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BROOKFIELD RST
Rheometer
Operating Instructions
Manual No. M14-223-B1118
INSTRUMENTATION & SPECIALTY CONTROLS DIVISION
11 Commerce Boulevard, Middleboro, MA
02302
USA
: 508-946-6200 or 800-628-8139
(USA excluding MA)
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: 508-946-6262
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  • Page 1 BROOKFIELD RST Rheometer Operating Instructions Manual No. M14-223-B1118 INSTRUMENTATION & SPECIALTY CONTROLS DIVISION 11 Commerce Boulevard, Middleboro, MA 02302 : 508-946-6200 or 800-628-8139 (USA excluding MA) : 508-946-6262 Internet http://www.brookfieldengineering.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents I. INTRODUCTION ......................5 Models of the RST Rheometer ......................6 Rheometer System Configuration ....................7 I.2.1 RST-CC Rheometer ........................7 I.2.2 RST-SST Rheometer......................... 8 I.2.3 RST-CPS Rheometer ........................ 9 I.2.4 Computer System with Rheo3000 Software ...............10 Set-up, Safety and Instrument Care ....................11 I.3.2 Transportation and Unpacking ..................11...
  • Page 4 III. MEASURING SYSTEMS AND SAMPLE PREPARATION ..........74 III.1 Preparing Samples for use with the RST-CC and RST-SST Rheometers ......74 III.1.1 Measurement Directly in the Sample Container ............75 III.1.2 Measurement with the Sample in the Measuring System ........77 III.1.3 Measurement with the FTKY3 Temperature Control Device .........78 III.1.4 Measurement Using the ME3 Cone/Plate and Plate/Plate Adapter ....80 III.2 Preparing Samples for use with the RST-CPS Rheometer .............82 III.2.1 Manual Gap Instruments ....................82...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    • Assembled RST Rheometer • AC/DC adapter and power cord • Operating Instructions • Certification of Test • Brookfield’s Rheo3000 Software (30-day trial) • USB-RS232 Adapter • RS232 Cable • PC-USB Cable (A-B) AMETEK Brookfield Page 5 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 6: Models Of The Rst Rheometer

    6 characters of these models’ part numbers are always NNNN1N. The final 2 characters – XN – identify the power cord configuration. The letter “X” will change according to the country in which the instrument is used. AMETEK Brookfield Page 6 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 7: Rheometer System Configuration

    • Circulating temperature bath (PN: TC-550 or TC-650) • Holding device for convenient support of water jacket or ME3 device (PN: RST-92CPA) • Dymo Label Writer 450 printer (PN: GV-1050) • Computer system • Rheo3000 software AMETEK Brookfield Page 7 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 8: Rst-Sst Rheometer

    • Circulating temperature bath (PN: TC-550 or TC-650) • Holding device for convenient support of water jacket or ME3 device (PN: RST-92CPA) • Dymo Label Writer 450 printer (PN: GV-1050) • Computer system • Rheo3000 software AMETEK Brookfield Page 8 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 9: Rst-Cps Rheometer

    (PN: RSS-105) • Circulating temperature bath for use with CPS-FH model (PN: TC-550 or TC-650) • Dymo Label Writer 450 printer (PN: GV-1050) • Computer system • Rheo3000 software AMETEK Brookfield Page 9 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 10: Computer System With Rheo3000 Software

    • Extensive rheological analyses • Graphical evaluation • Evaluation using mathematical models • Automated measurements • Specific requirements (e.g. FDA Title 21 CFR Part 11) • Research and development AMETEK Brookfield Page 10 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 11: Set-Up, Safety And Instrument Care

    I.3.2 Transportation and Unpacking Always transport the RST Rheometer in its original carton. Protect against bumps and shocks. Save the original shipment container for future use (i.e. returning the instrument to AMETEK Brookfield or your local authorized dealer for calibration service.) Check the instrument for transport damage after unpacking.

