Paint Ford Viscosity Cup

The Ford viscosity cup measures the time it takes for a coating to completely flow out of a small hole at the bottom of the cup to reflect its viscosity. Its purpose is to provide a quick on-site assessment of coating fluidity, and it is used for viscosity control during both the production and application stages of coatings.
Selection
When selecting a Ford viscosity cup, it is essential to match the viscosity range of the coating being tested. Common cup numbers 1-4 correspond to different orifice sizes. Consider whether the coating components contain particles to avoid clogging. Choose brass or stainless steel materials based on the testing environment to meet routine inspection or corrosion resistance requirements.

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Instruments

Outflow aperture 3.4mm, viscosity measurement range 49~ 220cSt, aluminum alloy Cup with stainless steel aperture, in line with ASTM D1200 standard, suitable for laboratory viscosity testing.

$ 167.00

Aperture 4.12mm, viscosity measurement range of 70~ 370cSt, aluminum alloy Cup with stainless steel aperture, in line with ASTM D1200 standard, suitable for laboratory viscosity testing.

$ 167.00

Outflow aperture 1.9mm, viscosity measurement range of 10~ 35cSt, aluminum alloy Cup body and stainless steel pore structure durable, in line with ASTM D1200 standard.

$ 167.00

Using stainless steel aperture 5.20mm, viscosity measurement range of 200~ 1200cSt, aluminum alloy Cup body sturdy and durable, in line with ASTM D1200 standard, suitable for laboratory accurate measurement of fluid viscosity.

$ 170.00

Measurement range of 25~ 120cSt, outflow aperture of 2.53mm, suitable for laboratory viscosity testing.

$ 167.00

Using aluminum alloy anodic oxidation Cup body and stainless steel nozzle, aperture 1.90mm, viscosity measurement range of 10~ 35cSt, flow time of 55~ 100 seconds, suitable for liquid viscosity evaluation.

$ 130.00

Using aluminum alloy anodic oxidation Cup body and stainless steel nozzle, the diaMeter of the flow hole is 2.53mm, the viscosity range is 25~ 120cSt, and the liquid viscosity is evaluated by measuring the outflow time, which conforms to the ASTM standard design.

$ 130.00

Using titanium anodic oxidation aluminum Cup body and stainless steel filter, 3.4mm pore size design, viscosity measurement range 49-220cSt, Cup mouth deep groove anti-overflow, unique serial number traceability mass.

$ 500.00

Aperture 5.2mm, viscosity measurement range 200-1200cSt, Cup mouth design anti-spill groove, unique serial number logo, matching special bracket to improve test Stability.

$ 497.00

Using aluminum alloy anodic oxidation Cup body and stainless steel nozzle, the aperture is 3.40mm, the viscosity measurement range is 49~ 220cSt, and the outflow time is 25~ 105 seconds.

$ 130.00

Portable design with long stainless steel handle for easy operation. Outflow aperture 5.8mm, can measure 200-1200cSt viscosity range, corresponding to outflow time 30-100 seconds. Cup body aluminum alloy with stainless steel nozzle, both lightweight and corrosion resistance.

$ 285.00

Using aluminum alloy anodic oxidation Cup body and stainless steel nozzle, the aperture is 5.2mm, the viscosity measurement range is 200~ 1200cSt, the outflow time is 20~ 105 seconds, and the liquid viscosity is evaluated by the flow time.

$ 130.00

The filter aperture is 2.53mm, the viscosity test range is 25-120cSt, the outflow time is 40-100 seconds, the Cup mouth is designed to prevent liquid overflow, and each pRoduct is engraved with a unique serial number to ensure traceability.

$ 497.00

Outflow diaMeter of 4.1mm, measurement viscosity range of 70~ 370cst, flow time of 30~ 100s, the Cup body is made of titanium anodic oxidation aluminum material, filter and handle are stainless steel, the structure is sturdy and durable.

$ 497.00

Using titanium anodic oxidation aluminum material, the filter is stainless steel, the diaMeter of the flow hole is 4.1mm, the viscosity range is 70-370cSt, the Cup mouth is designed with an anti-spill groove, and each Cup is engraved with a unique serial number.

$ 497.00

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