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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 -
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 -
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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
