AUTOPORE VMercury Intrusion PorosimetryCLASS LEADING,PROVEN PERFORMANCE
AutoPore V Mercury Intrusion Porosimeter
The mercury porosimetry analysis technique is based on theintrusion of mercury into a porous structure under stringently
controlled pressures. Besides offering speed, accuracy, and a widemeasurement range, mercury porosimetry permits you to calculate
numerous sample properties such as pore size distributions, total
pore volume, total pore surface area, median pore diameter andsample densities (bulk and skeletal).

The AutoPore V Series Mercury Porosimeters can determine abroader pore size distribution more quickly and accurately thanother methods. This instrument also features enhanced safety
features and offers new data reduction and reporting choices thatprovide more information about pore geometry and the fluid
transport characteristics of your material.

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0-5A NEW BENCHMARK FOR
OPERATIONAL SAFETY
Triple Fail Safe - 1
Penetrometer Safety Cap

Triple Fail Safe - 2
Interlock on Locking Cap

In case of operator error, this device
prevents the penetrometer or rod being
released from port unintentionally

Verifies that capacitance detector isinstalled on low-pressure port, automatically suspends run, and permits user to checkfilling of the penetrometer prior to run

Triple Fail Safe - 3
System Pressure Vent
on Manifold

Mercury Collection Trays

Works in concert with Cap Interlock toautomatically vent system pressure if above
ambient pressure and error condition isdetected

Safe collection of mercury for disposal in
the case of compromised penetrometer
seals or operator error resulting in broken
penetrometers

Improved Mercury
Funnel Design
Attached screw cap and funnel-shaped
opening eliminates mercury contaminationand possible drip-spillage associated withseparate detached filling funnel. Attachedscrew cap prevents loose cap and possible
vapor release

Mercury Vapor
Detection Device
Handheld device to check localized
mercury vapor levels that exceed definedsafety limits. Portable device allows point
checks at the instrument or any location
within the lab exposed to mercury

Mercury VaporCapture Filter
Affixed to vacuum pump, this filter prevents release ofmercury vapors. This is a superior and safer
solution to cold trap dewars used in competitive
instruments, particularly if the constantly evaporating
cryogen level is insufficiently maintained

Software Control for
Fine Powder Samples
Prevents fine powder from accidental
aspiration into low-pressure ports during
analysis by using intelligent evacuation
controlled by sample typeMercury Temperature Sensor
The ability to set a temperature limit in the software allows
the display of a warning message if the temperature isexceededOPERATIONALADVANTAGESDESIGNADVANTAGES• Ability to measure pore diameters from 0.003 to 1100* µm*Calculated with an initial filling pressure of 0.2psia (0.00128MPa)• Controlled pressure can increase in increments as fine as 0.05 psia
from 0.2 to 50 psia. This allows detailed data to be collected in themacropore region• High-resolution (sub-microliter) measurement of intrusion/extrusion
volumes produces extraordinary precision allowing the developmentof tighter sample specifications, improved production processes,and high-quality research data
• Operates in scanning and time- or rate-of-intrusion equilibratedmodes• Real-time diagnostics provide knowledge of an issue before it
becomes critical or impairs your analytical results• Collects extremely high-resolution data; better than 0.1 µL for
mercury intrusion and extrusion volume• Improved linear motion for high-pressure chamber closure• Improved safety features reduce the risk of mercury spills
and operator exposure• Available with four low- and two high-pressure ports forincreased sample throughput• Available in 33,000 psia or 60,000 psia models• Low-noise, high-pressure generating system• A quick-scan mode allows a continuous pressure increase
approximating equilibrium and providing faster screening• A choice of correction routine for baseline (automatic,differential, or manual) produces greater accuracy bycorrecting for compressibility and thermal effects causedby high pressure• Choice of pressure ramping methods lets you choose thescanning mode for high-speed or on-demand results, orequilibration mode for more accurate results with greater
detail• Mercury temperature sensor allows automatic calculation ofmercury density used for penetrometer calibrations• MicroActive software allows you to interactively manipulatedata, define custom reports, and quickly achieve
analytical results• Compensation for material compression underhigh-pressure analysis

TWO MODELSThe AutoPore V is available in two models to best match the needsof individual quality assurance and research labs.

