AvCount3 Particle Counter – SA1100-3
Laboratory Particle Counter for Fuel, Lubes, and Hydraulic Oils
The AvCount3 is a compact bench-top automatic particle counter, used to measure the size and distribution of particles and water droplets in light and middle distillate fuels, including aviation fuel and kerosine, biodiesel, low viscosity oils, and hydraulic oils. The test process is fully automated. Having prepared your sample in accordance with method instructions, simply insert the metal dip tube into the sample container, select a test method and initiate the test, the test proceeds without any further operator intervention.
- ISO 11171 calibration
- Cumulative counts/ml
- ISO 4406 cleanliness codes
- Colour touch screen
- Dilution ratio calculation
- Real-time display of test progress
- User-programmable
- LIMS, network and VNC connectivity
- Programmable alarm limits
- User and sample identification
- 14 embedded test methods
- Integral printer
- 500,000 test memory
- In-field verification and calibration
Methods: ASTM D7619; ASTM D7647; ASTM D975; IP 565; Defence Standard 91-091; Defence Standard 91-86; IP PM FA; GOST 17216; ISO 4406; ISO 60970; NAS 1638; SAE 4059
Cost Savings
- Low operator time due to simplicity of set up and automation, giving operators the option to work on something else and reduce labor costs
- Small test volume, 10 ml (without flush), can reduce cost and waste IMS or network compatibility for quick result interpretation, increasing productivity
- In-field calibration eliminates time and costs associated with sending the instrument to a service centre
Ease of Use
- Features a simple user interface with a touchscreen display
- The fully-automated test means extensive operator training is not required before using the instrument
- User-defined test methods are easily programmed
Enhanced Functionality
- Dilution protocol for testing of high viscosity samples
- Real-time display of test progress and ability to view previous results whilst running a sample
- Password-protected levels for security
- 14 embedded methods for fuel and oil testing
- User and sample identification – track and trace
Precision and Accuracy
- Fully automatic test sequence and consistent sample handling ensures test repeatability and reproducibility
- ISO 11171 calibration protocol
- Programmable alarm limits S
- QC analysis allows analysis of results in accordance with ASTM D6299
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Operation |
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Principle of operation |
Laser obscuration |
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Test methods |
14 embedded test methods, user-programmable including ASTM D7619; IP 565; ISO 4406; NAS 1638; SAE 4059; GOST 17216 |
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Particle size range |
ISO 11171: 4μm(c) to 70μm(c) (calibration for larger sizes available on request) |
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Test duration |
Less than 3 minutes |
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Pressure (max) |
Online pressure 10 bar gauge |
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Sample temperature range |
Ambient 0 to 70 °C |
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Operating temperature range |
Ambient 5 to 40 °C |
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Relative humidity (max) |
80% @ 40 °C |
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Sampling method |
Bottle sample and continuous |
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Programmable test method parameters (via PC) |
Size Protocol (number of repeat measurements, flush volume before the first measurement, flush volume between measurements, flush between measurements) Single or automated repeat tests, interval between repeat tests |
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Display and control system |
Real-time test progress and results, touchscreen |
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Measurement |
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Measuring channels |
16 size channels displayed on the instrument, 4μm(c) to 70μm(c) and 2μm to 100μm (ISO 4402 sizes) |
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Counts per measurement (max) |
60,000 per ml |
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Coincidence error limit |
60,000 particles/ml ≥4μm(c) with ≤ 5% co-incidence error (ISO 11171) |
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Sample viscosity (max) |
68 mm2/s (using an internal pump), 200 mm2/s (pressure fed @ 3 bar gauge) (SA1950-0 Sample Delivery System is available as an accessory) |
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Sample volume (typ) |
80 ml for ASTM D7619 & IP 565, from 20 ml for other methods (includes flush cycles) |
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Sample delivery |
Integral Dual Piston Pump (DPS) downstream of the cell |
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Sample flow rate |
30 ml/min ±5 ml/min |
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Data Management |
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Results format |
Cumulative, Particles/ml, ISO 4406 cleanliness codes/classesNumerical and graphical display |
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Memory |
500,000 result memory Print via internal printer, export to LIMS, USB or QR code |
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Connectivity |
RJ45 Ethernet or USB |
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Number of calibration points |
16 (MTD) |
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Power requirements |
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Voltage |
100/240 V, 50/60 Hz, Auto-sensing universal power supply |
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Physical |
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Size (HxWxD) / Weight |
370 x 230 x 270 mm / 6 kg |