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Capillary Viscometry

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Introduction to Capillary Viscometry
Capillary viscometry is a precise method for measuring the viscosity of Newtonian fluids by timing fluid flow through a capillary tube. SI Analytics has developed automatic systems to reduce errors, making this method a global standard in industries like mineral oil, polymers, pharmaceuticals, and food.
Applications of AVS® Measurement Systems
AVS® systems are crucial for quality assurance in sectors such as automotive, electronics, food, and medicine. They measure the viscosity of materials like motor oils and body fluids.
ViscoClock Overview
The ViscoClock is an entry-level device for automatic viscosity measurement, replacing manual methods. It is compatible with Ubbelohde and Micro-Ostwald viscometers, operating from -40°C to 150°C, with high accuracy.
Technical Specifications of ViscoClock
The ViscoClock measures up to 999.99 seconds with a 0.01-second resolution, supports viscosities from 0.35 to 10,000 mm²/s, and includes a 5-digit LCD display and RS232-C interface.
AVS® 470 System
The AVS® 470 offers independent viscosity measurements without a PC, suitable for challenging conditions. It supports automatic measurements and has a modular design for easy integration.
Technical Specifications of AVS® 470
The AVS® 470 measures up to 9,999.99 seconds, supports viscosities from 0.35 to 5,000 mm²/s, and includes a user-friendly interface with a PS2 keyboard and serial printer.
Overview of AVS® 370 Viscosity Measuring Device
The AVS® 370 is versatile, supporting both "suction" and "pressure" methods, with modular design and compatibility with various viscometers.
Key Features
  • Dual Measurement Methods: Supports both "suction" and "pressure" methods.
  • Modular Design: Expandable from one to eight stations.
  • Compatibility: Works with existing accessories and viscometers.
  • Automatic and Precise: Provides high precision automatic measurements.
Technical Specifications
  • Measuring Range: Up to 9,999.99 seconds; viscosity range from 0.35 to 5,000 mm²/s.
  • Accuracy: Time accuracy of ±0.01%.
  • Connections: Includes pneumatic and electrical connections, RS232-C interface.
  • Environmental Conditions: Operates at +10 to +40 °C and up to 85% humidity.
Software and User Interface
WinVisco 370 software supports multitasking for up to eight measurements, with user-friendly features and security.
Additional Features
  • Rinsing and Maintenance: Supports integration with rinsing devices.
  • Safety Features: Includes sensors to prevent overpumping.
Conclusion
The AVS® 370 offers flexibility, precision, and ease of use for laboratory applications.
AVS® Pro III Viscometer System
  • Design and Functionality: Automatic sampler with three-axis positioning for up to four viscometers.
  • Features: Includes opto-electronic scanning for precision.
  • Sample Handling: Accommodates 20 ml or 100 ml bottles.
  • Control and Interface: PC-controlled with compliance to standards.
CT 72 Thermostat Series
  • Design and Standards: For viscosity determination, conforming to standards.
  • Features: Programmable temperatures and safety sensors.
  • Technical Specifications: Temperature stability of ± 0.01 K.
Conclusion
The AVS® Pro III and CT 72 series offer comprehensive solutions for viscosity measurement and temperature control.
Ubbelohde Viscometers
Detailed specifications and guidelines for measuring kinematic viscosity, suitable for various liquids and conditions.
Control Thermometers
Thermometers with specific ranges for precise measurements.
Viscometer Types and Applications
Viscometers categorized by liquid properties and measurement methods.
Calibration and Measurement
Emphasizes calibration for accuracy and provides viscosity calculation formulas.
Special Features
Some viscometers have sensors for opaque liquids.
Usage Recommendations
Guidelines for proper usage and selection based on temperature and liquid properties.
Viscometer Specifications
  • Cannon-Fenske Routine Viscometers: For Newtonian liquids, complying with standards.
  • Cannon-Fenske Reverse Flow Viscometers: Comply with multiple standards.
  • Ostwald Viscometers: For manual measurements with small quantities.
Accessories
  • Brackets and Stands: For vertical alignment and protection.
  • Temperature Stabilization Jackets: For temperature control.
  • Filtration System ProClean II: For filtering solutions.
Measuring Stands
  • AVS® Measuring Stands: For automatic viscosity measurement.
Company Information
Xylem Inc. is a global company providing water solutions, with SI Analytics as a trademark.
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Catalogue Viscometry ViscoSystem® | AVS® | ViscoClock | Viscometers

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Capillary viscometry from SI Analytics – know-how from the very beginning Innovative capillary viscometry – Further developments and improve- 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 instru-ments and accessories led to a range...

