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Thermosel System

for elevated temperature testing of hot melts, asphalt, wax and polymers
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The difficulty with viscosity measurements of hot melts and liquids at elevated temperatures has been in maintaining accurate temperature control that is consistent from sample to sample so that meaningful data could be obtained. The Brookfield Thermosel solves this problem by providing a stable, precisely controlled sample environment. This, together with the inherent accuracy of the Brookfield Viscometers, is fundamental to the Thermosel System, which produces viscosity measurements that are not only accurate but entirely reproducible.

Several factors contribute to the stable environment:

  • Non-fluctuating temperature control.
  • Small sample volume and insulated sample chamber which reduces temperature gradients within the sample.
  • The rotating spindle, which acts as a built-in stirring device.
  • The test procedure is quite straightforward. Once familiar with the system, unskilled operators can easily produce accurate, reproducible data.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

  • Compatible with standard AMETEK Brookfield Viscometers and DVNext Rheometers Note: Requires optional cable (HT-106)
  • Provides control of sample temperature up to +300°C
  • Programmable Temperature Controller oers single set point or up to 10 programmable set points
  • Magnetic Coupling Option The Thermosel is also available to purchase with a magnetic spindle coupling system. This option allows spindles to be quickly attached and removed, and may also help prevent against damage that can occur from frequent spindle changes or multiple users
  • Thermo Container (Heating Chamber)
  • Temperature control possible with RheocalcT Software
  • Computer Controlled when used with RheocalcT Software
  • Temperature Ramping between set points is possible if used with RheocalcT Software

 

DISPOSABLE SPINDLE/CHAMBERS OPTION

Disposable sample chamber with Disposable Spindle SC4-27D* is ideal for asphalts or any difficult-to-clean material. Requires special adapter (SC4-DSY).
*Optional SC4-27D is available in quantities of 100, (SC4-27D-100).



MAGNETIC COUPLING OPTION

The Thermosel is also available to purchase with a magnetic spindle couple system. This option allows spindles to be quickly attached and removed, and may also help prevent against damage that can occur from frequent spindle changes or multiple users. Please contact Brookfield or an authorized dealer for details and part numbers. 


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    What's Included


    • Alignment Bracket
    • Thermo Container with safety guard and insulating cap
        Specify part HT-110 when ordering
    • Five Disposable Sample Chambers
      • Order additional chambers in quantities of 100 (HT-2DB-100)
    • 1 Removable Sample Chamber
    • Extracting Tools
    SC4 Spindle and Temperature Controller with an RTD Probe purchased separately
  • Specifications +


    **Note: The EZ-Lock option must be purchased for use with all "EXTRA" series Viscometers/Rheometers as well as all other instruments that have an EZ-Lock spindle coupling system.


    Thermosel
    M=1 million K=1 thousand N=RPM cP=centipoise mPa·s=Millipascal·seconds
    † Spindle SC4-18 1.32x10(rpm)=13.2 sec-1
    *Optional disposable SC4-27D spindle is available in quantities of 100, Part No. SC4-27D-100. Requires special chuck/closer, Part No. SC4-DSY, for attachment to viscometer.
    **The 81 spindle, Part No. HT-DIN-81, works in an HT-2 or HT-2DB chamber.
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