Heated Stories: What DSC Reveals About Polymers
Thermal transitions. Molecular mobility. Crosslinking dynamics.
Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) is a cornerstone technique in polymer analysis — providing quantitative insight into enthalpic changes associated with physical and chemical transitions. In this webinar, we deep-dive into the interpretation of DSC data across a range of polymer systems, exploring how thermal events reflect microstructural and phase-related behavior.
Key topics include:
- Glass transition (Tg): Interpreting changes in heat capacity and their link to molecular mobility and amorphous content
- Melting and crystallization: Determination of melting point, enthalpy, crystallinity and crystallization behavior
- Curing kinetics: Monitoring exothermic reactions in thermosets and composite matrices
- Oxidative stability and thermal degradation: Insights into OOT and OIT
- Method development strategies: Optimal sample preparation, pan selection, and heating/cooling protocols for polymer-specific workflows
Real-world application examples will demonstrate how DSC is used in polymer formulation, quality assurance, and regulatory testing (e.g., ASTM D3418, ISO 11357).
Presenter: Jiří Kislinger
Jiří Kislinger is a Product Manager at Anton Paar, specializing in advanced analytical instrumentation. He holds a PhD in Physical Chemistry from Brno University of Technology, where he focused on material science and thermodynamics. With his strong academic background and years of industry experience, Jiří is instrumental in shaping innovative product solutions. We're excited to welcome him as our featured speaker for this webinar.