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Content viscometry Applications for AVS® measurement systems Page 4 WinVisco 370 software Page 16 CT 72 Transparent Thermostats Page 26 Viscometers and their range of use Page 30 Ubbelohde viscometers, normal form (DIN) Page 31 Ubbelohde viscometers, normal form (ASTM) Page 32 Ubbelohde viscometers, with additional tube and threads Page 33 Ubbelohde viscometers with TC sensors Page 34 Micro-Ubbelohde viscometers with TC sensors Page 36 Micro-Ubbelohde viscometers Page 37 Cannon-Fenske viscometers Page 38 Ostwald viscometers Page 40 AVS* measuring stands Page 46

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AVS® measurement systems within quality assurance systems Business sector Automotive engineering motor oil (fresh and used) high polymer plastics original wort hop-wort bumpers beer beer Electrical engineering and electronics high polymer plastics of all types chips, casings Power supply transformer oil Plastics manufacturers high polymer plastics of all types Plastics processors high polymer plastics of all types injection molding Food industry instant flour thickeners jelly bears packaging materials yogurt containers milk products yogurt drink fruit and fruit juice concentrates gelatinizing...

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Polymer applications for the AVS® measurement systems Polymers, their applications and utilization of our automatic systems Suitability of the AVS® measurement systems Operating temperature SNV 195598 DIN EN 60450 ASTM D 4243 ISO 5351 AST; D 1795 SCAN CM 15:99 TAPPI T230-0M99 Polybutylene terephthalate Decahydro -naphthalene Polyethylene terephthalate Polyethylene terephthalate Polyethylene terephthalate Dichloroacetic acid Polymethyl methacrylate Polyvinyl chloride Styrene-acrylonitrile copolymer Ethyl methyl ketone EWN Cuen (CED) Cuen (CED) Cuen (CED) Cuen (CED) Cuen (CED) Cuen (CED) Cellulose...

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ViscoCIock. If you need more accuracy: The ViscoClock is the economically priced introductory model in the field of automatic viscosity measurements. Manual measurements with a stopwatch and a trained eye is something of the past because time is money. The ViscoCIock The ViscoClock is an electronic time-measuring unit used to determine abso-lute and relative viscosity. It consists of a stand which is used to mount a viscometer and the electronic measuring unit. The two measuring levels are integrated in the stand made of high-quality PPA synthetic material, and the electronic measuring unit is...

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Technical data ViscoCIock Measuring range - time Accuracy of time measurement ± 0.01 s / ± 1 digit; however no more precise than 0.1 %; indicated as measuring uncertainty with a confidence level of 95 % Measuring range - viscosity 0.35 to10,000 mm²/s (cSt) the absolute, kinematic viscosity is additionally dependent on the uncertainty of the numerical value of the viscometer constant and on the measuring conditions, in particular the measuring temperature. 5-digit LCD display, 20 x 48 mm (H x W), digit height 12.7 mm, seconds indication with 2 decimal digits after the decimal point, resolution...

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Precise Capillary Viscometry – Easy, Flexible and Independent: AVS® 470 No PC needed: “Suction” and “Pressure” measurements P erfectly equipped for fully with just one instrument automatic viscosity measurements The AVS® 470 is the first viscosity measurement device that The AVS® 470 is a measuring system that includes almost allows “suction” and “pressure” measurements completely everything you need to take precise and ­ eproducible mear independent of a PC. This allows for maximum indepen- surements. All common types of viscosity calculation are dence and flexibility; set up a measuring station...

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“Suction” or “Pressure”? Preferred applications in comparison “Pressure” highly viscous samples e.g. oils, polymers Solvents: (examples) highly volatile Sulfuric acid Dichloroacetic acid Toluene Hexafluoro-isopropanol m-cresol Formic acid S imple and updateable Modular Concept The AVS® 470 is of a modular design and an optional optical or TC version ViscoPump II module. You can use your existing accessories such as thermostats, ­ A utomatic and highly precize measurements – independent of a PC ®  470 S stands, flow-through coolers or automatic cleaners e.  g. " Suction" and "pressure" measurements...

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AVS® 470 - Precise and Reliable ^ Working with the AVS® 470 is easy The desired measurement method can be preselected and started on the device. The entire measurement is automatic to eliminate subjective measurement errors. Once the set pre-heating time is reached, the desired number of mea- surements are taken and the viscometer automatically cleaned if required.The status of the measurements is con- tinuously displayed. If required, individual parameters may be input via an included PS 2 keyboard. A serial printer can be used to print measurement logs. The connections are on the front panel...

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Technical data Clear user guidance, clear status - even without PC! UiscoPunp Check After switching on the AVS® 470 a self test is run and then an entry prompt appears. The parameters can be set in the test mode. The t0 value is determined automatically. punp power: All setup parameters can be preset conveniently e.g. pressure/suction, velocity waiting time between two tests, etc. result, carr-. stand. dev,= The readings can be read off conveniently on the display regardless of whether or not Measuring range (time) up to 9,999.99 s; resolution 0.01 s Measuring range (viscosity)pressure: Measured...

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