Dead weight piston plastometer for Procedure B and C tests performed using the PPDT-1200 Automatic Timing Switch and/or half die
Results include Flow Rate (Melt Index), Apparent Shear Stress, Shear Rate and Viscosity, and Volume Rate. Melt Density may be entered or calculated from cut-off weight
Three-zone precision proportional, integral and derivative (PID) controlled band heater assuring variations of less than +/- 0.25C along test area. Built-in temperature sensor failure
Up to 450C displayed to 0.1 C
Touch screen display with operator driven prompts to easily configure test programs, run tests, and view results
Timing functions up to 9999 seconds in 0.01 second increments
Stores results for up to 25 tests with ability to recall as needed
Export results via USB OR interface to a computer utilizing USB port
Compatible With: PPDT for procedure B, half die for Proc C, PVC orifice for ASTM D3364
Standards: ASTM D1238, ISO 1133, BS 2782, DIN 53735, JIS K7210, ASTM D2116, D2581, D3159, D3275, D3307, D3364, D4550, D5205, D5927, D5990