Automatized Measurement for ASTM D2983: The contemporary and smarter alternative

Conduct automated, low-temperature viscosity testing down to -40 °C for automatic transmission fluids (ATF), hydraulic fluids, and gear oils, adhering to ASTM D2983 procedure D and D8210. The automation of this process significantly reduces the manual effort required to prepare and execute a D2983 viscosity test, while also enhancing test precision, achieving nearly twice the repeatability and reproducibility compared to procedures A, B, and C. Furthermore, procedure D simplifies the measurement process by eliminating the need for controls with reference fluids for each measurement cycle.

By integrating all conditioning and testing processes into a self-contained unit that uses a compact, air counter-cooled Peltier technology device for temperature control, temperature fluctuations and result variability caused by sample transfer and disruption are eliminated. This streamlined approach not only saves laboratory space but also renders traditional liquid baths obsolete. Consequently, maintenance costs are substantially reduced. Additionally, the operation is risk-free since no hazardous cooling liquids, such as methanol, are required.

Benefits of Anton Paar’s ViscoQC 300 with PTD 175:

• Viscometer and temperature device in one hand
• Ready to use right out of the box
• No additional space required, saving lab space
• Little maintenance, no bath liquid required
• Broad temperature range from -45 °C to +175 °C
• Convenient operation through ViscoQC’s 7” touchscreen, no PC required
• Integrated digital leveling for repeatable results
• Unique T-Ready™ function signals when sample has reached set temperature