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The #1 selling rheometer in the world. The AR 2000 rheometer design includes a uniqueultra-low inertia drag cup motor and porous carbon air bearings for outstanding controlled stress, direct strain and controlled rate performance. The AR 2000 features the original Smart Swap™ quick interchanging and self-configuring environmental systems. The high resolution optical encoder, high stiffness low inertia design make the AR 2000 extremely versatile and appropriate for a wide variety of applications including characterization of delicate structures in fluids of anyviscosity, polymer melts, solids, and reactive materials.

The AR 550 is an extremely rugged general-purpose rheometer for soft solids andfluids. The AR 550 offers many of the same time-tested design features incorporatedin our AR 2000 and AR-G2, such as optical encoder, durable air bearing, and drag cupmotor. The AR 550 is the base model around which our Quality Control Rheometer,QCR II, and asphalt rheometer, CSA II are built. Both are configured with our uniqueNavigator automated software. In any configuration, the AR 550 offers a robust cost-effective solution for both the research lab or the manufacturing floor.

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The ARES is an extremely capable and versatile all-purpose rheometer that incorporates the Standard HRMotor and the 2KFRTN1 Force Rebalance Transducer™. The ARES is appropriate for characterizing adiverse variety of materials including polymer melts, solids and reactive materials, as well as a broad spectrum of medium to high viscosity fluids. Measurements can be made over a wide range of temperaturesusing any of the available temperature control options.

For characterization of both the structure and flow properties of simple and complex fluids, the ARES-RFS isan excellent choice. Configured with the 1KFRTN1 Force Rebalance Transducer™ and the Standard HRmotor, the ARES-RFS can solve the most demanding fluid rheology problems including dynamic oscillatoryand shear rate controlled measurements on low viscosity structured fluids. The ARES-RFS is normally configured with the Peltier or Recirculating Bath temperature control option.

The ARES-RDA is a robust rheometer designed specifically for general rheological characterization of polymers,including thermoplastics, thermosets, and elastomers. The 2KSTD spring transducer is a durable design with excellent sensitivity, linearity, and stiffness over a wide dynamic range. Normally configured with the ForcedConvection Oven (FCO), the ARES-RDA is the ideal choice for many analytical and QC labs with polymer characterization needs.

The ARES-LS is our most advanced rheometer, featuring ourHigh Performance LS air bearing motor and patented ForceRebalance Transducer™ (FRT). The ARES-LS1 includes the1KFRTN1, with a dynamic range of six decades. It is the onlyrheometer in the world capable of providing inertia-freedynamic measurements of low viscosity structured fluidsover a wide frequency range, independent of the material’s viscosity. The ARES-LS2 with the 2KFRTN1 is anoutstanding choice for medium to high viscosity materialsincluding polymer melts and solids.

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UPPER HEATED PLATE (UHP)The UHP is designed for use with the SmartSwap Peltier Plate and provides both upperplate temperature control and an enclosedpurge gas environment. Designed for optimum heat transfer and minimum thermalequilibration time, the UHP sets a new standard in non-contact heating. Automatedzero heat flow calibration yields temperaturegradients of +/- 0.1 °C. The UHP is modeledto provide matched upper and lower platetemperature during heating ramps of up to 15 °C/min to a maximum temperature of 150 °C. The UHP can be used with special 25 mm and 8mm plates for asphalt testing.Flexible cooling options include an externalcirculator or innovative new vortex cooling.

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PELTIER PLATE

The most common temperature controloption for the AR rheometers is the PeltierPlate. The AR-G2 and AR 2000 Peltier plateshave a temperature range of -20 to 200 ºCwith a typical heating rate of up to 20 ºC /min.and a temperature accuracy of +/- 0.1 ºC. APRT (platinum resistance thermometer) sensor positioned at the center of the plateensures accurate temperature measurementand control.

SMART SWAP™ TEMPERATURE SYSTEMS

Only TA Instruments offers the convenience and versatility of Smart Swap™ temperature control options. Smart Swap™ temperature control options are attached to the instrument on itsunique magnetic base. Intelligent Smart Swap™ Options can be interchanged in as fast as 10seconds. Once attached, the instrument automatically detects and configures the system.

