Pour Point Tester PPT 45150
Pour Points measure
The portable Pour Point Tester PPT 45150 from PSL Systemtechnik is a compact laboratory device for measuring the pour point (no flow point) and the calculated pour point of oils and oil products. The PPT 45150 uses the rotation method in accordance with ASTM D5985.
All important features of PPT
- Accurate measurements acc. ASTM D5985
- Portable for -45 to +150 °C (-49 to +302 °F)
- In lab down to -55 °C / -67 °F
- Very fast cooling/heating by thermoelectrical modules
- Fully automated testing
- Stand-alone device or use with a control PC
Application Areas of Pour Point Tester PPT 45150
Measuring the pour point in liquids
Testing and optimisation of flow improvers (additives)
High temperature testing up to +150 °C / 302 °F
Quality control
Wide temperature range without external thermostats
The rotation method used by the PPT 45150 determines the pour point (no flow point) with an accuracy of ± 0.1 °C and very good reproducibility.
The pour point, i.e. the lowest temperature at which the sample still flows, is determined from the pour point measurement in accordance with ASTM D5985.
Thanks to modern thermoelectrical heating/cooling modules you can measure without an external cryostat. A small amount of cooling water – with a water temperature of 8 °C – is sufficient to cover a temperature range of -45 °C to +150 °C (-49 °F to +302 °F).
Pour point measurements can be repeated automatically up to nine times in succession. We recommend those multiple measurings to obtain statistical significant results and information about the sample’s behaviour over time.
IN USE WORLDWIDE
Used by Leading Labs
Compact and transportable for worldwide use
Due to the compact design the Pour Point Tester requires only a small footprint and is transportable. All you need for operation is a cooling water- and a power supply. This permits a mobile operation of the Pour Point Tester ‘in the field’. For a safe transport of the instrument and usual accessories a convenient trolley case is optionally available. At flights it can be taken as carry-on baggage if necessary.
The Pour Point Teste is equipped with a wide range voltage input so it can be operated all over the world.
Lowest temperature Pour Point Tester: from -55 to +150 °C
Our Pour Point Tester can be extended with a cooling water recooler for ultra-low temperatures down to -55 °C – a very favourable option compared to direct cooling with a thermostat of comparable performance.
Fully automated test procedures with software
Up to 10 test configurations can be saved on the instrument in stand-alone mode.
By connecting a PC to the Pour Point Tester and in combination with the PSL software WinPPT the instrument you can execute fully automated test runs. An unlimited number of test configurations can be saved and managed.
With WinPPT you can comfortably control your test runs, the temperature gradient is displayed in a temperature/time-graph and can be printed for documentation or saved in an Excel-compatible format for further evaluation.
The temperature gradient gives you additional information about the behaviour of the sample. First crystallisation-processes are as well observable as strong exothermal reactions.
With the calibration thermometer, available at PSL, the PPT can be calibrated once a year. Thus, you can always assure accurate measurement results. So an expensive maintenance service is obsolete and your maintenance costs are lowered.
Online demo with Pour Point Tester
During the product demonstration, you will gain many insights into how it works. You can follow the measuring process live and then discuss your questions with our experts.
The most important facts at a glance
| Standard |
ASTM D5985 rotational method |
| Temperature range |
-45 °C .. +150 °C (-49 °F .. +302 °F) -55 °C (-67 °F) with recooler |
| Resolution | 0.1 °C (0.1 K) |
| Sample Volume | 30 ml |
| Weight |
9.5 kg 14 kg with trolley case |
Pour Point Tester data sheet
In the product data sheet you will find the exact specification as well as many data and options that will make your decision in favour of the Pour Point Tester easier.
WHY PSL?
We set new laboratory standards with our instruments
PSL stands for reliability, quality and innovation. We are proud that the Big Five in the industry are among our satisfied customers.
We have been developing, manufacturing and selling innovative laboratory instruments specifically for Flow Assurance for 25 years, setting new standards in the laboratory for professionals. We have been awarded innovation prizes for this. Our export quota of 90 % earned us the Export Oscar of Northern Germany.
We have been developing, manufacturing and selling innovative laboratory instruments specifically for Flow Assurance for 25 years, setting new standards in the laboratory for professionals. We have been awarded innovation prizes for this. Our export quota of 90 % earned us the Export Oscar of Northern Germany.
WHAT WILL BE YOUR BENEFIT?
Reliable, high-quality instruments for your success
SAVE TIME IN EVERYDAY LAB WORK
with automated test cycles, cleaning procedures and easy-to-clean parts.
EASY TO USE
with a user-friendly, high-quality design for simple, correct and safe handling.
LONG LIFETIME MADE IN GERMANY
thanks to the sophisticated and robust design as well as the high-quality materials and manufacturing.
TRUSTED SERVICE - WORLDWIDE
with our online support, maintenance contracts and on-site service. We guarantee 20 years of repair service.
MEASURE LIKE INDUSTRY LEADERS
With innovative and advanced instruments, you can measure future-proof like the leading laboratories.
PLEASURE TO MEASURE
Our instruments make work a pleasure. They were developed together with the users.
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