PCE Instruments PCE-RVI 2 Advanced viscometer with LCD display and set of rotors, measures the viscosity of liquids from 10 to 100000 cp, easy to use and precise
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SKU
PCE-RVI-2
€1,266.72
(Incl. Tax: €1,545.40)
(Incl. Tax: €1,545.40)
The viscometer is an advanced instrument designed to determine the viscosity of liquids in a range from 10 to 100,000 cp, with a precision of less than ±2% F.S. The device operates using a mechanical resistance that opposes the movement of the rotor, with speeds adjustable between 6 and 60 rpm. An immersion temperature sensor detects the sample temperature, ranging from 0 to 100 °C. To ensure accurate measurements, the viscometer is equipped with adjustable feet and an integrated level. The height can be adjusted up to 25 cm to optimize the positioning of the rotor. Additionally, the connection to a PC via RS-232 allows for data recording and the creation of temperature and viscosity curves with optional software.
Technical specifications:
| Measuring range | 15 - 100,000 cP, 1 - 100,000 cP with L0 spindle configuration |
| Accuracy | <±2 % of measuring range |
| Resolution | 0.01 cP |
| Repeatability | ±0.5 % |
| Temperature sensor | resistance temperature sensor |
| Temperature measurement measuring range | 0 - 100 °C / 32 - 212 °F |
| Temperature measurement accuracy | 0.1 °C |
| Adjustable measuring time | 30 seconds - 1 hour or endless |
| Resolution of the measurement time | 30 seconds |
| Adjustable speed | 6, 12, 30, 60 RPM |
| Sample volume | 250 - 400 ml / 8.4 - 13.5 fl oz (depending on the spindle) |
| Spindle | L1 - L4 |
| Interface | RS232 (SUB D9) |
| Height adjustability | 25 cm / 9.8" |
| Power supply | primary: 100 - 240 V AC , 50 / 60 Hz |
| secondary 12 V DC, 2 A | |
| Ambient conditions | 5 - 35 °C / 41 - 95 °F, <80 RH, non-condensing |
| Dimensions | 400 x 200 x 430 mm / 15.7 x 7.8 x 16.9" |
| Weight | 4.8 kg / 10.5 lb |
The viscometer is an advanced and highly specialized instrument designed for measuring the viscosity of liquids, essential in numerous fields, including research laboratories, chemical, and food industries. This device represents a fundamental investment for companies aiming to ensure high standards in their product quality. Operating in a measurement range between 10 and 100,000 centipoise (cp), the viscometer offers extraordinary measurement accuracy, with a precision of less than ±2% F.S. Thanks to these features, the viscometer proves to be a reference tool in evaluating the rheological properties of liquids.
The operation of the viscometer is based on a rotor system, which determines viscosity by exploiting a mechanical resistance that opposes the rotation of the rotor itself. To perform a measurement, simply immerse the rotor in the sample, which should have a volume between 250 and 400 ml in the specially designed container. The ability to adjust the rotation speed between 6 and 60 revolutions per minute (rpm) allows the device to adapt to the specific characteristics of the analyzed liquid, ensuring accurate and repeatable results.
The applications of the viscometer are broad and diverse. In food production, for instance, measuring viscosity is crucial to ensure that products like sauces, jams, and beverages maintain the right consistency and stability. In the chemical and petroleum sectors, where the viscosity of motor oils and lubricants can influence machinery performance and lifespan, the viscometer plays a fundamental role. Furthermore, many fluids are exposed to thermal loads that can alter their physical properties; in this context, the viscometer provides timely and precise analysis.
A further distinctive feature of this instrument is the presence of an immersion temperature sensor, which allows for measuring the sample temperature during the measurement. This sensor operates within a range from 0 to 100 °C, ensuring that the results are always correlated with the actual conditions of the analyzed sample. This is particularly important when studying fluids that may behave differently at varying temperatures, allowing for a more comprehensive analysis of their rheological properties.
To facilitate usage and ensure accurate results, the viscometer is equipped with an integrated level and adjustable feet, which allow for properly aligning the rotor in the fluid to be measured. This adjustment is essential to ensure that the measurement is performed precisely and that the device is always in an upright position. Moreover, the viscometer can be connected to a PC via an RS-232 interface, allowing for data recording and in-depth analysis of results. By using optional analysis software, users can create temperature and viscosity curves, providing valuable information for evaluating the properties of the liquid.
Adjusting the height of the viscometer up to 25 cm allows for versatile usage, adapting to various operational contexts while ensuring an ergonomic and comfortable user experience. The ease of use and ability to perform accurate measurements without the need for extensive training make this tool accessible even to inexperienced users.
In summary, the viscometer represents an innovative solution for measuring the viscosity of liquids, combining cutting-edge technology with an intuitive design. This device not only improves the efficiency of quality control operations but also helps ensure that products consistently meet safety and quality standards, thus promoting a safer and more productive work environment. The ability to analyze and monitor the rheological characteristics of liquids makes the viscometer an indispensable tool for those working in the fields of production, quality control, and scientific research.
Caratteristichs:
- Spindle set consisting of L1, L2, L3, L4
- Measurement accuracy <±2% of measuring range
- Temperature measurement
- Built-in bubble level for leveling
- Optionally with analysis software
- Network operation
- Measurement accuracy <±2% of measuring range
- Temperature measurement
- Built-in bubble level for leveling
- Optionally with analysis software
- Network operation
Delivery scope:
1 x Viscometer PCE-RVI 2
1 x Spindle set consisting of spindle L1 ... L4
1 x Transport case
1 x Double open-end wrench
1 x Mains power adapter
1 x Instruction manual
1 x Spindle set consisting of spindle L1 ... L4
1 x Transport case
1 x Double open-end wrench
1 x Mains power adapter
1 x Instruction manual
- EAN Code:
- 4250348727565
- Typology:
- Viscometer
- Brand:
- PCE INSTRUMENTS