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STARCH PASTING CELL (SPC)The SPC is a powerful and accurate tool for rheological characterization of the gelatinization process and finalproperties of starch products. It uses TA’s innovative new impeller design for superior mixing and control of sedimentation during testing. A precision temperature controlled chamber, with heating/cooling rates up to 30 °C per minute, controls and measures actual sample temperature and is designed to minimize water loss during the cooking cycle.

PRESSURE CELL

The Pressure Cell is an optional accessory for use with the Peltier controlled Smart Swap Concentric CylinderSystem. The Pressure Cell is a sealed vessel that can be pressurized to 140 bar (2000 PSI), over a temperature range of -10 °C to 150 °C. The cylinder in the vessel is driven using an innovative high-poweredmagnetic coupling and low-friction bearing design. The cell is ideal for characterizing materials that volatilizeunder atmospheric pressure.

CONCENTRIC CYLINDER

Concentric Cylinders are commonly used for very low viscosity fluids, dispersions of limited stability, and applications where fluid/solvent evaporation may be a problem. For the AR 550, the Concentric CylinderSystem uses an external fluid circulator to precisely control temperature. The AR-G2 and AR 2000 SmartSwap Concentric Cylinder System features Peltier temperature control and provides a temperature range of-10 to 150 ºC with heating rates up to 15 ºC/min.

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ENVIRONMENTAL TESTCHAMBER (ETC)The ETC is available for the AR-G2 and AR 2000. The design uses a controlled convection/radiant-heating concept. It is typically used for polymer applications andcan be used with parallel plate, cone andplate, disposable plate, and rectangular torsion clamps for solids. The ETC has a temperature range of –160 to 600°C withheating rates up to 20 °C/min on the AR 2000.The ETC can be connected directly to a bulkliquid nitrogen source for subambient temper-ature control.

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TA Instruments offers a wide range of measurementgeometries including parallel plate, cone and plate,concentric cylinder, disposable, and torsion solidclamps.

Parallel plate and cone and plate geometries areavailable for both the ARES and AR Rheometers inan extensive variety of diameters and cone angles.Materials of construction include stainless steel, aluminum, plastic (Acrylic/PPS), or titanium.Disposable plates and cones are also available forapplications such as thermoset curing.

A wide selection of concentric cylinder geometries are available for both the ARES and AR Rheometers.Options include conical DIN, recessed, vaned, and double wall. For the ARES rheometers, the geometriesare constructed of stainless steel and titanium. For the AR rheometers, stainless steel and anodized aluminum are used.

A variety of other geometries are available for both the ARES and AR Rheometers, including clamps tomeasure solids in torsion using the high temperature ovens and immersion clamps. The ARES is availablewith many specialty fixtures including linear tack-testing fixtures, glass plates for optical measurements, andfilm/fiber fixtures.

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PELTIER PLATE

The Peltier Plate temperature controloption is available for all models of theARES Rheometers, and can be used with parallel plate and cone and plate geometries. With a temperature range of -30 to 150 ºC, it is the most common temperature control option for a variety offluid applications. The open design facilitates easy sample loading and cleaning of geometries. A PRT (platinumresistance temperature) sensor is posi-tioned in the middle of the lower sampleplate and ensures accurate measurementand control of sample temperature.Maximum heating rate is 30 ºC/min with atemperature accuracy of +/- 0.1 ºC.

RECIRCULATING FLUID BATH

The Recirculating Fluid Bath option can be used with parallel plate, cone and plate, and concentric cylindergeometries. Concentric cylinders are especially useful forvery low viscosity fluids, dispersions of limited stability,and for applications where fluid/solvent evaporation maybe a concern. This option is available for all modules ofthe ARES and can be supplied with a computer-controlledcirculator for automated operation.The temperature rangeis -10 to 150 ºC with the appropriate circulating fluid.

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FORCED CONVECTION OVEN

The Forced Convection Oven (FCO) is an air convection oven with dual-element heaters andcounter-rotating airflow for optimum temperature stability, and is used primarily for polymer meltsand solids. The temperature range is -150 to 600 ºC with heating rates up to 60 ºC/min. An optional liquid nitrogen cooling device is required to achieve subambient operation to -150 ºC. TheFCO can be used with parallel plate, cone and plate, or torsional clamps for solids, and the newExtensional Viscosity Fixture (EVF). Disposable plates are available for thermoset cures. TheFCO includes a sight glass so that the sample can be viewed during the experiment.

