RV-10000
Vibro Rheometer
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

1WMPD4002668B

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any language in any form by any means without the written permission of A&D Company,
Limited.

The contents of this manual and the specifications of the instrument covered by thismanual are subject to change for improvement without notice.

CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................ 5
1-1 Compliance .......................................................................................................................................... 5
1-2 Features............................................................................................................................................... 6

2. UNPACKING THE RHEOMETER ..................................................................................................... 8
2-1 Part names .......................................................................................................................................... 8

3. DISPLAY AND KEYS ........................................................................................................................11
3-1 Display ................................................................................................................................................ 11
3-2 Keys ................................................................................................................................................... 12
3-3 Displaying the Viscosity Values ......................................................................................................... 13

4. PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................................................... 14
4-1 General Precautions .......................................................................................................................... 14
4-2 During Use ......................................................................................................................................... 15
4-3 After Use ............................................................................................................................................ 16
4-4 About viscosity measured with the RV .............................................................................................. 18
4-5 About the relation among amplitude value, shear rate and viscosity ................................................ 20

5. MEASUREMENT ............................................................................................................................. 21
5-1 Preparing the Sample ........................................................................................................................ 21
5-2 Basic measurement ........................................................................................................................... 23

6. USING THE WATER JACKET ........................................................................................................ 27
6-1 . Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... 27
6-2 Installation.......................................................................................................................................... 28
6-3 How to Use ........................................................................................................................................ 30
6-4 Measuring the Absolute Value of Viscosity Using the Small Sample Cup ........................................ 31
6-5 Maintenance ...................................................................................................................................... 31
6-6 Specifications .................................................................................................................................... 31

7. USING THE DISPOSABLE CUP..................................................................................................... 32
7-1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................ 32
7-2 How to Use ........................................................................................................................................ 32
7-3 Measuring the Absolute Value of Viscosity Using the Disposable Cup ............................................. 33
7-4 Specifications .................................................................................................................................... 33

8. VISCOSITY CALIBRATION............................................................................................................. 34
8-1 Notes on Viscosity Calibration ........................................................................................................... 35
8-2 Calibration Procedure ........................................................................................................................ 36

9. FUNCTION SETTING ...................................................................................................................... 42
9-1 Operation ........................................................................................................................................... 42
9-2 Details of the Function Items ............................................................................................................. 44
9-3 Description of Items ........................................................................................................................... 453

9-4 Data Output Format Examples .......................................................................................................... 53

10. CONNECTION TO A PERSONAL COMPUTER ........................................................................... 59
10-1 Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... 59
10-2 Installation of WinCT-Viscosity ........................................................................................................ 59
10-3 Connection to a personal computer ................................................................................................ 59
10-4 Configuration of the COM port ........................................................................................................ 60
10-5 Controlling the measurement using a personal computer ............................................................... 61

11. CONNECTION TO A PRINTER ..................................................................................................... 62
12. RS-232C INTERFACE ................................................................................................................... 63
13. COMMAND LIST ........................................................................................................................... 64
14. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................................... 65
14-1 When measurement values do not become stable ......................................................................... 65
14-2 When measurement values are not correct .................................................................................... 67
14-3 When more precise measurement is required: ............................................................................... 68
14-4 When the temperature values are not correct ................................................................................. 68
14-5 When water viscosity is to be measured ......................................................................................... 68

15. ERROR DISPLAY .......................................................................................................................... 69
16. SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................... 70
17. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES.......................................................................................................... 72
18. EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS ............................................................................................................ 79

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1. INTRODUCTION
This manual describes how the rheometer RV-10000 works and how to get the most out of it in termsof performance.
Read this manual thoroughly before using the rheometer and keep it at hand for future reference.

1-1 Compliance
Compliance with FCC Rules
Please note that this equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy. Thisequipment has been tested and has been found to comply with the limits of Class A digital
devices pursuant to Part 15 of FCC rules. These rules are designed to provide reasonable
protection against interference when equipment is operated in a commercial environment. If
this unit is operated in a residential area, it may cause some interference and under thesecircumstances the user would be required to take, at his own expense, whatever measures arenecessary to eliminate the interference. (FCC = Federal Communications Commission in the
U.S.A.)

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1-2 Features
 High accuracy
The Vibro Rheometer adopting the sine-wave vibration technique, achieves a highmeasurement accuracy of 1% (repeatability) over the full range.
 Because amplitude with the sensor plates can be changed, viscosity change can be measured
by change in shear rate.
 The sensor plates are made of corrosion resistant titanium. Although titanium is a chemicallystable material, it is corroded by some liquid such as sulfuric acid. So, handle it with much care.
 Wide range continuous measurement
Continuous measurement over the whole measuring range is possible, without replacing theviscosity detection sensor plates.
 Standard temperature sensor
The temperature sensor to measure the sample temperature is installed as standard. The
temperature sensor is located between the two sensor plates. So, the accurate detection of therelation between temperature and viscosity is possible.
 Accurate measurement
Due to the low heat capacity of the viscosity detection unit (sensor plates and temperature
sensor), the time required for temperature equilibrium is short. Thus, the sample viscosity canbe measured accurately in a short time.
 Long continuous measurement time
The sensor plates, with a low frequency of 30 Hz, apply very little load to the sample. So, therheometer can continuously obtain stable viscosity values without causing a temperature riseor damaging the sample.
 The sine-wave vibro rheometer (viscometer) measures “viscosity × density”. While viscosity(mPa⋅s) is used as the unit for measuring, this is displayed assuming that density is 1g/cm3.
 Measurement of a non-Newtonian fluid/foaming sample
The thin sensor plates allow little deformation of the sample texture. Thus, non-Newtonian fluid
can be measured in a stable way. And, foaming samples (whipped cream, etc.)) can bemeasured without breaking minute foam particles and with less influence scattering large foam
particles.
When measuring tap water, bubbles may accumulate on the sensor plates, increasing theviscosity.
 Viscosity measurement of a flowing sample
The two sensor plates oscillate in the opposite direction. So, even when a sample is in motion,
errors are eliminated. This allows measurement of a sample while being stirred. Therefore, therheometer can be used for a continuously flowing product line, which enables fieldmanagement with identical data used at the laboratories.
 Calibration
The rheometer can be calibrated using a standard viscosity fluid or a sample of a known
viscosity. Calibration allows the rheometer to maintain the accuracy constantly.

