommodates a wide range of sample sizes and types—from powders and films to liquids and solids.

Flexible Atmosphere Control: Study materials under air, nitrogen, oxygen, or other gases to simulate real-world conditions or investigate specific reactions.

Robust Construction: Built for reliable, long-term performance in demanding laboratory environments with minimal maintenance requirements.

Comprehensive Support: From installation to application development, our technical team is ready to assist you in maximizing your TGA investment.

Key Applications Across Industries

Cheesion TGA instruments are trusted by professionals across diverse fields:

Polymers & Plastics Industry

Identify composition of polymer blends and composites

Determine filler content (carbon black, glass fiber, minerals)

Study thermal degradation mechanisms and stabilizer effectiveness

Analyze plasticizers and additive loss

Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences

Measure moisture content and residual solvents

Determine drug substance purity and stability

Study decomposition profiles of active ingredients

Analyze excipient compatibility

Chemicals & Advanced Materials

Evaluate thermal stability of catalysts and adsorbents

Study oxidation and reduction behavior

Analyze corrosion mechanisms and material compatibility

Characterize nanomaterials and specialty chemicals

Electronics & Components

Assess solder paste composition and residue

Study PCB material decomposition

Analyze encapsulants and potting compounds

Food & Consumer Products

Determine moisture and ash content

Study fat oxidation stability

Analyze ingredient composition

Minerals, Cement & Construction

Analyze carbonate content in minerals

Study hydration and dehydration processes

Determine loss on ignition (LOI)

Technical Specifications Overview

Specifications are indicative and may vary by configuration. Contact us for detailed model information.

Advanced Features for Demanding Applications

Multi-Step Temperature Programming
Create complex temperature profiles with multiple heating, cooling, and isothermal segments to simulate real-world conditions or study multi-stage decomposition processes.

DTG (Derivative Thermogravimetry)
Automatic calculation of the first derivative of the TG curve helps resolve overlapping mass loss events and precisely identify inflection points and peak decomposition temperatures.

Baseline Correction
Advanced algorithms compensate for buoyancy effects and other systematic errors, ensuring accurate mass change measurements across the entire temperature range.

Data Export and Reporting
Export data to Excel, CSV, or text formats for further analysis. Generate professional reports with embedded curves and results tables for documentation and compliance.

Expand Your Analytical Capabilities

Cheesion TGA instruments can be configured to meet your specific needs:

Optional Autosampler: Increase productivity with automatic sample loading for unattended operation
Evolved Gas Analysis (EGA) Interfaces: Connect to FTIR or MS for identification of evolved gases during decomposition
DTA/DSC Options: Simultaneous thermal analysis for combined mass change and heat flow information
Specialized Sample Holders: Various crucible materials and geometries for different sample types

Seamless Integration into Your Quality System

For regulated industries, Cheesion offers comprehensive validation support:

IQ/OQ documentation packages for instrument qualification

Software validated to meet requirements for data integrity

Standard reference materials for temperature and mass calibration

Application methods developed for specific industry standards

Trusted Expertise and Support

When you choose Cheesion, you gain more than an instrument—you gain a partner committed to your success. Our team of application specialists brings decades of experience in thermal analysis across industries. We provide:

Pre-purchase application consulting

Installation and training

Method development assistance

Troubleshooting and technical support

Preventive maintenance and calibration services

Ready to Enhance Your Thermal Analysis Capabilities?

Discover how Cheesion TGA instruments can provide the precise, reliable data you need for material characterization, quality control, and research success.