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SmartPave Asphalt Rheometer
The SmartPave is a dynamic shear rheometer (DSR) based on the established technology of the Physica MCR rheometers. It incorporates innovative features like the Toolmaster™, a Peltier temperature device for dry sample heating, and a software interface that guides the user step-by-step through pre-defined measuring procedures. The SmartPave Rheometer takes asphalt testing to previously unattained levels of accuracy, comfort, and ease of use.
SmartPave and SmartPave Plus
* Powerful, synchronous EC-motor drive
* High-precision air bearing including patented normal force measurement sensor
* Patented Peltier temperature control designed for asphalt applications according to AASHTO TP5
* Dry heating, no water flow around the sample
* Fully automated temperature calibration
* Toolmaster™: Patented system for automatic recognition of measuring system and accessory
* Quickfit coupling: Easy, one-hand system for connecting the measuring system
* Large working space for convenient sample filling, trimming, and cleaning
* Ethernet connection for remote control of the instrument through the company network
SmartPave Plus - Additional Features
* Highend asphalt rheometer for use with Peltier system and convection temperature device CTD 450
* Solid torsion bar fixture for asphalt DMA/DMTA measurements
Softwar
* Pre-defined step-by-step instructions with all test types as defined by the AASHTO TP5
* Test methods include Original Binder, RTFO and PAV (both grading and verification)
* Pre-defined templates for linearity check and automatic temperature calibration
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Rheological evaluation through controlled stress measurement offers superior viscosity profiling, thixotropic response, yield stress determination and Creep Analysis. The Brookfield R/S Rheometer offers both controlled rate and controlled stress measurement. Available with cone/plate, plate/plate, or coaxial cylinder measurement geometry, the R/S Rheometer offers powerful flow characterization tools including ramp, loop, and single point testing. A wide range of shear rate, shear stress, and torque provide flexible flow analysis including creep and yield measurement. The R/S Rheometer is designed to accommodate the high throughput required of quality control laboratories. It also offers the sophisticated flexibility required of research environments. The R/S Rheometer provides cost effective, worry free operation for a variety of laboratory applications.
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AMVn Automated Micro Viscometer
AMVn measures the rolling time of a ball through transparent and opaque liquids according to the rolling ball principle. Measurement is possible with as little as 150 µL sample volume. Results are given as relative, dynamic or kinematic viscosity. You can also use the quick and easy analysis options of the Rheoplus software to determine the intrinsic viscosity, K value or molar mass of a polymer solution. AMVn is compact and economical, and saves you space in the lab.
Economical
* from 150 µL sample
* Space-saving, modular system
* Rapid and precise Peltier thermostat
* Combine with a sample changer and density meter for maximum efficiency
Quality
* High precision and comparability of the measurement results
* Closed system - no sample/air contact
* Variable measurement angle for zero viscosity calculation
* Highest resistance to aggressive solvents
Comfort
* Built-in Peltier thermostat (5 - 135 °C)
* Powerful software for recording and analyzing data
* Factory-calibrated measuring systems
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MINIVIS 445 Viscosity Tester
Portable Micro-Viscometer
The MiniVis 445 is the clever combination of a rolling ball viscometer, an advanced density meter, and an automatic filling system: Precise determination of dynamic and kinematic viscosity over a wide temperature range, all in rugged instrument fit for heavy duty environments, yet precise enough for the lab bench.
The use of reflection sensors makes it possible to cover a wider range of applications: even samples as dark as used or heavy-oil can be measured with highest accuracy and repeatability.
Users appreciate the small sample volume and the automatic sample feeding, the measurement cell is easily accessible and eliminates the usual cleaning problems of other viscometers.
Temperature control with the built-in Peltier elements eliminates large water baths and allows for quick determination of viscosity indices.