  • Page 12: General Handling And Operation Safety

    • Switch the measuring instrument off and disconnect the main plug when: - in service or repair - moving the measuring instrument - in danger or an emergency AMETEK Brookfield Page 12 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 13: Set-Up

    After height adjustment, fasten the clamp handle finger-tight again. AMETEK Brookfield Page 13 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 14 • Screw the work plate to the stand finger-tight using the two spigot nuts. Electrical Connections: Connections for the electrical components of the RST Rheometer are located on the back of the instrument, as shown in Figure I-6. AMETEK Brookfield Page 14 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 15 Figure I-8 Electrical Connections: Connections for the electrical components of the RST-CPS Rheometer are located on the back of the instrument, as shown in Figure I-9 below. AMETEK Brookfield Page 15 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 16 • The AC adapter and the cables must never get into contact with liquids. • The AC adapter should not remain plugged in when the DC cable is disconnected from the back panel of the instrument. AMETEK Brookfield Page 16 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 17: Assembly Of Additional Devices

    To connect a hose, push the coupling sleeve slightly back, insert the hose connector, and let the coupling go. The hose will be fastened, without screwing or turning, by locking in. Pull lightly to check if the hoses fit tightly. AMETEK Brookfield Page 17 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 18 • Deionized water mixed with glycol for operation between -10°C to +90°C • Thermostat oil for operation between -20°C to +180°C Suitable thermostat liquids can be obtained from AMETEK Brookfield or an authorized dealer. Set the upper temperature limit of the circulating temperature bath to +90°C if using water and to +180°C if using oil.
  • Page 19 (PN: TC-550 or TC-650). The ME3 measuring device has a Pt100 temperature sensor built into the body of the device in order to report the test material temperature. AMETEK Brookfield Page 19 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 20 • Deionized water mixed with glycol for operation between -10°C to +90°C • Thermostat oil for operation between -20°C to +180°C Suitable thermostat liquids can be obtained from AMETEK Brookfield or your local authorized dealer. Set the upper temperature limit of the circulation temperature bath to 90°C if using water and to 180°C if using oil.

  • Page 21: Printer Connection

    1) Turn the RST Rheometer off with the Power button on the back of the instrument. 2) Insert the printer connecting cable into the USB Host socket on the back panel of the RST AMETEK Brookfield Page 21 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 22: Computer Connection

    • Use the supplied cleaning cloth to clean the touch screen display. If necessary, replace the protective foil on the touch screen display. Replacements are available from your AMETEK Brookfield dealer (Part No. RST-3011 – five protective screens and one cleaning clothe).
  • Page 23 • Refer to Appendix C for complete details on calibration check procedures In case of instrument failure (or deviation from the mineral oil viscosity value), or should the instrument require repair, please contact AMETEK Brookfield or your local authorized dealer. Only authorized service personnel may work on the control electronics, all...

  • Page 24: Standalone Mode

    (i.e. SN: 7120001) are listed. Figure II-1 4) If User Management is not activated, the system will display the home screen following completion of the self-test. The home screen will appear as in Figure II-2. Figure II-2 AMETEK Brookfield Page 24 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 25 8) The following screen will appear as shown in Figure II-4. Enter the desired start temperature. If using the “Wait for Temperature” option in the absence of a Pt100 temperature sensor, enter the observed sample temperature. Press OK. If operating without a Pt100 sensor, continue to step 10. AMETEK Brookfield Page 25 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 26 Section II.3.2 on measuring systems. If the measurement system information is already stored, there will be no Add icon. Press OK and continue to step 13. AMETEK Brookfield Page 26 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 27 13) The next screen appears as shown in Figure II-8. Select the controlled variable to be used in the experiment and press OK. For example, in order to run a static yield stress test, choose to control the shear stress variable. Figure II-8 AMETEK Brookfield Page 27 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 28 Figure II-10 16) On the screen titled “Substance (sample material)”, which is shown in Figure II-11, enter a sample name then press OK. The maximum numer of alpha numeric characters is 25. Figure II-11 AMETEK Brookfield Page 28 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 29 In such cases, the instrument will abort the measuring program and any data from the program will be lost. AMETEK Brookfield Page 29 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 30 Figure II-16. The data available from the Review Data button is also accessible using Explorer, which is described in Section II.3.5. AMETEK Brookfield Page 30 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 31 Yes, the display will instruct the user to release the spindle coupling. When there is sample material on the plate, always release the spindle coupling before raising the head so as to prevent damage to the rheometer. AMETEK Brookfield Page 31 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 32: Ii.2 Touchscreen And Menu System

