Paint Dip Cup

A paint dipping cup is a tool used to measure the viscosity of liquid coatings. Its principle is based on the outflow time method, which determines viscosity by measuring the time it takes for a standard volume of coating to flow out from a small hole at the bottom of the cup. Its purpose is to quickly assess the flowability and application performance of coatings. It is applied in on-site formulation, production process control, and quality inspection.
Selection
When selecting a coating dip cup, it is essential to consider the measurement range matching the viscosity of the coating. Commonly used models include ISO cups and Ford cups. Pay attention to the precision of the cup nozzle size and the corrosion resistance of the material. Determine the flow time range based on construction requirements and select the corresponding specifications with reference to relevant industry standards. Regularly calibrate with standard oil to ensure measurement accuracy.

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Instruments

Adopting dip coating with double roll extrusion structure, Spreader thickness 0.3-10 mm adjustable, mechanical speed 1.2m/min can be slowly adjusted, built-in glue circulation system to ensure Spreader uniformity.

$ 29120.00

Using dip coating process with double roll extrusion residual material, Spreader thickness adjustable, mechanical speed 0.1-1 m/min, Oven temperature 50-150 ℃ +/- 3 ℃, suitable for a variety of Coating Spreader.

$ 21051.00

The stainless steel material is durable, the inner wall of the Cup body is smooth to ensure stable Flow velocity, the diaMeter of the flow hole is 2mm, and the viscosity range of 70cSt can be measured. Precision machining ensures measurement accuracy.

$ 190.00

Made of stainless steel, volume 100ml, lid with overflow hole to ensure accurate measurement, in line with international standards.

$ 127.00

Stainless steel material to ensure durability, 50ml standard volume design, cover with overflow holes for accurate measurement of liquid density, in line with international testing standards.

$ 124.00

Adopt replaceable filter design, support 1-8mm aperture selection; Cup annular groove can store overflowing liquid, Cup wall has no clean dead angle; comply with DIN53211 standard, with unique serial number for easy tracking.

$ 441.00

Replaceable 1-8mm aperture stainless steel filter, Cup mouth annular groove design to store overflow liquid, Cup body made of titanium anodic oxidation aluminum, outflow hole diaMeter 6mm, easy to clean and equipped with a unique serial number.

$ 420.00

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

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

Using aluminum alloy and stainless steel material, filter diaMeter 5mm, capacity 100ml, one-handed operation design for easy immersion Coating measurement, Precision high and in line with industry standards.

$ 386.00

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

Aluminum material, 37ml volume, in accordance with GBT21862 and ISO 2811 standards, the cover is designed with holes to facilitate excess liquid overflow, ensuring accurate measurement.

$ 120.00

Made of aluminum alloy and stainless steel, equipped with 2mm filter diaMeter, one-handed operation design for easy immersion Coating measurement, Flow Time Measurement range 25-150 seconds, Precision and easy maintenance.

$ 382.00

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

The paint film adhesion was measured by the circular trace method, the drawing diaMeter was 0~ 10.5mm, and the Working Travel was 80mm. The integrity of the paint film was evaluated according to seven grades, and the operation was simple and reliable.

$ 267.00

Articles

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Types and Selection of Paint Viscosity Cups
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