Elcometer
2210 • 2215 • 2310
2434 • 2435 • 2436 • 2437

Viscosity Dip Cup

Operating Instructions

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About your viscosity cup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

2Taking a reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

3Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74Technical specification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

5Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

6Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98Related equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109Viscosity standard oils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1110 Elcometer viscosity cups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1212210_TMA_0317_00_05.fm Page 2 Thursday, July 15, 2010 9:38 AMR

Thank you for your purchase of this Elcometer Viscosity Dip Cup. Welcome to Elcometer.
Elcometer are world leaders in the design, manufacture and supply of inspection equipment for coatingsand concrete. Our products cover all aspects of coating inspection, from development through application
to post application inspection.
This Elcometer Viscosity Dip Cup is a world beating product. With the purchase of this Viscosity Dip Cup
you now have access to the worldwide service and support network of Elcometer. For more information visit
our website at www.elcometer.com

1 ABOUT YOUR VISCOSITY DIP CUP
Elcometer Viscosity Dip Cups are easy-to-use gauges for rapid measurement of viscosity of liquids.
The cup is held by its handle and is dipped into the liquid to be measured. The cup is removed from theliquid and the time taken for the liquid to drain through an orifice in the bottom of the cup is measured.
The measured kinematic viscosity is generally expressed in seconds (s) flow time, which can be converted
to Centistokes (cSt). A wide range of cups with different orifices is available for measurements between
2 cSt and 1840 cSt.
1.1 THESE INSTRUCTIONS
These instructions describe the operation of the following Elcometer Viscosity Dip Cups:
Elcometer 2210: Zahn
Elcometer 2215: Lory LCH
Elcometer 2310: Shell
Elcometer 2434/5/6/7: Frikmar
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1.2 STANDARDSThe Elcometer Viscosity Dip Cups can be used in accordance with a wide range of National andInternational Standards.
For full details of which standards are appropriate see “Elcometer viscosity dip cups” on page 10.
1.3 WHAT THE BOX CONTAINS•

Elcometer Viscosity Dip Cup with handle•

Operating instructions•Storage case

The Elcometer Viscosity Dip Cup is packed in a cardboard and foam package. Please ensure that thispackaging is disposed of in an environmentally sensitive manner. Consult your local Environmental
Authority for further guidance.
1.4 CAUTION
Take care to avoid damaging your viscosity dip cup. Damage to the orifice, scratches on the internalsurface or deformation of the cup will affect the readings and the gauge may have to be replaced.

2 TAKING A READING
2.1 BEFORE YOU START•

Select a cup which gives a flow time of between 30 seconds and 100 seconds.

•Ensure the handle, the cup and the orifice are clean and free of debris, etc.

•The liquid being tested must be homogeneous and must not contain any bubbles.

•Measure and record the temperature of the liquid.
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2.2 PROCEDURE
1. Immerse the cup completely into the liquid and twist several times todislodge any bubbles which may be clinging to the internal surface ofthe cup (Figure 1, A).
2. Stir the liquid gently to ensure uniform temperature and density.
3. Leave the cup in the liquid for 1 to 5 minutes: For a Zahn cup (whichhas a low mass) 1 minute will be sufficient; for cups with higher mass,
5 minutes will be better.

AB

4. Lift the cup vertically out of the liquid (Figure 1, B) and start thestopwatch the moment the top of the cup breaks the surface of theliquid.
5. Watch the flow of liquid from the orifice and stop the stopwatch themoment the flow breaks.
Figure 1. Using theViscosity Dip Cup
When using a Lory LCH Viscosity Dip Cup (Elcometer 2215),
observe the surface of the liquid and stop the stopwatch the moment the top of thespindle appears.

4Lory LCH
Cup

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2.3 AFTER THE TEST
Clean the gauge and all equipment.
Do not use wire brushes, metal scrapers,
metal files or other metallic tools forcleaning.