    The home screen is the main menu for the touch screen menu system and is shown in Figure II-18. Figure II-18 The following is a schematic representation of the touch screen menu system for the RST Rheometer, starting with the home screen menu options. AMETEK Brookfield Page 32 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 33 Edit Units Measuring System Users Edit Program Explorer Settings Time Counter About Barcode Memory Self-Test Temperature USB Language German English Chinese AMETEK Brookfield Page 33 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 34 RS232 Service Export Options Display Run Single Zeroing Run Program 1 Run Program 2 Run Program 3 Run Programs 4 to 11 Run Program 4 Run Program 5 (similar representation for programs 6-11) AMETEK Brookfield Page 34 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 35: Ii.3 Edit

    • Design and change test programs • View and manage measured data II.3.1 Units To change the default units for viscosity and temperature, press the Units icon from the Edit menu. Figure II-21 AMETEK Brookfield Page 35 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 36: Ii.3.2 Measuring Systems

    To “Hide” measuring systems, which are seldom used, tap the check box in front of the measuring system type to remove the check mark. AMETEK Brookfield Page 36 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 37 When adding a new measuring system or editing an existing one, the following series of screens is presented. (This procedure is also used when adding a measuring system from the Settings > Barcode menu or adding a system while preparing a RunSingle program.) AMETEK Brookfield Page 37 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 38 K•Gamma and Tau Promill may already be entered, however the user should update these values with the exact values from the spindle data sheet. Press OK to continue. AMETEK Brookfield Page 38 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 39 5) Then enter the sample volume required for the measurement in milliLiters (mL) on the next screen (Figure II-30). Figure II-30 6) Save the entered value by pressing OK. This completes and saves the measurement system information. AMETEK Brookfield Page 39 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 40: Ii.3.3 User Management

    The ADMIN is automatically created and cannot be deleted, but the ADMIN user information should be reviewed so the administrator can assign themselves a new, secure password. AMETEK Brookfield Page 40 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 41 “Delete” provides the user with the right to delete measuring systems or users. Select the appropriate rights for the user, and press OK to continue. Figure II-35 AMETEK Brookfield Page 41 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 42 When the RST Rheometer is restarted and User Management has been activated, the first screen to appear after startup is User Name (Figure II-38). This screen is also presented when leaving the Edit users menu after User Management has been activated. Use the AMETEK Brookfield Page 42 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 43: Ii.3.4 Edit Program