6 Simplified calibration when measuring the viscosity near 1 mPa⋅s
Simplified calibration using purified water is a one-key operation. The rheometer has a built-infunction to measure the temperature of the purified water using the temperature sensor andcalculates the viscosity value of the purified water at that temperature.
At this time, be careful not to influence the viscosity value by generating bubbles.
 Standard windows communication tools WinCT-Viscosity
Windows communication tools WinCT-Viscosity (CD-ROM) is provided as standard. The
CD-ROM contains the graphing program RsVisco, which imports the data into a personal
computer and displays the results as a graph in real time. With RsVisco, changes in viscosity
over time and temperature dependency of viscosity can be observed easily and the obtained
data can be saved in files.
 When using the accessory serial-USB converter, the personal computer can input the datausing the personal computer’s USB port.
 The cup, that the sample is to be measured in, can be the plastic sample cup and the glass
sample cup. When measuring an organic solvent, use the glass sample cup.

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2.UNPACKING THE RHEOMETER The rheometer is a precision instrument. Unpack the rheometer carefully. Keep the packing
material to be used for transporting the rheometer in the future.

2-1 Part names＊The illustration below is after assembling.

Main unit
Serial number
Sensor unit

Cap
Supporting
post
Grip
Lever

Protector

Positioning
stopper

Sensorplate
Surface locator
plate

Sensor protective
coverSample cup
knob
Right and left
direction
Table

Temperature sensor

Part for detecting
the viscosity

Connection
cable jack

Leveling footGuides

RS-232C interface
AC adaptor jackDisplay unit rear side
Keys
knob
Back and forth
direction
knob(Height direction)

S/ N
123
451
64

Display
Serial number
Reference card

Display unit8

Accessories
Note• Please confirm that the AC adapter type is correct for your local voltage and receptacle
type.
• Use the dedicated AC adapter specified for the rheometer.
• Do not use the AC adapter provided with the rheometer for equipment with which the AC
adapter may not be compatible.
• If you use the wrong AC adapter, the rheometer and other equipment may not operateproperly.
Connection cable (1 pc)

AC adapter (1 pc)
AC adapter label
Note: Affix the labels to the AC
adapter, as illustrated here.

Sample cup(Polycarbonate, Capacity: 45 mL,
5 pcs)

Disposable cup(Polyethylene terephthalate,
Capacity: 10 mL, 5 pcs)

Small sample cup(Polycarbonate, Capacity: 10 mL,
5 pcs)

Small sample cup cover(Polycarbonate, 5 pcs)

Glass sample cup(Capacity: 13 mL, 2 pcs)

Glass sample cup holder(1 pc)The position about 25 mmabove the cup bottom
indicates 13 mL.
Water jacket (1 pc)

Windows communication tools
WinCT-Viscosity (CD-ROM) (1 pc)

RS-232C cable (1 pc)
25P-9P for modem

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Serial-USB converter (1 pc)

Stand for securing the sensor unit (1 pc)
Positioning stopper (1 pc)
X-Y-Z stage (1 pc)

Dust cover (for the main unit and display unit)
Dust cover for the main unit (1 pc)
Dust cover for the display unit (1 pc)(Material: Nylon, Color: Light gray)10

Anti-vibration table (1 pc)
AD1671A

3. DISPLAY AND KEYS
3-1 Display
Viscosity display

Viscosity units
Temperature display

Hold indicator
Amplitude value display

Temperature units

Processing indicator

RsVisco link indicator
Calibration mode ID indicator

Name
Viscosity display
Viscosity units
Temperature display
Temperature units
Processing indicator
RsVisco link indicator
Calibration indicator
Calibration mode ID
indicator
Amplitude value display

Description
Displays [- - - - -].
Displays the viscosity value in real
Measurement modetime.
Displays the unit of viscosity.
Standby mode
Displays the temperature value inreal time.
Measurement mode
Displays the unit of temperature.
Blinks while the measurement is being performed. (While thesensor plates are in vibrating motion)
Illuminates while measurement is performed using RsVisco, thegraphing program contained in the WinCT-Viscosity (CD-ROM).
Displays " C " in the calibration mode.
At one-point calibration
Blank display [ ]Inputting
Displays [ - - ].
first pointAt two-point calibration
Inputting
Displays [ - - ].
second point
Displays the amplitude value.
Standby mode11

3-2 Keys

ON:OFF key

PRINT key

DOWN key

UP keySTART key

STOP key

Key
ON:OFF
Power
START
Start
measurement
STOP
Stop
measurement

Description
Turns the power on and off.
When the power is turned on, the rheometer enters the standby mode
( [- - - - -] is displayed.)
Start a measurement. (The processing indicator blinks.)
Displays the viscosity and temperature values in real time during
measurement.
If the display is set to HOLD, release it by pressing the START key.
Stops the measurement (The processing indicator is off) and freezes
the display of the viscosity and temperature values at the time the
STOP key is pressed during measurement.
When the STOP key is pressed again, the rheometer enters thestandby mode.

Press and release: Decreases the amplitude value gradually.
Decrease amplitude Press and hold:Enters the calibration mode.
value
Increase amplitude
value
PRINT
Output data

Press and release: Increases the amplitude value gradually.
Press and hold:Puts into function setting mode.
Outputs the measurement data.

123-3 Displaying the Viscosity Values
The viscosity values are displayed as below, depending on the unit selected and the viscosity range.
The correlation of the units are as follows: 1 mPa⋅s = 0.001 Pa⋅s = 1 cP =0.01 P
It is possible to switch between mPa⋅s (Millipascal second) and Pa⋅s (Pascal second), or between cP(Centipoise) and P (Poise), using the function setting. (Refer to “9. FUNCTION SETTING”.)
The unit selected at the factory before shipment is mPa⋅s.
When the viscosity unit is mPa⋅s or Pa⋅s:
Viscosity
measuredmmPa⋅s
MmPa⋅s
Display MinimumUnitdisplay
1
10
100
1000
10000

0.30

1.00
｜
9.99
10.0
｜
99.9
100
｜
999
1.00
｜
10.00

Unit selected
Remarks

0.00030.01

0.1

0.00100.00990.0100mmPa⋅s

0.0999
0.100

1
0.01

DisplayPa⋅s

Switches
to Pa⋅s

0.999
1.00
｜
10.00

Minimum
displayPa⋅s
Unit

Remarks
Digit
indicating
0.01 mPa⋅s is
not displayed

0.00010.0001

Pa⋅s

0.001
0.01

When the viscosity unit is cP or P:
Viscosity
measured
CcP
Minimum
MmPa⋅s
Display display
Unit
1
10
100
1000
10000