Features:
* Excellent correlation to ASTM D445 and ISO 3104
* Viscosity range of 0.2 to 2000 mm²/s (mPa.s)
* Viscosity index (ASTM D2270)
* Only 25 mL sample for measurement and cleaning
* Only 3 min. turnaround time for 100 cSt at 40°C
* Fast thermoelectric temperature control (Peltier):
* Wide temperature range: -20 to 110 °C
* Automatic sample introduction
* Cleaning cycles automatically programmed
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LAUDA Viscosity measuring system PVS - fully automatic and safe
The LAUDA viscosity measuring system is built up from independent and self-contained functional units. These are linked through a central control unit to a conventional PC which controls the entire measurement sequence and evaluates the measured data. The decentralized structure enables all components to operate independently of each other.
The modular structure also permits economic system arrangements which are optimally matched to actual requirements. The configuration can thus be adapted to a larger sample throughput, to new tasks, or to the integration of newly developed modules.
Viscosity evaluation for a great variety of materials like plastics, lubricants, oil and fuel, Enzyme activity, Cellulose.
Flexibility
✜ Individual combination of components to suit the current task
✜ No ballast through unnecessary functions
✜ Readily extended at any time
✜ Always the latest version by integrating newly developed modules
Functionality
✜ Decentralized arrangement
✜ Independent intelligent components through single chip processors
✜ Simple and reliable operation
✜ Long life, all functional components have maximum resistance to chemicals and heat
✜ Automatic filling of up to four independently operating viscometers
✜ Automatic emptying and cleaning with up to two cleaning liquids
✜ Facility for mixed operation with two sample types dissolved in different media
✜ Operations controlled completely by PC
✜ Maximum safety in handling dangerous substances
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The AVSPro automatic sampler is a fully automated measuring instrument for determining the viscosity of Newtonian fluids with capillary viscometers.
In spite of the high sample throughput, the AVSPro provides maximum accuracy and reproducibility and even allows unsupervised 24-hour operation.
The AVSPro automatic sampler works with the capillary method, which is the most precise method for determining the viscosity of Newtonian liquids in terms of physical chemistry. The great versatility offered by viscometers with optical and TC sensing systems opens up an extremely wide range of applications. This includes measurements of clear liquids as well as opaque petroleum products.
The main feature of the automatic unit is the three-axis positioning mechanism of the sample dosing system. The new X-Y-Z positioning mechanism allows parallel operation of up to eight viscometers in two thermostatic baths, which can be set at two different measurement temperatures.
Because of its large throughput capacity and its functional reliability, which it has demonstrated in the course of continuous practical operations, the AVSPro has proven itself to be an indispensable instrument for day-today utilization, particularly in the petroleum and plastics industries.
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HVU 482 - AUTOMATIC LOW TEMPERATURE KINEMATIC VISCOSIMETER
Automated low temperature viscosity determinations of aviation turbine fuels; high & low temperature lubricant testing
Totally microprocessor controlled, this time-saving instrument features two Ubbelohde-style capillary tubes in a programmable constant-temperature bath, local keypad and display, near-infrared or thermistor timing of efflux flow, and an automatic tube cleaning system. The HVU482 simultaneously tests up to two samples using standard Ubbelohde-style capillary tubes. Near-infrared (NIR) or NTC thermal meniscus detection systems precisely measure flow properties of even the most challenging sample types, while an automatic tube cleaning system incorporates Kalrez(tm) seals to withstand use of aggressive solvents such as toluene or acetone. Complete cycle time, including automated cleaning, is 30 to 40 minutes. Results can be exported immediately or on-demand to a printer or LIMS. Add the powerful Herzog Laboratory Information System (HLIS®) Windows-based software for enhanced operation and data management.
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The R6000 from Imatek is a laboratory grade twin-bore capillary rheometer. In conjunction with the RheoSolve software package it enables you to rapidly make high accuracy rheological measurements on a wide range of materials.
Both shear and extensional properties of the specimens can be obtained, at rates representative of those encountered during normal processing, such as extrusion, injection moulding, blow moulding and film blowing. Suitable for research, process development and quality control in the polymer, food, pharmaceutical, ceramics and many other industries.
