Brookfield LV User Manual

Brookfield Engineering Laboratories, Inc. Page 1 Manual No. M/85-150-N898
BROOKFIELD DIAL VISCOMETER
Operating Instructions
Manual No. M/85-150-N898
Model No. _____________________
Serial No. _____________________
BROOKFIELD ENGINEERING LABORATORIES, INC.
11 Commerce Boulevard, Middleboro, MA 02346-1031 USA
SPECIALISTS IN THE
MEASUREMENT AND
CONTROL OF VISCOSITY
T EL 508-946-6200
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AX 508-946-6262
or 800-628-8139 (USA excluding MA)
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Brookfield LV Specifications

General

Viscosity Range	1 to 2, 000, 000 cP
Speed Range	0.3 to 100 rpm
Repeatability	±0.2%
Spindle Types	LV
Power Requirements	50/60 Hz
Display	LCD
Interface	RS-232
Accuracy	±1% of full scale range

Summary

Getting Started

Operation

Viscometer Readings and Viscosity Calculations

Explains how to interpret readings and calculate viscosity values.

Considerations for Making Measurements

Cone/Plate Viscometer Set-Up

Calibration Procedures

Fault Diagnosis and Troubleshooting

Spindle Does Not Rotate

Troubleshooting steps when the spindle fails to turn.

Spindle Wobbles When Rotating or Looks Bent

Addresses issues related to spindle alignment and stability.

Perform an Oscillation Check

Inaccurate Readings

Steps to diagnose and correct measurement inaccuracies.

Warranty Repair and Service