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TMA 2940 CE 4–35
Figure 4.12
Encapsulating Press
with Pellet Press Die Set
Preparing
Moldable Powders
To prepare moldable powder samples for use
with the parallel plate rheometer accessory,
follow these instructions:
1. Install the pellet press die set in the Encapsu-
lating Press as previously described.
2. Pour sufficient sample material (~30 to 50
mg) into the pellet press cylinder to produce
a disc 0.25 to 1.00 mm in thickness.
3. Lower the pellet press piston by bringing the
Encapsulating Press handle forward. Firmly
press the handle down to form the sample
disc.
Parallel Plate Rheometer Accessory