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
