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MPA Horizon
Self-contained Membrane Permeation Analyzer

The Membrane Permeation Analyzer (MPA Horizon) is a self-contained cross-flow gas permeation instrument designed for investigating the competitive permeation of gases and vapors through membranes and barrier films. This advanced gas permeability tester supports multi-component analysis, measuring critical parameters such as water vapor transmission rate (WVTR) and oxygen transmission rate (OTR) to ensure comprehensive evaluation of membrane performance.

In most membranes, the nature of the environment can influence the permeation of gases or vapors, especially the temperature and humidity. The MPA Horizon enables the testing of gas/vapor permeation and permeation kinetics under real-world conditions.

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The MPA Horizon addresses the critical challenges researchers face in evaluating polymer barrier effectiveness. As a carbon dioxide analyzer, it accurately measures the transmission rates of water vapor, oxygen, and CO₂ through polymer films, providing essential insights into material performance.

In combination with complementary tools like DVS Carbon, the MPA Horizon enables researchers to analyze the impact of varying environmental conditions, such as temperature, humidity, and the presence of organic compounds. This capability is crucial for understanding real-world permeation behavior and optimizing materials for enhanced barrier properties.

Key Insights from Product Developer

Lead Product Developer, Dr. Sean McIntyre, takes you through the key benefits of the MPA Horizon and the groundbreaking functions this gas permeability tester brings to your lab.

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An Introduction to the MPA Horizon from Dr. Sean McIntyre

Multi-Component Permeation Analysis

Analyze complex mixtures of gases, vapors, and humidity simultaneously, providing a comprehensive understanding of material performance under varied conditions.

High Sensitivity Sensors

Equipped with advanced sensors, the MPA Horizon offers precise measurement of transmission rates for water vapor, oxygen, and CO2. These high sensitivity sensors ensure accurate and reliable data, which is essential for characterizing the effectiveness of polymers as barrier materials.

Measurement of Permeation Kinetics

Monitor and analyze permeation kinetics over time to understand dynamic interactions and optimize materials for improved barrier properties.

Mimics Real-World Condition

Simulates varying temperatures, humidity levels, and organic compounds to predict material performance accurately in practical applications.

Precise Water Vapor Transmission Rate (WVTR) Measurement

Accurately measures water vapor transmission rates from 0.05 to 500 g/m²/day (80 cm²).

Tunable Mass Flow Controllers (MFCs)

Precisely controls and adjusts gas flow rates, ensuring consistent, reproducible results, applicable across a wide range of studies.

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Benefits

Real-World Conditions

Predict material performance with analyses of varying temperatures, humidity, and organic compounds.

Multicomponent Analysis

Study complex mixtures of gases, vapors, and humidity for comprehensive insights.

Variable Sample Thickness

Accommodates sample thicknesses from micrometers to millimeters for diverse material studies.

High-Temperature Capability

Heat samples up to 150°C to analyze temperature-dependent permeation behaviors.

Cross-Flow Configuration

Utilize nitrogen or helium carrier gases for efficient gas flow and precise control.

User-Friendly Interface

Simplify setup and operation with intuitive controls and software.

Rapid Results

Get quick and accurate results, saving valuable research and development time.

High Reproducibility

Ensure consistent results across multiple tests for reliable data.

Multi-component permeation of humidity and CO2 through a hydrophilic membrane

Capabilities

  • Generation of single component flows of O2, CO2, or water vapor (>90 %RH) in a carrier gas
  • Multicomponent permeation and detection for gases, vapors, and humidity
  • Sample locally heated between 10-150 oC to simulate real-world conditions
  • Five gas mixing inlets on the feed side for solvent, humidity, and gases
  • Alternating detection between the feed and permeate streams
  • Small to large sample sizes up to 11 cm in diameter.
MPA Horizon sample holder heating control and incubator stability

Applications

  • Packaging film testing
  • Membrane testing labs
  • Electronics encapsulation
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Cosmetics (contact lenses and wound dressings)
  • Carbon capture with membranes
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Specifications

Construction Materials

Custom-built manifold: 316 stainless steel

Seals: Viton® or equivalent, Kalrez® optional

Tubing: 1/16 or 1/8 inch 316 stainless steel

Gas Flow Control

Control Range 0-200 SCCM

Turn-down Ratio up to 1000:1

Calibrated gases N2, CO2, He, O2, Ar

Temperature Control

Incubator control

Controls entire generation and measurement system

Control Range: 5°C to 60°C

Control Accuracy: ±0.2°C

Local sample heater

Control Range: 10°C to 150°C

Control Accuracy: ±1 °C

Heated diameter: 120 mm

Sample Dimensions

Variable sample diameter

Standard width 11 cm

Thickness <0.5 mm

Humidity Generation

Water Reservoirs

50 mL easy-change reservoir

Heated to avoid evaporative cooling

Generation

0 – 98% for 5-60 oC 1

Measurement

Measurement Range 0-100% RH

Accuracy (5-40 oC) ± 0.8% RH

Accuracy (40-85 oC) ± 1.5% RH

Gas & Vapor Sensors

CO2 Measurement

0 – 25% vol, atmospheric pressure

Accuracy: Exact 3 or 0.05 %vol. of inlet concentration

Organics Measurement

0 – 98% for 5-60 oC

Low-range sensor 1 ppb-40 ppm

Mid-range sensor 0-4000 ppm

High-range sensor 0-10000 ppm

TCD Gas Measurement

Measurement Range 0-100%

O2 Measurement

Measurement range 0-100%

Accuracy* (<1% O2) ± 0.02%

Accuracy* (100% O2) ± 2%

WVTR Measurement

(80 cm2) 0.05 – 500 g m-2 day-1

System Information

Dimensions: 520 mm (W) x 980 mm (H) x 610 mm (D)

Weight: 80 kg (180 lb)

Electrical: 200 – 240 v, 50/60 Hz, 1500 VA

System Software

Instrument Control Software

• Live data view and plotting

• Full control over parameters

• Powerful custom methods and sequences

• Multiple component permeation and detection

• Multiple concentration or temperature cycles

• Temperature changes in a single experiment

MPA Analysis Software

• Easy graphical plotting

• Permeability calculations

• Calculation of water vapor transmission rate (WVTR)

• Calculation of diffusion lag time

Footnotes:

*10 – 40 oC

1 Humidity factory calibrated at 25 oC and 60 oC. Calibrations at other temperatures upon request.

Schematics

MPA Horizon Product Schematic

Standard Compliance

The MPA Horizon complies with:

Oxygen:

  • F-1307-20
  • F2622-08 (Reapproved 2013)

CO2:

  • F2476-20
  • ISO 15105-2

H2O:

  • ISO 15106-1
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Bring the power of the MPA Horizon to your lab

The MPA Horizon is your go to machine for precision in cross-flow analysis of membranes and films. 

To find out more about how this groundbreaking instrument collection can take your research to the next step, download the instrument brochure now and have a chat with a member of our team.

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