Thermal Conductivity Testing and Measurement Services

Thermal Conductivity Testing and Measurement Services

Thermal conductivity is a measure of a material’s ability to transport heat. It is an important property for a variety of applications, ranging from dissipating heat from delicate components to preventing heat loss in critical situations. Testing for thermal conductivity can be carried out using transient, steady-state, or flash methodologies. 

A wide choice of methods for calculating thermal conductivity is available, including Transient Plane Source Changed (MTPS). The MTPS method applies a momentary constant heat source to the sample using a single-sided, interfacial heat reflectance sensor. The measuring pulse typically lasts between one and three seconds, and direct measurements of thermal conductivity and effusivity provide a thorough understanding of the sample material’s heat transport capabilities.