Dynamic Contact Angle and Surface Tension Analyzer

The FTA-II Dynamic Contact Angle and Surface Tension Analyzer is a highly adaptable video system used for analyzing contact angle, surface/interface tension, wettability, and adsorption properties. Its improved software provides an affordable solution for many industrial and academic measurement tasks. Measurement methods are real-time displayed on a computer screen, and the observed images can be stored for future processing. The system can capture dynamic and static interactions of liquids, with analysis based on droplet size and shape displayed as graphical outputs.

The instrument allows continuous frame capture and event-triggered functionality, for instance, when a droplet falls from the liquid head. Automatic, semi-automatic, and manual analysis modes are available to handle various graphical complexities. The system's versatile nature is highlighted by its ability to detail sample interactions from multiple views, not just side profiles. The hardware includes a measurement platform and a video capture card, typically requiring a PCI slot on the PC for integration. The software is compatible with several Windows operating systems and supports network data transfer.