Key features:
• High quality instrumentation
• Robust, reliable design
• High throughput
• Low cost of ownership
• CE-approved safety features
• Wide range of optional equipment
• World-class analysis software
• Imatek support
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The RHEO-TESTER 1000 is an intelligent tabletop High Pressure Capillary rheometer to determine the flow behaviour and viscosity of thermoplastics and elastomers. With a max. test force of 15 kN and a high level of user friendliness the Rheo-Tester 1000 is an ideal entry model instrument in the field of rheological quality control.
Key Features:
- Presetting, measurement control and evaluation via the Windows programme WebRheo version
- Microprocessor system for data acquisition
- Temperature controller with max. 2 heater circuits with own microprocessor
- Electrically heated test chamber with easily exchangeable test barrel
- Pressure transducer or force transducer can be installed
- Operating mode "Constant speed": Presetting of max. 20 piston speeds, measure of melt pressure or piston force
- Operating mode "Constant pressure": Presetting of max. 20 melt pressures or piston forces, measure of piston speed
- Evaluation of the apparent or the real shear stress by real test pressure measurement
- Test data storage and presetting of the next value is done automatically after stabilisation of the test data (e.g. stationary flow)
- Die swell measurement
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This tester offers one-cycle automatic test for mesuring shear rate and shear stress with cleaning device. Light load or heavy load machine is selectable.
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The viscosity of Newtonian fluids can be most precisely determined using capillary viscometers. This method of measurement, measures the time taken for a defined quantity of fluid to flow through a capillary with a known diameter and known length. With the industrial production of such precisely calibrated capillary viscometers, we have created the conditions to enable this measuring method to establish itself worldwide as a reliable procedure.
With the development of the first automatic measuring systems, we replaced the stopwatch with automatic registration of the fluid at the start of the 1970’s. Since then, subjective measuring errors have been a thing of the past.
VISCOMETERS AND THEIR RANGE OF USE
Ubbelohde viscometers, normal form
Ubbelohde viscometers, normal form (ASTM)
Ubbelohde viscometers, with additional tube and threads
Ubbelohde viscometers with TC sensors
Micro-Ubbelohde viscometers, viscometers for dilution series
Cannon-Fenske viscometers
Ostwald viscometers
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The AST-100 is the world's most innovative means of viscosity control. The AST-100 is a versatile instrument that is excellent for customers who are looking for viscosity control (i.e. maintaining the viscosity of the product) in their process more than the measurement of an exact number (ex. 23.5cP). It is easy to install, cleans-in-place, and has no moving parts, so maintenance is minimal. With available options it is suitable for explosion-proof applications or 3A food-grade applications as well.
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MIVI PROCESS VISCOMETER FOR INLINE, ONLINE AND ON REACTOR APPLICATIONS
Simple, Rugged, Reliable, No wear part, Low maintenance, Operates in any position, Easy installation
GENERAL TECHNICAL DATA
• Maximum working temperature up to 200 or 300°C
• Maximum working pressure up to 60 bar or 150 bar (500 possible at request)
• Maximum viscosity range up to 1000 Pascal.second
• Watertightness of the body IP67
• Material 316L SS, Hastelloy, ...
• Protective coatings Diamolith, PTFE, enamel
• Exproof approval ATEX, FM, JIS
• Sanitary design on request
INDUSTRIES :
Petrol, Petrochemical, Chemical, Food & beverage, Cosmetics, Printing & coating
APPLICATIONS :
Polymerization control, Heavy fuel oil control, Inks control...
PRODUCTS :
Oil, Polymers, Fuels, Bitumen, Resins, Gels, Emulsions, Cheese, molasses, Paints, Inks...
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PNR 12
The penetrometer can be equipped with various testbodies (e.g. cone, needle) and therefore is widely used in the field of research, engineering and production control of various sectors of industry.
The penetrometer is a digitally indicating instrument on microprocessor base used to determine the plasticity of a wide range of materials, as well as for the evaluation of such theological characteristics as rheopexy and thixotropy.
