About Us Case Studies Blog Contact search Services Capabilities Expertise Industries Served Quality Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA) DMA also known as Dynamic Mechanical Thermal Analysis (DMTA), is a method of analysis that determines the mechanical properties of a sample as a function of temperature and frequency simultaneously. Back to all Capabilities PRINT EMAIL About Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA) Dynamic Mechanical Analysis is a thermal method used to provide plastic analysis or rubber analysis of virtually any sample. It can even be used to evaluate coatings on thin metal samples. Approaches Our DMA instrument operates over a wide temperature range (-150 to 600°C) and provides multiple modes of deformation including: Dual Cantilever Single Cantilever Tension Torsion Other fixtures and deformation modes of DMA Analysis may be available on request. It is best for the sample to maintain structural integrity during the entire DMA analysis. Knowing the melting temperature of the sample, in the case of thermoplastic materials, allows the upper temperature limit to be properly set. Sample Considerations Only solid samples can be evaluated using DMA Analysis. The sample has to have a stiffness value within a particular range to be suitable for testing. DMA can be used to provide plastic analysis or rubber analysis of virtually any sample. Rubber or plastic samples can be prepared to have length, width, and thickness dimensions to accommodate the operating range of the instrument. Contact us with your specific DMA Analysis needs and associated sample considerations. Experience Work We’ve Done Predicting acoustic absorption of cable insulation materials Comparative analysis of competing products Determination of curing behavior Products We’ve Tested Vinyl fabrics Fiberglass products Reactive thermoset systems Silicone Rubber Vinyl Fabrics Polypropylene Films Questions? Ask Us Name Company Country Email Telephone Request a Quote & Submit Samples SGS Polymer Solutions is ready for your materials testing challenge. To get the process started it is as simple as requesting a quote. Once you are ready to submit samples please make sure to include a completed Sample Submission Form. Email Us or call us at (877) 961-4341 Connect with SGS PSI: © 2019 SGS Polymer Solutions Incorporated - All rights reserved. 135 Technology Drive, Christiansburg, VA 24073 Client Confidentiality Terms & Conditions ISO-17025. cGMP Compliant. FDA Registered. DEA Licensed.