HAMCO54B Semiautomatic Drop Point Apparatus By Ring & Ball Method As Per ASTM D 566
Test Method:
Dropping point determinations are used for identification and quality control purposes, and can be an indication of the highest temperature of utility for some applications. The sample is heated at a prescribed rate in a precision machined cup whose sides slope toward an opening at its center. The temperature at which a liquid drop first falls from the cup is the dropping point of the sample.
- Conforms to ASTM D566, D4950; NF T 60-102 and related specifications
Performs dropping point determinations on lubricating greases at temperatures of up to 550°F (288°C). Consists of dropping point cup, test cell with accessories and oil bath with stirrer and heater. Test cell is immersed in a 400mL Pyrex™ bath for heating at the prescribed rate. A 750W variable stepless control heater and 1/40hp stirrer permit accurate, uniform control of bath temperature rate of rise. Heater assembly includes refractory top plate and reference dial.
Conforms to the specifications of: ASTM D566, D4950; IP 132; ISO 2176; DIN 51801; FTM 791-1421; NF T 60-102
Accessories Will Be Supplid With Equipment
- TEMP. RISE : SETABLE FROM RANGE 0.1DEG C TO 9.9 DEG C.
- METHOD OF DETECTING DROP POINT : MANUAL.
- MICROPROCESSOR BASED TEMPERATURE CONTROL UNIT WITH ALL NECESSARY INTERLOCK.
- YOU CAN SET 10 DEG PRIOR TO EXPECTED DROP POINT. ONCE IT WILL REACH THERE IT WILL GIVE YOU AUDIO VISUAL ALARM AND WILL MAINTAIN THAT TEMPERATURE UNTIL YOU PRESS A RESET BUTTON.( UPTO THIS TIME YOU DON’T HAVE TO ATTEND THE EQUIPMENT.)
- AFTER REACHING PRESET TEMPERATURE, YOU HAVE TO SET RAMP RATE OF TEMPERATURE RISE RANGE FROM 0.1 DEG C TO 9.9 DEG C PER MINUTE. AFTER SETTING THE RAMP RATE, YOU HAVE TO PRESS THE START BUTTON.
- NOW, WHEN YOU DETECT DROP POINT, PRESS HOLD BUTTON THE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY WILL HOLD UNTIL YOU PRESS RESET BUTTON. THE HOLD DISPLAY OF TEMPERATURE INDICATE YOUR DROP POINT.
- HEATING LOAD: 800 WATT.
- POWER SUPPLY: 230V AC, 50 HZ, 10 AMP.
- STIRRER: MOTORISED.
- ILLUMINATION: BRIGHT LED TYPE.
- SAFETY FEATURES:
- OVER TEMPERATURE PROTECTION.
- OVER LOAD PROTECTION.
- SHORT CIRCUIT PROTECTION.
- INPUT POWER FLUCTUATION PROTECTION.
- IT WILL FOLLOW EXACT ASTM PROCEDURE WITHOUT MUCH MORE MANUAL INTERVENTION.
- OPERATOR WILL REMAIN FREE UNTIL IT REACHES PRESET TEMPERATURE.
- THE FACILITY OF RAMP RATE ALLOW THE OPERATOR TO CARRY THE TEST AT THE SPEED IT DESIRE.
- ALL NECESSARY INTERLOCK WILL DETECT THE PROBLEN AUTOMATICALLY.
- USER FRIENDLY.
- THE HOLD DISPLAY OF SOFTENING POINT FACILITY WILL ALLOW THE OPERATOR TO NOTE DOWN THE READING WITH SOME TIME.
- PRINTER FACILITY (OPTIONAL WITH EXTRA PRICE). WILL REDUCE THE ERROR OF MANUAL MISTAKE.
Maximum Temperature:
550°F (288°C)
Bath Medium:
A high temperature heat transfer fluid having a flash point in excess of 400°C is recommended. Silicone fluid (P/N 355-001-002) is suitable.
Electrical Connection :
230V 50/60Hz, Single Phase, 6.5A
Included Accessories :
- Grease Cup, chromium plated brass
- Test Tube with indentations
- Cork Ring Guide
- Thermometer Corks (2)
- Polished Metal Rod.
Dimensions in inches :
- 6” X6” X31”
- Nett Weight : 6.5 Kg
Shipping Information :
- Shipping Weight : 8.5 Kg
- Dimensions : 2.8 cu ft
Ordering Information:
| CATALOGUE NO | PRODUCT DESCRIPTION | ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENT |
|---|---|---|
| HAMCO 54B | SEMIAUTOMATIC DROP POINT OF GREASE TEST APPARATUS | 220-240V, 50/60Hz, 10.8 AMP |
| HAMCO 54B EXP | SEMIAUTOMATIC DROP POINT OF GREASE TEST APPARATUS | 115V, 50/60Hz,20.8 AMP |