Possible user groups are:
Adhesives, Airports & Aviation, Asphalt, Automotive, Beverages, Bitumen, Chemicals, Confectionery, Constituent, Cosmetics, Fats, Food, Lubricant, Mastics, Motor Vehicles, Paraffin, Penetration, Pharmaceuticals, Plastics, Polishes, Regulatory Authorities, Road Research, Rubber, Tar, Various, Wax
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Flow Time Measuring Instrument CUPTIMER 243 T
Objective determination of flow time for viscosity measurements using standardized flow cups. Including temperature bath and adapter rings for the different flow cups. Automatic measuring sequence with optical detection of the efflux stream of sample. Flow times up to 200 s can be read from the LCD with an accuracy of 0.01 s.
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Full automatic lab melt indexer has been completed. This tester can perform the continuous test for 12 specimens by the robotized mechanism.
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Highthroughput Rheometer HTR
The first fully automated rheometer for high-throughput experimentation is based on the established Physica MCR series. The rheological measurement are carried out by the MCR and the Rheoplus software, while the robot takes care of the sample loading, trimming and the cleaning of the upper and lower measuring system.
Technical Highlights
* Twenty-four hour operation
* Reliable rheological measurement with a standard Physica MCR rheometer
* For cone-plate, parallel plate and concentric cylinder systems
* Fully automated sample loading and trimming
* Barcode reader for sample identification
* Fully automated cleaning with customized procedures
* Full range of rheological measuring parameters in rotation and oscillation
* Temperature control with Peltier heated and electrically heated systems
Software
* Method development with the Rheoplus software
* Automated analysis, printout and export of measuring data
* LIM/SAP interface for software control through a master system
* Methods and data are interchangeable between lab and automation equipment
* Individual set of measuring and analysis parameters for any number of samples
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The VISCORobo is a fully automatic Viscosity and Melt Flow Rate Test Robot which feeds the test material into the test chamber automatically, performs the test and then cleans the test chamber, test piston and capillary. The VISCORobo can be used to determine viscosity curves, the melt flow rate MFR in g/10min and the melt volume rate MVR in cm³/10min of plastic, granules, "gravel" and powder. The gravel and powder must be free-flowing.
Key Features:
- The sample container is identified automatically by means of the attached bar-code label.
- The sample container is transferred to the sample magazine automatically.
- The capillary die required to perform the test is transferred from the capillary magazine and inserted in the test chamber automatically.
- The test material is fed into the test chamber automatically.
- Automatic viscosity test
- Automatic melt flow rate test with test weights.
- The capillary is transferred from the test chamber to the cleaning oven automatically after the test has been completed.
- The capillaries are returned automatically to the correct position in the capillary magazine after they have been cleaned in the oven.
- The test chamber is cleaned automatically with various cleaning tools.
- The test piston is cleaned automatically.
- Automatic melt cutting unit.
- Automatic die swell tester (optional).
- Device for automatic opening of sample container (optional)
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Mono Online Rheometer Type MOR-R (round) MOR-F (flat)
Round and flat capillary rheometer with melt pump and one capillary for easy viscosity assessment.
Wide-Range Online Rheometer WROR
A multi-purpose measuring unit for continuous assessment of the MFR values and the entire flow curve over a shear stress range of 103/sec. The stream flows through three different capillaries successively. The test procedure is all-automatic.
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This tester can perform the continuous DTUL or VSP test automatically for 120 specimens by the robotized mechanism.
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The Models 603 HDTM and 303 HDTM are the latest generation of Tinius Olsen's digitally controlled Automatic Deflection Temperature/Vicat test equipment, with an automated testing sequence that proceeds according to user defined control and configuration parameters.
All testing hardware is fully complemented by Tinius Olsen developed software that turns your hardware into a sophisticated quality analysis system. Be sure to examine the software products to determine which package is right for your application.
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The Davenport PETPlus from Lloyd Instruments is a unique test instrument designed for the safe solvent-free intrinsic viscosity (IV) measurement of
moisture-sensitive PET. It can be operated in stand alone mode or with our powerful data analysis software package NEXYGENPlus PET.
