ANALYSIS OF METHODS FOR DETERMINING OUTGASSING RATES
Abstract
Methods of determining outgassing rates of materials under vacuum are discussed with emphasis on the accuracy and limitations of each. Pressure measurement techniques included are rate of evacuation, rate of rise, and a number of conductance methods. Assuming Langmuir's model for sticking probability, it is shown that these techniques can introduce large errors in determinations of desorption rates due to incorrect choice of pumping speed. Instrument calibration procedures and comparisons of results employing different techniques are also given.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1964
- Accession Number
- AD0608660
Entities
People
- J. D. Trelinger
- J. I. Shipp
Organizations
- Arnold Engineering Development Complex