Softening point

Softening point refers to the temperature at which a material begins to soften when heated, measured using the ring-and-ball method or the Vicat method, reflecting the thermal stability of the material. It is used to evaluate the performance of materials such as asphalt and resins under high temperatures, guiding formulation design and process control.

Instruments

Automatically detect the drop point and softening point of amorphous polymer compounds, temperature resolution 0.1 ℃, heating rate adjustable eight gears, in line with ASTMD3461-97 standard, easy to operate and strong sense of cleanliness.

$ 1719.00

Support thermal deformation and Vicat softening point test, Temperature range up to 300 ℃, Temperature control accuracy +/- 0.5 ℃, mechanical mixing and large capacity Tank to ensure uniform insulation field, double control mode operation flexibility.

$ 2300.00

It adopts copper ring and steel ball structure, supports 2-3.55 gram steel ball configuration, and accurately determines the softening temperature of the material through the drop distance of 25.4 mm, which is suitable for all kinds of asphalt experiment needs.

$ 122.00

Dual channel simultaneous detection, Temperature range RT +~ 360 ℃, high-resolution video real-time observation and recording of the whole process, support 0.1 ℃/min -20 ℃/min continuous heating rate, easy to verify the results.

$ 5237.00

Adopt high definition camera to observe the measurement process in real time, dual-channel simultaneous detection, adjustable heating rate 0.1-20 ℃/min, support video playback and automatic interpretation of deformation characteristics.

$ 5883.00

Temperature range RT +~ 300 ℃, heating rate 120 +/- 10 ℃/h, with sample rack lifting function, automatic stop heating at the end of the test, printable report Linear dispersion, suitable for Non-metallic material testing.

$ 4059.00

The Benchtop structure supports three-station testing, and the control accuracy of the constant rate heating algorithm reaches +/- 0.5 ° C. The data can be automatically recorded and exported to Excel. Transformer oil or methyl silicone oil is used as the heat conduction medium to ensure uniform heat preservation field.

$ 2139.00

Temperature range RT +~ 300 ℃, heating rate 120 ℃/h or 50 ℃/h, maximum deformation Measurement range 1mm, support thermal deformation and Vicat test, real-time display and alarm function.

$ 2010.00

Adjustment with 5 point buttons, 8 Ion concentration calibrated point selection, Measurement accuracy of +/- 1% FS, automatic temperature compensation to ensure full scale accurate measurement, 500 data storage and GLP compliance.

$ 696.00

Measurement accuracy of 0.5% F.S. with 5 point button calibrating and automatic end point locking, 500 data storage and automatic temperature compensation, suitable for a variety of Ion concentration unit selection.

$ 696.00

With 5 point button Adjustment, Measurement accuracy of 1% F. S, Support automatic temperature compensation and end point locking, can store 500 sets of data and comply with GLP specifications, equipped with USB interface for data transmission.

$ 696.00

With 5 point Adjustment, Measurement accuracy 0.5% F.S., Support automatic temperature compensation and end point locking, can store 500 sets of data and comply with GLP specifications, provide a variety of concentration unit selection.

$ 696.00

Measuring temperature, Humidity and dew point at the same time, dewpoint temperature range -40~ 40 ℃, with automatic memory function, digital LCD display ignore the difference, Sampling time is only 0.4 seconds, the structure is sturdy and portable.

$ 282.00

Measurement accuracy of 1% F. S and 1 × 10~ 0.1M wide range, support 5 point calibrating, automatic temperature compensation and 500 data storage, built-in clock conforms to GLP specifications.

$ 696.00

Measurement accuracy of +/- 1% F. S with 5 point button calibrating and automatic end point locking, 500 data storage and automatic temperature compensation to ensure measurement Stability and accuracy.

$ 696.00

Articles

Vicat softening point tester measures the heat deflection temperature of special engineering plastics.
The Vicat softening point tester measures the temperature at which a needle penetrates a plastic sample to a specified depth by heating and applying a load, thereby evaluating the heat deflection temperature of special engineering plastics.
Vicat Softening Point Tester measures the heat resistance of plastics.
This article introduces how a Vicat softening point tester measures the heat resistance of plastics. During the test, the instrument applies a fixed load to the plastic sample and heats it at a constant rate. When the flat-ended needle penetrates the sample to a depth of 1 millimeter, the temperature at that moment is recorded, which is known as the Vicat softening point.
Comparison of Vicat Softening Point Tester and Heat Deflection Temperature Tester in Assessing the Heat Resistance of Resins
This article compares the differences between the Vicat softening point tester and the heat deflection temperature tester in evaluating the heat resistance of resins.
Vicat Softening Point Tester evaluates the heat deformation resistance of resins.
The Vicat softening point tester is used to measure the thermal deformation resistance of resins. It heats and applies pressure to the specimen until it deforms by 1 millimeter, recording the temperature at that point as the softening point.
Key points for operating a hot melt adhesive softening point tester
The hot melt adhesive softening point tester is used to measure the softening temperature of materials when heated, which is important for quality control. Before operation, ensure that the ambient temperature is around 23 degrees, place the instrument level, check if the heating oil is clean, and calibrate the sensor.
Operation Specification for Determining the Softening Point of Resin Using the Ring-and-Ball Apparatus
This article introduces the standard procedure for determining the softening point of resins using the ring-and-ball method. The softening point is a critical indicator for evaluating the thermal properties of resins. During testing, the resin is heated until it deforms under the weight of a steel ball to a specified distance, and the corresponding temperature is recorded.
How to Choose Between the Ring and Ball Method and the Cup and Ball Method for Softening Point Testers? Read This and Stop Worrying
This article introduces two main methods for determining the softening point of materials: the ring-and-ball method and the cup-and-ball method. The ring-and-ball method is more widely used and is suitable for materials such as asphalt. It involves measuring the temperature at which a steel ball causes the sample to sink. The cup-and-ball method is often used for specific resins or wax products, relying on the flow of the sample or the penetration of a steel ball to determine the endpoint.