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Measurements

  • 3D Topography For roughness corrected contact angle
  • Sessile drop For static contact angle measurement of a liquid droplets
  • Automatic DCA For dynamic contact angle measurement
  • Meniscus For static contact angle measurement with a fiber/rod
  • Pendant drop For surface and interfacial tension
  • Batch sessile drop For static contact angle measurements

Roughness corrected contact angle

Combine roughness and contact angle measurements
Gain more information on surface wettability
Fully Automated measurements
For fast wettability analysis

Key features

  • Automated sample stage

    For automated measurements on several spots in a row

  • Disposable tip dispenser

    For easy liquid handling and reduced contamination risk

  • Touch display

    For fast measurement setup and convenient operation

  • Free software upgrades and unlimited licenses

    All-inclusive software that never gets old

  • Autofocus

    Sharp image throughout the measurement

  • Best-in-class camera with DropletPlus

    Superior image quality and improved accuracy
All-inclusive system

Software that is all-inclusive, with unlimited licenses and free updates!

Every Attension Optical Tensiometer is complemented by seamlessly integrated sophisticated OneAttension software. Our software updates are effortlessly automatic and, best of all, completely complimentary.

Applications

  • Biotechnology & medical devices
  • Paper & board
  • Pharmaceutical
  • Coatings
  • Electronics

A closer look

Theta Topography is based on the high-end tensiometer Theta Flow. Check out the specifications of both specifications for Theta Flow and the 3D Topography module below. 

Theta Flow

Available Measurements
Static contact angle and captive bubble
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Batch contact angle
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Dynamic contact angle
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Meniscus contact angle
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Surface/Interfacial tension
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3D surface roughness and roughness-corrected contact angle
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Interfacial rheology
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Surface free energy

Zisman Plot, OWRK/Extended Fowkes, van Oss Acid-Base, Wu, Neumann’s Equation of State, Schultz 1 and 2

Software and hardware
Measuring range (°, mN/m)

0…180, 0.01…2000
Accuracy (°, mN/m)

±0.1, ±0.01
Maximum sample size (mm)

Unlimited×100×320
Integrated sample holders
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Maximum resolution (px)

2592 x 2048 (5 MP)
Maximum measuring speed (fps)

3422
Camera

CMOS 1'' USB 3.0 digital camera with zoom
Image focusing

Software-controlled autofocus, manual fine focus in optics
Image quality

Enhanced with DropletPlus technology, native
Camera protection

Inside instrument covers
Camera view angle (°)

-4.5 ... 2.5, with digital scale
Light source and size

LED based homogeneous background lighting, 62 x 62 mm
Field of view (Ø, mm)

1.44…45.3
Measurement indicator LED
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Integrated touch display
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Environment monitoring
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Disposable tip dispensing
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Software

OneAttension, includes all measurement modes
Dimensions — Basic frame (L×W×H, mm)

765 x 230 x 435
Weight — Basic frame (kg)

29
Power supply (VAC)

100...240
Frequency (Hz)

50...60

3D Topography module

Hardware Other specifications
Dimensions: 17 cm x 16.5 cm x 11.5 cm Method name: Fringe projection phase-shifting
Weight: 2.6 kg XY pixel size: 1.1 μm x 1.1 μm
Power supply: 100 - 240 V AC Measured range in Z direction: 1 μm – 60 μm
Frequency: 50 - 60 Hz Axial resolution: 4 nm
System requirements Lateral sampling: 1.41 mm x 1.06 mm (XY).
(Stitching option up to 4.2 mm x 4.2 mm)
Antivibration or stone table recommended Working distance: 18 mm
Motorized XYZ sample stage required Maximum sample size on sample stage:
Unlimited x 320 mm x 22 mm (L x W x H)
  Imaging options:
Optical image, 2D roughness map, 3D roughness map
  Measurement duration per one measurement:
5-30 s (1280 x 960 measurement points)
  Analysis parameters (ISO 4287, ISO 4288):
• r (for Wenzel equation)
• θc, roughness corrected contact angle/Wenzel contact angle
• Sdr (%), Sa (um), Sq (um)
• Horizontal, vertical and from chosen 2D line segment Ra, Rq,
Rp, Rv, Rz, R10z
  Waviness filtering: Gaussian high pass filter (ISO 11562)
  Sample requirements/limitations:
Diffuse reflecting surface required

 

OneAttension Software

We made our software for Theta Topography with you in mind. It is a fine combination of a very intuitive interface and high functionality. Follow your experiment live, and get the results within seconds. OneAttension is analyzing made easy. Let's have a look at the features! 

