Automatic Vicat Needle ToniSET Expert – Model 7312

Automatic, computer-controlled Vicat needle instrument with up to 12 measuring stations for the determination of the setting characteristics of binding materials, preferably of:

  • Cement according to EN 196 / ASTM C 191
  • Gypsum according to EN 13279 / ASTM C 472
  • Mortar according to EN 480 / ASTM C 807

 

Key benefits for the user:

✓ Fully automatic test procedure
✓ Automatic cleaning and drying of the Vicat needle resp. the gypsum cone
✓ Data base storage of the results including corresponding test parameters
✓ Definition of different test parameters for each of the 12 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
✓ Performance unit (substructure) for a table installation available

Description

Design

The ToniSET Expert is designed as three-axle measuring system, that comes with up to 12 test stations. The three axes are driven by gear motors while optical switches are monitoring the respective final positions.

The test stations are arranged in two rows inside a basin that allows testing under water. The Vicat moulds are installed in the basin by means of corresponding base plates.

The penetration depths of the needle are exactly measu-red by an incremental, contact-free measuring system. By an easy exchange of the drop rod the different drop weights can be realized.

The ToniSET Expert is equipped with an automatic cleaning system for the Vicat needle. Models that are dedicated for gypsum testing have an additional cleaning device for the cone.

A serial interface type RS232 enables the connection of the PC system that is needed to operate the instrument

 

Operating Principle

The ToniSET Expert is operated by an external PC system (WINDOWS®) using the software VicatDB. Tests are prepared, controlled and evaluated by this software. After the onetime definition of the test parameters tests can be started directly after the input of an identification and the preparation of the specimen. Subsequently the instrument performs the test fully automatic and stores the measured values in a data base. During the test procedure all measured values as well as the actual setting progress can be read out at any time.

A selectable quick measurement mode allows shortest penetration sequences if required.

After the end of the test the evaluation can be done either automatically by the software or manually by the operator.

 

Optional Accessories

Cover plate, model 7312.015 : for the generation of a higher humidity in the test basin

Thermostat, model 7312.022 : with integrated refrigerating machine for the accurate tempering of the water in the test basin

Performance unit, model 5555 : for the table installation of the ToniSET Expert, with internal storage for the thermostat and the PC system

PC-desk, model 5050 : compatible with the ToniSYSTEMLABORATORY

Separated test basin, model 7312.991 two-chamber test basin, each with own water circulation

Additional information

Voltage

110 V / 230 V

Frequency

50-60 Hz

Consumption

0.5 kW

Width

Width = 1500 mm Depth = 775 mm Height = 675 mm

Weight

Gross = 190 kg Net = 170 kg

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