®Theta Software
It retains the same great user interface and has many new features and updates while retaining all the features of the 16 bit version described below.
Some of the new features include:
- Much faster. Can collect and store data up to 3 points per second.
- Automatic load cell operation.
- True multitasking!
- Specimen lengths now up to 4 inches (100 mm).
- The run-time strip chart can be printed and even turned off.
- A separate Logs directory to hold run-time information.
- An option on the main menu to empty the Logs directory.
- Temperature program edits from the run-time are now saved in the file for later use.
- A "Problem Report" can be generated automatically so Theta's tech support can duplicate the user's instrument setup exactly.
- The temperature program segment number is now saved in the data file for critical comparison analysis.
- The software now runs under Windows NT 4.0 for all instruments.
- Many other improvements, additions and fixes...
DilaSoft for Windows 32 is now shipping for the Dilatometer, DTA/TGA, Parallel Plate Viscometer and Rotating Viscometer. Available now from Theta Industries, Inc.
Our software is constantly being updated and improved. See the New Features for the latest additions. And if you need something special, ask!
Please note: The demos now include the analysis portion of the software. There is no longer any need for a separate analysis demo.
®Note: The following displays show the Dilatometer version of the software. Versions for other instruments are very similar.
The new run-time display shows all important information as the experiment progresses. The displays include: real-time bar graphs of both setpoint and specimen temperatures, strip chart recorder of expansion and temperature, temperature segment profile and much more. While the experiments are running, interactive graphs can be displayed showing expansion vs. temperature and/or expansion vs. time vs. temperature. Graph content varies according to the equipment being used. These graphs can be moved, sized and scaled while the experiment continues to run, giving the operator all necessary information about the experiment as it is taking place.
The new Report Generator automatically gathers all the data about the experiment including the materials, temperature program, tables, dates, graphs and data and formats them into user selectable reports that can be saved to disk files for later use or printed immediately on the default Windows printer.
Data analysis remains unsurpassed in the industry offering the widest array of tools, charts, graphs, tables, printouts and reports. Analysis graphs and reports can all be completely customized by the user, printed immediately or saved to disk files for later retrieval.
Theta Industries has been the industry leader in thermal testing for over 30 years. We remain dedicated to bringing our customers the finest in both software and hardware to create the most advanced thermal testing equipment available.
For information about the price and availability of Theta's latest software and equipment offerings, call, write, Fax or Email to the address below for a prompt response.
New Auto Specimen Length!
The auto specimen length feature for Dilatometers allows much faster experiment testing by freeing the operator from measuring the individual specimen lengths. Once set up in Calibration, the software automatically measures and records new specimens when the experiment is started.
New Auto Data Names!
The Auto Data Name feature frees the operator from selecting individual filenames for the saved data file and the experiment information file. This allows much faster repetitive sample testing. D/L or view the Auto Data Name docs.
New Dilatometer correction files!
Correction files guarantee absolute accuracy by measuring the differences of the components making up your particular instrument. View or download the documentation (updated 01/99) for more info.
New automatic load cell operation for the Dilatometers.
Much faster at up to 3 data points per second.
Dilatometer specimen lengths now up to 4 inches (100mm).
True multitasking!
More than one instrument can be operated at the same time from a single computer.
TMA calculations now available in analysis.
Increased resolution of the real-time strip chart display.
"None" can now be selected for the temperature controller, allowing a temperature program to still run and control mass flow valves and head speed while not controlling the furnace temperature.
Y2K Compliant!
A new Run-Time Parameter screen allows real-time editing of key experiment parameters like the shrinkage limit, valve difference allowance, torque limits, etc.
Real time editing of the running temperature program allows the user to change the program while an experiment is running.
Proportional mass flow gas valve control.
Audible and visual messages for all warning, error and critical conditions. The software actually announces the messages verbally! And the verbal messages can be translated into any language by the user
For the Rotating Viscometer: Individual rotor speeds can now be set for each individual program segment. The original torque limits control can still be used.
For the Dilatometer: The maximum length a specimen expands to can now be used to calculate the shrinkage limit. This will prevent the meltdown of materials like glass that expands, then rapidly melts.
The Reset/Exit Temperature is now optional, allowing the furnace to remain at any temperature after the experiment is canceled or ends.
The "debug channel" interface has been enhanced to allow setting each channel while in the real time debug screen. This allows the user to see the actual voltages, temperatures, lengths, etc.
Familiar, user-friendly Windows interface throughout affording the flexibility to execute experiments and analyze data simultaneously.
All software features are fully documented in on-line Windows help files, accessible at any time.
Improved temperature profile programming accommodates 100 segments - each with its own data storage interval, valve settings and head speed for more efficient data collection. The entire profile is displayed graphically on screen and can be printed.
Complete display of all instrument configuration options, experiment features and run-time parameters.
User selectable reset temperature for safer experiment shutdown.
Instrument calibration is fully controlled through software. A selectable calibration interval reminds the operator when the equipment requires calibration.
Automatic reports:
Automatic charts:
Graphical LVDT positioning for added precision.
Simulated strip-chart recorder displays the last 750 measured position and temperature points in a scrollable, time-based window.
Live displays of the current, prior and next temperature program segments, setpoint temperature, actual specimen temperature, valve output and return, etc.
Experiment run-time information is continuously updated and can be printed at any time.
Icon-style toolbar permits easy selection of displayable graphs and overall window organization. Graphic icons can be disabled to conserve screen space - all functions remain available through drop-down menus.
Run-time graphs include position vs. temperature, and position and temperature vs. time (content varies by instrument type). Each graph is an independent window which can be moved, sized, printed or closed while the experiment continues executing in the background.
Compatible with Windows multi-tasking: permits experiments to run in the background while analysis is performed in the foreground.
User-friendly, easy-to-use mouse interface.
Floating toolbar for graphics oriented operations (zoom, point selection, etc).
Multiple windows for graphs and data.
Multiple pre-formatted graphic templates supplied for user convenience.
Automatic TMA and peak detection functions.
User selectable reference/offset temperature.
Temperatures can convert between Celsius, Fahrenheit and Kelvin.
Adjustable data smoothing.
Adjustable decimal points.
Automatic temperature transition point determination and plotting.
Complete Table of Results with user selectable temperature range and increment parameters.
All reports can be viewed, printed or stored as disk files for later retrieval.
Click on one of the following to download the demos or flyer.
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