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SOFRASER PIV2 PORTABLE VISCOMETER

SOFRASER PIV2 PORTABLE VISCOMETER

SOFRASER PIV2 PORTABLE VISCOMETER

Product catalog summary
Typical Applications
The PIV2 Portable Viscometer is suitable for various industries including food & beverage (sauces, additives, emulsions), chemical (polymers, plastics, resins, detergents), cosmetics & pharmaceutics (gels, creams), oil & gas (fuels, oils, lubricants), and printing, packaging, coating (inks, varnishes, cardboards, glues, paints, lacquers).
Product Overview
The Sofraser PIV2 is a fully portable viscometer designed for field measurements. It is ideal for process optimization, machine adjustments, and raw materials control, with capabilities for measuring up to 50°C.
Key Features
  • Ergonomic Design: Non-skid sensor handle and transportation case for easy use anywhere.
  • Durability: Rugged sensor with no wearing parts, minimal maintenance, and quick ROI.
  • Efficiency: Simplified use and cleaning, with a vibrating rod that is easy to wipe clean.
  • Technology: Long battery life, memory for up to 16 measurements, and USB connectivity for data recovery.
Specifications
  • Measuring Range: 0.1-100 mPa.s to 1-1,000 mPa.s
  • Repeatability: ± 0.5% of Full Scale Range
  • Operating Conditions: Sample temperature up to 50°C / 120°F
  • Material: 316L stainless steel body, AU4G aluminum handle
  • Sensor Protection: IP67
  • Weight: Sensor: 2.5 kg, Electronic device: 0.4 kg
  • Power Supply: 4 x AA batteries, Battery charger (230 VAC, 50-60 Hz)
  • Battery Life: 8 hours
  • Memory: Up to 16 measurements
  • Output: USB communication port
  • Display: LCD screen
  • Accessories: Communication software, USB cable
Technology Background
The PIV2 uses a revolutionary vibrating-type technology, first launched in 2005 and patented in 2007. The vibration amplitude of the rod varies with the viscosity of the product, driven by constant electrical power at resonance frequency.
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SOFRASER PIV2 PORTABLE VISCOMETER-1

TYPICAL APPLICATIONS Food & beverage: sauces, additives, emulsions Chemical: polymers, plastics, resins, detergents FULLY PORTABLE VISCOMETER FOR FIELD MEASUREMENTS The Sofraser PIV2 portable viscometer’s simplifies field viscosity measurement. Long-lasting autonomy and measurement up to 50°C make it the perfect instrument for process optimisation operations, machine adjustments, and raw materials control. Ergonomic design: The non-skid sensor handle and a convenient transportation case option permit viscosity measurement in any place, at any time. Durable investment: The PIV2’s rugged sensor has no wearing parts, requires minimal maintenance, and guarantees a rapid return on investment. Effective time management: Simplified use saves incredible amounts of time in viscosity measurements and in cleaning operations. Simply wipe the vibrating rod and it is ready for the next trial. Practical technology: PIV2 functions facilitate all field operations for products up to 50°C. With an inherent long battery life, it memorizes up to 16 measures and is easily connected to a computer for data recovery. Cosmetics & pharmaceutics: gels, creams Oil & gas: fuels, oils, lubricants Printing, packaging, coating: inks, varnishes, cardboards glues, paints, lacquers Whatever your industry, we understand and develop solutions for many applications. For a personalized approach, contact us at: [email protected]

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SOFRASER PIV2 PORTABLE VISCOMETER-2

Based on revolutionary vibrating-type technology, Sofraser launched its first portable viscometer in 2005. These electronic advancements generated new principles that were patented in 2007 by The vibration amplitude varies according to the viscosity of the product in which the rod The active part of the sensor, a vibrating rod held in oscillation at resonance frequency, is driven by constant electrical Quality System AFNOR CEKTIFICATfCIM

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