Automated, small sample-size adiabatic calorimeter

Abstract

An automated adiabatic calorimeter with an internal volume of 5 cm3, operable over the temperature range from 30 to 380 K is described. One of the main advantages of this calorimeter over others in use is the much abbreviated down time during sample changes, due to interchangeable sample vessels that fit into the heater/thermometer assembly. This calorimeter was tested by measuring the heat capacity of benzoic acid, and the results agreed with the literature values to within 0.5%.