0.30
｜
1.00
｜
9.99
10.0
｜
99.9
100
｜
999
10.0
｜
100.0

Unit selected
Remarks

0.01

0.1

CcP

1
0.1

P

Switches
to P

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Display
0.0030｜0.0100｜0.0999
0.100
｜
0.999
1.00
｜
9.99
10.0
｜
100.0

Minimum
displayP
Unit

0.0001

0.001
0.01
0.1

P

Remarks

4.PRECAUTIONS
To get the optimum performance from the rheometer and acquire accurate measurement data, notethe following:

4-1 General Precautions
For accurate measurement, use care with the following conditions.
 Install the rheometer in an environment where the temperature and humidity are not excessive.
The best operating temperature is 25°C ±2°C at 45-60% relative humidity.
 For precise measurement, install the rheometer where there are no great changes intemperature and humidity.
 Install the rheometer where it is free of dust.
 The rheometer uses the Tuning-fork Vibration Method. So, use much care to avoid external
vibration, especially when measuring low viscosity.
Places where the rheometer is prone to vibration are:Second or higher floor, soft ground, near busy highways or rail lines.
Avoid these places as a measuring site. If measurement is to be performed in such a place, usean anti-vibration table that is available as an option (AD-1671A).
 Do not measure where heaters or air conditioners can affect the measurement.
 Do not measure where direct sunlight can affect the measurement.
 Install the rheometer away from equipment which produces magnetic fields.
 Protect the internal parts from liquid spills and excessive dust.
 Do not disassemble the rheometer.
 When precise measurement is required, acclimatize the rheometer to the measuring
environment. After installation, plug in the AC adapter and warm up the rheometer for one houror more.

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4-2 During Use
 The RV-10000 rheometer, designed for very accurate measurement, is sensitive to vibration or
shock during transportation, as that may cause a display value error. Before measurement,
calibrate the rheometer using the sample cup that will be used for measurement.
 To level the surface of the sample, adjust the leveling feet. (Height adjustment of the right andleft leveling feet.)
How to adjust
the level

Sensor plate
Sample surface

Leveling
foot
The figure to the right shows
the view from the upsidewith the RV-10000.

 In general, a viscosity value with a liquid changes in accordance with temperature change (Ingeneral, if increasing the temperature, the viscosity value decreases about 2 to 10 percent per
degree Celsius). Take changes in the liquid temperature into consideration for an accurate
measurement.
 Be sure to calibrate using the standard viscosity fluid or purified water before measurement.
In a measurement that takes a long time, perform calibration periodically, as necessary.
 Ensure a stable power source when using the AC adapter.
 Placing the sensor plates and the temperature sensor in the sample may change the sample
temperature. For precise measurement, leave the sample as is for a while, after placing thesensor plates and the temperature sensor, to ensure no changes to the sample temperature.
And then, start a measurement.
 Use only your finger to press the keys. Using a sharp instrument such as a pen may damage keys.
 Handle the sensor plates with care.
 If the sensor plates, or the protector, touch the inner wall of the sample cup, it may cause
measurement error. When measuring, be sure to adjust the spacing between the sensor plates
and the inner walls of the sample cup.
 The sample cups are made of polycarbonate (PC) or glass. When using organic solvents, werecommend the use of the glass sample cup (accessory or sold separately) or a commerciallyavailable glass beaker.
Raise or remove the protector if necessary.

Precautions to be taken with the sample cup used
When the sample cup for measuring is changed, that may cause a change in the displayedviscosity value. Therefore, we recommend that you calibrate the rheometer using standard
viscosity fluid. (Refer to “6-4 Measuring the Absolute Value of Viscosity Using the Small Sample
Cup” for details.)

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How to remove the protector:
Press the left and right side
frames lightly in the direction

Rotationalaxis

1

indicated as 1 to remove therotational axis. Pull the protector
in the direction indicated as 2 toremove.

1

Protector

Protector(When raised)2

4-3 After Use Remove any residual sample material from the sensor plates, temperature sensor andprotector using alcohol. Using the sensor plates, temperature sensor and protector withresidue of an old sample left on will cause a measurement error.
Clean the sensor plates carefully to avoid bending them.
The sensor plates and the temperature sensor are made of titanium.
How to clean the sensor plates and temperature sensor
Hold the sensor plate or temperature sensor with tissue paper.
Move the tissue paper downward to remove the sample.
Then, use tissue paper moistened with alcohol, toremove any residual sample material.

Sensor plate Clean the sample cup as necessary.

Temperature
sensor Unlock the cable connector before disconnecting the connection the cable.
How to unlock the cable connector
Display unit
Hold the cableconnector to
unlockDisplay unit

Press the protrusion
to unlock.

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Storing the rheometer
Use the dust cover to protect the instrument from dust and dirt during storage.
 Place the rheometer where it is free of dust.

Dust cover for the main unit The dust cover can be used the dust coverwhile the rheometer is connected to the AC
adapter and other cables.
 When removing the dust cover, take care notto get its edge caught on the rheometer.
 Specifications
Material: Nylon
Color:

Light gray
Dust cover for the display unit17

4-4 About viscosity measured with the RV
When the sample cup for measuring is not a sample cup with 45mL capacity, viscosity will change at
a value where viscosity is several thousand mPa⋅s or more. Therefore, calibrate using standard
viscosity fluid by the cup used.
The RV-10000 Sine-wave Vibro Rheometer, as a measuring principle, detects the product of viscosityand density (defined as “static viscosity”).
Static viscosity = Viscosity × Density ⋅ ⋅ ⋅ ⋅ ⋅ [1]While the displayed value has a unit of mPa⋅s, it indicates the product of viscosity and density.
Example (1) When a sample has a viscosity of 2.00 mPa⋅s and density of 1.000:
Displayed value = 2.00 [mPa⋅s] × 1.000= 2.00 [mPa⋅s](2) When a sample has a viscosity of 2.00 mPa⋅s and density of 0.800:
Displayed value = 2.00 [mPa⋅s] × 0.800= 1.60 [mPa⋅s]
Note
The density can be measured, using the density determination kit, AD-1653 in
combination with a balance.
To obtain the absolute viscosity value precisely, do as follows:

4-4-1 At Measurement
Divide the static viscosity by the sample density to obtain the viscosity.
Example (1) Measure the sample and confirm the static viscosity.
Here, 736 mPa⋅s as an example.
(2) Check the sample density at the temperature when the sample is measured.
Here, 0.856 as an example.
(3) Divide the static viscosity by the sample density to obtain the viscosity.
Here, 860 mPa⋅s is obtained as the viscosity.
Viscosity ==Static viscosity
Sample density
736
0.856

≅ 860 mPa⋅s

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4-4-2 At Calibration
When calibrating, enter the product of the absolute viscosity value and the density of the standard
viscosity fluid used for calibration, as a correction value.
The standard viscosity fluid has the calculation sheet of kinetic viscosity and viscosity at various
temperatures attached. To obtain the correction value using this sheet, do as follows:
Kinetic viscosity =Viscosity
Density

From this, Density =Viscosity
Kinetic viscosity⋅ ⋅ ⋅ ⋅ ⋅ [2]Correction value = Viscosity × Density ⋅ ⋅ ⋅ ⋅ ⋅ [3]When substituting [2] for the density in [3], the following equation is obtained.
Correction value =Viscosity2⋅ ⋅ ⋅ ⋅ ⋅ [4]Kinetic viscosity
Example 1: To calibrate the rheometer using a standard viscosity fluid:
Using the calculation sheet, calculate the value used for calibration.
(1) Check the kinetic viscosity and the viscosity at the temperature when the calibration is
performed.
Here, 1011 mm2/s for the kinetic viscosity and 889 mPa⋅s for the viscosity at 20°C

asan example.
(2) Substitute the values above into equation [4].
8892
1011

≅781

781 mPa⋅s is obtained as a correction value used for calibration.
(3) After calibration, measure the viscosity of the standard viscosity fluid used. In thisexample, a value similar to “781 mPa⋅s” is confirmed as static viscosity, and calibration
then ends.
Example 2: To calibrate using a standard viscosity fluid with known values of viscosity and density.
In this example, a standard viscosity fluid with a viscosity of 889 mPa⋅s at 20°C is used.
(1) Check the viscosity value and the density of the standard viscosity fluid at thetemperature when the calibration is performed.
Here, 889 mPa⋅s for the viscosity and 0.878 for the density at 20°C as an example.
(2) Substitute the values above into equation [3].
889 × 0.878 ≅ 781
781 mPa⋅s is obtained as a correction value used for calibration.
(3) After calibration, measure the viscosity of the standard viscosity fluid used. In thisexample, a value similar to “781 mPa⋅s” is confirmed as static viscosity, and calibration
then ends.

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4-5 About the relation among amplitude value, shear rate and viscosity
When measuring with a non-Newtonian fluid, a viscosity can not be judged without deciding a value forshear rate or shear stress because there is no proportional relation between shear rate and shear stress.
When measuring with the RV-10000, vibration is repeatedly applied to the sample using sine
vibration, and viscosity is expressed by converting into an effective value the shear rate that isconstantly changing due to vibration.
Refer to the following charts for details of the relation among amplitude value, shear rate andviscosity with the RV-10000.
The second chart below shows the relation between the viscosity measurement range at each
amplitude and shear rate.
Relation among amplitude, viscosity and shear rate (effective value)
when measuring a Newtonian fluid (water, standard viscosity fluid)Ion-exchange
water

Shear speed

Amplitude
Amplitude
Amplitude
Amplitude
Amplitude
Amplitude
Amplitude
Amplitude
Viscosity value

Relation between viscosity measurement range at each amplitude and shear rate (effective value)
when measuring a Newtonian fluid (water, standard viscosity fluid)

Viscosity value

Viscosity measurement range

Amplitude value withthe sensor plate205. MEASUREMENT
5-1 Preparing the Sample* Vibration or shock during transportation may cause a display value error. Before measurement,
calibrate the rheometer using the sample cup that will be used for measurement. For calibration withpurified water, refer to “8-2-3 Simplified Calibration Using Purified Water”.

Operation procedure
1

Level gauges

Pour the sample into the cup until its surface is between thelevel gauges.
- With the 45 mL sample cup, the lower level gauge indicates
35 mL, the upper level gauge indicates 45 mL.
- The 13 mL glass sample cup does not have level gauges.

Sample cup (45 mL)

The position approximately 25 mm above the cup bottom
indicates 13 mL.
Approx. 25mm

Glass sample cup (13 mL)

2

Attach the cup on the table along the guides.

Guides3

Confirm that the protector is in the position as shown in the figure.
Raise the lever to release the sensor unit.
Sensorplate
Protector

4

Pinch the grips, support the front side of the sensor unit andgently lower the sensor plates above the sample surface.

5

Lower the lever to secure the sensor unit.

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6 Confirm that the positioning of the sensor plates is in center ofthe sample cup by adjusting the X-Y-Z stage.

7

Turn the knob (Height direction) so
as to adjust the sample surface toSurfacelocator plate(Shaded portion)

the center of the narrow part of theSensor protective
coverSamplesurfaceadjustment
position

sensor plates. At this time, use thesurface locator plate as a guide. The
surface locator plate has been
secured in position so that the tip of
the surface locator plate comes into
contact with the sample surface.

Knob(Height direction)

Note• Adjust the height of the sample surface correctly, otherwise it may cause ameasurement error.
• The surface locator plate can be attached or removed by loosening the screw.
• Before removing the sensor protective cover, remove the surface locator plate.
• Removing and reattaching the surface locator plate will cause the position (Height) of
the sensor plates and the sample surface to change. Therefore, it is recommended thatcalibration be performed using a standard viscosity fluid before measurement.
Note
Use the protector in the position as shown on the left below. If the protector is not used, ameasurement error may occur, especially in measuring a viscosity over 5000 mPa⋅s.

NO

When the position of the sensor plates in the liquid is not at the same level, level therheometer using the leveling feet so that the liquid surface will be leveled.

225-2 Basic measurement
5-2-1. Setting amplitude value
1. With the power off, press the ON:OFF key.

Amplitude
value display
2. Once the display is in standby mode, press the

or

key.
3. The amplitude value display blinks.

4. By pressing

key, the amplitude value increases.

5. By pressing

key, the amplitude value decreases.