OneAttension Features

  • User friendly interface
    To get you going in no time
  • Fully automated measurements
    Saving your time and avoiding user dependency
  • Automatic baseline detection and drop shape fitting
    Just to simplify for you
  • Autofocus keeps the picture sharp
    Less user-dependency, more accuracy
  • Seamless interplay with integrated touch screen
    Set up your measurements in seconds
  • Optimized image quality
    Ultra-high resolution image optimized for reliable results
  • Automatic roughness-corrected contact angle
    Distinguish surface roughness from surface chemistry
  • Versatile roughness parameters
    Selection of both 3D and 2D parameters with one measurement
  • Image your surface
    Optical image, 2D representation and 3D representation of the surface are given
  • Surface mapping of larger areas
    Stitching function combines several scans into one large image

Add more possibilities

Have a look at a few of the additional modules compatible with the New Dispensers from Attension Theta Topography. You can find the full range of accessories below. 

c204a

Tilting cradle

A software controlled tilting cradle. Used for studying dynamic contact angles. Tilting range from 0 to 90° and tilting resolution 0.1°. The vacuum stage top C204B is recommended to be used with this option.

t315a

Picoliter Dispenser

Automated picoliter-scale drop formation. Especially for inkjet applications and for measuring contact angle on very small sample areas.
c203e

Measuring chamber, electrically heated, 250° C

Thermostatted electrically heated measuring chamber for air phase temperature control of substrate and drop.

t214

Pulsating Drop Module - PD200

Software controlled drop size pulsing for interfacial rheology measurement of viscoelastic properties of interfacial layers at liquid-air or liquid-liquid interfaces.

What others say

Our instruments are present at many prestigious universities and research facilities world wide. Take a minute to find out what others say about Theta Flow. 

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Mika Latikka, PhD, Postdoctoral Researcher, Soft Matter and Wetting. Aalto University

”The touch display in Theta Flow makes measurement preparation faster and simpler. Actions like changing the sample and sample liquid are greatly facilitated which allows increasingly efficient measurements.” 
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Aalto University, Finland

Aalto University is a top Finnish university combining science, technology and arts into a collaborative environment for both scientific communities and companies. Our contact angle meters and tensiometers have been used there in research for decades. 

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Researcher at MIT, US

“The reproducibility of the measurements acquired is excellent even with the lowest surface energy values and the tensiometers are quite flexible with regards to sample size. The software is also very useful and the customer support for the products is excellent.”

 

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MIT, US

MIT, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, is a world-leading research university with a mission to advance knowledge and educate students in science and technology. MIT uses our tensiometers to study contact angles and interfacial energy. 

Learn more

We have gathered all our in-depth knowledge associated with Theta Topography. Browse around amongst overviews, case studies and white papers to find a topic of your interest. 

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Contact Angle - What is it and how do you measure it?
White Paper

Contact Angle - What is it and how do you measure it?

Learn more about one of the most used measurement method to study the wettability of the surface.

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Superhydrophobic and Superhydrophilic Surfaces for Cell Trapping
Webinar

Superhydrophobic and Superhydrophilic Surfaces for Cell Trapping

Check out the webinar by Ville Jokinen, PhD from Aalto University on Superhydrophobic and Superhydrophilic Surfaces for Cell Trapping

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The Influence of Surface Roughness on Wettability
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The Influence of Surface Roughness on Wettability

Learn how surface roughness is measured with Theta Topography and in what applications it is useful.

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Determination of Optimal Plasma Treatment Time of Polypropylene
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Determination of Optimal Plasma Treatment Time of Polypropylene

Learn how contact angle and surface free energy can be utilized to determine the optimum plasma treatment time.

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Surface Tension and Surfactants in Industrial Processes
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Surface Tension and Surfactants in Industrial Processes

Get an overview of how surfactants are used in industrial processes.

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Wettability Measurements in Biomedical Applications
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Wettability Measurements in Biomedical Applications

Read how wettability measurements have been utilized in biomedical research

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Effect of Wettability in Biomedical Applications
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Effect of Wettability in Biomedical Applications

Explore why wettability measurements are an important part of biomaterial characterization.

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Using Contact Angle Measurements in Surface Research and Quality Control
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Using Contact Angle Measurements in Surface Research and Quality Control

Get an understanding about how contact angle measurements are utilized in industry to optimize and control surfaces.

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The Importance of Contact Angle in Industry
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The Importance of Contact Angle in Industry

Get examples of how contact angle measurements are utilized in different industries.

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