Clean the gauge and all equipment using asuitable solvent only.

After cleaning, ensure that all materials are removed and that the instrument is dry.

3 CONVERTING TO VISCOSITY
The measured kinematic viscosity is expressed generally in seconds (s) flow time, which can be converted
to Centistokes (cSt).
To convert from flow time (s) to kinematic viscosity (cSt), use the Elcometer 2400 Viscosity
Disc - see “Related equipment” on page 12.
Alternatively, use the following formula:
V = K(t - c)whereV = kinematic viscosity in cSt (mm²/s)

ViscosityDisct = flow time in seconds

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RK and c are constants given in the following table:CupKcCup

Kc

Zahn Cup 1a

1.1

29

Shell Cup 1

0.226

13Zahn Cup 2a

3.5

14

Shell Cup 2

0.576

5Zahn Cup 3a

11.7

7.5

Shell Cup 2½

0.925

3a14.85

Shell Cup 3

1.51

2

230

Shell Cup 3½

2.17

1.5

Shell Cup 4

3.45

1

Shell Cup 5

6.5

1

Shell Cup 6

16.2

0.5

Zahn Cup 4

Zahn Cup 5aa.

The constants are given in Patton, T. C., Paint Flow and Pigment Dispersion, second edition, John Wiley & Sons,New York, 1979, page 82.

Please note:•The formula treats the cups as linear, which they are not.

•The formula is effective for flow times between 20 seconds and 80 secondsa.

a.

Zahn Cup 1 - formula is effective between 35 seconds and 80 seconds.

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Always store the gauge in its case when it is not being used.

5 MAINTENANCEElcometer Viscosity Dip Cups are designed to give many years reliable service under normal operating andstorage conditions.
Regular calibration checks over the life of the gauge are a requirement of quality management procedures
e.g. ISO 9000 and other standards.
To check for wear, use Elcometer 2410 Viscosity Standard Oilsb and measure the drain time. If wear isdetected, contact Elcometer or your local Elcometer supplier.
Details of Elcometer offices around the world are given on the outside cover of these Operating Instructions.
Alternatively visit the Elcometer website, www.elcometer.comb.

See “Elcometer 2434/5/6/7 Frikmar: Anodised Aluminium” on page 8 for ordering information.

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6 ACCESSORIES
Calibration certificate
Elcometer Viscosity Dip Cups are supplied with a Batch Calibration Certificatec as standard. Individual
Calibration Certificates are availablec but must be requested at the time of order as they can not be issued
retrospectively.

7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Elcometer 2210 Zahn, 2215 Lory LCH and 2310 Shell:

Stainless steel

Elcometer 2434/5/6/7 Frikmar:

Anodised Aluminium

Accuracyc.

82210 Zahn
2310 Shell

2434 DIN42437 ISO

2435 ASTM

15%

3%

10%

Certificates are not available for the Elcometer 2215.

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8 VISCOSITY STANDARD OILSPart Number

Range at 25oC
(77oF)

Cup Type

CupNo.

Model

Orifice
Diameter

K0002410M021
K0002410M022
K0002410M023
K0002410M024
K0002410M025
K0002410M026
K0002410M021
K0002410M022
K0002410M023
K0002410M024
K0002410M022
K0002410M023
K0002410M024
K0002410M021
K0002410M022
K0002410M023
K0002410M024

20 - 34cSt
60 - 120cSt
100 - 230cSt
200 - 460cSt
350 - 850cSt
600 - 1600cSt
20 - 34cSt
60 - 120cSt
100 - 230cSt
200 - 460cSt
60 - 120cSt
100 - 230cSt
200 - 460cSt
20 - 34cSt
60 - 120cSt
100 - 230cSt
200 - 460cSt