6. Press the PRINT key at the desired amplitude value toconfirm the amplitude value.
(Even if the START key is pressed, the amplitude value
will be confirmed. After that, vibration is started.)

Settable range of amplitude
Amplitude *0.07mm
0.1mm
0.2mm
0.4mm
0.6mm
0.8mm
1.0mm
1.2mm

Amplitude value display

Oo7
0.1
0.2
0.4
0.6
0.8
1.0
1.2

* The amplitude value is peak to peak (P-P).

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or5-2-2. Measurement(1) Starting measurement
Press the START key to start vibration. The viscosity value is(After approx. 15 seconds)

displayed after approx. 15 seconds. While measurement isbeing carried out, the processing indicator illuminates.

Processing
indicator(2) Changing the amplitude during measurement
1. Even while the measurement is being carried out, it ispossible to change the amplitude by pressing the
or

key.

or
If thedisplay blinks.

key is pressed, the amplitude

2. By further pressing theorkey, theamplitude value changes.

3. Press the PRINT key at the desired amplitude value toconfirm the amplitude value.

When an amplitude is changed, the bar display blinks.
The amplitude value is displayed after approx. 15 seconds.

24or(3) Stopping measurement
Press the STOP key to stop the measurement. The viscosity value is held.
(4) Measuring again 1
When measuring again at the amplitude value where the measurement was stopped, press the
START key without making any changes. The measurement starts at the amplitude value where
the measurement was stopped.
(5) Measuring again 2
When measuring with a different amplitude value from the amplitude value where theormeasurement was stopped, first press the

key. The amplitude value display

will start to blink. Confirm the change to the amplitude value (Refer to “5-2-1. Setting amplitude
value”), and then press the START key to start the measurement.

5-2-3. Measurement when using WinCT-Viscosity
It is possible to acquire viscosity or temperature data at each amplitude.
(1) How to use
1. Install WinCT-Viscosity (For details of the installation, refer to Readme in the CD-ROM.
WinCT-Viscosity can be used with the RV-10000 in addition to the SV series. When reading
contents noted in WinCT-Viscosity, replace “SV” with “RV-10000”.).
2. Start RsVisco in WinCT-Viscosity.

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3. Confirm the amplitude value using the RV-10000 . (Refer to “5-2-1. Setting amplitude value“.)
4. Press the Start button in RsVisco to start the measurement. Data acquisition starts after
approx. 15 seconds.

(2) Precautions to be taken when acquiring data with changed amplitude
When acquiring data with changed amplitude, first press the Stop button in RsVisco to end themeasurement, and then change the amplitude value with the RV-10000.
1. Press the Stop button in RsVisco to end the measurement.

2. Confirm the amplitude value on the RV-10000 . (Refer to “5-2-1. Setting amplitude value “.)
3. Press the Start button in RsVisco to start the measurement.

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6. USING THE WATER JACKET
6-1. Introduction
The water jacket, is used with the rheometer RV-10000, to maintain the sample temperature constantor to measure the viscosity when the sample temperature is changed. The operating temperature
range is 0°C to 100°C
The water jacket consists of the following:
Water jacket

1 pc (Main body: PC (Polycarbonate), Packing: Silicone rubber, Washer: Nylon)

Screw

1 pc (Screw: POM (Polyacetal), Washer: Nylon)

Refer to pages 74 - 75 for the AX-SV-37 water jacket.
Note• As a heating medium, use water, isopropyl alcohol (IPA), mixture of water and IPA, or
silicone oil, which does not erode the materials described above. Using the heating
medium other than these may damage the water jacket.
• When using the water jacket, make sure that no inner pressure is exerted in the water
jacket due to the kinked or blocked tubes, as that could exert the pressure in the water
jacket, causing it to break.
• Set the circulation flow rate to 5 L/min or less. Otherwise, the water jacket may bedamaged.
• To control the temperature, a commercially available constant temperature bath isrequired separately.
• The operating temperature range of the disposable cup is 0°C to 80°C.

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6-2 Installation
Use the small sample cup (capacity: 10 mL) provided or the glass sample cup (capacity: 13 mL)
provided.
To circulate the heating medium into the water jacket, a commercially available constant temperaturebath is required.
1

Using silicone tubes with an inside diameter of 8 mm, make a connection between the "OUT"
connector of the bath and the lower nozzle of the water jacket indicated as 1 in the illustration,and then, between the "IN" connector and the upper nozzle indicated as 2.
Add approximately 11 mL ofwater as the heating medium.
Tubing clamp(Commercially available)

3

2

IN

1

OUT
Water jacket assembly2Constant temperature bath
(Commercially available)

Pour the heating medium into the water jacket indicated as 3. An appropriate sample amountis approximately 11 mL.
The heating medium conducts the heat of the water jacket to the sample cup.
Note: When the levels of the sample surface and the heating medium surface are thesame and hard to distinguish the positioning of the sensor plates, change theamount of the heating medium.

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3Insert the small sample cup into the water jacket indicated as 3.
When the specific gravity of the sample liquid is small and the small sample cup floats, securelightly the front side of the cup to the water jacket using the screw provided.
Use the small sample cup cover for volatile samples.
Screw

Small sample cup cover
Small sample cup(Capacity: 10 mL)
Glass sample cup(Capacity: 13 mL)
Disposable cup(Capacity: 10 mL)

Water jacket

Circulation nozzle

If the handles of the sample cup holder or the small sample cup interfere with themeasurement, they can be removed.
Apply force in the up and down directions slowly as shown in the illustration, to break
the handle off.

Small sample cup

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6-3 How to Use
1

Attach the water jacket on the table along the guides.
Make sure that the water jacket is slid furthest along
the guides until stopped.

Slide furthest
until stopped

Guide

Guide
2

When the water jacket is used, be sure to raise or
remove the protector.
Protector
Raise or remove
the protector

3

Use much care so that the sensor plates and the temperature sensor do not come into contact
with the inner wall of the sample. If they are in contact, a measurement error may occur.

4

Be sure to adjust the sample surface to the center of the narrow part of the sensor plates.
Surfacelocator plate(Shaded portion)

Sensorprotective
coverSamplesurfaceadjustment
position

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6-4 Measuring the Absolute Value of Viscosity Using the Small Sample Cup
The RV-10000 has been calibrated using the accessory sample cup (45 mL) when shipped. The
distance between the inner wall and the sensor plates when the accessory sample cup is used,differs from the distance when the small sample cup (10 mL) is used. This causes a difference in thesensor plate's detection capability, thus causing a difference in the viscosity measured.
Therefore, to measure the absolute value of viscosity using the small sample cup (10 mL), it isrecommended that calibration be performed using a fluid with a known viscosity value which is close to
the sample viscosity. (Refer to "8. VISCOSITY CALIBRATION" of the rheometer instruction manual.)

