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Consultancy and testing at Department of Chemistry- For External Candidates

S. NoName of the InstrumentSpecification  DescriptionTesting CapabilitiesStaff Incharge
1.FTIR-  Fourier Transformed Infra-Red Spectroscopy  

FTIR Prestige-21 with ATR:

  1. Spectral Range: 7800-350 cm-1
  2. Spectral Resolution: 0.5-4 cm-1
  3. Detector: DLATGS (Deuterated L-Alanine-doped Triglycine Sulphate)
  4. ATR (Attenuated Total Reflection) Accessory: Single reflection diamond ATR
  5. Scan Speed: Up to 20 scans/sec
  6. Data Acquisition: Automatic
  7. Sampling: Solid, liquid, and gas samples
  • The FTIR instrument is a powerful analytical tool used to identify and quantify the molecular composition of materials.
  • This allows for the identification of functional groups, molecular structures, and contaminants in a wide range of samples, including plastics, polymers, and other organic materials.

Our laboratory offers testing services using FTIR Prestige-21, providing:

  • Identification and characterization of materials
  • Quantitative and qualitative analysis of chemical composition
  • Detection of contaminants and impurities
  • Analysis of polymers, pharmaceuticals, food, and environmental samples`
Dr A. Ramalinga Chandra sekar 
Contact No. –9894532757, 
email: arcchem@tce.edu
2.Differential Scanning Calorimeter 

DSC 60:

  1. Temperature Range: -140°C to 600°C
  2. Heating/Cooling Rate: 0.1°C/min to 100°C/min
  3. Sensitivity: 0.1 μW
  4. Sampling: Solid, liquid, and gas samples
  5. Atmosphere: Nitrogen, helium, or air
  6. Data Acquisition: Automatic
  • The DSC instrument is a thermal analysis technique that measures the heat flow into or out of a sample as it is heated or cooled.
  • The DSC instrument provides valuable information on the thermal properties of materials, including melting points, glass transition temperatures, and heat capacity.

Our laboratory offers testing services using DSC-60, providing:

  • Thermal property analysis of materials
  • Determination of melting points, glass transition temperatures, and heat capacity
  • Study of thermal transitions, such as crystallization, degradation, and oxidation
  • Analysis of polymers, pharmaceuticals, foods, and other materials
Dr A. Ramalinga Chandra sekar 
Contact No. –9894532757, 
email: arcchem@tce.edu
3.Brook Field Viscometer 

Brookfield Viscometer DV II+T with Thermosel:

  • Measurement Range: 1-2,000,000 cP (mPa·s)
  • Accuracy: ±1% of full-scale range
  • Repeatability: ±0.2% of full-scale range
  • Temperature Range: 20°C to 250°C
  • Spindle Speed: 0.3-100 rpm
  • The Brookfield Viscometer DV II is a digital viscometer used to measure the viscosity of liquids and semi-solids.
  • The instrument is suitable for a wide range of applications, including quality control, research and development, and process optimization, in industries such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food, and chemicals.

Our laboratory offers testing services using Brookfield Viscometer DV II+T, providing:

  • Viscosity measurements of liquids and semi-solids
  • Determination of flow behaviour and rheological properties
  • Evaluation of material properties under various temperatures and shear rates
  • Quality control and quality assurance testing
  • Research and development testing
Dr A. Ramalinga Chandra sekar 
Contact No. –9894532757, 
email: arcchem@tce.edu
4.Compression Testing Machine 

Compression Testing Machine (CTM):

  • Capacity: 3000 KN (300 ton)
  • Test Speed: 0.5-50 mm/min
  • Accuracy: ±1% of indicated load
  • Resolution: 0.01 KN (0.01 ton)
  • The Compression Testing Machine is a laboratory testing instrument used to measure the compressive strength and properties of various materials, such as concrete, cement, plastics, and composites.

Our laboratory offers testing services using Compression Testing Machine (CTM), providing:

  • Compressive strength testing of concrete, cement, and other construction materials
  • Evaluation of material properties, including compressive strength, modulus, and deformation
  • Research and development testing
Dr A. Ramalinga Chandra sekar 
Contact No. –9894532757, 
email: arcchem@tce.edu
5.Optical Fluorescence Microscope 
  • Microscope Type: Inverted or Upright Fluorescence Microscope
  • Objective Lenses: 4x, 10x, 20x, 40x, 63x, 100x
  • Fluorescence Illumination: High-intensity LED or Mercury lamp
  • Excitation Filters: 365nm, 405nm, 488nm, 555nm
  • Emission Filters: 420nm, 520nm, 590nm, 670nm
  • Camera: High-sensitivity CCD or CMOS camera
  • Image Resolution: Up to 2048x2048 pixels
  • The Optical Fluorescence Microscope instrument is a powerful tool for materials characterization, allowing researchers to visualize and analyse the microstructure and properties of materials at the nanoscale.

