Material Analysis for Polymers

Precise measurement methods for the development, optimization, and quality assurance of modern polymer materials

Polymers and plastics have become indispensable in modern products and industrial applications. Whether in the automotive industry, electronics, medical technology, packaging, or lightweight construction—their properties play a key role in determining functionality, safety, and service life.

The development of high-performance polymer materials requires a deep understanding of their thermal, physical, and mechanical properties. Modern measurement techniques provide valuable information on curing behavior, thermal conductivity, aging processes, thermomechanical behavior, and recyclability.

With over 69 years of experience, LINSEIS offers innovative solutions for the characterization of polymer materials in research, development, and industrial quality assurance.

Typical Applications for Polymers

Select your specific application and gain detailed insights into material characterization, measurement methods, and innovative solutions for modern polymer materials.

Curing and UV Curing

Analysis of cross-linking reactions, curing processes, and UV-curing systems for high-performance polymer materials

Thermal insulation properties

Characterization of Thermal Conductivity, Thermal Diffusion, and Insulation Properties of Modern Insulation and Foam Materials

Oxidation and Aging

Investigation of Oxidation Processes, Thermal Aging, and Long-Term Stability of Polymers Under Real-World Conditions

Recycling

Assessment of Material Properties, Recyclability, and Quality Assurance for Sustainable Plastic Cycles

Thermomechanics of Polymers

Analysis of Thermal Expansion, Dimensional Stability, and Mechanical Behavior Under the Influence of Temperature

Measurement Methods for Polymers

Dynamic Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)

Analysis of glass transitions, melting and crystallization processes, and curing reactions for the development and optimization of modern polymer materials

Thermogravimetry (TGA)

Investigation of decomposition, oxidation, and aging processes, as well as determination of filler content and thermal stability

Simultaneous Thermal Analysis (STA)

Simultaneous Analysis of Mass Changes and Thermal Effects for the Comprehensive Characterization of Polymers and Composite Materials

Thermomechanical Analysis (TMA)

Determination of dimensional changes, softening behavior, and thermomechanical properties for development and quality assurance

Thermal conductivity

Characterization of Thermal Conductivity, Temperature Conductivity, and Heat Diffusion for Thermal Management and Thermal Insulation Applications

Dilatometer (DIL)

Determination of Thermal Expansion and Dimensional Changes in Polymers, Plastics, and Composite Materials

Recommended Equipment for Polymer Applications

Top Devices

Other Devices

Selected Real-World Measurement Examples

Real-world measurements demonstrate how modern analytical methods are used to solve real-world problems involving polymers.

Improving the Thermal Conductivity of Polyamide Nanocomposites Using Carbon Nanotubes

This practical example demonstrates how to measure THB using the Linseis THB L56 is used to characterize the thermal conductivity of CNT-reinforced polyamide nanocomposites and illustrates the influence of various filler systems on heat transport.

Thermal Characterization of PLA Filaments for Additive Manufacturing

The chip DSCmeasurement enables the precise analysis of thermal transitions in polymer materials. In this practical example, the glass transition, crystallization, and melting behavior of PLA filaments are investigated to gain important insights for process optimization and material development in additive manufacturing.

Applications – Polymers