6-5 Maintenance
Clean the sample cup as necessary. If cleaning is not sufficient, a measurement error may occur due
to contamination.

6-6 Specifications
Operating temperature:

0°C to 100°C

Circulation nozzle outside diameter: 10.5 mm
Recommended hose:

Silicone tube with an inside diameter of 8 mm

 When a stirrer is attached at the bottom of the water jacket, the sample viscosity can be measured
while the sample is being stirred. The maximum viscosity value which can be measured is 1000mPa⋅s.
Stirrer: Cimarec TM i Micro Stirrers manufactured by Thermo Fisher ScientificStirrer
M4 screw
Note•Use a rotator with a size of 6 mm (length) x 4 mm (diameter).
•Attach the stirrer to the bottom of the water jacket, using an M4 screw from below.
•When the rotator is used, make sure that the rotator will not touch the temperature sensor
or the sensor plates. If it does, increase the sample amount so that the rotator will be
farther away from the sensor plates.
•Use the stirrer with a revolution speed which will not cause ripples in the sample surface.

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7. USING THE DISPOSABLE CUP
7-1 Introduction
The disposable cup is a cup with a capacity of 10 mL to be used in combination with a sample cup(capacity: 35 to 45 mL) or the water jacket. It can be disposed of after use.
The operating temperature range is 0°C to 80°C.

7-2 How to Use
7-2-1. Using with the sample cup (Capacity: 35 to 45 mL)
Place the disposable cup into the sample cup.
Disposable cup (capacity: 10 mL)

Sample cup

Pour the sample up to the 10 mL line on the disposable cup and measure the viscosity.

7-2-2. Using with the water jacket
Place the disposable cup into the water jacket. Secure the cup to the water jacket using the screw
provided with the water jacket.
 When used with the water jacket, in combination with a constant temperature bath forcirculating the heating medium, the viscosity can be measured while changing the sample
temperature or maintaining it constant.
Disposable cup (capacity: 10 mL)

Screw

Water jacket

Pour the sample up to the 10 mL line on the disposable cup and measure the viscosity.
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7-3 Measuring the Absolute Value of Viscosity Using the Disposable Cup
The RV-10000 has been calibrated using the accessory sample cup (45 mL) when shipped.
The distance between the inner wall and the sensor plates when the accessory sample cup is used,differs from the distance when the disposable cup (10 mL) is used. This causes a difference in thesensor plate's detection capability, thus causing a difference in the viscosity measured.
Therefore, to measure the absolute value of viscosity using the disposable cup (10 mL), it isrecommended that calibration be performed using a fluid with a known viscosity value which is close
to the sample viscosity. (Refer to "8. VISCOSITY CALIBRATION" of the rheometer instruction
manual.)7-4 Specifications
Capacity
Material
Operating temperature range
Dimensions
Wall thickness
Mass

10 mL
Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)
0°C to 80°C
67 (W) x 36 (D) x 41 (H) mm
0.8 mmApprox. 3.3 g

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8. VISCOSITY CALIBRATION
 Viscosity calibration is to correct the viscosity value.
 Calibration methods are one-point calibration and two-point calibration using desired standard
viscosity fluids. It is also possible to carry out simplified calibration using purified water.
 It is recommended that calibration be performed using a fluid with a known viscosity value
which is close to the sample viscosity.
When the measuring range is great, perform two-point calibration. Two-point calibration
requires two standard viscosity fluids (high viscosity and low viscosity) that are appropriate forthe measuring range.
 When measuring the viscosity near 1 mPa⋅s, simplified calibration using purified water, which isa one-key operation, is available. The RV-10000 has a built-in function to perform an automatic
temperature compensation on the viscosity value, based on the temperature of the purified
water used.
 In one-point and two-point calibration, the viscosity of a fluid with a known value, such as astandard viscosity fluid, is measured, displayed, corrected digitally and saved in memory.
 To obtain the absolute viscosity value precisely, use the correction value as described in"4-4-2 At Calibration".
 If the wrong calibration data such as a correction value have been entered, the rheometercondition can be restored. For details, refer to "Initialization (Clr)" of the function setting.

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8-1 Notes on Viscosity Calibration
 Pay close attention to the liquid temperature at calibration. Be sure to enter the temperaturecorrected viscosity value of the liquid at calibration. Even when using a standard viscosity fluid,
temperature change near room temperature causes viscosity change (if increasing thetemperature, the viscosity value decreases about 2 to 10 percent per degree Celsius). Andeven when using purified water, temperature change similarly causes viscosity decrease ofabout 2 percent per degree Celsius.
 The temperature of the standard viscosity fluid must be the same as the temperature of thesensor plates and the temperature sensor. Allow the displayed temperature to stabilize before
calibration.
 Be sure to adjust the sample surface to the center of the narrow part of the sensor plates.
Otherwise, a measurement error may occur.
 In the calibration mode, the unit of viscosity is mPa⋅s. The unit of temperature is fixed to °C.
 Influence caused by the sample cup
The rheometers have been calibrated with the following cups when shipped. When using
another cup, use that cup to measure viscosity only after calibrating with it.
Note
The rheometer has been calibrated with the protector attached when shipped. Please
note that the value, obtained when the rheometer is calibrated without the protector,
may be different from that upon shipment.
 If purified water (such as pressurized tap water) is used for simplified calibration, or the watertemperature is different from the ambient temperature, bubbles may accumulate on the sensor
plates and cause a measurement error. Remove any accumulated bubbles before calibration.
 If the measured viscosity of the purified water is 3.00 mPa⋅s or greater, it is contaminated andsimplified calibration can not be performed using it. Replace the water.

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8-2 Calibration Procedure
Note
As to the correction value used for one-point calibration and two-point calibration, enter the
product of the absolute viscosity value and the density of the standard viscosity fluid. For
details, refer to "4-4-2 At Calibration".
After calibration, check the values, comparing the product described above with the displayed
value.
Kinetic viscosity =Viscosity
Density

From this, Viscosity × Density =Viscosity2
Kinetic viscosity

is obtained.

