Hot-stage microscopy (HSM)
Hot-stage microscopy (HSM) analysis enables the direct visualization of materials under controlled temperature conditions. Capabilities include:
Morphology assessment: Examining compound morphology and particle characteristics.
Transformation studies: Observing solid-solid transformations, melting/liquefaction, solidification, sublimation, and evaporation.
Compound interactions: Monitoring how different compounds interact, dissolve, or react with each other.
Crystallization analysis: Tracking crystal growth and rates.
Specialized methods: Utilizing the Kofler mixed fusion method for salt/co-crystal screening.
Reaction monitoring: Observing oxidation and other chemical reactions as they occur under heat.
The results will include microscope pictures/video showing the transitions during heating.
Measurement specifications:
Temperature range: 25 °C to 375 °C
Humidity control: 5-90% RH
Instrument details:
The instrument set-up comprises a heating stage (hot stage) with a sample holder, coupled with a suitable polarized-light microscope and a system that allows temperature measurements and video/picture recording.
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- Suitable sample matrices
- Polymers, pharmaceuticals, chemicals
- Required sample quantity
- 1 mg or a piece.
- Available quality systems
- Measurlabs validated method
- Method expert
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