Measure Highly Viscous Lubricant and Oil Samples with the New Modulyzer for Petro from Anton Paar
Ashland, VA (PRWEB) July 23, 2013 -- Density and the refractive index play a key role in the production of fuels, waxes, lubricants and similar materials. Many of these products are specified based on these two parameters in ASTM as well as other standards.
Products in the petrochemical industry are often highly viscous and therefore not always easy to measure. To cope with these challenges, Anton Paar has developed Modulyzer for Petro. In its basic configuration, Modulyzer for Petro is a combination of a DMA 4100/4500 M density meter or a DMA 5000 M (the most accurate density meter in the world), an Abbemat-HP/WR refractometer and an Xsample Heated for the efficient, flexible and modular measurement of highly viscous petrochemical samples at temperatures of up to 80 °C. Measurements with Modulyzer are highly reproducible, precise and easy to perform.
The magazine, the needle and all hoses are electrically preheated to a set temperature. As the viscosity of the samples drastically decreases when they are heated, the measuring cells of DMA M and Abbemat-HP/WR can be swiftly and effortlessly filled.
After the measurement, Xsample Heated recovers the sample and automatically cleans the system. Sample handling is made easy and convenient for the user. The automatic filling warning generated by FillingCheckTM on the DMA Generation M density meters, the check of the filling procedure via U-ViewTM and the temperature management with ThermoBalanceTM result in stable and reliable measuring results. LIMS connection is also possible, turning Modulyzer for Petro into a versatile partner in the laboratory.
With a wide range of functionalities, such as API compensation for density to 20 °C, a lot of time and costs can be saved, especially for process samples, for which accurate results are needed immediately for taking correct further action whenever necessary.
One Measuring System – Many Functionalities
In addition to its modular concept, Anton Paar’s Modulyzer for Petro offers numerous advantages such as simultaneous measurement of density and the refractive index, unsurpassed accuracy and reliability and automated filling by Xsample Heated. Modulyzer for Petro is designed for space-saving Plug & Play installation, requires small sample volumes only and protects operators from exposure to putrid or hazardous solvents.
Kristen Hangey, Anton Paar USA, http://www.anton-paar.com, 800-722-7556 118, [email protected]
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