    Each of these program types is detailed in the following sections. To design a measurement program: 1) Select the “Edit Prog” button from the Edit menu. AMETEK Brookfield Page 43 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 44 The measuring systems at the beginning of the list are generalized measuring systems, meaning that they are compatible with any recognized spindle with the same geometry as the generalized measuring system. It is helpful to AMETEK Brookfield Page 44 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 45 (Pas), milliPascal•seconds (mPas), Poise (P) and centipoise (cP). Units for temperature include °C and °F. Select units and press OK. Figure II-43 6) On the next screen, shown in Figure II-44, choose the test type. Figure II-44 AMETEK Brookfield Page 45 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 46 Figure II-46. Press OK (Figure II-45). Figure II-46 10) Enter the name of the sample material to be used with this program. Press OK. The program will be saved and ready for use. Figure II-47 AMETEK Brookfield Page 46 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 47 4) The sequence of screens that follows after choosing to edit a program step is analogous to the inputs requested from the RunSingle program. For instructions, refer to the Quick Start guide in Section II.1, which details each test parameter. Enter the test parameters. AMETEK Brookfield Page 47 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 48 9) Next, enter the company name if appropriate or leave the field blank, and press OK. Figure II-50 10) On the next screen (Figure II-51), choose whether to prompt for the company name each time the program executes. Press OK. Figure II-51 AMETEK Brookfield Page 48 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 49 Use the sliding scale to set the duration of the alarm beep. The beep time can range from 0.1 second to 5 seconds. Consider the time interval between measuring points when selecting a beep time. Press OK. AMETEK Brookfield Page 49 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 50 Output Group 2 provides the choice to send the data out the RST’s USB-B port or through RS-232 serial port. Select the appropriate data output locations, and then press OK. AMETEK Brookfield Page 50 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 51 The Creep test produces a constant shear stress and measures the resulting strain, also called shear deformation. Figure II-59 below shows a graph of typical creep behavior for a viscoelastic fluid. AMETEK Brookfield Page 51 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 52 ɣ -max represents the maximum shear deformation achieved during the test. • E-index E-index refers to the elastic index of the test material, calculated as the ratio of the elastic deformation to the maximum deformation. ɣ index ɣ AMETEK Brookfield Page 52 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 53 If no data output is needed, leave the box unchecked. Press OK. Figure II-60 4) After arranging the report feature, the test parameters are complete. Refer back to the beginning of Section II.3.4 for further instructions. AMETEK Brookfield Page 53 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 54 ɣ -x is the y-intercept of the linear regression line. • ɣ -max ɣ -max represents the maximum shear deformation achieved during the test. AMETEK Brookfield Page 54 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 55 60 seconds is entered, the creep step will run for 60 seconds, and then the relaxation step will run for an additional 60 seconds. Be sure to allow enough time to fully observe the test material’s elastic behavior. By the end of the creep step of AMETEK Brookfield Page 55 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 56 SST modulus. Figure II-63 below shows a graph of typical fluid behavior for an SST test. Figure II-63 For each measuring point, the SST test reports: • τ, Shear stress • M, Torque AMETEK Brookfield Page 56 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 57 This program requires a minimum of 0.1 seconds between measuring points, which means that the maximum number of measuring points which can be taken is ten times the step time. AMETEK Brookfield Page 57 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 58 The program then uses the collected data to calculate the yield stress. Figure II-65 below shows a graph of typical psuedoplastic behavior for a Yield test. Figure II-65 For each measuring point, the Yield test reports: • η, Viscosity • ɣ, Strain AMETEK Brookfield Page 58 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 59 Check the Report box in order to arrange for automatic data output after the test. If “Report” is checked, the following series of screens will provide data output options. The report feature functions as described in Section II.3.4.1 on the AMETEK Brookfield Page 59 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 60 For each measuring point, the Thixotropy test reports: • η, Viscosity • ɣ ̇ , Shear rate • τ, Shear stress • T, Temperature • t, Time • η ̇ , Fractional change in viscosity • M, Torque AMETEK Brookfield Page 60 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 61 The time should be long enough that steady state is reached by the end of the test. 3) After the test parameters regarding temperature options, the screen shown in the figure below will be presented. Check the Report box in order to arrange for automatic data AMETEK Brookfield Page 61 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 62: Ii.3.5 Explorer

    This folder contains all standalone test data files from the internal memory of the RST Rheometer. Instructions on navigating the Data folder are detailed below. Instructions on transferring files from Data to a USB stick follow. AMETEK Brookfield Page 62 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 63 Press OK to continue to the next screen. AMETEK Brookfield Page 63 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 64 The screen shown in Figure II-74 allows the user to examine the math model, quality control, and report features used with the program. Touch an icon to examine that feature. Use the OK arrow to continue to the next screen. Figure II-74 AMETEK Brookfield Page 64 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 65 Figure II-76. Press the data transfer icon to automatically transfer the file or files to the flash drive. Refer to Section II.4.14 to configure the file format used upon export. Figure II-76 AMETEK Brookfield Page 65 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 66: Ii.4 Settings

    Time allows the user to set the current date and time. The date and time display formats can be changed using the blue boxes, shown in Figure II-79. Additionally, the green arrow label “Cal” can be used to calibrate the clock if it runs fast or slow. Figure II-79 AMETEK Brookfield Page 66 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 67: Ii.4.2 Counter

    SST, and Yield tests, which tend to operate at low speeds. The time required to do all zeroing procedures is about 2 hours and 13 minutes. Figure II-81 shows time required for each procedure. AMETEK Brookfield Page 67 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 68: Ii.4.4 Barcode

    From the memory screen, the user also has access to Explorer via the icon on the right side of the screen. Explorer allows the user to view stored data files and is explained in detail in Section II.3.5. AMETEK Brookfield Page 68...

