HSV
BrochureHSV (High Shear Viscometer)
Overview
The High Shear Viscometer (HSV) is capable of measuring viscosity at shear rates of up to 1 Million reciprocal seconds (106 s-1) using a novel, patented measurement technique. The instrument can perform HTHS measurements equivalent to ASTM standards D4683 and D4741 at 106 s-1 and 150°C and also D6616 at 106 s-1 and 100°C.
A once and for all calibration of the rotor and stator is made at the start of operation. This calibration is then used for all subsequent measurements. The measurement sequence is completely automatic, controlled by a built in microprocessor.
With the optional autosampler and PC software, any combination of temperatures and shear rates within the operating range of the instrument can be pre-programmed and the instrument left unattended to complete the measurements. If the instrument is used in its standard mode, then the operator simply has to pipette in the calibration sample when prompted.
Key Features
- Microprocessor control of all instrument functions.
- Pre-set gap-size and torque calibration - no need for re-calibration
- Profiles run pre-defined automatic shear rates and temperatures, leading to no user intervention during a test
- Tightly specified and controlled test specimens
- Small volume of test fluid (< 5ml per test)
- Optional Auto-sampler
- Fully automated control and data logging
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HSV Results
PCS Instruments, 78 Stanley Gardens, London W3 7SZ, UK: Tribology Test Equipment: Traction Machines: Testing Fuels
Tel: +44 (0)20 8600 9920 
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