GAO Tek’s chemical melting point testers have the following functions:

• Melting Point Determination: The primary function of our chemical melting point tester is to accurately determine the melting point of a solid compound. It is an important physical property that can be used for compound identification, purity assessment, and characterization.
• Compound Identification: Melting point determination is commonly used as a preliminary test for compound identification. By comparing the observed melting point of an unknown compound to reference values or published data, scientists can make initial determinations about the identity of the substance. This information can be further used in combination with other analytical techniques for compound identification.
• Purity Assessment: The melting point of a pure compound is a well-defined temperature range. Impurities or contaminants in a sample can lower or broaden the melting point range. By measuring the melting point of a sample, researchers can assess its purity. Deviations from the expected melting point range can indicate the presence of impurities or the formation of eutectic mixtures.
• Quality Control: In various industries, such as pharmaceuticals and chemicals, melting point testing is a crucial quality control measure. By verifying the melting point of a compound, manufacturers can confirm the consistency and quality of their products.
• Research and Development: GAO’s melting point testers are used in research and development laboratories. Scientists can study the melting behavior of compounds to understand their thermal properties, phase transitions, and stability. This information can be valuable in the formulation of new materials, optimization of chemical processes, and exploration of new substances.

GAO’s chemical melting point testers are often rugged, portable, versatile, and precision measurement instruments. They comply with applicable industry and government regulations such as ASTM E37-18, ISO 11357-1:2016, USP General Chapter <741> Melting Point, and ICH Harmonized Tripartite Guideline Q6A Specifications.

Our chemical melting point testers comply with relevant U.S. government regulations, such as:

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations
• National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) regulations
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations
• Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations

Our chemical melting point testers comply with relevant Canadian government regulations, such as:

• Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) regulations
• Measurement Canada regulations
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) regulations
• Health Canada regulations

Our chemical melting point testers have the following applications:

• Pharmaceutical Industry: Melting point determination is an essential quality control parameter in the pharmaceutical industry. It is used to identify and characterize drug substances, assess their purity, and detect impurities. The melting point data is often compared with established standards to ensure the consistency and quality of pharmaceutical products.
• Chemical Synthesis and Manufacturing: Our chemical melting point testers are employed during the synthesis and manufacturing of chemical compounds. They help in determining the purity and identity of synthesized compounds and provide crucial information about their melting behavior, which can be used for process optimization and quality control.
• Material Science and Polymers: Melting point analysis is vital in material science and polymer research. It assists in characterizing and identifying polymers, assessing their thermal properties, and determining the melting behavior of materials.
• Petrochemical Industry: In the petrochemical industry, melting point measurements are used to analyze and classify various petroleum-based products, such as waxes, lubricants, and fuels. Determining the melting points helps assess their composition, quality, and performance characteristics.
• Forensic Science: GAO’s chemical melting point testers are used in forensic science for the identification and comparison of unknown substances found at crime scenes. By determining the melting point of a substance, forensic scientists can narrow down potential candidates and gather valuable evidence for investigations.

Our chemical melting point testers can be shipped overnight within the continental U.S. and Canada, and can be shipped globally.