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Elcometer 2020 Fineness of Grind Gauges

Elcometer 2020 Fineness of Grind Gauges

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Overview: The Elcometer 2020 Fineness of Grind Gauges are precision instruments used to measure the particle size and fineness of grind for various materials such as paints, pigments, inks, coatings, and chocolates. These gauges are constructed from hardened stainless steel and feature two grooves with a graded slope.
Specifications: The gauges are available in different models with varying ranges and graduations, measured in microns, mils, NS (Hegman), or PCU (North). They offer an accuracy of ±3μm (0.12mil) or ±5%, whichever is greater. The groove width is 12mm (0.47”) and the length is 127mm (5.0”).
Standards: The gauges comply with several international standards including ASTM D 1210, AS/NZS 1580.204.1, DIN 53203, EN 21524, FTMS 141 4411.1, ISO 1524, JIS K 5600-2-5, and NF T30-046. An optional calibration certificate is available.
Models and Part Numbers: The document lists various models with their respective part numbers, measurement ranges, and graduation details. For example, the Elcometer 2020/3 model has a range of 0 - 15 microns.
Dimensions and Weight: The packed dimensions are 180 x 40 x 12mm (7.1 x 1.6 x 0.5”) and the packed weight is 1.36kg (3lb).
Included Items: Each package includes the Elcometer 2020 Fineness of Grind Gauge, a scraper, a plastic case, and operating instructions.
Accessories: A replacement scraper (KT002020N001) is available as an accessory.
Usage Instructions: To use the gauge, place the material on the deepest part of the groove and draw it up the slope using the provided scraper. The particle size is indicated where the material stops.
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Dispersion & Density Elcometer 2020 Fineness of Grind Gauges The Elcometer Fineness of Grind Gauges are used to determine the particle size and fineness of grind of many materials including paints, pigments, inks, coatings, chocolates and other similar products. These two channel gauges, are made of hardened stainless steel and have two grooves with a graded slope (dependent on the model chosen). Graduated in microns, mils, NS (Hegman) or PCU (North), the gauges have a accuracy of ±3μm (0.12mil) or ±5% whichever is the greater. The groove width for all models is 12mm (0.47”) with a groove length of 127mm (5.0”). STANDARDS: ASTM D 1210, AS/NZS 1580.204.1 DIN 53203, EN 21524, FTMS 141 4411.1, ISO 1524, JIS K 5600-2-5, NF T30-046 Technical Specification Part Number Metric Hegman Paint Club Certificate (NS or H) (PCU) Packed Dimensions Packed Weight Packing List Elcometer 2020 Fineness of Grind Gauge, scraper, plastic case and operating instructions Replacement Scraper for Elcometer 2020 How to use a Fineness of Grind Gauge The material is placed on the deepest part of the groove and, using the scraper provided, drawn up the slope - the particle size is indicated where the material stops. ○ Optional Calibration Certificate available. © 2019 Elcometer Limited. Elcometer is a registered trademark of Elcometer Limited. All other trademarks acknowledged. Due to our policy of continuous improvement, Elcometer Limited reserves the right to change specifications without notice.

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