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Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Control panel Spindle Guard rail Display USB interface RS 232 interface Connection socket for temperature sensor Connection socket for power cord...
We declare under our sole responsibility that this product corresponds to the regulations 2014/35/EU, 2006/42/EC, 2014/30/EU and 2011/65/EU and conforms with the standards or standardized documents: EN 61010-1 and EN 61326-1. A copy of the complete EU Declaration of Conformity can be requested at sales@ika.com. Safety instructions Explication of warning symbols Indicates an (extremely) hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death, serious injury.
Live parts inside the device may still be live for some time after unplugging from the power supply. Correct use Area of use (only indoors) The IKA Rotavisc must be used in conjunction with the IKA Rotas- - Laboratories - Schools...
Unpacking Unpacking - Unpack the device carefully. - Any damage should be notified immediately to the shipping agent (post, rail or logistics company). Delivery scope Rotavisc (lo-vi/me-vi/hi-vi I/hi-vi II) AC/DC adapter ( Adapter Spindle series lo-vi or me-vi Adapter Europe, Switzerland USA, China...
Switching on the device Check that the power supply matches the data on the rating plate. Observe the connection values and the ambient conditions (tem- Plug the AC adapter into a standard mains socket in order to sup- perature, humidity, etc.) listed under “Technical data”. ply the device with power.
Effect on accuracy when using accessory devices The IKA Rotavisc has a stated accuracy of ±1 % of the full scale range the range in use. This expanded measurement tolerance is a function in use.
Operation Control panel Item Designation Function Standby LED Power supply connected. “Power” key Power on/off. ”Lock” key Enable or disable other keys and the knob function. “Graph” key Go to the graph option. “Spindle” key Go to select the spindle. “Back”...
Menu structure Factory settings Viscosity Accuracy Accurate Balanced Fast Control mode Automatic Manual Density Value 1.000 Spindle List me-vi SP-6, SP-7, SP-8, SP-9, SP-10, SP-11, SP-12 hi-vi I SP-6, SP-7, SP-8, SP-9, SP-10, SP-11, SP-12 hi-vi II SP-6, SP-7, SP-8, SP-9, SP-10, SP-11, SP-12 lo-vi SP-1, SP-2, SP-3, SP-4, SP-5 SP-1...
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Factory settings Ramp Ramp 1-5 Start Mode Edit Start Step Loop back Total time Delete Stop condition Timer hh:mm:ss Torque Value Temperature Value Viscosity Value None Profile Profile 1-5 Load Delete Rename Password Safety Language English Settings Deutsch Français Español Italiano...
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Menu details 1. Viscosity Density Set the density for kinematic viscosity: Range: 0-9.999 g/cm Steps: 0.001 Spindle List: Select the spindle from the list. Search: - Spindle: Select the spindle by searching - Speed: Enter speed values for range calculation Range: 0 - 200.00;...
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5. Programs If you press the “enter“ key on this screen, a window will pop up in view graph screen with the details of the segments of the program selected. By rotating the right knob, you can navigate the information regarding the segments stored.
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6. Profile Load Load the designated profiles as the active profile. Delete Delete the profile values and load them with the default ones (Fac- tory settings). Rename With this option you can edit the name for the profiles and load the customized names.
IN_PV_4 Read actual speed (rpm) http://www.ika.com/ika/lws/download/usb-driver.zip. IN_PV_5 Read actual torque (%) Install the driver by running the setup file. Connect the IKA device IN_PV_80 Read viscocity through the USB data cable to the PC. The data communication IN_PV_82 Read shear rate runs through a virtual COM port.
Other materials Please consult IKA If you need to send your device to IKA for repairs, you have to make sure that it has been cleaned and is free from any materi- - Wear protective gloves during cleaning the devices.
Warranty In accordance with IKA warranty conditions, the warranty period The warranty does not cover worn out parts, nor does it apply is 24 months. For claims under the warranty please contact your to faults resulting from improper use, insufficient care or local dealer.
Appendix A “Range coefficient“ Using the “Range coefficient“, the maximum viscosity that can be measured with a specific spindle can be quickly determined. 1. Identify the selected spindle and the viscometer spring sensor (lo-vi/me-vi/hi-vi l/hi-vi ll). 2. Find the “Range coefficient“ in below table. 3.
Appendix B “ASTM specifications“ The following ASTM specifications describe the use of IKA viscometers and accessories. C 965-96 Practices for Measuring Viscosity of Glass Above the Softening Point (Reapproved 2002) C 1276-94 Standard Test Method for Measuring the Viscosity of Mold Powers Above their Melting Point Using a Rotational...
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