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OPTICAL ANALYSIS MODULE OAM IIThe OAM II offers both parallel plates and concentric cylinder flow cells for fluids and melts. An optical train directs light through the flow cell at normal incidence. Transmitted light is received directly by a detector fordichroism measurements, or after passing through a circular polarizer forbirefringence measurements. Applications include determination of thestress optical coefficient, separating the component dynamics in compatible polymer blends, analysis of polydomain structure in liquid crystals, and reorientation of internal structure under flow in dispersions(emulsions, suspensions).

EXTENSIONAL VISCOSITY FIXTURE, EVFThe EVF is a patent pending extensional viscosity fixture for measure-ments of the elongation viscosity of high viscosity materials, such as polymer melts, dough, adhesives,etc. The EVF can be used on ARES systems configured with the convection oven and provides bestperformance with FRT transducer.The fixture consists of a fixed androtating drum, which winds up thesample at constant Hencky rate,while measuring the force generatedin the sample. Since the torque measurement is decoupled from themotor, no bearing friction correctionis required. The maximum Henckystrain with one rotation is four, andthe maximum operating temperatureis 350 °C.

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UV-CURING AND PHOTOCURING ACCESSORY

The Photocuring Accessory includes upper tool with reflecting mirror and quartz plate, lower plate, light sourcemount and collimator, 5mm waveguide, and remote radiometer/dosimeter. A high pressure mercury lamp UVlight source is included with the UV-curing accessory. Both accessories can be used with the ARES Peltierand Bath temperature control systems. Disposable plates are available for hard UV coatings that cannot beremoved from the quartz plates once cured. For extremely fast reacting UV materials, the fast sampling optionallows for data collection rates of up to 100 data points per second.

ELECTRO-RHEOLOGICAL (ER) ANALYSIS OPTION

The ER option allows the study of rheological properties of materials under the influence of AC/DC voltages. The ER option is designed for use under ambient conditions or with the Peltier EnvironmentalControl System, and is now available for use with both 1KFRT and 2KFRT transducers. The Option includesupper tool insulator assembly, oscilloscope, safety panels, interlocks, a high Voltage/ Current Amplifier withability to apply up to 4000 Volt potential, up to 15 mA current (both AC & DC) and slew rate of 100 V/microseconds, and gain bandwidth of 35 MHz.

DIELECTRIC ANALYSIS OPTION, DETAThe DETA provides simultaneous dielectric (permittivity, loss factor, tan delta) and rheological data (G’, G”,tan delta) during time and temperature dependent testing. This option is available with or without the Agilent4284A LCR bridge, with frequency range of 20 Hz to 1 MHz and voltage range of 0.01 to 10 volts. Up to 10frequencies can be entered for a test. Electrodes are 25 or 40 mm diameter stainless steel plates. The DETAoption will work with the FCO up to temperatures of 350 °C.

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More worldwide customers choose TA Instruments than any competitor as their preferred rheology or thermal analysis supplier. We earn this distinction by best meeting customer needs and expectations for high technology products, quality manufacturing, timely deliveries, excellent training, and superior after-sales support.

SALES AND SERVICEWe pride ourselves in the technical competence and professionalism of our salesforce, whose only business is rheology and thermal analysis. TA Instruments is recognized worldwide for its prompt, courteous, and knowledgeable service staff.Their specialized knowledge and experience are major reasons why current customers increasingly endorse our company and products to their worldwidecolleagues.

INNOVATIVE ENGINEERINGTA Instruments is the recognized leader for supplying innovative technology,investing twice the industry average in research and development. The ARESand AR Series Rheometers provide a broad range of instruments, each featuring unique patented capabilities not offered by competitive suppliers. OnlyTA Instruments can offer the top-of-the-line rheometer with either technology.

QUALITY PRODUCTSAll rheometers and thermal analyzers are manufactured according to ISO 2000 procedures in our New Castle, DE (USA) or our Crawley, UK facilities. Innovativeflow manufacturing procedures and a motivated, highly skilled work force ensurehigh quality products with industry-leading delivery times.

TECHNICAL SUPPORTCustomers prefer TA Instruments because of our reputation for after-sales support. Our worldwide technical support staff is the largest and most experienced in the industry. They are accessibledaily by telephone, email, or via our website. Multipletraining opportunities are available including on-sitetraining, seminars in our application labs around theworld, and convenient web-based courses.

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