Example 1: To calibrate the rheometer using a standard viscosity fluid:
Using the calculation sheet, calculate the value used for calibration.
(1) Check the kinetic viscosity and the viscosity at the temperature when the calibration is
performed.
Here, 1011 mm2/s for the kinetic viscosity and 889 mPa⋅s for the viscosity at 20°C
as an example.
Viscosity2(2) Substitute the values above to obtain the value for.
2889
Kinetic viscosity
≅781
1011
781 mPa⋅s is obtained as a correction value used for calibration.
Example 2: To calibrate using a standard viscosity fluid with known values of viscosity and density.
In this example, a standard viscosity fluid with a viscosity of 889 mPa⋅s at 20°C is used.
(1) Check the viscosity value and the density of the standard viscosity fluid at thetemperature when the calibration is performed..
Here, 889 mPa⋅s for the viscosity and 0.878 for the density at 20°C as an example.
(2) Substitute the values above to obtain the value for Viscosity × Density.
889 × 0.878 ≅ 781
781 mPa⋅s is obtained as a correction value used for calibration.

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8-2-1 One-point Calibration
1

In the standby mode, press and hold the
key to enter the calibration mode. " Cal " appears.

2(Standby mode)

Select one-point calibration (Cal-1) and press thePress and hold

PRINT key to confirm. The standby mode of theone- calibration mode appears.
Use thekey to switch between thecalibration modes, one-point calibration (Cal-1)(One-point calibration)or two-point calibration (Cal-2).
* Press the STOP key to exit the calibration
mode. The display returns to the standby
mode.
3(One-point calibration
standby mode)

Place the standard viscosity fluid in the sample cup.
Press the START key to start a measurement.

4

Set standard viscosity fluid

After the measurement, wait for the display to
become stable and press the PRINT key. The
measurement value blinks and is ready to becorrected.

5(Measurement mode)
When the datais stabilized

Correct the value using the following keys:
key

Switches the blinking digits.

START key

Changes the setting of a blinking digit.

STOP key

Moves the decimal point.

(Correct the value)

6

Press the PRINT key to confirm the correction value.

7

To exit the calibration mode:
With " end " being displayed, press the PRINT key
again to return to the standby mode.
To correct the value:

To correct(End of one-point calibration)

With " end " being displayed, press the
STOP key and correct the value.
8

Measure the viscosity of the standard
viscosity fluid used. Confirm that therheometer displays the similar value
as the entered correction value.

(Confirm the value)

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8-2-2 Two-point Calibration
1

In the standby mode, press and hold the
key to enter the calibration mode. " Cal " appears.

2(Standby mode)
Press and holdSelect two-point calibration (Cal-2) and press the
PRINT key to confirm. The standby mode of thetwo- calibration mode appears.
Use thekey to switch between thecalibration modes, one-point calibration (Cal-1)(One-point calibration)or two-point calibration (Cal-2).
* Press the STOP key to exit the calibration
mode. The display returns to the standby
mode.
3(Two-point calibration)

Press the PRINT key to put the display in thestandby mode. In two-point calibration mode, thecalibration mode ID indicator (-) appears below
the temperature display.

4

Place the standard viscosity fluid in the sample
cup. Press the START key to start the

Set standard viscosity fluid

measurement of the first point.
5(Two-point calibration
standby mode toenter first point)

After the measurement, wait for the display to
become stable and press the PRINT key. The
measurement value blinks and is ready to becorrected.

6(First point measurement mode)
When the datais stabilized

Correct the value using the following keys:
key

Switches the blinking digits.

START key

Changes the setting of a blinking digit.

STOP key

Moves the decimal point.

7

Press the PRINT key to confirm the correction value.

8

To correct the value:(Correct the first point value)

In the calibration standby mode to enter thesecond point, press the STOP key and correct
the value.

To correct(Two-point calibration
standby mode toenter second point)
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9

When the measurement of the first point hascompleted, clean the sensor plates, temperature
sensor and protector and prepare the second

From the previous page

standard viscosity fluid.

Set standard viscosity fluid

10 Place the second standard viscosity fluid in thesample cup. Press the START key to start themeasurement of the second point.
11 After the measurement, wait for the display to
become stable and press the PRINT key. The(Second point measurement mode)measurement value blinks and is ready to be

When the datais stabilized

corrected.
12 Correct the value using the following keys:
key

Switches the blinking digits.

START key

Changes the setting of a blinking digit.

STOP key

Moves the decimal point.

(Correct the second point value)

13 Press the PRINT key to confirm the correction value.

14 To exit the calibration mode:
With " end " being displayed, press the PRINT
key again. The calibration data is saved and the

To correct(End of two-point calibration)

display returns to the standby mode.
To correct the value:
With " end " being displayed, press the
STOP key and correct the value.
(Standby mode)

15 Measure the viscosity of the two standard
viscosity fluids used. Confirm that therheometer displays the similar value as theentered correction value for each fluid.
(Confirm the valueof the first fluid)

39(Confirm the valueof the second fluid)8-2-3 Simplified Calibration Using Purified Water
1

Place the purified water in the sample cup.
Set purified water

2

Press the START key to measure the purified
water. Confirm that the viscosity andtemperature values are stabilized.

3

Press and hold the START key.

When the datais stabilized

The theoretical viscosity value(Viscosity × Density) of the purified
water at the measuring temperature isdisplayed and all the displays blink.

The upper bars
on the display
count down.
No bars will beleft after 20
seconds.

To cancel the operation, press the STOP
key. The display returns to the status
before calibration.
4

Press the START key again to perform
calibration.
When calibration is completed, " end " is displayed.
Then, the viscosity returns to the measuring status.

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Press and hold

Reference data: Theoretical viscosity value (Viscosity × Density)of the purified water at various temperatures
Temperature (°C)
10.0
11.0
12.0
13.0
14.0
15.0
16.0
17.0
18.0
19.0
20.0
21.0
22.0
23.0
24.0
25.0
26.0
27.0
28.0
29.0
30.0

Viscosity × Density (mPa･s)
1.31
1.27
1.24
1.20
1.17
1.14
1.11
1.08
1.05
1.03
1.00
0.98
0.95
0.93
0.91
0.89
0.87
0.85
0.83
0.81
0.79

Note
 When tap water is poured into the sample cup directly and is measured, bubbles are
generated on the sensor plates due to the difference in pressure and temperature andthe viscosity may increase gradually. Pressurized tap water generates bubbles easily.
Therefore, use distilled or purified water that is not pressurized.
Leave the sensor plates and sample in the same environment to acclimatize before
measuring, to decrease temperatures fluctuations.
 In a measurement that takes a long time, the sample viscosity may increase due towater contamination. Perform a periodic check on water quality.

