Features and Benefits
of the New DSC 5+

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DSC 5+
Innovation for Your Lab

Thanks to the MMS 1 sensor, powerful software, and a 3-axis sample robot with gas-purged sample chamber, you can perform more experiments, in a shorter time, with less resources.
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Features and Benefits
of DSC 5+

Innovative technology, increased performance, and a more productive DSC. The perfect solution for unbeatable DSC performance.

Patented Electrical Heat Flow Adjustment
Saves Operator Time and Ensures Excellent Measurement Accuracy

The innovative design of the MMS1 sensor includes 2 integrated heaters. This enables the patented electrical heat flow adjustment and a sensor that can accurately self-adjust for heat flow.

During the adjustment process, the heaters provide a pulse of heat ev­ery 50 K, with the response being accurately measured by the temperature sensors. The heatflow is measured over a temperature range that is not possible with reference materials, with no sample preparation needed, and no operator bias. The result is a DSC that is always correctly adjusted over the entire temperature range.

This advanced feature allows users to save valuable time and increase productivity with the automatic instrument adjustment.

Power Compensation
Outstanding Resolution for Separating Close-Lying Effects

In power compensation mode, the aim is to keep the temperature difference between the sample and reference sides as close to zero as possible. On the MMS DSC sensor, this is achieved by two local heaters, one below the sample side, the “sample heater” and one below the reference, the “reference heater”. When the sample heats up due to an exothermic reaction, the reference heater activates until the reference temperature equals that of the sample. When the sample side “cools” due to an endothermic reaction, the sample heater activates until the sample temperature equals that of the reference side, which follows the programmed temperature.

The amount of power introduced by the sensor heaters is very precisely measured, resulting in a heat flow signal with outstanding resolution, and excellent separation of close-lying effects.

MultiSTAR™ Sensor with 136 Thermocouples
Exceptional Sensitivity for the Measurement of Weak Effects

The revolutionary MMS 1 DSC sensor, with 136 thermocouples and 2 integrated heaters for power compensation mode, provides superior performance. FlexMode™ allows the user to choose between measurement in either power compensation or heat flux mode.

The MMS 1sensor has two layers of 68 thermocouples in the MultiSTAR™ arrangement. These thermocouples measure the temperature difference of the sample (Ts) and reference positions (Tr). In heat flux mode, when Ts ≠ Tr due to an endo- or exo-thermic effect, the temperature difference between the sample and reference is related to the heat flow of the sample.

The use of power compensation combines the stability and robustness of a heat flux DSC with the short signal time constant and accuracy of the power compensation technology. This provides excellent resolution for the separation of close lying effects.

FlexMode™
Choose Power Compensation or Heat Flux Mode — for Optimal DSC Performance

The advanced DSC 5+ sensor with FlexMode™ functionality provides superior performance and allows the user to switch between modes to best suit the needs of the sample under investigation.

Power Compensation mode has a very short signal-time constant, providing excellent resolution and the ability to separate close-lying thermal effects.

Heat Flux mode has low levels of noise which provides the highest sensitivity for the detection of weak effects.

Time-Saving FlexCal™ Adjustment
Guarantees Accurate Results Under All Measurement Conditions

FlexCal is a unique tool that reduces the time needed for in­strument adjustment by storing adjustment parameters for each combination of module, crucible, and gas type in a database. Depending on the method, the module applies the correct ad­justment parameters, even if the gas type is switched during the measurement. If there are no adjustment parameters in the data­base, mathematically estimated parameters are applied based on known properties of the crucible and gas type. No extra adjustment is neces­sary, saving valuable time for the operator.

Innovative Robot with Gas-Purged Crucible Chamber
Protects Samples from the Environment and Operates Reliably Around the Clock

When using the sample robot, a large number of samples can be stored in the crucible chamber. To prevent unwanted interac­tions with the atmosphere before the samples are measured, the chamber can be purged with an inert gas, such as nitrogen.

The environmentally-controlled crucible chamber stores up to 96 sample crucibles and 7 ref­erence crucibles for continuous measurement. The DSC 5+ can automatically detect two different tray types that handle crucible sizes ranging from 20 to 160 μL.

