FORCE TENSIOMETER – K20

Product catalog summary

Overview
The Force Tensiometer – K20 by KRÜSS is a stand-alone instrument designed for quality control in interfacial chemistry. It is user-friendly, precise, and does not require a computer or external power source, making it ideal for routine measurements in quality assurance.

Specifications and Features

Measures surface and interfacial tension using the ring and plate method.
Includes density measurement for the ring method.
Features a motorized sample stage for precise measurements.
Operates independently with long battery life and integrated data memory.
Temperature control accessories allow measurements from -10 to 90 °C.
Data management options include direct display output, software transfer, and printer connectivity.

Procedures and Applications

Rapid manual preparation with a large, illuminated sample area.
Processor-supported measurement sequences for reproducibility.
Applicable for testing decomposition products in oils, surfactant effectiveness, and cleaning validation.
Useful in industries such as food, oil, and chemical manufacturing.

Additional Information
KRÜSS offers scientific consulting and support, ensuring customers stay updated with the latest developments in surface and interfacial chemistry. The company provides global support with locations in Germany, USA, China, France, and the UK.

Catalog excerpts

THE STAND-ALONE TENSIOMETER FOR QUALITY CONTROL

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TENSIOMETRY FOR QUALITY ASSURANCE – FAST, USER-FRIENDLY, REPRODUCIBLE Measurement of surface and interfacial tension, as well as the density of liquids Fast and easy use in quality control Semi-automatic measurement programs for reproducible conditions As specialists in interfacial chemistry, we at KRÜSS develop scientific measuring instruments with high precision and intuitive operating concepts. In our solutions for the everyday demands of quality assurance, we draw on our comprehensive application know-how and use high-quality components which perform precisely reproducible measurement sequences....

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READY FOR CHANGING TASKS AND DAILY ROUTINE Stand-alone operation with long battery life Temperature control accessories for process-oriented analyses Optionally with software-supported data management Independent of the mains supply and computers Our Force Tensiometer – K20 allows for versatile use thanks to long battery life and an integrated data memory in stand-alone operation. The low weight and simple installation of the instrument enable quick relocation. Meaningful simulation of technological processes The optional tempering jacket enables measurements between -10 and 90 °C. Thus the instrument...

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ALWAYS CLOSE TO YOU At KRÜSS, we combine technical know-how and scientific expertise with plenty of passion. That is why we not only produce high-quality measuring instruments for surface and interfacial chemistry – we offer a unique combination of product and scientific consulting. Our continuous know-how transfer ensures that not only we at KRÜSS keep pace with scientific developments, but also our customers. In this way, we help you to optimize and make better use of your technologies. This has made us the global market leader in the field of surface and interfacial tension measurement. As...

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FORCE TENSIOMETER – K20

FORCE TENSIOMETER – K20

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