RheoOptics - Rheo-Microscope

The Rheo-Microscope delivers insight into the inner structure of the sample during rheological measurements. The combination of light microscopy and rheology allows the visualization of the influence of shear and deformation forces on the sample structure. Among other things, you can observe and record the structure of emulsions at various points in the shear field through the microscope during shear. The high temperature microscope allows microscopic investigations of polymer melts and mixtures at temperatures up to 300 °C. The setup consists of a CCD camera, a microscopy tube, illumination and a long working distance objective.
Rheo - RheoMicroscope+Lens
Rheo - RheoMicroscope+Lens
Rheo - RheoMicroscope+MCR
Rheo - RheoMicroscope+MCR

Technical highlights

  • Light microscopy simultaneous to rheological measurements
  • Modular open design of the microscope with standard optical components
  • Camera, microscope lens and light source are exchangeable
  • Measuring systems made of glass to avoid reflection
  • Microscope can also be used as stand-alone system
  • Full integration with RheoPlus software allows video and image recording during the measurement

Overview of available systems

  • Rheo-Microscope with Peltier temperature control for measurements up to 120 ºC
  • Electrically heated high-temperature microscope for measurements up to 300 ºC
  • Lens magnifications: 5x, 10x, 20x, 50x

Image recording and display

  • RheoPlus software controls both rheometer and CCD camera
  • Automated image/video recording during measurement
  • Direct alignment of images and videos to rheological data

Industries

  • Chemical Industry
  • Education, Research
  • Food Industry
  • Materials Science
  • Petroleum Industry
  • Pharmacy, Medicine/Biotechnology