SL-109 | Department of Mechanical Engineering |IIT Kanpur
The Laser Flash Thermal Conductivity (LFTC) Facility offers thermal diffusivity measurements and thermal conductivity evaluation using the NETZSCH LFA 447 Nano Flash analyzer.
Equipment: Laser Flash Analyzer (LFA)
Model: Netzsch LFA 447 Nano flash
Usage Charges & Booking:
Researchers from all academic institutions, research laboratories, and industries are welcome to use the facility.
| User category | Charge per slot | Booking Procedure | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| IITK users | ₹3,000 | Book and submit signed user form and sample in SL-109 |
Substitute Form |
| Non-IITK users | ₹3,000 + 18% GST | Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | 1. Testing Letter 2. IITK Bank Account Details |
NB for Non-IITK users:
- Email with sample details. After email confirmation, submit testing letter (format attached) on the PI’s / supervisor’s institute letterhead, duly signed by the supervisor or PI.
- Make payment through online transfer or DD to IITK Bank account (details attached) and share the transaction details.
Sample Requirements:
Samples must be flat, solid and have parallel faces. Accepted dimensions are:
- 10 x 10 mm square specimen
- 7 mm diameter round specimen
- 4 mm diameter round specimen
Typical thickness is approximately 2 mm
NB: Users should provide density and specific heat values for getting thermal conductivity data; otherwise, only diffusivity data will be provided.
Additional Information:
The performance of the NETZSCH LFA 447 NanoFlash is periodically verified using certified reference materials. Measured thermal diffusivity values show excellent agreement with standard values, demonstrating the reliability and accuracy of the instrument.
Contact:
- Vasudevan Iyer | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Satyabati Das | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.