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Five Isotherm Examples

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Moisture Sorption Applications

If you want to know how to actually use moisture sorption isotherms in your R&D efforts, here are five examples of groups that have done just that.

    Example 1: Make component mixing models
    Example 2: Set QA/AC specifications
    Example 3: Define critical control points
    Example 4: Do packaging calculations
    Example 5: Predict the effects of temperature abuse

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Specifications

Accuracy : ±0.005aw

Repeatability : ±0.003 aw

Range: 
0.030 to 0.950 aw

Isotherm Methods: 
Dynamic Dewpoint Isotherm (DDI) & Static (DVS)

External Gas: 
Not needed. If external gas, no more than 7PSI.

Computer Interface: USB

Mass Resolution: ±0.1 mg

Water Reservoir: 20ml

Sample Cup Volume: 10cc

Sample Weight: 
500 to 5,000mg

Power : 110 V to 220 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Weight: 28 lbs

Temperature: 15 to 60 °C (sample chamber temperature; sample temperature is measured separately, and may vary)

Temp Stability: ±0.1 °C

Dimensions: 
W 10" x L 15" x H 12" , 25.4cm x 38.1cm x 30.5cm

Making Cake with Isotherms

Knowing moisture sorption isotherms allows you to calculate which components gain and lose moisture (and how much) when mixed. » Learn more

QA Specs

Knowing moisture sorption isotherms allows you to calculate which components gain and lose moisture (and how much) when mixed. » Learn more

Critical Control Points

Knowing moisture sorption isotherms shows you where your critical control points should be. » Learn more

Packaging Calcuations

Knowing moisture sorption isotherms helps you balance the requirements of your packaging with your product's on-shelf quality. » Learn more

Temperature Abuse

Knowing moisture sorption isotherms allows you to see what will happen to your product at different temperatures. » Learn more

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