Most IV test instruments use the solvent method. However, not only is this method expensive, but also involves the handling and disposal of toxic solvents. The PETPlus instrument by contrast offers significant cost and environmental benefits using a non-solvent method, which is kinder to the environment, and saves on the high cost of purchase and disposal of solvents.
Unlike other IV measurement instruments, the PETPlus can test polymers at virtually all stages of the process: from incoming resin, powder and granules, molten polymer, preforms, PET bottles and even re-ground material.
Tests can be completed in under 20 minutes. Rapid testing can be carried out using ancillary equipment for controlled sample collection and preparation.
The microprocessor controlled system provides high accuracy measurements, temp. control to ±0.1°C and storage of up to 600 results. An LCD displays multi-lingual instructions for the test as well as the results. An RS232 interface allows connection to a PC for fully automated software control and downloading of results.
Molten PET is extruded through a calibrated die by nitrogen gas under pressure and the LVDT probe movement against time is recorded and displayed. The system measures the optimum flow rate and calculates intrinsic viscosity. The PETPlus also measures the degradation factor and provides the mean and standard deviation for the batch.
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The new Sine-wave Vibro Viscometer, the SV-A Series, is a solution to the excessive use of expensive sample fluids during viscosity measurements. This new viscometer can perform viscosity measurements with sample liquid as small as 2ml (SV-1A).
The SV-A Series incorporates the tuning-fork vibration method. Unlike a rotational viscometer, which requires several different rotors to cover a wide range of measurements, the tuning-fork vibration viscometer is capable of using the same, fixed sensor plates to perform continuous measurements from very low to high viscosity [SV-1A: 0.3~1000mPa•s (cP), SV-10A: 0.3~10000mPa•s (cP), SV-100A: 1000~100000mPa•s (cP)].
The SV-A Series has a temperature sensor (0 ~ 160˚C) right next to the viscosity sensor plates: it is widely known that viscosity is temperature dependent (−2 ~ −10%/˚C) and this feature enables users to easily monitor the relationship between viscosity and temperature. In addition, the SV-A Series also comes standard with the Windows Communication Tools, WinCT-Viscosity that receives viscosity and temperature data from the SV-A Series and creates a graph on a PC in real time. Consequently, changes in viscosity and temperature over time as well as the correlation between viscosity and temperature can be observed visually.
Furthermore, the SV-A Series features a super-fast measurement speed (the initial viscosity coefficient is indicated just 15 seconds after starting the measurement), very high accuracy (repeatability is only 1% of the reading), and a simplified calibration function (a one-key operation that utilizes purified water), etc.
Please see the Users Handbook for the SV Series for further details.
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The New DV-I Prime Viscometer...
...exciting new look, new feel and new features!
Middleboro, MA - Brookfield Engineering introduces the new DV-I Prime Viscometer featuring a totally new look and feel with several exciting new features. The shape, color scheme and keypad layout have all been improved. New “Timed Option” and “Print” buttons have also been added to the easy-to-use keypad.
The new DV-I Prime now includes an RS-232 PC interface for use with optional Wingather Software. Featuring tabular and graphical display, Wingather allows the user to collect, analyze and
record test data within the application or export data files to Excel. There is also a new printer output connection so the operator can send data directly to a printer or file.
The DV-I Prime now features direct access to timed mode, greatly enhancing time test functionality. And, DV-I Prime Viscometers ordered with the temperature sensing option have a new temperature offset capability to ±5°C.
With these dynamic new features plus continuous sensing and data display, the DV-I Prime
Viscometer is best value on the market!
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With the modular concept of the Processor viscosity measuring system PVS 1, measuring routines can be performed efficiently, quickly, safely, and with good reproducibility. It enables the automatic determination of kinematic viscosities using standardised capillary viscometers and an optimum adaptation to the requirements of the application with respect to sample throughput and automation. This unique modular system allows individual configuration of measuring systems, from one to four to even eight measuring stands, with automatic cleaning or automatic sample generator.