  • Page 69: Ii.4.6 Self Test

    25°C and a Delta T of 0.5°C would mean that a Pt100 detected temperature is acceptable in the range of 24.5°C to 25.5°C. Time refers to the time in seconds the instrument is instructed to wait after achieving the Set Temperature before proceeding with a test. AMETEK Brookfield Page 69 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 70: Ii.4.8 Usb Port

    Settings options. Press the “Language” icon. See Figure II-88 through II-90. Press the relevant icon to set the touch system display language. Figure II-88 AMETEK Brookfield Page 70 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 71: Ii.4.10 Rs232 Port

    In future versions, the following languages will be implemented: • Japanese • French • Portuguese • Russian • Spanish II.4.10 RS232 Port This menu item allows the user to configure the RS232 port. Figure II-91 AMETEK Brookfield Page 71 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 72: Ii.4.11 Service

    P: Printed circuit board information II.4.13 Display The display menu is shown in Figure II-93. Use the radio buttons to control the brightness and delay time required before the screen saver begins. Figure II-93 AMETEK Brookfield Page 72 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 73: Ii.4.14 Export Options

    To run a stored program, press the icon for the program to be run. The program will prompt for the substance name first. Then spindle recognition will be performed followed by gap setting procedure if using the RST-CPS model. The test will execute automatically. AMETEK Brookfield Page 73 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 74: Measuring Systems And Sample Preparation

    • measuring chamber for sample cup (CC-3-40-R…CC-3-8-R) • sample cup ejector (CC-3-40-P…CC-3-8-P) • cylinder spindle (CCT-40...CCT-8 or disposable spindle CCT-25D) Vane measuring systems for measurement of soft solids directly in the sample container: • vane spindle (VT-10-5…VT-80-70) AMETEK Brookfield Page 74 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 75: Iii.1.1 Measurement Directly In The Sample Container

    10) Connect the Pt100 sensor to the instrument using the port on the back of the instrument. It is necessary to restart the instrument in order for it to recognize the sensor as connected. Figure III-3 11) Proceed with measurement. AMETEK Brookfield Page 75 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 76 2) Open the spindle coupling and remove the spindle carefully. 3) Clean the spindle. Do not use any objects in cleaning that might scratch the spindle. 4) Store the spindle on a soft surface or in its original container. AMETEK Brookfield Page 76 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 77: Iii.1.2 Measurement With The Sample In The Measuring System

    4) Remove the spindle from the sample cup. 5) Dispose of the used sample material properly. 6) Clean the spindle and sample cup. To clean the sample cup, unscrew the sample cup bottom AMETEK Brookfield Page 77 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 78: Iii.1.3 Measurement With The Ftky3 Temperature Control Device

    To disassemble a cylinder measuring system used with the FTKY3 temperature control device: 1) Take note of the operating temperature. Allow the measuring system to cool to a safe temperature before disassembling. 2) Release the spindle by opening the spindle coupling. AMETEK Brookfield Page 78 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 79 7) Ensure that the spindle coupling is open. If it is closed, open the spindle coupling by lifting the black coupling sleeve up. The inner ring of the coupling will be visible under AMETEK Brookfield Page 79 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 80: Iii.1.4 Measurement Using The Me3 Cone/Plate And Plate/Plate Adapter

