Viscosity Dip Cup

A viscosity dip cup is a simple tool used to measure the viscosity of liquids. It works by recording the time it takes for a standard volume of liquid to flow completely through a small hole at the bottom of the cup. The longer the time, the higher the viscosity. It is commonly used in industries such as coatings and inks for on-site rapid testing, offering easy operation and low cost.
Selection
When selecting a viscosity dip cup, it is essential to match the viscosity range of the liquid being tested. Common models include the DIN 4mm cup (suitable for lower viscosity) and the ISO 6mm cup (suitable for higher viscosity). Consider the corrosion resistance of the cup material: stainless steel is suitable for most liquids, while plastic cups are used for corrosive samples. Choose the corresponding certified cup type according to standard requirements to ensure comparability of measurement data. Pay attention to matching the cup opening size with the sample volume to avoid measurement errors.

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Instruments

Flow hole diaMeter 6mm, Cup height 74mm, stainless steel material, in line with international standards, suitable for Newtonian or near newtonian fluid, providing accurate viscosity assessment.

$ 587.00

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

Using 6mm filter diaMeter, viscosity measurement range 188-684cSt, flow time 30-100 seconds, in line with international standards design, suitable for rapid viscosity evaluation of newtonian fluids, aluminum alloy structure to ensure durability.

$ 432.00

Measurement range 100~ 300cst, equipped with 5mm flow hole and bracket, using copper Cup body, in line with ISO2431 standard, suitable for Benchtop viscosity testing.

$ 196.00

Using 8mm filter diaMeter, covering the viscosity range of 600-2000cSt, the outflow time is 30-100 seconds, and the aluminum alloy structure ensures light and durable design in line with international standards.

$ 434.00

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

1-8Mm pore diaMeter stainless steel filter can be replaced to meet different viscosity range tests; Cup mouth annular groove design can store overflowing liquid; Cup body is made of titanium anodic oxidation aluminum material, durable and easy to clean.

$ 422.00

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

The 1mm-8mm pore size filter can be replaced to meet the viscosity range test of 96~ 683cSt; the annular groove of the Cup mouth is designed to store overflowing liquids, and the Cup body is easy to clean without sinkage. It is equipped with a stainless steel filter positioner.

$ 403.00

Made of titanium anodic oxidation aluminum and stainless steel, the flow hole diaMeter is 6mm, the capacity is 100ml, and the one-hand immersion measurement meets the DIN 53211 standard to ensure High Accuracy Viscosity Testing.

$ 381.00

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

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

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

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

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