PulpVIS® Portable Kinematic Viscometer
For True Pulp Viscosity Measurement
TAPPI T230/PAPTAC G.24P
PulpVIS® is a single sample, portable viscometer with built-in TE cooling for testing pulp at 20 °C or 25 °C. It is easy to use, rugged and fast. Available tubes cover the TAPPI viscosity range of 0.8 mPa·s (cP) to 190 mPa·s (cP) at 20 °C and 25 °C.
Common Applications
- Pulp & paper mills
- Cellulose production
- Private and commercial test labs
- Academic research
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Automated and precise determination of direct kinematic viscosity at 20 °C or 25 °C*
- Provides true pulp viscosity measurement without the need to correlate dynamic viscosity data
- Viscosity range (values also reported in cP if density is known): 0.8 mPa·s (cP) to 190 mPa·s (cP) at 20 °C and 25 °C. Values are presented in mPa·s (cP) when the TAPPI T230 specified density value is entered.
- Follows TAPPI T230/PAPTAC G.24P and offers near ASTM D445 precision due to exceptional temperature control (± 0.05 °C)
- Rapid cycle time of 3 to 5 minutes from sample injection to test result
Portable, self-contained and dependable
- Weighs approximately 10 lb and takes up less space than a coffee maker
- Does not require a PC or any external utilities
- Optional power inverter enables unit to run off of a 12 Vdc vehicle charging port
- Rugged, reliable design has only two moving parts
Simple & safe operation
- Graphical touch screen provides step by step test instructions
- Factory calibrated; no switches, gauges or valves to adjust
- Solid-state bath eliminates need for liquid bath
- Intrinsically safe unit operates on 12 Vdc power
- Optional printer available
Economical
- Low cost of ownership
- Requires only 10 to 15 mL of solvent and 0.5 mL of sample per test
- No sample vials required; sample is injected directly into the instrument
* User selectable
Dimensions (W × D × H) | 13.0 cm × 37.0 cm × 31.0 cm (5.0 in × 14.0 in × 12.0 in) |
Weight | 5.6 kg (12.3 lb) |
Shipping dimensions (W × D × H) | 48.3 cm × 48.3 cm × 20.3 cm (19.0 in × 19.0 in × 8.0 in) |
Shipping weight (with all items) | 9.5 kg (21 lb) |
Maximum thoughput | 20 tests per hour |
Sample capacity | 1 |
Viscosity range | 0.8 mPa·s (cP) to 190 mPa·s (cP) at 20 °C and 25 °C* * Values are presented in mPa·s (cP) when the TAPPI T230 specified density value is entered |
Test accuracy | < 3% of measured value, calibrated |
Test repeatability | < 2% of measured value, typical |
Temperature range and accuracy | 20 °C or 25 °C, ± 0.05 °C |
Minimum sample volume Minimum solvent volume |
Sample volume: 0.5 mL per test Solvent volume: 10 mL to 15 mL per test |
Solvent compatibility | Internal wetted components compatible with acetone & CED (cupri-ethylenediamine solution) * Upgrade available for use with toluene/n-heptane |
Operating conditions | 15 °C to 30 °C, 10% to 75% relative humidity (non-condensing), Installation Category II; Pollution Degree 2 |
Electrical specifications | Input power: 11 Vdc to 13 Vdc at 8 A peak AC/DC adapter: 100 Vac to 230 Vac, 50/60 Hz; 120 watts power consumption |
Compliance | CE Mark; EMC directive (2004/108/EC); Low voltage directive (2006/95/EC); HI-POT (1900 Vdc, 60 sec.); ROHS |
Data output | RS-232 via DB9 connector |
Link to Downloads page for Software and Firmware
PulpVIS® Portable Kinematic Viscometer consists of the viscometer unit, AC/DC adapter, power supply cord, pipettor, waste bottle with media cap, solvent container, waste plug and tubing, cleaning syringe assembly, certified viscosity check standards and instructions. The unit is pre-calibrated at 20 °C and 25 °C. A computer is not required. | Description | Part # |
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100 Vac to 230 Vac, 50/60 Hz | 9725-S15 | |