Aluminum Ford Viscosity Cup

The aluminum Ford viscosity cup determines viscosity by measuring the time it takes for a fluid to flow out from a small hole at the bottom of the cup. The cup is calibrated to a specific volume, and the outflow time is proportional to the viscosity. It is used for quality control of fluids such as paints and inks, offering simple operation and suitability for rapid on-site testing.
Selection
When selecting, consider the viscosity range of the fluid being measured and match the corresponding model's outflow aperture. Choose the lightweight aluminum material based on the testing environment. Verify the calibration certificate of the cup body to ensure accuracy. Avoid scratching the inner wall during cleaning and maintenance.

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Instruments

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 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

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

Using titanium anodic oxidation aluminum material, the filter is stainless steel, the diaMeter of the flow hole is 4.1mm, the viscosity range is 70-370cSt, the Cup mouth is designed with an anti-spill groove, and each Cup is engraved with a unique serial number.

$ 497.00

Outflow diaMeter of 4.1mm, measurement viscosity range of 70~ 370cst, flow time of 30~ 100s, the Cup body is made of titanium anodic oxidation aluminum material, filter and handle are stainless steel, the structure is sturdy and durable.

$ 497.00

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

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

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

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 high-quality aluminum alloy and stainless steel material, aperture 4.12mm, viscosity measurement range of 70~ 370cSt, flow time of 20~ 105 seconds, through the flow time to evaluate the liquid viscosity characteristics.

$ 130.00

Using aluminum alloy anodic oxidation Cup body and stainless steel nozzle, the aperture is 3.40mm, the viscosity measurement range is 49~ 220cSt, and the outflow time is 25~ 105 seconds.

$ 130.00

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

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

Aperture 5.2mm, viscosity measurement range 200-1200cSt, Cup mouth design anti-spill groove, unique serial number logo, matching special bracket to improve test Stability.

$ 497.00

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

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