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Automatic, computer-controlled Vicat needle instrument providing six measuring stations for the determination of the setting characteristics of binding materials, preferably of: Cement according to EN 196, ASTM C 191 and AS/NZS 2350 Gypsum according to EN 13279 and ASTM C 472 Key benefits for the user: ✓ Fully automatic test procedure ✓ Automatic cleaning and drying of the needle resp. cone ✓ Data base storage of the results including corresponding test parameters ✓ Definition of different test parameters for each measuring station ✓ Quick measurement mode with switch off function for the automatic cleaning, e.g. for shotcrete ✓ Display of the setting process as chart and as single values ✓ Bidirectional data transmission with a host system (LIMS) ✓ High precision measurement of the penetration depth by incremental measuring system (resolution 0.05 mm) ✓ Low maintenance expenditure and high durability due to solid and high-quality design ✓ Connectivity option of an external thermostat for the exact tempering of the water -
Combined test plant for the standard-compliant testing of the compressive and flexural strength of cement and other binding materials, preferably for efficient routine tests of: Prisms 40 x 40 x 160 mm accord. to EN 196 / ISO 679 Cubes 50 mm (2 inch) according to ASTM C109 Cubes 70.7 mm according to BS 1881- Accuracy: Quality Class 1 / EN ISO 7500-1 / DIN 51220
- Sizes: Compression 300 kN / 600 kN
- Bending 10 kN / 20 kN / 50 kN
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Test plant in compact design for efficient, standard-compliant compressive strength tests on cement and other binding materials, preferably on:- Prisms 40 x 40 x 160 mm accord. to EN 196 and ISO 679
- Cubes 50 mm (2 inch) edge length accord. to ASTM C 109
- Cubes 70.7 mm edge length accord. to BS 1881
- Accuracy: Quality Class 1 / EN ISO 7500-1 / DIN 51220
- Sizes: 300 kN / 600 kN
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Advantages Large operation range (variable diameters and measuring lengths) ✓ High reproducibility ✓ Application and disassembling also during the test ✓ Conception for mobile tasks (transport box) Working Principle The double extension sensor with the desired measuring lenght is applied to the specimen. It is fixed by the springs. At this procedure the precise extension sensors are blocked at neutral position. After the adaption they will be delocked and a zero adjustment (ZERO potentiometer) will be performed. The compression test will be done; before rupture of the specimen the extensiometer should be removed. The removement can be performed even when sample is under load. -
Compact, fully automatic test plant for standard-compliant flexural strength tests on cement and other binding materials, preferably on prisms 40 x 40 x 160 mm in accordance with EN 196 and ISO 679.- Accuracy: Quality Class 1 / EN ISO 7500-1 / DIN 51220
- Sizes: 10 kN / 20 kN / 50 kN
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Load frame for efficient, standard-compliant flexural strength tests on mortar prisms, preferably on prisms 40x40x160 mm in accordance with EN 196 and ISO 679.- Accuracy: Quality Class 1 / EN ISO 7500-1 / DIN 51220
- Sizes: 10 kN / 20 kN / 50 kN
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Application PC controlled Vicat instrument with eight stations for the determination of the setting time of cement according to EN 196-3 or gypsum according to EN 13279-2. The initial and final setting time are calculated. Key benefits for the user: ✓ tests can be started in any order and at the desired time; the machine performs the measurements independently after placing the samples ✓ measurements are performed according to a preprogrammed penetration grid in order to use the overall sample surface corresponding to the appropriate standard ✓ the results and the corresponding parameters are stored in a data base ✓ automatic backup procedure for running tests ✓ different operator levels protected by passwords allow a very safe handling of the instrument ✓ user friendly software with integrated help menu ✓ predefined standard tests to avoid time-consuming and continual parameter setting ✓ high reproducibility of the measurements ✓ automatic water cleaning of the needle ✓ designed for easy maintenance and cleaning ✓ special mode (password protected) for the calibration of the instrument by the user ✓ integrated menu for automatic tests and checking of the main functions of the instrument -
Application Mortar mixer for the standard-compliant preparation of cement mortar and cement paste according to EN 196, ISO 679, DIN 1164, ASTM C 305, Ö-Norm B 3310 and further standards. Key benefits for the user: ✓ Water and sand are added manually according to own defaults or according to the applied standard ✓ Two preinstalled mixing speeds ✓ Possibility to add grany and liquid additives during the mixing procedure ✓ Wear resistant, precise stirring unit ✓ Sturdy and durable housing with integrated test area protection ✓ Ergonomically design -
