From Sample To Results: Complete Solutions For Oligonucleotide Analysis
Melting of Aspirin
Melting point and melting heat are fundamental thermophysical characteristics of pharmaceuticals and DSC can determine them. This example shows measurement of acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin), which has antipyretic analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects.

■Analytical Conditions
Instrument | DSC-60 |
Sample name | Aspirin |
Sample weight | 3.09 mg |
Atmospheric gas | Nitrogen |
Gas flow rate | 30 mL/min |
[Temperature program] | |
Heating rate : 5˚C/min |