Unrivalled Modular Concept
Tailor-Made Solutions for Current and Future Needs

Every laboratory has a different set of requirements for their measurement needs. We design our products to be fully modular and upgradable for a better user experience. Each option is chosen at the time of purchase but if your requirements change over time, the system can be easily upgraded, therefore protecting your investment.
Simple and Elegant
Operate the DSC 5+ module from a PC running the STARe software, and easily manage the furnace lid when manually placing or removing crucibles. An elegant and uncomplicated solution for your workspace.
Interactive Touch Screen
If your DSC is not located close to the PC, add the intuitive touch screen to easily control the module and monitor the status of your experiments. Using the OneClick™ functionality, quickly and easily start predefined methods. Simply select the predefined method, add the sample name and mass, and you are ready to measure.
Hands-Free Access to Furnace
The automatic furnace lid is simple to use and removes the risk of contamination due to manual handling and placing the lid on an unclean surface. The lid is always placed correctly on the furnace regardless of the operator, meaning measurement conditions are reproduceable and user safety is ensured.
High Sample Throughput with Complete Automation
The 3-axis sample robot, allows you to perform more experiments, in a shorter time, with less resources. The environmentally-controlled crucible chamber stores up to 96 sample crucibles and 7 exchangeable reference crucibles for continuous measurement, even when different methods are programmed. With automatic crucible lid piercing and crucible disposal features, the sample robot is capable of completely automating your measurements.
Sustainable Cooling
Add a CombiCooler to connect both liquid nitrogen and an intracooler for maximum cooling flexibility. To reduce consumption, the instrument will automatically select the correct cooling device for the method, using liquid nitrogen only when required by the measurement conditions.

The New MMS Sensor
Superior Performance

The revolutionary MMS 1 sensor contains 136 thermocouples plus 2 integrated heaters for power compensation mode. Thanks to this innovation, the DSC 5+ sets the new standard for differential scanning calorimetry.

The MMS 1 sensor is robust and chemically resistant. The power compensation mode provides excellent resolution for separating close-lying effects. Both power compensation and heat flux modes provide high levels of sensitivity. This advanced sensor provides superior performance and allows the user to switch between modes to best suit the needs of the analysis.
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The diagram below shows the innovative layering system of this revolutionary new sensor.

Layers of the MMS 1 Sensor
Multi Mode Sensor

The MMS 1sensor of the DSC 5+ represents a huge leap in DSC technology. The inclusion of heating elements in the sensor allows a power compensation measurement mode. For the first time, a single furnace DSC can measure with power compensation. This provides a single sensor with an extremely fast signal time constant for high resolution, and a high signal-to-noise ratio for amazing sensitivity.

Layers 1 and 2
136 Thermocouples

The star-shaped arrangement of thermocouples measures the temperature difference between the sample and reference positions. With two layers of 68 thermocouples, the measurement signal is amplified, resulting in very low noise for a more sensitive DSC.

Layer 3
Heaters

Two Heaters for Power Compensation
Two integrated heaters (250 µW each) are located at the sample and reference positions and become active during measurements in power compensation mode. The aim of the power compensation mode is to keep the temperature difference between sample and reference close to zero.

Exothermic effect: The temperature on the sample side increases. The heater on the reference side will then activate, increasing the reference temperature until it equals the sample temperature.

Endothermic effect: The sample becomes cooler than the reference. The sample heater will then activate, increasing the sample temperature until it equals the reference temperature.

Layer 4
Temperature Sensors

Absolute Temperature Sensors
Two temperature sensors precisely measure the absolute temperature of the sample and reference.

DSC 5+ Automation
Fully Automated Solutions for Secure and Efficient Workflows

Run more experiments and free up operator time with advanced automation solutions.
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Features and Benefits
of DSC 5+ Automation

Measuring and evaluating samples can be a time-consuming task, and it's difficult to ensure consistent interpretation and repeatable results when multiple operators are involved. To tackle this challenge, METTLER TOLEDO offers fully automated solutions to simplify sample processing, interpretation, and result assessment, saving valuable time and effort.
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Innovative Robot with Gas-Purged Crucible Chamber
Protects Samples from the Environment and Operates Reliably Around the Clock

When using the sample robot, a large number of samples can be stored in the crucible chamber. To prevent unwanted interac­tions with the atmosphere before the samples are measured, the chamber can be purged with an inert gas, such as nitrogen.

Crucible Disposal After Measurement
No Contamination of the Tray or Fresh Samples

After the measurement, the robot can conveniently dispose of used crucibles into the crucible bin. Not only does this free up space on the sample tray for new samples, it ensures no cross-contamination of the sample chamber or your fresh samples.  

