Dilatometer DF-4

For Measuring Swelling Index of Coal

Features
  • Swelling rate (increase in volume when heated) is an important indicator of the quality of coal for coking. It is determined by a standard dilatometric test.
  • From the expansion curves the following numerical parameters of the tested coal samples can be deduced:
    • Softening Temperature
    • Temperature of maximum contraction
    • Temperature of maximum dilatation
    • Value of maximum contraction
    • Value of maximum dilatation
  • High productivity of measurement
  • In one measuring cycle, four samples can be measured
  • Contact less measuring of measuring pistons movement (dilatation)
  • Fully automated performance
  • One measuring cycle lasts for approx. 120 minutes
  • Course of the test controlled by Computer
  • Real time monitoring of complete measuring process
  • Auto-diagnostics of the equipment
  • Measurement of temperature of each dilatation measuring tube
  • Precise digital control of furnace unit
Working range of sample heating 200°C to 600°C
Setting of temperature alarm 500 - 600°C
Accuracy of temperature control ± 1°C / 10 min
Measurement of pistons' shifts Contactless
Retort Pipe Movement Fully automated
Temperature gradient 3°C /min
Dilatation measurement range 50 to + 400 % (standard samples)
Power supply 230 V, 50 Hz
Dimensions 700 x 250 x 900 mm (with tubes up 1450 mm)
Description

Advantages

  • Friction-Free Measurement: Ultrasonic non-contact dilatation measurement eliminates mechanical friction and associated errors.
  • Higher Testing Capacity: Tests four samples simultaneously, improving productivity and reducing operating costs.
  • Independent Temperature Monitoring: Measures furnace temperature and individual temperatures beneath each measuring tube for accurate dilatation curve calculation.
  • Faster Test Turnaround: Enables the next test to start in approximately 20 minutes when a second set of four prepared measuring tubes is available.
  • ISO-Compliant Result Evaluation (Only in DF-7 model):The software compares results from different measurement cycles against specified deviation limits, selects two compliant results and calculates their average. If necessary, a third measurement is performed, following the ISO procedure.
  • Efficient Furnace Cooling: Adjustable fan-assisted cooling reduces waiting time between successive measurement cycles.
Models
  • Plastometer 
PF-12
  • Dilatometer
DF-4
  • Minimum Free Space Oven
(ASTM & ISO)
  • Volatile Matter Furnace
VMF/ ASTM
  • Volatile Matter Furnace
VMF/ISO
  • Free Swelling Index Furnace
FSI

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