Viscol-10B Automatic Viscometer
Asphalt/Bitumen Viscometer
Viscosity is the rate of a fluid’s internal resistance to flow. Intermolecular force, molecular mass, and temperature are the main factors that affect viscosity. Fluids that have a directly proportional flow rate with friction resistance are called Newtonian fluids. Viscosity values of Newtonian fluids are commonly determined in terms of kinematic viscosity. Using capillary (kinematic) viscometers is the best method to measure the kinematic viscosity of Newtonian fluids.
With a kinematic viscometer, viscosity is determined based on the flow time of a fluid kept at a specific temperature inside a capillary with a known diameter and length. For the kinematic viscosity measurements of Newtonian fluids, automatic viscometers provide the most reliable results with precise temperature and timing control.
The Viscol 10B is suitable for viscosity measurements of heavy samples such as asphalt, bitumen, etc., up to 170°C with its integrated and external preheating options.
The instrument handles all the operations, such as measurement, cleaning, calibration, etc., automatically.
Areas of Use:
- Asphalt/Bitumen
- Mineral and Base Oils
- Used and Waste Oils
- Light and Heavy Fuels
- Crude Oil
- Marine Fuels
Methods:ASTM D445, ASTMD446, ASTM D2170, ISO 3104, ISO 3105, IP 71, DIN 51562
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Measurement range
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0.5 cSt – 25000 cSt
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Flow Time Detection Sensitivity
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0.001 s
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Temperature Range
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From ambient to 170°C
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Temperature Sensitivity
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0.001°C
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Sample and Solvent Amount
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12 ml sample – 10 ml solvent/test
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Dual Solvent Function
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Standard
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User Interface
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Touch-Screen Windows IPC
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Operating Conditions
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10°C – 35°C
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Dimensions (WxLxH), weight
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300x500x800 mm, 40kg
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Power requirement
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220 VAC – 50 Hz*
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*240 VAC – 60Hz available upon request