1. Seebeck Coefficient & Electric Resistance Measurement System

General Instructions

• Simultaneously measures the Seebeck coefficient and electrical resistivity of the sample.
• Maximum 3 samples allowed per faculty/student/R&D user in 15 days.
• Sample types:
  • Rectangular pellets (15 mm × 4 mm × 2 mm)
  • Thin films (15 mm × 4 mm)
  • Fabrics (15 mm × 4 mm)
• Temperature range: RT – 480 °C
• Resistance should not exceed 1000 KΩ
• Measurement atmosphere: Low-pressure Helium gas
• Attach TG-DTA results while submitting samples (MANDATORY).
• Provide clear temperature and sample details at booking (MANDATORY).

2. Laser Flash Analyzer (Thermal Diffusivity & Thermal Conductivity)

General Instructions

• Measures thermal diffusivity, specific heat capacity and thermal conductivity.
• Maximum 3 samples allowed per faculty/student/R&D user in 15 days.
• Samples must be circular pellets (Ø 12.7 mm, thickness 2.5 mm).
• Surface should be smooth and crack-free.
• Temperature range: RT – 600 °C
• Attach TG-DTA results (MANDATORY).
• Provide temperature and sample details at booking (MANDATORY).

3. Power Generation Efficiency Characteristics Evaluation System

General Instructions

• Evaluates power conversion efficiency of thermoelectric modules.
• Maximum 2 modules allowed per user in 15 days.
• Module size: 40 mm × 40 mm
• Maximum temperature difference: 500 °C
• Measurement atmosphere: Helium gas
• Attach TG-DTA results (MANDATORY).

4. UV–Visible Spectrophotometer

General Instructions

• Records absorbance, reflectance and transmittance spectra.
• Maximum 2 slots per user in 15 days.
• Measurement range: 200 – 800 nm
• Samples: powders or liquid dispersions.
• Bring pure solvent (minimum 10 ml) for reference.
• Minimum liquid sample volume: 5 ml

5. Photoluminescence – Spectrofluorometer

General Instructions

• Measures room-temperature emission and excitation spectra.
• Maximum 2 slots per user in 15 days.
• Excitation/emission range: 200 – 500 nm (Mandatory).
• Samples: powders or liquid dispersions.
• Minimum liquid sample volume: 5 ml

6. BET – Surface Area & Pore Size Analyzer

General Instructions

• Records nitrogen adsorption–desorption isotherms at 77 K.
• Maximum 2 samples per user in 30 days.
• Samples must be dry powders (minimum 200 mg).
• Avoid moisture, solvents or volatile residues.
• Provide complete sample details at booking (MANDATORY).

7. Electrochemical Workstation

General Instructions

• Maximum 4 continuous slots per month.
• Bring reference, counter and working electrodes, electrolyte and cell.
• Mention technique required (CV, GCD, EIS, LSV, etc.).
• Films must be adherent and crack-free.
• Use freshly prepared electrolytes only.

8. High Temperature Furnace (Max 1000 °C)

• Maximum 2 slots per user in 15 days.
• Maximum 4 samples per slot.
• User must bring crucibles.
• Explosive or hazardous samples are NOT allowed.

9. Muffle Furnace (Max 500 °C)

• Maximum 2 slots per user in 15 days.
• Maximum 4 samples per slot.
• User must bring crucibles.
• Volatile or corrosive samples are NOT permitted.

10. Tubular Furnace – N₂ Controlled (Max 700 °C)

• Maximum 2 slots per user in 15 days.
• Maximum 2 samples per slot.
• User must bring quartz tube and crucibles.
• Atmosphere: N₂ gas.

11. Hot-Press Densification (Max 800 °C)

• Maximum 1 sample per slot.
• Maximum pressure: 10 kg/cm².
• User must bring graphite die set.
• Specify temperature, pressure and time (MANDATORY).

12. Spray Pyrolysis Unit

• Maximum 2 slots per user in 15 days.
• Substrate size: up to 5 cm × 5 cm.
• Substrate temperature: RT – 400 °C.
• Carrier gas: compressed air.
• Provide temperature, pressure and flow rate details (MANDATORY).