Zahn Dip Cup
Zahn Dip Cup
Zahn Dip Cup
Zahn Dip Cup
Zahn Dip Cup
Zahn Dip Cup
Shell Dip Cup
Shell Dip Cup
Shell Dip Cup
Shell Dip Cup
DIN Frikmar Dip Cup
DIN Frikmar Dip Cup
DIN Frikmar Dip Cup
ISO Frikmar Dip Cup
ISO Frikmar Dip Cup
ISO Frikmar Dip Cup
ISO Frikmar Dip Cup

12334524564443466

Elcometer 2210/1
Elcometer 2210/2
Elcometer 2210/3
Elcometer 2210/3
Elcometer 2210/4
Elcometer 2210/5
Elcometer 2310/2
Elcometer 2310/4
Elcometer 2310/5
Elcometer 2310/6
Elcometer 2434/2
Elcoemter 2434/2
Elcometer 2434/2
Elcometer 2437/2
Elcometer 2437/3
Elcometer 2437/4
Elcometer 2437/4

1.8mm
2.7mm
3.8mm
3.8mm
4.3mm
5.3mm
2.4mm
3.8mm
4.6mm
5.8mm
4mm
4mm
4mm
3mm
4mm6mm6mm

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9 ELCOMETER VISCOSITY DIP CUPS
Part number
Elcometer
model
2210/12210/22210/32210/42210/52215/12310/12310/22310/32310/42310/52310/62434/12434/22434/32434/410Cup
No.
123451
12
3
4
562
468

ApplicableStandards
ASTM D 1084-D
ASTM D 4212

ASTM D 4212

DIN 53211-Range (cSt)Without
Calibration
CertifcateWith Calibration
Certificate

5 - 5621 - 231
146 - 848
222 - 1110
460 - 184050 - 1100
2 - 20
10 - 50
30 - 120
70 - 270
125 - 520
320 - 1300
96 - 683-K0002210M001
K0002210M002
K0002210M003
K0002210M004
K0002210M005
K0002215M001
K0002310M001
K0002310M002
K0002310M003
K0002310M004
K0002310M005
K0002310M006
K0002434M001
K0002434M002
K0002434M003
K0002434M004

K0002210M001C‡
K0002210M002C‡
K0002210M003C‡
K0002210M004C‡
K0002210M005C‡
N/a
K0002310M001C‡
K0002310M002C‡
K0002310M003C‡
K0002310M004C‡
K0002310M005C‡
K0002310M006C‡
K0002434M001C‡‡
K0002434M002C‡
K0002434M003C‡‡
K0002434M004C‡‡

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RPart number
Elcometer
model
2435/12436/12437/22437/32437/62437/42437/5
a.

Cup
No.
4
4
3
4
5
6
8

ApplicableStandards
ASTM D 1200
NF T30-014
ISO 2431a
ASTM D 5125--Range (cSt)Without
Calibration
CertifcateWith Calibration
Certificate

70 - 370
50 - 1100
7 - 4234 - 135
91 - 326
188 - 684

K0002435M001
K0002436M001
K0002437M002
K0002437M003K0002437M006
K0002437M004
K0002437M005

K0002435M001C‡
K0002436M001C‡‡
K0002437M002C‡
K0002437M003C‡
K0002437M006C‡
K0002437M004C‡
K0002437M005C‡‡

ISO 2431 supersedes DIN 53224, EN535, NBN T22-108, NF T30-070

Efflux Time Certificate‡‡ Dimensional Certificate‡

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10 RELATED EQUIPMENT
In addition to Viscosity Dip Cups, Elcometer produces a wide range of other equipment for measuring thephysical characteristics of surface coatings.
Users of the Elcometer Viscosity Dip Cups may also benefit from the following Elcometer products:••••Elcometer 2410 Viscosity Standard Oils for Calibration
Elcometer 2400 Viscosity DiscElcometer 7300 Digital Stopwatch
Elcometer 212/213 Digital Thermometer

For further information contact Elcometer, your local supplier, or visit our website at www.elcometer.com

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