Ice TensioMeter

The ice Tensiometer is used to detect the low-temperature stability of liquids such as coatings and inks by measuring changes in the surface tension of the liquid near the freezing point. Its principle is based on the capillary method or pendant drop method, capturing the abrupt change point of surface tension during the cooling process. Applications include evaluating the low-temperature adaptability of printing inks, testing the compatibility of plastic additives, and verifying the performance of paper sizing agents.
Selection
When selecting, consider that the measurement temperature range should cover the actual operating environment, the accuracy should meet the requirements of process control, and it should be compatible with the corrosiveness of the samples. Pay attention to the sensor's response speed and its suitability for the sample volume. The operation interface should align with personnel habits, and the maintenance costs should match the budget with the equipment's durability.

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Using semiconductor refrigeration technology, temperature control accuracy of +/- 0.5 ℃, cooling time only 10 minutes from 25 ℃ to 4 ℃, with automatic fault detection and over-temperature protection function, support a variety of centrifuge tube module selection.

$ 598.00

Using platinum plate method measurement, accuracy of 0.1mN/m, equipped with 7-inch Touchscreen and electronic level, support automatic lifting and data management, to ensure stable and reliable measurement.

$ 2842.00

Portable design volume 145 * 52 * 23mm, support 100 sets of data storage and automatic calculation, with upper and lower limit alarm and USB communication functions, relative Indication Error only 0.5%, suitable for a variety of force value unit switching.

$ 231.00

The ring method is adopted, the resolution reaches 0.1mN/m, supports automatic stop and average calculation, and is equipped with 24-bit AD converter and LVDT displacement Sensor to ensure Test accuracy and Repeatability.

$ 1332.00

Ring test and reference material correction, resolution 0.01mN/m, equipped with 24-bit AD converter and LVDT displacement Sensor, support automatic stop and averaging functions to ensure test Linearity and repeability accuracy.

$ 1397.00

With 4.3-inch Touchscreen operation, the electromagnetic force equilibrating Sensor ensures high Sensitivity and 0.1mN/m accuracy, supports platinum plate method and ring method dual mode, fully automatic measurement direct display results, in line with many international standards.

$ 1380.00

High Accuracy measurement with 0.5% Relative Indication Error and 0.005N Graduation, supports gravity acceleration setting, upper and lower limit alarm, data storage analysis and USB communication functions to meet a variety of industrial testing needs.

$ 231.00

Laser Sensor is used to directly measure the natural vibration frequency of the belt. The size of the split probe is only 124 * 21 * 12mm, which can penetrate into the depth of 66mm. Measurement range is 10-500Hz, and it supports metric and imperial unit switching.

$ 627.00

Using electromagnetic force equilibrating Sensor, accuracy of 0.01mN/m, support platinum plate and platinum ring method, automatic measurement without calculation, real-time display Linear dispersion and save the results.

$ 2029.00

Adopt automatic lifting system, the lifting speed can be adjusted from 0 to 300mm/min, equipped with electronic level to ensure Measurement accuracy, built-in measurement program to eliminate human interference, support dynamic smooth operation to reduce vibration impact.

$ 6260.00

Measurement range 0-200mN/m, accuracy +/- 0.02mN/m, support Automatic calibration and temperature compensation, real-time display test Linear dispersion and export Excel data.

$ 4188.00

Using platinum ring measurement, accuracy of 0.1mN/m, equipped with electronic level and automatic lifting system, eliminate vibration effects, support dynamic measurement and data management, to ensure experimental Repeatability and accuracy.

$ 2842.00

Measurement accuracy of 0.1mN/m using electromagnetic force equilibrating Sensor, support platinum plate method and platinum ring method dual method, automatic operation without manual calculation, real-time display Linear dispersion and save data.

$ 1840.00

Measurement range 0-400mN/m, accuracy up to 0.1mN/m, support Automatic calibration and temperature compensation, real-time display of test Linear dispersion and export of Excel data.

$ 3107.00

Using platinum ring measurement, accuracy of 0.01mN/m, equipped with electronic level and automatic lifting system to ensure stable and reliable measurement process, support dynamic smooth operation to reduce vibration interference.

$ 3886.00

Articles

Surface Tensiometer Evaluates the Wetting and Spreading Properties of Resin Liquids
This article introduces how to use a surface tensiometer to evaluate the wetting and spreading performance of resin liquids. Wetting and spreading affect the adhesion and appearance of products such as coatings and adhesives, and the process can be described by Young's equation and the spreading coefficient.
Determination of Static Surface Tension of Color Coatings Using the Platinum Plate Method with a Surface Tensiometer
This article introduces the method of measuring the static surface tension of colored paints using the platinum plate method. It explains the principle, which involves calculating the surface tension by measuring the force when the platinum plate is lifted from the liquid surface.
Surface Tensiometer: Interpreting the Invisible Forces on Liquid Surfaces
Surface tension is the contractile force generated by the uneven forces acting on molecules at the liquid surface, influencing phenomena such as droplet formation and capillarity. Surface tension meters measure this force using techniques like the Wilhelmy plate method, the platinum ring method, or the pendant drop method. Their core components include force sensors, sample stages, and data processing systems.
Surface Tensiometer vs. Contact Angle Goniometer: Which One to Choose for Wetting Studies?
Surface tension meters primarily measure the surface tension of liquids and are suitable for analyzing the properties of liquids themselves, such as purity or the effects of additives. Contact angle meters, on the other hand, evaluate the wettability of solids by analyzing the contour of liquid droplets on solid surfaces, and are commonly used in surface treatment or coating research.
Tips for Cleaning and Maintaining the Platinum Plate/Ring of a Surface Tensiometer
In the field of laboratory testing, the measurement accuracy of a surface tensiometer largely depends on the cleanliness and intact condition of its key components—the platinum plate or platinum ring. This article explains how to maintain them.
How does a surface tensiometer determine the success or failure of printing quality?
Surface tension is a critical factor affecting printing quality, as it determines the wetting and adhesion of ink on materials such as paper and plastic. Accurate measurement and control of the surface tension of relevant liquids using a surface tensiometer are prerequisites for ensuring printing quality.