9605

9620

Low Pressure

4 ports

4 ports

High Pressure

2 ports @ 33,000 psia

2 ports @ 60,000 psia

MICROACTIVE
FOR AUTOPOREIntelligent, Intuitive, Interactive
MicroActive software greatly improves the functionality, convenience,diagnostics, and data interpretation that establish the new standard
for high-performance results in mercury porosimetry.

Method Wizard
Build a method through an interactive step-by-step script. Eases method
creation and new user introduction to the operation of the AutoPore V.

Mercury Density Calculation
Unlike competitive systems that use mercury density at ambient
temperature only, the AutoPore V automatically measures the actual
mercury temperature for accurate density calculations underoperation conditions.

User-Defined Reports
and Report Options
You can quickly create custom advanced reports to meet yourspecific needs using Python scripting. New report options
permit automatic report conversion to PDF or spreadsheetformats.

Post-Analysis Parameter Change
Allows analysis parameters (stem volume, maximum headpressure, pen constant) to be changed or corrected post analysis, eliminating re-running samples due to error.

Reverberi Method Data Reduction
Receive information on the distribution of pore shape. The
method yields a three-dimensional array of cavity size andthroat size vs. volume.

Diagnostic Dashboard

Intelligent Data Reporting

Real-time monitoring of critical system components forpreventative maintenance and trouble shooting

Warnings are supplied automatically when suspect data
are collected

Variety of Available Plots
Pore volume, pore area, and pore size plots are available as well as
the ability to calculate total intrusion volume, total pore (surface) area,
median pore diameters, average pore diameters, bulk or envelope
density, and apparent (skeletal) density

Enhanced Penetrometer
Calibration
Simplifies penetrometer calibration through automated calculations
either volumetrically or gravimetrically

Reports Include• Summary• Tabular Report• Cumulative Volume vs Size
• Incremental Volume vs Size
• Cumulative Area vs Size
• Cumulative Volume vs Pressure• Incremental Volume vs Pressure• Differential Volume vs Size 1• Log Difference Volume vs Size
• Differential Reference % Volume vs Size
• Out Spec. % Volume vs Pressure

Overlay Multiple Runs andGas Adsorption Data
MicroActive for Autopore V provides the ability to overlay up
to 20 runs. Included is the option to import pore size distributions from gas adsorption isotherms to provide analysis datain the micro to macropore range in a single report• Differential Volume vs Size 2• Material Compressibility• Cavity to Throat Size Ratio• Fractal Dimension• Mayer-Stowe Particle Size
• Tortuousity• Permeability• Reverberi• Advanced Report System

PENETROMETERS
Partial List
Model#Size

Stem
VolumeMedium

01

15 cc

0.392

Solid

refractories, low-porosity solid rocks/cores,
low porosity solid polymers

02

15 cc

0.392

Powderlow-porosity powders, gravel, irregular rock shapes

03

15 cc

1.131

Solid

medium-porosity rocks/cores, solid materials

04

15 cc

1.131

Powdermedium-porosity rocks, solid materials, fumed silica

075 cc

0.392

Solid

paper, flexible polymer/membrane sheets, pharma
tablets

08

5 cc

0.392

Powdersilicates, catalysts, powders (general use), pharma
powders

09

5 cc

1.131

Solid

medium/high-porosity sheet-form materials (paper,polymer, etc.), pharma tablets

10

5 cc

1.131

Powdersilica-alumina, silicates, zeolites, catalysts, powders(general use), pharma powders

14

3 cc

0.412

Powderpowders (general use), materials with low quantity
available

24

15 cc

3.263

Solid

high-porosity rock/cores, low-density/high-porosity
foams2515 cc

4.185

Solidhigh-porosity material with large volume

Typical Use

ACCESSORIES
Penetrometer RackMercury QuikVac

Safely store and transport penetrometers to prevent breakage andunnecessary replacement.

Mercury QuikVac is an excellent low-cost method for quickly
containing mercury spills. The device is designed to be
specifically useful in collecting those elusive mercury droplets
and small mercury-contaminated particulate matter. Mercury
is collected in a 250-mL recovery vessel and a replaceable
0.3 – 0.5 micron activated carbon filter assures that the deviceexhausts clean, safe air.

Height:
143 cm (56.25 in.)

Width:
54.3 cm (21.38 in.)

Depth:
78 cm (30.75 in.)

Weight:
250 kg (500 lb)

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