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| Elcometer 2300 Rotational Viscometers |
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The Elcometer
2300 range of rotational viscometers measures the viscosity of liquids
in accordance with several standards. Using a rotational viscometer, the
properties of liquids and their resistance to shear or flow can be accurately
measured. Available in four model variants, with a large selection of speeds, spindles and accessories, this range ensures determining the viscosity of liquids has never been easier. • Accurate, easy to use and reliable: Easy to use control panel. • Clear, backlit LCD display: Shows viscosity reading in cP or mPa, spindle rotation speed, % torque, sample temperature, auto range, shear rate and shear stress. • Quick connect spindles: Rapid and simple attachment to any of the Elcometer 2300 rotational viscometers. • Selectable speeds: Provides a wide range of viscosity and shear rate measurements. • Wide range of spindles and accessories: Versatile viscometer can test any liquid. • RS232 interface: Allows for data download and complete control of spindle speed via PC on RV2 models. • Temperature probe: Directly measure sample temperature. • ViscosityMaster™ Software: Powerful yet easy to use software specifically designed to maximise the versatility of the viscometer. Stores data along side associated photographs, test notes and any other information. |
| Rotational viscometers & other viscosity products |
Rotational Viscometers and Cone &
Plate are used to gather data on a material’s viscosity behaviour
under different conditions. They are ideal for determining viscosity of
liquids which do not depend solely on temperature & pressure. Flow cups and dip cups - Frikmar, Zahn, Shell etc.- measure viscosity using the process of flow through an orifice. This is used as a relative measurement & classification of viscosity. This kinematic viscosity is expressed in seconds of flow time which can be converted into Centistokes. Elcometer offer the most comprehensive range of flow cups, dip cups, cone & plate and rotational viscometers to meet your viscosity requirements. |
| Elcometer
2300 RV1-L |
Elcometer 2300 RV1-R |
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| Low to medium viscosity | • |
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| Medium to high viscosity | • |
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| Backlit LCD | • |
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| Readings (cP & mPa) | • |
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| Sample temperature measurement | • |
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| Measuring range | 3 – 2,000,000 mPa |
20 – 13,000,000 mPa |
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| Accuracy of full scale | ±1% |
±1% |
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| Max. altitude above sea level | 2000 m |
2000 m |
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| Surge Class II | • |
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| Contamination level 2 | • |
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| Contamination voltage | UK 240VAC 50Hz | • |
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| EUR 220VAC C 50Hz | • |
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| US 110VAC 60Hz | • |
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| Speeds | 0.3, 0.5, 0.6, 1, 1.5,
2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 12, 20, 30, 50, 60, 100, 200 rp |
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| Speed accuracy | < 0.5 rpm of the absolute
value |
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| Thermometer | Range | -15°C à +180°C
/ 5°F à 356° |
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| Resolution | 0.1°C
/ 0.1722° |
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| Accuracy | ±
0.1°C / 0.1722° |
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| Power consumption | 23 W |
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| Dimensions (of carry case) | 495 x 420 x 200 mm / 19.5
x 16.5 x 8 |
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| Weight (including carry case) | 9 kg / 20lb |
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| Elcometer
2300 RV2-L |
Elcometer 2300
RV2-R |
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| Low to medium viscosity | • |
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| Medium to high viscosity | • |
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| Backlit LCD | • |
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| Readings (cP & mPa) | • |
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| Sample temperature measurement | • |
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| Measuring range | 3 – 2,000,000 mPa |
20 – 13,000,000 mPa |
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| Accuracy of full scale | ±1% |
±1% |
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| Max. altitude above sea level | 2000 m |
2000 m |
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| Surge Class II | • |
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| Contamination level 2 | • |
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| Operating voltage |
UK 240VAC 50Hz | • |
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| EUR 220VAC C 50Hz | • |
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| US 110VAC 60Hz | • |
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| Speeds | 0.3, 0.5, 0.6, 1, 1.5,
2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 12, 20, 30, 50, 60, 100, 200 |
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| Speed accuracy | < 0.5 of the absolute
value |
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| Thermometer | Range | -15°C à +180°C
/ 5°F à 356° |
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| Resolution | 0.1°C
/ 0.1722° |
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| Accuracy | ±
0.1°C / 0.1722° |
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| Power consumption | 23 W |
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| Dimensions (of carry case) | 495 x 420 x 200 mm / 19.5
x 16.5 x 8" |
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| Weight (including carry case) | 9 kg / 20lb |
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| Packing List Information | |
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All 4 models are packed in a portable,
hard carry case and contain: Viscometer head, column with head mounting
bracket, base, box spanner tool, spindle guard, power supply cable, storage
rack, PT100 temperature probe, operating instructions. |
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| In addition the following items are also supplied: | |
| Elcometer 2300 RV1-L: | Spindles L1 to L4, RS232 connection cable & ViscosityMaster™ software for data transfer from viscometer to PC only. |
| Elcometer 2300 RV1-R: | Spindles R2 to R7, RS232 connection cable & ViscosityMaster™ software for data transfer from viscometer to PC only. |
| Elcometer 2300 RV2-L: | Spindles L1 to L4, RS232 connection cable & ViscosityMaster™ software for bi-lateral data transfer between viscometer and PC. |
| Elcometer 2300 RV2-R: | Spindles R2 to R7, RS232 connection cable & ViscosityMaster™ software for bi-lateral data transfer between viscometer and PC. |
| Spindles & Accessories | |
