SPARK M-30

SPARK M-30

SPARK M-30

Product catalog summary
Introduction
This document discusses the use of Dimethyl Dicarbonate (DMDC; E242) in beverage production to ensure microbiological stability. It highlights the importance of correct dosage and introduces the Spark M-30 device for verifying DMDC dosage by measuring methanol content.
Key Features of Spark M-30
  • Accurate Measurement: Detection limit of 1 ppm with a measuring range of 0 - 999 ppm methanol.
  • Fast and Cost-effective: Measurement time of 2 - 4 minutes and cost of less than 5€ per measurement.
  • Uncomplicated Process: No sample preparation required, with data export via USB interface.
Specifications
  • Measuring Principle: Headspace gas chromatography.
  • Accuracy: 5 ppm or 5% of the measured value, whichever is larger.
  • Sample Volume: 2 mL.
  • Operational Conditions: Temperature range of 10 - 35 °C and humidity range of 0 - 90% relative humidity.
  • Dimensions and Weight: 195 x 100 x 40 mm, approximately 360 g.
  • Power Supply: Rechargeable LiPol battery (3900mAh).
Accessories
  • Sample vials, pipettes, calibration standards, transport case, USB-C cable for charging and data transfer.
Applications
  • Ensures constant quality control of bottlings and general control of dosage quantity.
  • Provides safeguarding in case of customer complaints and faster release of blocked goods.
  • Useful for control during test runs of new developments.
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Catalog excerpts

SPARK M-30-1

Exact verification of Dimethyl Dicarbonate (DMDC) dosage Do you produce beverages, such as... Juice spritzer, Iced tea, Flavoured water, Sports- or energy drinks, Alcohol free wine, Beer and wine cocktails, Cider, Hard seltzer? Do you use dimethyl dicarbonate (DMDC; E242) to ensure the microbiological stability of your beverages? Do you know for each batch whether the dosage was correct? What would happen if the dosage was too high or not at all? What would the consequences be? With the Spark M-30 you simply check every DMDC dosage by measuring the methanol content! OUR METHOD OF MEASUREMENT Accurate - Detection limit 1 ppm Fast - 5 minutes measurement time Cost-effective - < 5€ per measurement Uncomplicated - No sample preparation Integrated - Data export via USB interface YOUR BENEFIT Constant quality control of bottlings General control of dosage quantity (dosage correct?) Safeguarding in case of customer complaints Faster release of blocked goods Control during test runs of new developments

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SPARK M-30-2

SPECIFICATIONS Measurement methodology Measuring principle Measuring range 5 ppm or 5% of the measured value (whatever is larger) Ethanol Limit Sampling Sample volume Measurement time 10 - 35 °C (50 - 95 °F), Automatic temperature correction Instrument Internal storage Power supply Rechargeable LiPol battery (3900mAh) Protection class Accessories Sample vials For taking the sample and screwing it into the device For taking the sample liquid Calibration standards For regular calibration for maximum accuracy Transport case For the safe transport of the Spark M-30 USB-Cable with plug For charging...

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