Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA)

Thermal analysis technique for studying material stability, composition, and decomposition by monitoring weight changes with temperature.

Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA) is a thermal analysis technique that measures changes in a material’s mass as it is heated, cooled, or held at a constant temperature under a controlled atmosphere. It provides valuable insights into thermal stability, composition, and decomposition behavior.

TGA is widely used in materials science, pharmaceuticals, polymers, and environmental studies. It helps identify moisture content, volatile components, filler levels, and oxidation behavior. The technique is non-destructive and supports both research and quality control applications.

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Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA) is a thermal analysis technique that measures changes in a material’s mass as it is heated, cooled, or held at a constant temperature under a controlled atmosphere. It provides valuable insights into thermal stability, composition, and decomposition behavior. TGA is widely used in materials science, pharmaceuticals, polymers, and environmental studies. It helps identify moisture content, volatile components, filler levels, and oxidation behavior. The technique is non-destructive and supports both research and quality control applications.

Common Applications

  • Thermal Stability Testing
    Determines decomposition temperatures and thermal degradation behavior
  • Compositional Analysis
    Quantifies components such as fillers, binders, and additives in materials
  • Moisture & Volatile Content
    Measures water, solvents, and plasticizers in polymers, food, and pharmaceuticals
  • Oxidation & Reduction Studies
    Evaluates reactivity under different gas atmospheres (e.g., air, nitrogen, oxygen)
  • Polymer & Composite Characterization
    Assesses filler content, thermal resistance, and formulation consistency
  • Fuel & Biomass Analysis
    Analyzes combustion behavior, ash content, and thermal degradation of fuels
  • Pharmaceuticals & Biochemicals
    Supports drug formulation, stability testing, and excipient compatibility
  • Food & Packaging
    Studies thermal behavior of food ingredients and packaging materials
  • Paints & Coatings
    Evaluates curing behavior, thermal stability, and degradation mechanisms
  • Process Monitoring & Quality Control
    Ensures consistency in raw materials and finished products
  • And much more

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