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Spindles Each Elcometer 2300 is supplied with a set of spindles as standard, which are suitable for use with both Newtonian & non-Newtonian fluids. The large R1 spindle for low viscosity liquid is supplied on request. |
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Small sample
volume adapter Consists of a cylindrical sample chamber which can be used in conjunction with spindles TL (for low to medium viscosity) or TR (for medium to high viscosity). Used to measure shear rate and shear stress of small volumes between 8 and 13ml / 0.27 and 0.44fl.oz. |
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Low viscosity
adapter Consists of a cylindrical chamber complete with spindle. Used to accurately obtain viscosity measurements, shear rate and shear stress of low viscosity materials from 1cP(mPa), such as biological fluids, chemicals etc. |
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High
temperature low viscosity adapter Accurately obtains viscosity measurements, shear rate and shear stress from 1cP (mPa) up to temperatures of 200°C / 392°F. Ideal for hot resins, bitumens and hot oils. |
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Helical
movement adapter Supplied complete with 6 T-shaped spindles, when attached to an Elcometer 2300, the measuring head moves smoothly up and down, allowing the spindle to cut into the material making a helical path through the sample. Ideal for use with creams, pastes, gels, epoxies etc. |
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Description
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Part Number
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| UK 240V |
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US 110V |
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| Elcometer 2300 RV1-L | Manually controlled rotational viscometer ideal for low to medium viscosity testing | K0UK2300M101 | K0002300M101 | K0US2300M101 |
| Elcometer 2300 RV1-R | Manually controlled rotational viscometer ideal for medium to high viscosity testing | K0UK2300M102 | K0002300M102 | K0US2300M102 |
| Elcometer 2300 RV2-L | PC controlled rotational viscometer ideal for low to medium viscosity testing | K0UK2300M201 | K0002300M201 | K0US2300M201 |
| Elcometer 2300 RV2-R | PC controlled rotational viscometer ideal for medium to high viscosity testing | K0UK2300M202 | K0002300M202 | K0US2300M202 |
| Accessoires | Additional set of standard spindles L1 – L4 for use with Elcometer 2300 RV1-L and RV2-L |
KT00230019698 |
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| Additional set of standard spindles R2 – R7 for use with Elcometer 2300 RV1-R and RV2-R |
KT00230019699
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| Large spindle for low viscosity testing |
KT00230019700
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| Adapter kit for small samples (small volume spindle set required) |
KT00230019702
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| Spindle set includes TL5, TL6 and TL7 |
KT00230019703
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| Spindle set includes TR8, TR9, TR10 & TR11 |
KT00230019704
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| Adapter kit for low viscosity samples supplied complete with spindle |
KT00230019710
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| Adapter kit for high temperature, low viscosity samples supplied complete with spindle |
KT00230019711
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| Helical movement adapter complete with motor and 6 T-shaped spindles |
KT00230019705 |
KT00230019706 |
KT00230019707 |
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| Elcometer 2300 ViscosityMaster™ Software |
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The ViscosityMaster™ software is the
powerful yet easy to use software supplied with all Elcometer 2300 Rotational
Viscometers. When used with the Elcometer 2300 RV1 viscometers, the software is used to transfer data from the viscometer to a PC. When used with the Elcometer 2300 RV2 viscometers, the software allows bi-lateral transfer of data between the viscometer and PC allowing PC control of the viscometer. The PC can then be quickly set up with simple or advanced programs allowing for more complex tests, including: • Variation des vitesses dans un programme unique • Multiple rotation speeds can be set up in one test program • Rest periods – where the rotations are stopped for a user defined period |
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• ViscosityMaster™ has
been specifically designed to maximise the versatility and usability of
your viscometer and data can be stored along with associated photographs,
test notes and any other test information. • You can access all your associated files and folders, create new batches and reports and programme your viscometer. • An example batch is pre-loaded into the software allowing you to discover all the features available. |
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• When using ViscosityMaster™
software, the Preferences window helps you to customise your working environment. • Choose your unit of measurement, default values, spindle type, company name and operator. • You can also specify the report page style and whether e-mail reports are formatted as PDF or JPEG files. |
| • There are two operating modes, manual
and automatic. In manual mode, measurements are recorded as they are taken
by the instrument, but the software does not control the viscometer. • In PC controlled (automatic) mode, available only on RV2 model viscometers, measurements are recorded and the viscometer can be controlled by the software via the PC. • In automatic mode, the viscometer is controlled using processes. Processes are groups of data which specify settings such as spindle speed, rotation, duration, measurement, frequency etc. • A single batch can incorporate any number of processes required and are easy to set up using the Process Wizard. |
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• Whether you want to use the
data collected for analysis or to create professional reports for distribution,
ViscosityMaster™ with built in reporting templates and easy data,
image and associated files access make managing data quick and easy. • Custom reports are simply produced with report wizards and page designers. When complete, the report can be saved and exported as an Adobe PDF (Portable Document File) or a JPEG image and e-mailed as an attachment anywhere you require. |
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Related products Elcometer have a wide range of dip and flow cups. The Frikmar, Zahn, Lory and Shell cups are ideal for quick testing during manufacturing processes or in the workshop. AFNOR, BS, DIN, FORD and ISO cups can be supplied separately or with an adjustable stand which includes a precision level and an overflow glass draw plate and are ideal for use in the laboratory. |
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Elcometer 2200 Krebs viscometer is
simple to use. The viscosity value of a fluid is automatically calculated
from the power required to maintain the spindle at 200rpm. The easy read
digital display shows the reading in Centipoise, Krebs Units or Grams |
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Elcometer Cone & Plate viscometers
have been specifically designed to provide high shear rate tests for coatings.
Running at a single speed, there are two model variations: low or high
temperature. |
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