National Institute for Research & Development in Chemistry and Petrochemistry
ICECHIM
G7: Emerging nanotechnologies
ETHOS EASY Microwave Digester/Extractor (Milestone)
The ETHOS EASY is equipped with two 950 Watt magnetrons for a total of 1900 Watt. The system additionally employs a rotating diffuser that evenly distributes the microwaves throughout the cavity. High power coupled with this diffuser enable very fast heating of high throughput rotors and the complete digestion of the most difficult samples. The microwave cavity has a volume of over 70 liters, the largest currently available. Equipped with Milestone easyTEMP, a direct contact-less temperature sensor. Can be used both for sample digestion and for the obtaining of natural extracts using microwave extraction.
B-150DBR Optika Optical Microscope
The microscope can be used for the evaluation of both transparent and opaque materials. Dye-cast frame, with high stability and ergonomy, for transmitted light observation. Accessories: CL-31 Double-arm Led illuminator, with brightness control. The microscope can be used in a wide variety of applications, from general materials characterization to archaeometric studies.
SIGMA 700 – KSV Tensiometer
The Sigma tensiometer system is a modular high performance surface tension/contact angle meter, expanding a basic all round tensiometer into a highly sophisticated precision measuring system for R&D applications. The Sigma tensiometer system is a computer controlled tensiometer for the measurement of: • Surface and Interfacial tension (ST & IT) • Single Force Curve measurements with the Du Nouy ring method • Continuous Surface tension measurements with the Wilhelmy plate method • Critical Micelle Concentration (CMC) • Dynamic Contact Angles (DCA) • Powder and Porous Solid Wettability • Single Fiber Wettability (only Sigma701F) • Adsorption Behavior of Solids • Surface Free Energy of Solids • Density of liquids • Sedimentation kinetics
Ultra 3660 UV-Vis Spectrometer
Main characteristics: -Versatile test solutions: spectral test, dynamic test, photometric test, quantitative test – customizable -Powerful data-processing capability -User defineable report formats -GLP/ GMP regulations compliance -Unique dual-monochromator optical design for ultra low stray light -High precision processes and high quality techniques achieve greater durability -Intuitive user-interface for a more user friendly experience
Varian Liberty 110 ICP-AES
The Inductively Coupled Plasma – Atomic Emission Spectrometer is used for the determination of minor and trace elements from various matrices. Characteristics: Computerized interface; 60MHz radio frequency generator; Czerny-Turner 0.75m monochromator with a holographic network of 1800 lines/ mm; V-Groove nebulizer; HF-resistant spray chamber; Wavelength range: 190-780 nm.
MiniPal 2 PW4025 EDXRF
MiniPal 2 Energy Dispersive XRF (EDXRF) desktop spectrometer performs non-destructive analysis of elements from sodium right through to uranium, in concentrations from 100% down to ppm levels, from a wide variety of matrices. Based on the Si-PIN technology, the MiniPal 2’s detector combines high efficiency with a resolution better than 255 eV. The detector is thermoelectrically cooled, eliminating all the costs and inconvenience of liquid nitrogen cooling associated with other EDXRF systems. The instrument’s X-ray tube allows the use of different target materials to avoid possible masking of the sample’s spectrum by the spectrum of the tube.
Vanta C Series Handheld XRF
Vanta C Series Handheld XRF Analyzer including rhodium (Rh) anode 40 kV X-ray tube, SDD (Silicon Drift Detector), In-line camera for aiming, 3mm X-ray spot collimation and 5 megapixel sample camera for documenting tests. Primary Method: GeoChem (2 beam) Calibration for Vanta C Series, rhodium anode analyzers. Analysis for geochemical samples, measuring Mg, Al, Si, Ca, S, P, Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, W, Zn, Hg, As, Pb, Bi, Se, Th, U, Rb, Sr, Y, Zr, Nb, Mo, Ag, Cd, Sn, Sb. Precious Metals Calibration method for Vanta C Series: Analysis for jewelry and precious metal samples measuring Ti, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, W, Zn, Ga, Ge, Os, Ir, Pt, Au, Rh, Ru, Pb, Bi, Zr, Pd, Cd, In, Ag, Sn, Sb.
Non-destructive equipment for materials evaluation
A set of non-destructive equipment, focused on the non-invasive characterization of cultural heritage objects, including: Extech MO257 Pinless Moisture Meter (relative pinless moisture reading), RGB-2000 Colour analyser, Infrared thermometer, thermal imaging camera, endoscopic camera, and others.
Brookfield DV-II+Pro
The Brookfield DV-II+Pro viscometer measures fluid viscosity at given shear rates. Viscosity is a measure of a fluid’s resistance to flow applications. The DV-II+Pro offers exceptional versatility in modes of control allowing for traditional standalone operation, automatic operation or with complete control by PC.
HI99171 (Hanna instruments) pH-meter for leather and paper
HI99171 is a durable, compact and portable, waterproof pH meter, specially designed for leather and paper analysis. Automatic calibration is performed at one or two points with two sets of buffer solution. All reading and calibration information is automatically compensated for by temperature variations.
