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Introducing the KU-3 Viscometer with Magnetic Spindle Coupling
1 May 2017
Emily Adam
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Ametek Brookfield has announced the release of an update to their popular KU Viscometer range, with the KU-3 Viscometer. The Brookfield KU-3 Viscometer which is ideal for measurement of paints, coatings, inks, adhesives and pastes, revolutionizes ease of use. Special magnetic spindle coupling enables rapid spindle attachment before the viscosity test and quick release afterward for cleanup. LED display includes choice of Krebs units, grams of weight per ASTM D562, and centipoise.
Features & Benefits
- Accuracy: +1.0% of range
- Repeatability +0.5%
- Standard Krebs Spindle
- Expanded measurement range (40 o 141 KU, 32 to 1099 gm, and 27 to 5274cP*
- Lock-In Test Results with hold key
- Adapter provided for pint and half pint cans
What’s Included?
- Instrument
- Krebs-type Spindle (KU-1030)
- Adapter for Pint and Half-Pint Can
Optional Accessory: Paste Spindle (KU-1031)
Contact AMETEK Brookfield 800.628.8139 or 508.946.6200 for complete details on KU-3 Viscometer including availability and pricing.
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