Viscosity Measurement & Control
Print quality is a vital part of modern marketing. Controlling the viscosity of inks and coatings keeps colour consistant and quality constant. Jenton sell opti-color viscosity control in the UK and have done for 40 + years. We offer everything from simple cups to fully automated systems, mixers and pumps.
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Test Cups
Used to get initial information about viscosity values
Test cups are supplied in various designs and standards, for use in production, labs and other applications. They are simple to use for the approximate measurement of apparent viscosity values in a wide range of materials including paints, varnishes, lacquers, inks and other viscous products. opti-color can supply cups for all the mainstream ranges (ie Zahn etc). Special cups for refractory coatings with enlarged volume for increased accuracy with extra long handles available on request.
OBD / OB2 Rotational Viscosity Sensors
Achieving accurate viscosity measurement
opti-color OBD sensors are vertically mounted and dip into ink and coating tanks. There is a central shaft that rotates with a specific disc / body under the surface of the liquid. The speed this rotates and pattern of rotation is analysed to give accurate viscoity information. The signal is generated by the resistance, so directly related to dynamic viscosity values. The controller will then operate a valve to add diluent.
UVC-S Standard Control System
Specially made to evaluate and control viscosity values from connected rotating sensors
opti-color control units are available in degrees of sophistication.
Standard applications are served with a selection of usable scales and main control parameters, keeping it simple. The set point and actual viscosity figures are easily visible. The controller will take input from the OBD or other sensor and then operate a valve as appropriate to add diluent.
UVC-R Viscosity Control System
Specially made to evaluate and control viscosity and optional temperature values from connected sensors
The available functions and options in the UVC-R range allow greater control for demanding applications and system integration to your machines. Bespoke viscosity scales are possible for special materials and thixatropic materials. These units also operate with input from opti-color OBD sensors.
ViscoLab 895-GL/PA
Viscosity Measuring System
ViscoLab Type 895-GL
Typical selection of functions/features:
- Measurement of Viscosity, Temperature, Torque% with 3 spindles (A1 - A3) for variable ranges from about 50 to more than 200.000mPas
- Speed steps from 0,5 to 250 rpm, 2 x glass cups with 100 and 15 ml volume
- 230 V / 50 Hz net adapter, 4 x LR6 / AA batteries, Output: Display, USB-PC
- about 120x120xH205 mm, about 0,9 kg
