The SM Core Lab has several new high performance cutting-edge instrumentation for thermoanalytical, spectrometry, rheological, and mechanical testing of soft materials. UNC and non-UNC customers may reserve time with one of our instruments after an initial basic operation and safety training with our staff. Also offered are instrument-specific theory and applications training for individuals or groups tailored to suit your needs. Please visit our Services and Rates page for a complete listing of services offered.
Available Instrumentation/Capabilities:
Rheology and Mechanical Analysis
CAUDILL BLDG, RM 12
- TA Instruments Hybrid Rheometer/Dynamic Mechanical Analyzer (HR30)
- Instron Universal Mechanical Tester (34SC-1)
- Piuma Nanoindenter (Optics 11)
Thermal Analysis
CAUDILL BLDG, RM 12
- TA Instruments Differential Scanning (DSC250)
- TA Instruments Thermogravimetric Analyzer (TGA5000)
Spectroscopy
CAUDILL BLDG, RM 125
- Cary UV/VIS Spectrometer (Cary50)
- Cary UV/VIS/NIR Spectrometer (Cary5000)
- Reinshaw Raman Microscope (inVia)
- Edinburg Instruments Fluorescence Spectrometer (FLS980)
Contact Angle and Force Tensiometry
CAUDILL BLDG, RM 12
- Biolin Scientific Optical Contact Angle (ThetaFlex)
- Biolin Force Tensiometer (Sigma 701)
Do you need an accessory or geometry we don’t have?
If you have a specific rheology or mechanical test for which we do not have an accessory or geometry available, we invite you to contact us. We would love to discuss your needs and how our laboratory can perhaps meet them and find a solution mutually beneficial to your lab and the SM Core Lab.