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Brookfield DV1 User Manual

Brookfield DV1
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BROOKFIELD DV1
Digital Viscometer
Operating Instructions
Manual No. M14-023
SPECIALISTS IN THE
MEASUREMENT AND
CONTROL OF VISCOSITY
TEL 508-946-6200
F
AX 508-946-6262
or 800-628-8139 (USA excluding MA)
I
NTERNET
http://www .brookfieldengineering.com
BROOKFIELD ENGINEERING LABORATORIES, INC.
11 Commerce Boulevard, Middleboro, MA 02346 USA
with offices in
:
Boston Chicago London Stuttgart Guangzhou
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Brookfield DV1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Speed Range0.3 to 100 rpm
DisplayLCD
Number of Speeds18
Power Supply100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Viscosity Range1 to 2, 000, 000 cP
Temperature MeasurementOptional
Accuracy±1% of full scale range
Repeatability+/- 0.2%

Summary

I. INTRODUCTION

1.4 Specifications

Provides detailed specifications including speeds, weight, operating environment, accuracy, and certifications.

1.5 Installation

Details the step-by-step procedures for installing the DV1 Viscometer and its accessories.

II. GETTING STARTED

II.2 AutoZero

Explains the importance and procedure for performing the AutoZero function before measurements.

II.5 Spindle Selection

Explains how to select the appropriate spindle for viscosity measurements.

II.6 Speed Selection

Details how to select the rotational speed for viscosity measurements.

III. MAKING VISCOSITY MEASUREMENTS

III.2 Preparations for Making Measurements

Details critical preparations for the viscometer and sample before measurements.

III.3 Selecting a Spindle/Speed

Guides the user on how to choose the correct spindle and speed for unknown fluids.

III.4 Running a Test

Outlines the general steps for performing a viscosity measurement with the DV1 Viscometer.

Appendix A - Cone/Plate Viscometer Set-Up

A.3 Setting the Gap

Explains the process of accurately setting the gap for Cone/Plate measurements.

A.4 Making Measurements with Cone/Plate Geometry

Outlines the procedure for making viscosity measurements using Cone/Plate geometry.

A.5 Verifying Calibration

Details how to verify the calibration using viscosity standard fluids for Cone/Plate.

Appendix C - Variables in Viscosity Measurement

Appendix D - Spindle Entry Codes and SMC/SRC Values

Appendix E - Spindle Entry Codes and Range Coefficients

Appendix F - Calibration Check Procedures

Calibration Check Procedure for a Small Sample Adapter

Details the calibration check procedure for the Small Sample Adapter.

Calibration Check Procedure for a Thermosel System

Outlines the calibration check procedure for the Thermosel System.

Calibration Check Procedure for Cone/Plate Viscometers

Details the calibration check procedure for Cone/Plate Viscometers.

Interpretation of Calibration Test Results:

Explains how to interpret calibration test results and calculate total allowable error.

Appendix J - Fault Diagnosis and Troubleshooting

Spindle Does Not Rotate

Troubleshooting steps for when the spindle fails to rotate.

Inaccurate Readings

Steps to take when experiencing inaccurate viscosity readings.

Appendix L - Warranty Repair and Service

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