    III.1.4 Measurement Using the ME3 Cone/Plate and Plate/Plate Adapter To prepare a sample for testing with the ME3 measuring device, as shown in Figure III-9: Figure III-9 1 Threaded ring for mounting flange 5 Guide pin AMETEK Brookfield Page 80 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 81 14) If using the KE cooling device, begin cool water circulation through the device. 15) If using temperature control, begin circulation to the ME3 device. Wait for the sample to come to temperature. 16) Proceed with measurement. AMETEK Brookfield Page 81 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 82: Iii.2 Preparing Samples For Use With The Rst-Cps Rheometer

    The appropriate sample volume is indicated on the spindle data sheet. Avoid air bubbles in the sample material, as they may result in irreproducible or false data. Use the Stop button to abort the program. AMETEK Brookfield Page 82 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 83 8) If there is any sample material outside the circumference of the spindle, press the Stop button and carefully remove the excess with a spatula. Sample material outside the circumference of the spindle may result in irreproducible or false data. AMETEK Brookfield Page 83 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 84: Iii.2.2 Automatic Gap Instruments

    5) Load the sample onto the center of the bottom plate. The appropriate sample volume is indicated on the spindle data sheet. Avoid air bubbles in the sample material, as they may result in irreproducible or false data. AMETEK Brookfield Page 84 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 85 8) If there is any sample material outside the circumference of the spindle, press the Stop button or the display screen (Figure III-15) before carefully removing the excess with a spatula. Sample material outside the circumference of the spindle will result in irreproducible or false data. AMETEK Brookfield Page 85 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 86: Iii.2.3 Cps Instrument With Peltier Temperature Control

    6) Store the spindle on a soft surface or in its original container. III.2.3 CPS Instrument with Peltier Temperature Control Shut Down procedure during power off automatically brings bottom plate temperature to 30°C. This is the best practice for preserving long life of Peltier element. AMETEK Brookfield Page 86 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 87: Troubleshooting

    IV. TROUBLESHOOTING The following situations may occur when operating the instrument. Use the corrective action described in this section. If you need further assistance to fix the problem, contact AMETEK Brookfield or your local authorized dealer. COMMUNICATION WITH RHEO 3000 SOFTWARE The RST Rheometer must be powered on and the home screen is displayed.

  • Page 88: Appendix A - Technical Data

    6 in x 2.4 in x 1.5 in 0.5 kg Weight 1 lbs Power supply 80 to 264 VAC operating voltage 24 V DC output voltage 3.54 A output amperage 85 W power output 47 to 63 Hz Frequency AMETEK Brookfield Page 88 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 89: Appendix B - Gap Setting Procedure For The Rst-Cps Rheometer

    2) Loosen the hexagon screw on the shaft of the spindle, as instructed by the display screen shown in Figure B-2. Pull down on the cone spindle to make sure that the shaft is fully extended. When finished, press OK. Figure B-2 AMETEK Brookfield Page 89 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 90 This will ensure that the measuring system does not lift from the bottom plate during tightening. Press OK. Figure B-5 AMETEK Brookfield Page 90 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 91 2) Loosen the hexagon screw on the shaft of the spindle, as instructed by the display screen shown in Figure B-8. Pull down on the cone spindle to make sure that the shaft is fully extended. When finished, press OK. AMETEK Brookfield Page 91 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 92 Press OK. Figure B-10 6) The rheometer head will automatically move to the raised position, and the gap will automatically be adjusted shown in Figure B-11. AMETEK Brookfield Page 92 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 93 RPT-50: plate with 50mm diameter RPT-25: plate with 75 mm diameter It is possible to request plates with alternative diameters by contacting your authorized AMETEK Brookfield dealer for quote and delivery. RST-CPS with Peltier plate for temperature control will work only with RPT-25 and RPT-50 plate spindles.

  • Page 94: Appendix C - Calibration Check

    You will also need a circulating temperature bath to condition the viscosity standard to a set temperature, normally 25°C. All Brookfield viscosity standards are calibrated at 25°C. Additional temperature calibrations are available upon request when the fluid is ordered from AMETEK Brookfield or an authorized dealer.
  • Page 95 15 seconds after the test starts at this torque to minimize potential error. If the instrument fails when you repeat the calibration check, contact AMETEK Brookfield or your local authorized dealer. AMETEK Brookfield Page 95 Manual No.

