CA-X: Product Info | Specifications
The Tantec FACE CA-X series meters bring highly repeatable contact angle measurements and
detailed surface energy 
analysis to users in a simple-to-use, fully integrated package. These contact
angle meters can be used for evaluating the surface
energy for adhesion, determining the hydrophobic and
hydrophilic nature of the surface, surface cleanliness
and liquid absorption rates.
By simply clicking on both edges and the apex of the droplet displayed on the large 14" monitor, the image capture hardware and the integrated software combine to give you the contact angle measurement in less than a second.
This eliminates potential sources of human error in measurement. Not only are contact angles printed out real-time but statistical data are summarized and printed out for documentation of results. Curvature correction on curved surfaces such as lenses can also be made.
The FACE CA-X Image Processing Series of contact angle meters feature:
Complete image capture software for fast, highly repeatable measurements
Large Motorized X-Y specimen stage with
LEFT/RIGHT, UP/DOWN and mechanized
FOCUS for easy use
Image capture hardware for color monitor
display of liquid droplet image
3 specimen sizes available:
Model CA-X - 2"x 2 3/8" x 3/8" thick (50 x 60 x 10mm)
Model CA-X150 - 6"x 6"x 3/8" thick (150 x 150 x 10mm)
Model CA-X200 - 6" diameter x 3/8" thick (150mm dia. x 10mm)
Complete line of optional accessories for multiple liquid measurements, measurements at different
temperatures and surface free energy analysis
Contact angle can be measured as a function of time with programmable intervals for maximum
flexibility.
Standard CA-X Image Processing Package Includes:
Contact Angle Meter, track ball, printer, color monitor, spare lamp, 5 glass syringes, 5 stainless steel
needles, level, spare fuse, dustcover, 3 reams of printer paper, (3) standard droplets for system
calibration and checking.
Optional Accessories Include:
Video Printer: image of the monitor can be copied for technical reports and papers.
Parts for 3 state method: for measuring the contact angle of a bubble or liquid surrounded
by a liquid droplet.
Constant Temperature Vessels: Room temperature to 374 deg F (190 deg C) , 50 to 158
deg F (+10 to 70 deg C) or room temperature to 716 deg F (380 deg C) vessels available.
Hot/Cold Water circulator bath
Automatic Liquid Dispenser: remote control of the supply water via the track ball switch.
Ideal for QC measurements.
Surface Free Energy Analysis Software: Software package to determine total surface free
energy, dispersion, polar, hydrogen bond, adhesive work and interface free energies. PC operating
Windows 3.1 or Windows 95, 16MB memory required.
Tilt Platform: for advancing and receding angle measurements with a motorized drive.
Syringes: teflon coated or stainless steel syringes 15, 18, 22 or 28 gage.
Measuring Method: |
Sessile Drop |
Measuring Range: |
0-180 degrees |
Magnification: |
CA-D x 36, CA-DT,-S150 x 16; CA-D - S150 x 36; CA-DT x 16 |
Resolution: |
+/- 0.5 degrees |
Accuracy: |
+/- 1 degree for CA-D and -S150 |
Sample\Specimen Stage Sizes: |
Model CA-D, DT 2"L x 3/4"W x 13/32"thick (50 x 20 x
10mm) |
Input Voltage: |
120V/60Hz, 2A |
Dimensions: |
Model CA-D,-DT 8 11/16"Wx 21 11/16D x 17 5/16"H
(220 x 550 x 440mm) |
Weight: |
Model CA-D, -DT 44lbs. (20kg), Model CA-S150 48.4lbs (22kg) |
Optional Accessories Include:
35mm single lens reflex camera with support-image can photographed for technical reports and papers. Useful for advancing and receding angle measurements
Parts for 3 state method-for measuring the contact angle of a bubble or liquid surrounded by a liquid droplet
Constant Temperature Vessels (for CA-D and CA-DT only)-Room temperature to 374 F (190C) , 50 to 158 F (+10 to 70C) measurements or room temperature to 716 F (380C) measurements
Hot/Cold Water circulator bath
Surface Free Energy Analysis Software - software package to determine total surface free energy. dispersion, polar, hydrogen bond, adhesive work and interface free energies. PC operating Windows 3.1 or Windows 95, 16MB memory required.
Syringes - Teflon-coated or stainless steel syringes 15, 18, 22 or 28 gauge