Up to 96 Samples and 7 Reference Crucibles
Significantly Increases Efficiency

The environmentally-controlled crucible chamber stores up to 96 sample crucibles and 7 ref­erence crucibles for continuous measurement. The DSC 5+ can automatically detect two different tray types that handle crucible sizes ranging from 20 to 160 μL.

User-Defined EvalMacro
Consistent Curve Evaluation According to Predefined Parameters

The EvalMacro functionality in the STARe software lets you predefine limits for consistent curve evaluation of known samples, regardless of the operator. You can also define an automatic Pass/Fail as­sessment to confirm whether result sare within speci­fication. In addition, Quality Control is a useful option that allows users to automatically track product quality, compare curves and store results in material-specific tables. Statistics are dis­played for each table, allowing any deviations to be tracked over time. Using EvalMacro, the evaluation, Pass/Fail assessment, and data transfer to the statistics table can be fully automated in the method. The data can then be easily exported to Excel.

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Time-Saving FlexCal™ Adjustment
Guarantees Accurate Results Under All Measurement Conditions

FlexCal is a unique tool that reduces the time needed for in­strument adjustment by storing adjustment parameters for each combination of module, crucible, and gas type in a database. Depending on the method, the module applies the correct ad­justment parameters, even if the gas type is switched during the measurement. If there are no adjustment parameters in the data­base, mathematically estimated parameters are applied based on known properties of the crucible and gas type. No extra adjustment is neces­sary, saving valuable time for the operator.

Unique Lid Piercing and Removal System
No Change in Sample Mass During the Wait Cycle

The automated sample robot is able to pierce the lid of hermetically-sealed aluminum crucibles, or remove the protective lid of unsealed crucibles, just before the measurement starts. These unique lid-handling features mean your sam­ples are protected until the start of the measurement, preventing unwanted reactions such as oxidation, or changes due to moisture uptake or evaporation. This ensures the sample mass does not change before the experiment starts, meaning the weight entered during sample preparation remains correct, increasing your result reproducibility.

Exchange of the Reference Crucible
Provides Flat Baselines

The reference tray can be loaded with up to 7 reference crucibles. When the sample crucible type changes, the reference crucible can be exchanged automatically, ensuring a flat baseline for your measurements.

Combined LN2 and Intracooler for Sustainable Cooling
Automatic Selection Reduces Liquid Nitrogen Consumption

The CombiCooler connects both liquid nitrogen and an intracooler for maximum cooling flexibility. Depending on the method, the instrument will automatically select the correct cooling device. This means that the overall consumption of liquid nitrogen is reduced because it is only used when required by the measurement conditions.

AIWizard™ Analysis
Autonomously Evaluates and Identifies all Thermal Effects  

Automate the entire experiment and evaluation process with this unrivalled AI feature in the STAResoftware. The revolutionary artificial intel­ligence solution, AIWizard, uses neural networks trained by thousands of examples to autonomously detect, evaluate and identify all DSC effects. AIWizard saves valuable time and provides consistent and reliable results regardless of the user or their level of experience. AIWizard can be used as either your go-to expert for the automated analysis of your measurements, or your best reviewer for an independent second opinion:

Use the automated process by activating AIWizard in the Method or Routine window in the software. This will automate the entire measurement, evaluation and identification process, freeing up time for your analysts to focus on other important tasks.

In the manual process, AIWizard can be used as a second expert opinion. After your experiment, simply select AIWizard in the evaluation window for an instant autonomous evaluation to compare with your own analysis.

DSC 5+
Meet the Next Generation of Performance

With the revolutionary new MMS 1 sensor featuring power compensation mode, the DSC 5+ sets the new standard in differential scanning calorimetry. Discover a superior performing and more productive DSC.
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Features and Benefits
An innovative new sensor, powerful software, and a 3-axis sample robot with a gas-purged sample chamber; just some of the advantages of the new DSC 5+!

Power Compensation and Heat Flux Modes
The ground-breaking MMS 1 sensor lets you switch between power compensation and heat flux modes, depending on the needs of your experiment.

AI-Powered Evaluation
Using neural networks trained by thousands of examples, the AIWizard™ feature in the STARe software instantaneously detects, evaluates and identifies all types of DSC effects.

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