Automatic mortar mixer for the standard-compliant preparation of cement mortar and cement paste according to EN 196, ISO 679, DIN 1164, ASTM C 305, Ö-Norm B 3310 and further standards. The ToniMIX Expert is equipped with an automatic, freely adjustable water dosing device, an automatic sand feeding device and allows the user to define own mixing procedures. Key benefits for the user: ✓ Microprocessor control with up to five preinstalled and five individually programmable mixing procedures ✓ Freely adjustable water dosing device (50 ml - 500 ml ± 1 ml) ✓ Integrated sand feeding device for the automatic feeding of the standard sand ✓ Freely definable mixing speeds ✓ Possibility to add grany and liquid additives during the mixing procedure ✓ Text display for the indication of the mixing speeds and the actual operating mode ✓ Illuminated, clearly visible mixing area ✓ Equipped as standard with a dust extraction system ✓ Low-noise operation ✓ Proven CE-conformity with emergency stop ✓ Wear resistant, precise stirring unit ✓ Sturdy and durable housing with integrated test area protection ✓ Ergonomically design -
Automatic mortar mixer for the standard-compliant preparation of mixtures of cement, mortar, gypsum and other materials according to EN 196, ISO 679, DIN 1164, Ö-Norm B 3310, ASTM C 305, ASTM C 359, ASTM C 451 and further standards. The ToniMIX Expert is equipped with an automatic, freely adjustable water dosing device, an automatic sand feeding device, allows the user to define own mixing procedures and is equipped with a torque sensor for the evaluation of viscosity. Key benefits for the user: ✓ Preinstalled standard mixing procedures (5x EN, 5x ASTM) ✓ Five individually programmable mixing procedures ✓ Touchscreen display with user-friendly operation ✓ Freely adjustable mixing speeds in the range of 50-200 rpm ✓ Integrated sand feeding device for the automatic feeding of the standard sand ✓ Variably programmable water dosing device in the range of 50-500 ml with an accuracy of ± 1 ml for the automatic addition of the tempering water ✓ Possibility to add grany and liquid additives during the mixing procedure ✓ Water reservoir equipped with filling level detection ✓ Sturdy and durable housing with integrated test area protection ✓ Wear resitant, precise stirring unit ✓ Illuminated, clearly visible mixing area ✓ Water-repellent operating elements ✓ Equipped as standard with a dust extraction system ✓ Proven CE-conformity with emergency stop -
Application
Manual Vicat needle device with a measuring point for determining the solidification behavior of binders, in particular: ✓ Cement according to EN 196, ASTM C 187 and ASTM C 191 ✓ Mortar according to EN 480 and ASTM C 807Design
The drop rod is guided almost frictionless within a stand, which is firmly mounted onto the base plate of the instrument. The different penetrators are easy to insert into the drop rod by a knurled screw. The required additional weights will be set onto the platform at the upper end of the drop rod. An adjustable scale anables the specific adjustment of the drop height. The ambient temperature is measured by an integrated reference thermometer. A water basin for tests under water is part of the standard delivery. -
Application Microprocessor controlled Vicat instrument with one or two test stations for the determination of the setting time of cement, gypsum or mortar according to EN 196 part 3, ASTM C191, EN 13279 or EN 480. Benefits ✓ 5.7“ colour display ✓ Automatic test procedure, including needle cleaning after each penetration ✓ Graphical or table display showing complete setting time procedure (beginning and end) ✓ Very accurate measurement of the penetration depth by an incremental system ✓ Possibility to test under water as according to EN standard or without water ✓ Internal control of the water temperature at 20°C resp. 23°C with standard laboratory conditions (according to EN resp. ASTM) ✓ User-friendly, self-explanatory operation ✓ Quick modification to comply with other standards by a simple exchange of the dropping rod ✓ Predefined test can start after only a few inputs ✓ Easy installation due to compact dimensions ✓ All results and test parameters are stored in an internal database ✓ Accurate, standard compliant positioning of the needle onto the surface of the sample ✓ Automatic cleaning of the needle with drying system for the gypsum cone ✓ High repeatability of the test results ✓ Data transmission to a PC via a serial port (USB type) for extended test evaluation by the optional software VICAT DB
