Ink ISO Viscosity Cup

The ISO viscosity cup for inks determines viscosity by measuring the time it takes for a specific volume of fluid to flow out through a standard aperture. It is used in industries such as inks and coatings for on-site rapid testing of flow performance, ensuring stable fluid conditions during printing and coating processes.
Selection
When selecting, consider that the measurement range matches the viscosity of the sample, the stainless steel material is corrosion-resistant, and the aperture size complies with ISO standards. Verify the validity of the calibration certificate, ensure the cup structure is easy to clean, and confirm the operation method is suitable for the on-site usage environment.

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Instruments

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

Measurement range is 7~ 40cst, flow hole diaMeter is 3mm, using copper Cup body, in line with ISO2431 standard, suitable for viscosity measurement and equipped with bracket.

$ 196.00

Using aluminum alloy Cup body and stainless steel outflow nozzle, aperture 3mm, measurement viscosity range of 7~ 42cSt, in line with international standards to ensure measurement accuracy.

$ 146.00

3Mm flow hole design, measurement of 7~ 42cSt viscosity range, suitable for Newton type liquid outflow time test, the Cup body is light and durable.

$ 170.00

Adopt aluminum alloy Cup body and stainless steel outflow nozzle, aperture 8mm, viscosity measurement range 600~ 2000cSt, outflow time 30~ 100s, in line with ISO and GB standards.

$ 151.00

Measurement range 35~ 135cst, flow hole diaMeter 4mm, Benchtop design with bracket, in accordance with ISO2431 standard, suitable for viscosity testing.

$ 196.00

6Mm flow hole design, measurement viscosity range 188~ 684cSt, aluminum alloy Cup with stainless steel filter to ensure Test accuracy, suitable for Newton type liquid outflow time measurement.

$ 170.00

Using 5mm flow hole design, the measurement viscosity range of 91~ 326cSt, aluminum alloy Cup body with stainless steel filter to ensure Test accuracy, suitable for Newton type liquid outflow time measurement.

$ 170.00

Adopting a double-sided design, the front supports No. 4 Cup and No. 2 Zahn Cup conversion, and the back supports ISO3-6, No. 3 Zahn Cup and Gardner Viscometer conversion, covering ISO2431, ASTM D4212 and other standards.

$ 256.00

Measurement range 320~ 685cst, flow hole diaMeter 6mm, Benchtop design with bracket, ISO2431 standard, suitable for viscosity measurement.

$ 196.00

Using anodic oxidation aluminum alloy Cup body and stainless steel nozzle, 4mm pore size design can measure 35-135cst viscosity range, and accurately evaluate material Tack through 108ml liquid outflow time.

$ 130.00

Using aluminum alloy Cup body and stainless steel outflow nozzle, the aperture is 5mm, and the viscosity measurement range is 91~ 326cSt, which is suitable for the determination of Newton-type liquid outflow time.

$ 146.00

8Mm aperture design, measurement viscosity range of 600~ 2000cst, accurate evaluation of material Tack by recording liquid outflow time, Cup anodic oxidation aluminum alloy with stainless steel nozzle to ensure durability.

$ 130.00

Using 4mm stainless steel nozzle design, Measurement accuracy up to 34~ 135cSt viscosity range, anti-oxidation material to ensure long-term stable use, Handheld structure for easy operation.

$ 580.00

It adopts aluminum alloy Cup body and stainless steel outflow nozzle structure, the outflow aperture is 6mm, and the outflow time of Newton-type liquid in the viscosity range of 188~ 684cSt can be measured, which meets the test requirements of international standards.

$ 146.00

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