TA760SN - Mobile Thermo-Analysis
For analysing grain refining and modification


The IDECO® Thermo-Analysis system, is a qualitative measuring system for the simple determination of grain refining and the modification of liquid aluminium alloys. The system records the cooling process of a metal sample in detail and analyses it automatically. The temperature acquisition and measurement results are graphically displayed.

  • All measurements are identified and documented.
  • It is designed as a mobile device for flexible use in production operations.
  • The sensor technology is calibrated by IDECO as standard with a certificate and seal.
  • The sample ingots and temperature sensors used are reusable, therefore conserving resources and reducing costs.
  • A (one-handed lever) device for precise positioning and for lowering again afterwards enables the safe and simple use of the thermal sensor.
  • Fan cooling of the sample ingots to room temperature guarantees consistent testing success and a good level of reproducibility.
  • The IDECO Thermo-Analysis system is network-compatible as standard and therefore offers every possibility for integration into the in-house QA system and for further processing of the data (e.g. with the IDECO "QS-Master" software) to facilitate evaluation of the measurements in even greater detail (derivative functions, energy coefficients, comparison curve analysis, magnification) (see also Quality Management / Software).

Tabular overview of the current measurements with sample identification and measurement result.

User-related identification of each measurement (e.g. "article", "customer", "batch", "furnace", "alloy", etc.) with plausibility check

Self-configurable selection or validation lists can simplify sample identification and avoid input errors.

Automatic measured value identification for frequently recurring entries, e.g. for follow-up measurements 

Automatic recording and analysis of the cooling process of the metal sample with simultaneous graphic display

Detailed graphic display of the measurement result with indication of the points with thermal relevance. This enables verification of the measurement result.

Search and filter function for all stored measurements

Thermo-analysis measurements can be subsequently supplemented with additional data (e.g. VAC-TEST / spectral / temperatures) and a comment

If a Density Index Analysis System is connected to this device, VAC-Test measurements can also be documented separately (without a thermo-analysis measurement)

Printout of measurements on a local or network printer (if available)

Customised software adaptations are of course possible

Secured system ("kiosk mode"). No access to the operating system for the operator

Manual backup of measurements on USB data carrier


Further individual functionalities are possible when connected to a network, e.g.:

  • Import of master data to facilitate or secure identification input
  • Import of alloy-related or article-related min./max. target values for results evaluation
  • Automatic transfer of additional data from other devices (e.g. spectral analysis)
  • Automatic export of measurement results to a CSV file
  • Automatic data backup to a network folder

Calibrated temperature reading acquisition with 60 measurements per second
Evaluation range from 700 - 480 °C (changes possible)
Highly accurate temperature resolution of 0.1 K
Automatic sensor system: Automatic raising and lowering for safe and simple temperature recording

Fanless industrial PC: Intel ATOM CPU, SSD, Windows 10 IoT LTSC
Compact keypad with wipeable dust protection membrane
15" LED monitor
Interfaces: USB, Serial D-Sub, Network RJ45
Additional LED display of the temperature
Fan for cooling the sample ingots to room temperature
Side casting ladle rack included
CE conformity
Tested according to DGUV provisions

  • Dot matrix printer
  • Visualisation of the measurement results with 2 LED lights
    Additional visual display (green / red) of the setpoint ranges with two further LEDs for quick and simple display of
    "OK" or "not OK"
  • Spectral Data Transfer Module
    Software add-on module for automatic conversion of the measurement data of an existing spectral analysis device to provide the data for thermo-analysis
  • "NO-ANA" module
    Software add-on module for recording the temperature curve without automatic analysis, e.g. for alloy development and research
  • Extended temperature evaluation range possible

  • Design Mobile Thermo-Analysis System produced from a powder-coated steel structure and anodised aluminium cladding and racks. With industrial fixed and swivel rollers with brake
  • Dimensions approx. W: 760 x D: 870 x H: 1480 mm
  • Weight         approx. 140kg
  • Energy
    • 230V / 50Hz
    • 115V / 60Hz
    • 127V / 60Hz
    • and more

We provide a 24-month warranty. The prerequisite for this is annual servicing by IDECO GmbH. (12-month warranty with 3-shift operation)

  • Coated sampling ladle
  • Rack for sampling ladle
  • Ingot holder
  • Ceramic sample moulds
  • Temperature sensor
  • Ceramic sleeves
  • Tool paste
  • Operating manual