Our laboratory offers testing services using Optical Fluorescence Microscopy, providing:

  • High-resolution imaging of fluorescently labelled samples
  • Visualization of cellular structures and proteins
  • Analysis of material properties and defects
  • Detection of biomarkers and pathogens
Dr A. Ramalinga Chandra sekar 
Contact No. –9894532757, 
email: arcchem@tce.edu
6.Marshal Stability Value Apparatus 

Marshal Stability Value Instrument (AIMIL):

  • Model: AIMIL-MSV-1000
  • Loading Capacity: 0-10,000 lb (0-44.5 kN)
  • Deformation Rate: 0.5-5.0 mm/min
  • Load Cell Accuracy: ±0.5% of full scale
  • Deformation Measurement Accuracy: ±0.01 mm
  • Sample size: 102 mm diameter x 63.5 mm height
  • The Marshal Stability Value instrument is a testing device used to determine the Marshal Stability Value of compacted asphalt mixtures.
  • The instrument provides accurate and reliable results, and is widely used in the construction and transportation industries for the design and evaluation of asphalt mixtures. 

Our laboratory offers testing services using the Marshal Stability Value instrument (AIMIL), providing:

  • Determination of Marshal Stability Value (MSV) of bituminous mixtures
  • Measurement of flow value and deformation of bituminous mixtures
  • Evaluation of bituminous mixture's resistance to deformation and flow
Dr A. Ramalinga Chandra sekar 
Contact No. –9894532757, 
email: arcchem@tce.edu
7Scanning Electron Microscopy 
TESCAN-VEGA-3-Scanning Electron Microscope -  Materials technology lab Department of Chemistry. Scanning electron microscope (SEM) is a type of electron microscope and produces images of solid samples by scanning the surface with a focussed beam of electrons.
  • SEM is used to examine the surface of a sample at a higher resolution
  • Evaluation of particle size, shape, porosity, grain size and grain boundary 
Dr M Velayudham  
Contact No. – 9842378423, email:mvchem@tce.edu
8Electrochemical work station 
CH-Instruments– Electrochemical workstation- Dept.of Chemistry Lab Electrochemical workstation is a sophisticated instrument used to measure and control electrical signals in electrochemical experiments.
  • Electrochemical workstation is an important instrument to test corrosion of metal and alloys by Electrochemical Impedance, TAFAL Polarisation.
  • In addition to this, Electrochemical oxidation/reduction- Cyclic Battery charge-discharge, chronopotentiometry. voltametry, Differential pulse voltammetry can also be tested. 
Dr V Velkannan,  
Contact No. – 9840839171,    
email: velkannan@tce.edu
9Solar stimulator 
Solar Simulator with I-V Measurement System – Indigenously Made. Research Lab, Dept. of Chemistry lab Solar stimulator is a light source and mimics natural sunlight. It is used to create a controllable indoor test environment.
  • Solar simulators are used to test Current – Voltage
  • characteristics of Solar Cells, Solar thermal and concentrating optics. 
Dr R Siva Kumar 
Contact No. 9940743702 
Email id: rsrchem@tce.edu
10Spin coater 
Spin Coater Chemistry -  Research Lab,  Department of Chemistry -  Indigenously Made Spin coater is a device used to deposit thin uniform films on flat surface 
  • Deposition of thin films for optical studies, corrosion protection, etc.
  • Coating of thin films and    polymer films
Dr M. Kottaisamy 
Contact No. –94894804140, email:hodchem@tce.edu
11Optical Fluorescence Microscope 

Ocean optics – 2000, spectrophotometer Measurement wavelength range from 220 nm to 850 nms. Dept.of Chemistry Lab

  • Lamp Source: Dand Tungsten lamp for both UV and visible light regions  
Ocean Optics - UV-Visible miniature spectrophotometer is used to measure the electromagnetic radiation from 220 nm – 850nm   and provide datas  with    high spectral resolutions
  • Ocean optics spectrophotometer is used   to measure the transmittance, absorbance, reflectance of thin films, powder samples.
  • It is also used to test the band gap of semi conducting, organic/ inorganic materials,
  • It is used to test luminescent materials and white LEDs and their luminescent emission color co-ordinates. 
Dr M. Kottaisamy 
Contact No. –94894804140, email:hodchem@tce.edu