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RHEOTEK™  RPV-1 Polymer Viscometer

For determination of flow time of polymer solutions per Test Methods: ASTM D 789, ISO 307, ASTM D 4603, ASTM D 2857, ASTM D 1795, SCAN CM15:99, TAPPI T230-OM94, ASTM D 1243, USP<911> Viscosity, ISO 1628

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FULLY AUTOMATED POLYMER VISCOMETER to determine…  

bulletRelative Viscosity
bulletInherent Viscosity
bulletSpecific Viscosity
bulletReduced Viscosity
bulletKinematic Viscosity
bulletDynamic Viscosity
bulletIntrinsic Viscosity
bulletLimiting Viscosity Number
bulletMolecular Weight
bulletK Value
bulletDegree of Polymerization
bullet………….and others

 

Main Features

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2 automated viscometers allow simultaneous measurement of 2 samples

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Sample is automatically loaded into the viscometer from autosampler rack

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Accurate measurement of flow times to 0.001s using sensors Automatic calculation of results

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Automatic cleaning of viscometers and filling stations

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Pre-programmed with ASTM/ISO Test Methods

Advantages 

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Simple & Safe to use

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Improves accuracy

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Saves operator time

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Reduces exposure to hazardous chemicals

bulletCompliance with test methods

 

Specification

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 Temperature range (ºC): 15 to 135

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Temperature stability – typical (ºC): +/-0.01

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Flow time determinability.: <0.1% • 10 measurements, mother liquor test, RVNylon, ASTM D789, 50.0, standard deviation is less than 0.1%

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10 measurements, separate samples, IV PET, ASTM D4603, 0.820, standard deviation is less than 0.4%

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8 measurements per hour, typical.

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70 x 40ml vials are normally loaded, although system can be configured for more – depends on vial specification. Please contact us for clarification.

 

Typical Applications

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Pulp, Paper & Microcrystalline Cellulose, according toASTM D1795 and SCAN CM15:98, TAPPI T230-OM94

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Nylon according to ASTM D 789 [HIGH CONCENTRATION]

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Nylon according to ISO 307[LOW CONCENTRATION]

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PET according to ASTM D 4603

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 PET in OCP [Orthochlorophenol]

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PET in Phenol/Dichlorobenzene