Thermal Resistance Testing
Thermal resistance testing and measurement capabilities include testing to many international standards such as ASTM C518, ASTM E1530, ASTM F433 and ASTM E1225.
Methods
Specifications
Materials
Solids and Loose Materials
Thermal Resistance Range
0.001 to 0.5 m2K/W
Directional Measurement
Bulk
Temperature Range
-20°C to 75°C
Accuracy, Repeatability
3%, 1%
Standard
ASTM C518
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Specifications
Materials
Solids & Pastes
Thermal Resistance Range
0.1 to 40 m²K/W
Directional Measurement
Through-thickness
Temperature Range
-20°C to 300°C
Accuracy, Repeatability
5%, 2%
Standard
ASTM E1530
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Specifications
Materials
Solids
Thermal Resistance Range
0.1 to 1 m²K/W
Directional Measurement
Through-thickness
Temperature Range
-10°C to 80°C
Accuracy, Repeatability
3%, 1%
Standard
ASTM F433
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Specifications
Materials
Solids
Thermal Resistance Range
0.2 to 200 m²K/W
Directional Measurement
Bulk
Temperature Range
up to 1000°C
Accuracy, Repeatability
5%, 2%
Standard
ASTM E1225
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Heat Flow Meter (HFM)
Specifications
Materials
Solids and Loose Materials
Thermal Resistance Range
0.001 to 0.5 m2K/W
Directional Measurement
Bulk
Temperature Range
-20°C to 75°C
Accuracy, Repeatability
3%, 1%
Standard
ASTM C518
Guarded Heat Flow Meter (GHFM)
Specifications
Materials
Solids & Pastes
Thermal Resistance Range
0.1 to 40 m²K/W
Directional Measurement
Through-thickness
Temperature Range
-20°C to 300°C
Accuracy, Repeatability
5%, 2%
Standard
ASTM E1530
Guarded Heat Flow Meter - Gasket Material (GHFM)
Specifications
Materials
Solids
Thermal Resistance Range
0.1 to 1 m²K/W
Directional Measurement
Through-thickness
Temperature Range
-10°C to 80°C
Accuracy, Repeatability
3%, 1%
Standard
ASTM F433
Guarded Comparative Longitudinal Heat Flow (GCLHF)
Specifications
Materials
Solids
Thermal Resistance Range
0.2 to 200 m²K/W
Directional Measurement
Bulk
Temperature Range
up to 1000°C
Accuracy, Repeatability
5%, 2%
Standard
ASTM E1225
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At Forsta Varme, our-cutting edge knowledge and in house R&D on new thermal measurement instrumentation, physical models, and simulation science provides us with the skills and know-how to help you. From standardized testing to measurements made by the people who designed the method, Forsta Varme can maximize your projects thermal property outcomes.