  • Page 96: Appendix D - Symbols For Test Parameters And Units Of Measurement

    Appendix D - Symbols for Test Parameters and Units of Measurement Parameter Symbol Unit Speed [min Torque [1000‰ = 100 mNm] Temperature [°C, °F] Time ɣ ̇ Shear Rate τ Shear Stress [Pa] η Viscosity [Pa•s, mPa•s, cP, P] AMETEK Brookfield Page 96 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 97: Appendix E - Data Sheets For Standard Measuring Systems

    22.5 23.9 Length of measuring bob L [mm] 37.5 68.5 68.5 δ Radius ratio 1.050 1.0847 1.0847 1.0847 1.0844 1.0209 Coefficient of resistance c L 1.09 1.03 Measuring geometry according to DIN 53019 AMETEK Brookfield Page 97 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 98 Inside radius of sample cup R 1 [mm] 19.25 Outside radius of sample cup R 4 [mm] 21.0 Length of measuring bob L [mm] δ 1.0244 Radius ratio Coefficient of resistance c L Measuring geometry according to DIN 54453 AMETEK Brookfield Page 98 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 99 Table of Vane Spindles for use with the RST-SST Soft Solids Tester Vane Height [mm] Diameter [mm] Shear Stress [Pa] VT-10-5 330 ... 210,000 VT-20-10 41 ... 27,000 VT-20-20 9 ... 5,900 VT-30-15 12 ... 8,000 AMETEK Brookfield Page 99 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 100 These are pre-loaded in the Rheo 3000 software. If you do not have these vanes available in Block Editor or on your instrument, then please load them using Meas-Editor for software driven setups, or see Section VI.6.4: Utilities Measuring Systems for stand-alone setups. AMETEK Brookfield Page 100 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 101 (e.g. VT-40-20MB) in our Brookfield price lists. The shaft on the vane spindle has been shortened to allow the spindle to fit in the MB chamber. For example, VT-40-20MB spindle can be used with the MBT-25 chambers. Contact AMETEK Brookfield or your local authorized dealer for more information.

  • Page 102: Appendix F - Measuring In Brabender Units (Bu)

    Calibration check of the RST Rheometer, when using a Brabender spindle, is done with the special kit RSS-109, which includes CCT-40 spindle, MBT-40 chamber and 1000 cP viscosity standard fluid calibrated at five different temperatures. AMETEK Brookfield Page 102 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 103 .156 ± .010 .531 ± .010 90° ± 1.5° KU1-10S 90° ± 1.5° SPINDLE SHAFT .844 ± .003 ( 1.688 ) KU1-76 90° ± 1.5° 90° ± 1.5° SPINDLE CROSSBAR .188 ( ø .187 AMETEK Brookfield Page 103 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 104: Appendix G - Instrument Dimensions

    Appendix G - Instrument Dimensions RST-CC: 340mm (13 25/64) AMETEK Brookfield Page 104 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 105 RST-SST: 340 mm (13 25/64) AMETEK Brookfield Page 105 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 106 RST-CPS-F: ( 7 21/64) (1 31/32) (12 63/64) AMETEK Brookfield Page 106 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...
  • Page 107 RST-CPS-PA /-PO, RST-CPS-EH: 186mm (7 21/64) (1 31/32) (12 63/64) AMETEK Brookfield Page 107 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 108: Appendix H - Online Help And Additional Resources

    Visit our Services section on our website to learn more about training. ** Downloads will require you to register your name, company and email address. We respect your privacy and will not share this information outside of Brookfield. AMETEK Brookfield Page 108 Manual No. M14-223-B0818...

  • Page 109: Appendix I - Warranty Repair And Service

    Telephone: (508) 946-6200 Fax: (508) 923-5009 www.brookfieldengineering.com For repair or service outside the United States, consult AMETEK Brookfield or the authorized dealer from whom you purchased the instrument. For repair or service in the United Kingdom return to: AMETEK (GB) Limited...

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