Drop Shape Analyzer – DSA100M – Krüss

Optimize Your Microelectronics, Microfluidics, and Fiber Coatings with DSA100M

The Drop Shape Analyzer – DSA100M by Krüss offers unparalleled precision in the analysis of drops in the picoliter range, making it an indispensable tool for enhancing the quality of very small surfaces. This cutting-edge equipment is specifically designed to address the challenges associated with the wettability of surfaces such as circuit board contact points and microfluidic devices. Understanding the contact angle is crucial for optimizing wetting and coating processes, thereby ensuring superior product performance.

Applications across Industries

From investigating the wettability of synthetic and natural fibers for composites to optimizing the development of hair care products and ensuring the biocompatibility of medical implants, the DSA100M serves a wide array of applications. It is also pivotal in the micromechanical components of devices like watches, enhancing microelectronic contact points, and advancing microfluidics technologies.

Advanced Measuring Techniques for Reliable Results

With its sophisticated measuring methods, including dynamic contact angle analysis and surface free energy calculations, the DSA100M delivers accurate diagnostics essential for scientific and industrial advancements. Whether it’s for ongoing quality control or groundbreaking research, the DSA100M equips users with the reliable data needed for next-generation surface optimization.

Technical Specifications

Dosing System
  • Syringe Dosing: software-controlled
  • Syringes, volume: 4 mL
  • Minimum drop volume: 20 pL
  • Speed (syringe dosing): 2 m/s
Camera system (standard)
  • Model: Camera CF04
  • Connection: USB 3.0
  • Resolution: 1920 × 1200 px
  • Frame rate: 2300 fps
  • Dark noise: 7 electrons
  • Dynamic range: 73 dB
Optics (standard)
  • Focus: fixed focus
  • Zoom: 6.5× microscope zoom, manual
  • View angle: ±4°
  • Field of view: CF04: 0.2 mm × 0.2 mm to 0.9 mm × 0.9 mm (7× to 45×)
  • Resolution of optics: CF04: 0.1 to 0.8 μm
Illumination
  • Types: high power monochromatic LED
  • Wave length, dominant: 460 nm
  • Field of light: Ø 12 mm
Stages
  • Control: x-axis: manual y-axis: manual z-axis: manual
  • Length: x-axis: 30 mm y-axis: 50 mm z-axis: 45 mm
  • Resolution: x-axis: 20 mm/turn y-axis: 4 mm/turn z-axis: 1 mm/turn
Camera system (optional)
  • Model: High Speed Camera CF06
  • Connection: USB 3.0
  • Resolution: 640 × 480 px
  • Frame rate: 3400 fps
  • Dark noise: 10.5 electrons
  • Dynamic range: 56.6 dB
Optics (optional)
  • Focus: fixed focus
  • Zoom: 6.5× microscope zoom, manual
  • View angle: ±4°
  • Field of view: CF06: 0.1 mm × 0.1 mm to 0.4 mm × 0.3 mm (7× to 45×)
  • Resolution of optics: CF06: 0.1 to 0.7 μm
Observation optics
  • Field of view: CF04/CF04C (color): 2.3 mm × 2.3 mm
  • Resolution: CF04/CF04C (color): 2 μm
Software
  • Software type: ADVANCE
  • Software languages: Chinese (simplified), English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
  • Software modules: Contact angle (recommended) Surface free energy of solids (recommended) Adhesion Analysis (optional) Remote Control API (optional)
Sessile drop
  • Results: contact angle
  • Range: 0 to 180° (software-based)
  • Resolution: 0.01° (software-based)
  • Accuracy: 0.3° (instrument-based)
  • Models: conic section polynomial circle Young-Laplace height-width
  • Types: static dynamic
Surface free energy of solids
  • Results: surface free energy polar & disperse part acid & base part H-bond part
  • Models: equation of state Zisman Fowkes Wu Owens-Wendt-Rabel-Kaelble extended Fowkes acid-base theory
Sample dimensions
  • Maximum sample space: 320 mm × ∞ × 275 mm (W × D × H (without axes))
Instrument dimensions
  • Footprint: 555 mm × 375 mm (W × D)
  • Height: 490 mm
  • Weight (without accessories): 24 kg
Environment
  • Operating temperature: 10 to 40 °C
  • Humidity: without condensation
Interfaces
  • PC: USB 3.0
Housing and peripherals
  • Levelling: yes
Power supply
  • Voltage: 88 to 264 V
  • Power consumption: 100 W
  • Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz
Temperature measurement
  • Range: -50 to 400 °C
  • Resolution: 0.1 °C
  • Precision: ±0.1 °C
  • Accuracy: 1/3 DIN B (±0.1 °C at 0 °C to ±0.8 °C at 400 °C)
  • Locations: sample stage chamber cuvette
  • External sensor: 2 connectors (PT100)
Temperature control
  • Equipment: Optional: - temperature-controlled sample stage
  • Type of temperature control: liquid
  • Range of temperature control: -10 to 130 °C
  • Tempered area: 26 mm × 90 mm (W × D)
  • Resolution: 0.1 °C
  • Flow-through thermostat: with liquid

FAQ - Drop Shape Analyzer – DSA100M – Krüss

What is the Drop Shape Analyzer - DSA100M by Krüss?

The Drop Shape Analyzer - DSA100M by Krüss is a state-of-the-art instrument designed for precise analysis of drops in the picoliter range. It is essential for improving the quality of very small surfaces, with applications in microelectronics, microfluidics, fiber coatings, and more, by optimizing the wettability of surfaces for superior product performance.

Which industries can benefit from the DSA100M?

The DSA100M serves a broad range of applications across different industries. This includes the development of synthetic and natural fibers, hair care products, medical implants, micromechanical components, microelectronic contact points, and microfluidics technologies, among others.

What are the main features of the DSA100M?

The DSA100M boasts a range of features including a software-controlled syringe dosing system, a standard and optional high-speed camera system for capturing detailed images, a microscope zoom with manual adjustment, high power monochromatic LED illumination, and sophisticated software that supports multiple languages and modules for detailed analysis.

How does the DSA100M ensure accurate measurements?

The DSA100M utilizes advanced measuring techniques such as dynamic contact angle analysis and surface free energy calculations. These methods, supported by high-resolution cameras and precise dosing controls, ensure reliable and accurate diagnostics necessary for scientific and industrial advancements.

Can the DSA100M analyze different types of surfaces?

Yes, the DSA100M is capable of analyzing a wide variety of surface types thanks to its advanced optics, flexible sample staging, and comprehensive software modules. This makes it ideal for applications requiring contact angle measurements and surface energy assessments on anything from circuit boards to medical devices.

What are the specifications of the DSA100M's camera and optics system?

The standard camera system features a Camera CF04 with USB 3.0 connection, a resolution of 1920 × 1200 pixels, and a frame rate of 2300 fps. The optics system offers a 6.5× microscope zoom, manual focus, and a field of view adjustable for detailed analysis.

Is there support for temperature control in the DSA100M?

Yes, the DSA100M offers optional features for temperature control, including a temperature-controlled sample stage, with a range from -10 to 130 °C. This allows for precise temperature adjustments during the analysis of sensitive materials.

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