Conductivity probes and cell

Conductivity probes and cell

Conductivity and impedance measurements

CSIRO can assist with conductivity and impedance measurements for new materials.

  • 20 July 2009 | Updated 14 October 2011

Research into new materials demands advanced methods of characterisation.

CSIRO's expertise and equipment in materials characterisation can help establish electrical/ionic conductivity values for your new materials.

Capabilities

CSIRO can help with both conventional bulk solutions and speciality measurements, including:

  • solid state data collection
  • small sample amounts (liquids 2-3 ml; solids 200-300 mg)
  • low conductivities, down to 10-7 Scm-1
  • temperature dependence, over a wide range of temperatures.

How the service works

Researchers and industry concerned with materials characterisation and research and development can use CSIRO’s specialised equipment on a not-for-profit basis following a brief introduction.

Equipment

CSIRO's range of testing equipment includes:

  • Agilent 4284A 20Hz-1MHz precision LCR Meter
  • Schlumberger SI 1255 HF Frequency Response Analyse
  • Schlumberger SI 1286 Electrochemical Interface
  • Metler ToledoSeven Multi
  • Eurotherm temperature controller
  • Electrodes and cells for various applications.

Find out more about other Technical Services and Facilities CSIRO offers.