Biobase BK-FD10S
The lab series freeze dryer is suitable for freeze drying test of laboratory biomedical samples. Widely used in drugs, biological products, chemical and food industries. On the heat-sensitive substances such as antibiotics, vaccines, blood products, hormones and other biological tissue enzymes, freeze-drying technology is applied.
OPTIKA SLX-3
Trinocular stereomicroscope. Head: Trinocular (split ratio: 50/50), 45° inclined; 360° rotating. Dioptric adjustment: Both eyepieces. Eyepieces: WF10x/21 mm, high eyepoint, secured by screw and with rubber cups. Objective: Parfocal achromatic zoom 0.7x…4.5x (6.43:1 ratio) with anti-fungus treatment. Working distance: 100 mm. Stand: High-grade, precision fixed with handle and focus. Focusing: Rack and pinion focusing mechanism. Illumination: EcoLED™ swiveling incident and transmitted, with brightness control, rechargeable batteries. Color temperature: 6,300 K. Multi-plug 100-240Vac/5Vdc external power supply. 10 MP USB camera
Non-destructive equipment for environmental applications
A set of non-destructive equipment, used for environmental determinations, including: Extech MO750 soil humidometer, digital soil thermometer, soil pH tester, GAMMA SCOUT Geiger detector, soil conductivity tester, 11 in 1 ambient measuring instrument, portable microscope and others.
PCE-GM80-ICA
The PCE-GM80-ICA certified gloss device is equipped with an external gloss sensor. The Ø4.5 mm measuring surface of the gloss device also makes a significant contribution to the ability to perform measurements on hard-to-reach and small surfaces. With the calibration reference provided, the gloss device can be checked at any time. With an accuracy of 1%, the glossmeter is a high-precision measuring device. One-button operation allows the device to be operated quickly and easily.
PCE-XXM20 colorimeter
The PCE-XXM20 colorimeter is used to quickly measure the color of surfaces. The PCE-XXM20 colorimeter has an extremely sensitive RGB photodiode system as a color sensor. The color is measured using the PCE-XXM20 colorimeter in the LAB color space. The measured value is displayed as LAB, XYZ, RGB or Pantone values. The meter can also measure the color difference ΔE between two samples and can be displayed.
Small laboratory equipment
The team has a series of laboratory equipment, necessary for current activities: heated magnetic stirrers, vortex stirrers, orbital stirrers, mechanical stirrers, laboratory ovens, laboratory mini-centrifuges, heating coats, ultrasonic baths, sand baths, laboratory scales, etc.
DLAB RE100-S rotary evaporator
Vertical rotary evaporator RE100-S provided with a heating bath with a volume of 5 l, the heating range being from room temperature up to 180 ° C. It has an LED display that allows the visualization of the rotation speed, temperature and time. The heating bath with digital temperature control has a heating power of 1010 W.
Hitachi TM4000plus II scanning electron microscope with cooling stage
The TM4000 Series features innovation and cutting-edge technologies which redefine the capabilities of a tabletop microscope. This new generation of the Hitachi tabletop microscopes (TM) integrates ease of use, optimized imaging, and high-image quality, while maintaining the compact design of the well-established Hitachi TM Series products.
Gas Endeavour Complete System
The Gas Endeavour allows users to measure low gas volume and flow whenever there is a demand for highly accurate and precise measurements. The instrument can be used for research and industrial applications related to animal nutrition, waste water, ethanol fermentation, hydrogen production, greenhouse gas emissions, evaluation of microbial communities and their activity and more.
Autolab 128N multi-modular system
The Autolab 128N multi-modular system allows the measurement of both potentiostatic (cyclic, square-wave and differential pulse voltammetry, amperometry, etc.) and galvanostatic (potentiomertric and chronopotentiometric) electrochemical methods. This system allows the measurements of low currents (from 100 pA until 800 mA), in a potential range of : ± 10V, with an accuracy of ±0.2%, precision of 0.3 µV and a maximum resolution of 1 mV. Also, the system allows the application and measurement of currents from ±10 nA la ±1 A (in 9 decades), with an accuracy of ±0.2 % and resolution of 0.0003% (from the current range) and a maximum resolution of 30 fA. The potentiosatic bandwidth is 500 kHz, with a maximum polarization domain of ± 12V. The equ
3D Flashforge Creator 4, extruder HS version, 3D printer
Flashforge Creator 4 is a high-performance 3D printer for industrial use. Equipped with three extruder options, Creator 4 3D printer can print with flexible filaments, engineering filaments and carbon fiber composite filaments, good choice for commercial production.
Dana Varasteanu, Mihai Cosmin Corobea, Marius Ghiurea, Simona Pop, Irina Chican, Dorel Florea, Aurelia Piscureanu, Ioan Calinescu
Variable morphologies of self-assembled metal-complexed lauroyl-glycylglycine in the presence of montmorillonite-silica nanowires
Optoelectronics and Advanced Materials, Rapid Communications, 2013, 7(11-12), 991-996
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