Significances and Use

ASTM F 1080 states the measurement of flow gives results that cannot be predicted with viscosity measurements due to surface tension and density effect. The measured flow is related to flow performance of viscous materials sprayed on aircraft surfaces or other large areas.

This stainless steel device is designed to determine the flow of a standard volume of thick liquid or semisolid under its own weight. It consists of a stainless steel reservoir with trap door, engraved graduated track with sidewalls and leveling screws with bubble level.

Operation

A 75ML sample of material is poured into the reservoir and the distance of flow in a horizontal direction is read from an engraved ruled track after a fixed time following the materials release from the spring loaded gate reservoir.

Features & Specifications

Stainless Steel Construction

2 Leveling Screws & Spirit Level

• Resists Corrosion
• Holds Up Under Plant Conditions
• Appropriate for Laboratory Use

• Precise Positioning of Flow Angle
• Assures Reproductivity

Engraved Graduations in 0.5cm Divisions

Small Size: 14"L x 3-1/2"W x 5-1/2"H

• Wear & Smear Resistant
• Assures Accurate Results

• Uses Little Bench Space
• Requires 75ML sample

Spring Loaded Gate

• Instantaneous Gate Release
• Prevents Premature Flowing of Sample

Precision and Bias

Precision

Reproducibility - Viscous materials often vary in consistency dependent upon age, temperature, and shear history. Caution should be exercised between laboratories regarding the history of a sample. Duplicate results by the same operator on the same sample shall be within 0.5 cm.

Bias

No statement can be made regarding bias as there are no absolute nor widely accepted standards for the property measured by the consistometer.

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It is the responsibility of the user of the equipment described herein to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

Available Items

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Item Number

Item

VI-9251

Consistometer

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Impeller, 5/16" Bore, 1.0" Diameter

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500 ML Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Beaker