Quality Control Rheometer: RheolabQC
RheolabQC is a quality control rheometer based on state-of-the-art technologies also used in R&D rheometers. It combines unrivaled performance with easy operation and robust design. From quick single-point checks over flow curve and yield point determinations to complex rheological investigations: RheolabQC sets new standards for carrying out routine rheological tests. This powerful rheometer is an excellent example of a modern measuring instrument utilizing all available technical possibilities to ensure flexible, reliable and simple operation.
  1. Features
  2. Specification

 

Technical highlights
- The RheolabQC is a rotational rheometer which works according to the Searle principle. It consists of a high-precision encoder and a highly dynamic EC motor, which is also used in the Physica MCR rheometer series.
- Powerful, highly dynamic EC motor drive
- Wide speed and torque range
- Controlled shear rate (CR) and controlled shear stress (CS) test settings
- Stand-alone and software controlled operation
- Downloadable measuring profiles and data retrieval for stand-alone systems
- Connection to printer and bar code reader
- Concentric cylinder measuring systems according to ISO 3219 and DIN 53019
- Double gap measuring systems according to DIN 54453
Ease of use
- Toolmaster™: Patented system for automatic recognition of measuring system and accessories
- RheoPlus: User-friendly application software with 21 CFR Part11 compatibility and LIMS/SAP interface
- Quickfit coupling: Easy, one-hand measuring system connection
- Wide range of measuring systems for all kinds of applications 
Accessories
- Temperature accessories covering a temperature range from -20 °C to +200 °C
- Flexible cup holder
- Ball Measuring Cell for samples with particles >200 µm
Typical applications:
- Coatings, Building materials, Slurry, Adhesives, Food, Cosmetics, Soft gels, Lubricants, oils, Asphalt

 

Specifications
     -          Speed: 0.01 to 1500 ***) 1/min
-          Torque: 0.25 to 75 mNm
-          Shear stress*): 0.5 to 3 x 104 Pa
-          Shear rate*): 10-2 to 4000 1/s
-          Viscosity measuring range*): 1 to 109 mPas
-          Temperature range**): -20 to 180 °C
-          Internal angle resolution: 2 μrad
-          LAN-Ethernet interface: PC
-          Serial interface RS232: PC, printer
-          PS/2 interface: Keyboard, bar code reader
-          Dimensions W x H x D: 300 x 720 x 350 mm
-          Weight: 14 kg
Properties which can be measured or analyzed
-           Dynamic viscosity
-           Kinematic viscosity
-           Shear stress
-           Shear rate
-           Speed
-           Torque
-           Temperature
-           Time
-           Yield stress
-           Deformation
-           Compliance
*) depends on the measuring system used
**) depends on the temperature control device used
***) max. speed with torque derating