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PORTABLE/LABORATORY LIQUID VISCOMETERS VM-300 SERIES
VM-300 is a portable/laboratory Viscometer. It offers highly accurate Dynamic Viscosity measurements in seconds. Resonant technology applied in VM-300 is based on the changes of the sensitive element (resonant tube) in measured liquid. Proven resonance technology performs stabile measurements and can be used for very viscous liquids. Robust design of the VM-300 provides measurements in field conditions.
Viscosity is the most important oil characteristic. Dynamic viscosity can increase or decrease as a result of contamination, fuel dilution, shear thinning, water-oil emulsion presence, etc. Therefore viscosity is extremely important for out-of-spec fuel detection, equipment`s damage prevention and quality determination of large range of products like hydraulic oil and lubricants, transformer oil, etc.
New age of LEMIS process combined meters measure various critical parameters: density, concentration, dynamic viscosity, kinematic viscosity, temperature. Two meters in one device saving cost of installation and maintenance!
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The PIVI is the only portable viscometer as stable in process as in lab.
PRINCIPLE :
The active part of the PIVI is a vibrating rod, held in oscillation by a constant electrical power. The vibration amplitude varies according to the product viscosity where the rod is immersed.
ADVANTAGES :
• Especially developed for field, factory and laboratory viscosity measurement
• Easy-to-clean
• No wear part
• Low maintenance
• Simple, Rugged
• Accurate and RELIABLE
• Instantaneous digital display with 40 measurements memory and RS 232 link.
OPERATING CONDITIONS :
• Sample temperature : 200°C
• Sensor temperature : 100°C
• Sensor water tightness : IP 67
• Sensor material : 316 L stainless steel
• Autonomy : 4 hours
MEASUREMENT RANGE :
• Any range from 0,1-100 mPa.s to 100-100 000 mPa.s
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ViscoStar Viscometer
On-line differential viscometer with unparalleled signal-to-noise ratio, low baseline drift and noise. Accepts external signals for zero, purge, and recycle. Ethernet and USB communications, full color LCD display conveys data at a glance. Transducer Protection System (TPS) and user-selectable delay volumes also included!
Wyatt Technology in collaboration with Professor Skip Rochefort's group at Oregon State University used a DAWN EOS, an Optilab rEX and a ViscoStar to measure the intrinsic viscosity and Mark-Houwink-Sakurada (MHS) behavior of Hyaluronic Acid (HA). Unusual MHS behavior was demonstrated, perhaps helping explain the large variation in HA MHS coeffiecents that have been reported in the literature.
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MFI-10 Melt Flow Indexer
(Tests to BS2782 Part 7: Method 720A, ISO 1133 and ASTM D 1238 Methods A and B)
The MFI-10 is an intelligent, modular system, which offers flexibility of testing and increased automation, especially when used in conjunction with the optional easy to use NEXYGEN data analysis software. The main base unit can be configured for either manual or fully automatic testing. For those who use the same machine for a given test, a standard test set-up may be saved and password protected. Those doing several different tests may save up to 10 set-ups and recall them by name. Operators need not be experienced, the backlit LCD gives written instructions at each step with audible prompts at the correct time and results calculated and displayed at the end of the test. Busy laboratories will save time and improve health and safety by automating the whole process with the addition of the optional displacement transducer and weight loading device.
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Model: ZRZ1452
Temperature range: 100-450 oC
Features:
ZRZ1452 Melt Flow Indexer is a high precise melt testing instrument for the measurement of melt flow rate (MFR)/(MI) or melt volume rate (MVR) in quality control and research applications. The testing result can distinguish the viscous flow performance of thermoplastic material by the model ZRZ1452 showing its advantage in the following industries: factories, products quality testing station, scientific and research institutes, and concerned industries. Comply with the international standards ISO1133, ASTM D1238, ASTM D3364, BS2782, DIN53735, JIS K7210.
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