TA Instruments DSC Autosampler CE, Operator'S Manual

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Introducing the DSC Autosampler CE
TA I
NSTRUMENTS
DSC A
UTOSAMPLER
CE 1–4
General Features
The following features make the DSC Autosam-
pler CE a unique and flexible tool:
• The Autosampler CE makes decisions on
the basis of current system status, operator-
directed parameters, and computer-directed
instructions.
• The mechanical fingers that grip the sample
pans and cell lids enable the Autosampler
CE to handle objects weighing from
milligrams to tens of grams with more
reliability than vacuum-grip systems. Open
pans can be handled as safely as closed
pans with the Autosampler CE’s tactile-
feedback gripper fingers. The tactile-
feedback programming also detects
improperly gripped or dropped objects and
prevents the grippers from puncturing the
floor of the DSC cell furnace.
• The Autosampler CE can be operated
automatically through the TA controller or
manually through its own keypad. Under
manual operation, you can directly control
turret movement to calibrate and test the
Autosampler CE, whereas automatic
operation (using Thermal Solutions/
Advantage ) offers the benefits of
preprogrammed runs that can be left to be
executed overnight.
• If the multi-instrument option is installed on
your controller, you are free to run other
instruments ( e.g ., TGA, DMA, TMA) while
the Autosampler CE takes care of DSC