Description
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Continuous sensing and display in Krebs units, grams, and centipoise.
Magnetic spindle coupling.
Allows rapid sample measurement to determine required consistency.
LED Digital Display of: Krebs Units (increased resolution in 0.1 KU increments), Grams (in 1 gm increments) and Centipoise (cP).
Expanded measurement range (40 to 141 KU; 32 to 1099 g; 27 to 5274 cP).
Accuracy to ±1% of full scale range.
Reproducibility to ±0.5% of full scale range.
Easy to use; no weights; simplifies an established test procedure.
Compatible with industry specification (ASTM D562).
Base accommodates standard pint, ½ pint, and quart cans.
The optional paste spindle is suitable for use with high consistency materials such as roller mill pastes.
NIST traceable viscosity standards available.
APPLICATIONS
Paints & Coatings
Adhesives
Inks
Pastes
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Samples are tested in standard paint industry cans held by a fixture located on the viscometer base. The can is filled to within 3/4″ (20mm) of the top. The KU-3 operating lever has two positions:
Up: Spindle stationary, drive motor off
Down: Spindle rotating; sample being measured
The displayed reading can be held by depressing the HOLD switch at any time. With the viscometer in the HOLD configuration, the display may be switched to compare the Krebs unit (KU) reading with the associated gram (gm) reading, and centipoise. Brookfield Oil Viscosity Standards in Krebs units are NIST traceable and are recommended for verifying calibration of the KU-3 Viscometer.
ANNUAL CALIBRATION SERVICE (RECOMMENDED)
We recommend that this instrument be returned to Brookfield or an authorized dealer on an annual basis for our Calibration & Repair Service. Having this annual maintenance done will ensure the instrument’s long life and optimal performance.
LEARN ABOUT VISCOSITY
Need help? Our Education section may be just the thing to clarify unfamiliar terms and help start you on your way to a better understanding of viscosity. Learn about viscosity and rheological relationships, Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluids, and how a Brookfield instrument can help your production process and much more.
HELP ME CHOOSE
Having difficulties determining what instrument is best for you? Try our Help Me Choose section for guidance on the model selection process, spindle construction considerations, and other useful information to help you make an informed decision on the best instrument for your application.
ANNUAL CALIBRATION SERVICE (RECOMMENDED)
We recommend that this instrument be returned to Brookfield or an authorized dealer on an annual basis for our Calibration & Repair Service. Having this annual maintenance done will ensure the instrument’s long life and optimal performance.
What’s Included
- Instrument
- Krebs Spindle
- Communications Port for Printer
- Adapter for Pint and Half Pint Cans
| Range: | 40-141 KU |
| 32-1,099 g | |
| 27-5,274 cP* | |
| Accuracy: | ± 1% of full scale range |
| Repeatability: | ± 0.5% of full scale range |
| Paddle Speed: | 200 rpm ± 0.1 rpm |
| Net Weight: | 18 lb. (8.2 kg) |
| Gross Weight: | 22.5 lb. (10.2 kg) |
| Dimensions: | 21 x 12 x 17in – Carton |
| Operating Environment: | 0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F) |
| 0% – 80% R.H.: non-condensing atmosphere | |
| Ingress Protection Rating: | IP20 |
* Centipoise scale is for reference only. Do not use for calibration.
