DTCM
DVM Thermal Control Module
- Thermal chambers designed to be used with the DVM.
- Uniform and controlled temperature around the DVM.
- Compatible with E4: SME-BOX, Laptop, or PC.
DTCM Overview
DTCM was designed after extensive simulation and testing to ensure uniform temperature distribution across the DVM sensor; thanks to it, the DTCM is used to heat a fluid sample at different controlled temperature points or a temperature ramp and take accurate, repeatable, and reliable viscosity and density measurements.
DTCM also enables HPHT (High-Pressure High Temperature) static fluid analysis with DVM connected to an external high pressure pump in field and mobile units without compromising the integrity of data, such as PVT tests for oil and gas industries.
DTCM Variants
DTCM-PL
DVM Thermal Control Module - Solid State TCM Version
DTCM-PL is an all-in-one version designed to control the temperature without an external heat source within a limited temperature range (10°C below ambient to 150°C). Its small size (smaller than a Neo Espresso machine) makes it perfect to be used in small setups.
Heating and Cooling element
Peltier Element
Dimensions
240 x 260 x 260 (mm)
9.5 x 10 x 10 (inch)
Total Weight
11 Kg (23 lb)
Temperature Range
10 °C (or 15 °C below room temperature) up to 150 °C
Temperature Stability
0.005 °C
Operating Ambient Temperature
max. 65 °C (150 °F)
Communication Interface
USB-C, and RS-485
Power Input
24 V DC 15 A
Compatible Controller
E4: SME – BOX
Laptop or PC
DTCM-BB
DVM Thermal Control Module - Bath Based
DTCM-BB ensures thermal uniformity around the DVM using an external bath temperature source. It’s mostly used, when a wide temperature range, which can’t be met by the DTCM-PL, is required.
Heating and Cooling element
External Bath
Dimensions
240 x 260 x 260 (mm)
9.5 x 10 x 10 (inch)
Total Weight
11 Kg (23 lb)
Temperature Range
Dependent on the bath
Bath Inlet and Outlet Ports Connection
Swagelok 8mm
Operating Ambient Temperature
-40 to 200 °C (-40 to 400 °F)
Compatible Controller for the bath
E4: SME – BOX
Laptop or PC
DTCM Software
All the DTCM variants include a specific software designed by Rheonics to control the temperature profiles, ramps, or points where the customer wants to take the measurements. As well, this software records all the data obtained by the DVM sensor and displayed in a nice view for easy understanding or to be processed by the operators.
DTCM Compatible Products
SME-BOX (E4)
The SME-BOX is our electronics designed for lab environments.
E1, E2, and E3 SME Variants
(with a PC or Laptop connection)
Accessories
See more about our different TCM accessories
STCM
Take a sample from the process and measure the viscosity and/or density of the fluid. Control the fluid’s temperature and maintain it thermally uniform around the sensor’s sensing element with the built-in heating and cooling module or through an external bath source.
STCM-IFP
Integrate the device directly in a bypass line for static viscosity analysis. A dedicated valve controls the intake of new fluid samples, while an integrated solid-state module provides active heating and cooling for precise fluid temperature control.
Calibrator
Use the Rheonics Calibrator along with the Rheonics Calibrator Software to certify your SRV and SRD sensor calibration.