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9. FUNCTION SETTING
The rheometer, by selecting functions to be used in the function setting, can specify the performance
appropriate to the usage.
Each function is assigned parameters. The performance of a function is specified by changing theparameter.
The parameters saved, even if the power is turned off, are maintained in non-volatile memory.

9-1 Operation
The operational procedure of the function setting is as follows:1

key for at least 2 seconds to enter the

In the standby mode, press and hold thefunction setting mode.

2

Press the3

Press the PRINT key to confirm the function item. The changeable digit blinks.

4

Press the START key or
START key

key to select a function item.
key to change the blinking digit.

Increases the value of the blinking digit. When the value reaches the upper
limit of the setting range, the minimum value appears again.

key

Decreases the value of the blinking digit. When the value reaches the lower
limit of the setting range, the maximum value appears again.

5

To save the new setting, press the PRINT key. After " end ", the next item is displayed.
To cancel the new setting, press the STOP key. The next item is displayed.

6

To change other settings, repeat the procedure starting at step 2.

7

To exit the function setting mode, press the STOP key. The rheometer returns to the standby
mode.

Note
The operational procedures for setting the date and time ("Cladj"), ID number ("id") andinitialization ("Clr") are not the same as the procedure described above. Refer to "9-3
Description of Items".
"Date/Time"pages 50-52"ID Number Output"

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Example of the function setting procedure
To change the setting of "Unit upon power-on (Unit)" to the viscosity: cP (Centipoise) and thetemperature: °C (Celsius).
1

In the standby mode, press and hold the
key to enter the function setting mode. " Cladj "(Standby mode)

appears.
Press and hold

key to select " Unit ".

2

Press the3

Press the PRINT key to confirm the item.
(The decimal point illuminates when the setting
currently saved is displayed.)

4

Press the START key or

key to selectthe unit to be used.

or(In this example, " 2 " is selected. Viscosity: cP,
Temperature: °C)
5

Press the PRINT key to save the setting.
After " end ", the next item is displayed.

Next item offunction setting

6

Press the STOP key to return to the standby
mode.

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9-2 Details of the Function Items
Function item
Cladj
Date/Time
Cond
Condition

Parameter

Sets the order of the date (YMD,MDY,DMY) and the date/time.

A

pnt

0
1
2
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
0

Decimal point

1

prt

0

Data output mode

1

Unit
Unit upon power-on

•
•

•
•

2
type
Data output format
5-at
Measurement
elapsed time output
5-td
Date/time output
5-ed
Other output

0
1
2
3
0
1
0
1
0
1
2

pU5e
Pause at data output
erfnc
Reserved
id
ID number output
Clr
Initialization• Factory setting

Description

3
0
1
0
｜
7

•

•
•

•

•
•

Follows the viscosity changes quickly. (Prone to vibration)
Follows the viscosity changes slowly.
(Stable values)
MmPa⋅s
Pa⋅s
°C
CcP
P
TemperViscosity
ature
mmPa⋅s
Pa⋅s
°F
ccP
P
With "Comma" selected, theDotseparator for CSV format willCommabe ";" (semicolon).
Press the PRINT key to
Key mode
output data.
Outputs automatically when
the STOP key ends theAuto print modemeasurement.
Continuous output during
measurement. Outputs the
Stream mode
viscosity only when D.P.
format is selected.
A&D standard format
For AD-8121B MODES 1&2
D.P. format
For AD-8121B MODE 3
CSV format
For a personal computer
RsVisco format
For graphing program RsVisco
No output
Available only for D.P. format
OutputNo output
OutputNo output
Outputs remarks.
Outputs remarks, Device ID
information and signature.
Outputs ID number.
No pause
Pause (Approx. 2 seconds)
Usually use this parameter.

Available only for D.P. andCSV formats
Available only for D.P. format
Available only for CSV format

By setting“5-ed”, the ID
number output can be added tomeasurement data
Restores the function settings and calibration data to the factory
setting.
Sets the ID number output

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9-3 Description of Items
Condition (Cond)
The stability of the viscosity measurement results can be adjusted, taking ambient conditions such as
vibration into consideration.
Parameter

0
1

•

2

Settings
Description
Follows the viscosity changes
quickly.
When the viscosity value is unstable due to external(Prone to vibration)
vibration, set a greater parameter.
To measure while following the rapid changes inviscosity, set a smaller parameter.
With a smaller setting, the measurement is prone to
Follows the viscosity changes external vibration. Consider the ambient conditionsof the installation site.
slowly.
(Stable values)

Unit Upon Power-on (Unit)
The units of viscosity and temperature displayed when the power is turned on are specified.
Parameter

0

Settings
Description
mmPa⋅s(Millipascal
second)Pa⋅s°C(Pascal second)(Celsius)
ccP(Centipoise)P
With "fnc 0" selected, units can(Poise)Temperbe switched even during
ature
mPa⋅s
measurement. *1(Millipascal
second)Pa⋅s°F(Pascal second)(Fahrenheit)
ccP(Centipoise)P(Poise)•123Viscosity

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6
7∗1 For the viscosity over 1000mPa⋅s, the unit is fixed to Pa⋅s. For the viscosity over 1000cP, the unit
is fixed to P.

Decimal Point (pnt)Parameter01•

Settings
Dot"."

Comma ","

Description
The decimal point format for the displayed measurement data and thedecimal point code for measurement data output via RS-232C are
specified.
With "Comma" selected, the separator for CSV format and RsViscoformat will be ";" (semicolon).

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Data Output Mode (prt)
The condition to output the measurement data via RS-232C is set.
Parameter

0

Settings

Description
During measurement or in the data hold mode, pressing the
PRINT key outputs the current measurement values.
The measurement values are output automatically when the
STOP key ends the measurement.
Pressing the PRINT key outputs the measurement values
again.
The measurement values are output continuously during
measurement.
When D.P. format is selected in "Output format (type)" of thefunction setting, only the viscosity value is output, regardlessof the settings of "5-at", "5-td" and "5-ed".
When this mode is selected, the data hold mode using the
HOLD key is not available.

Key mode•1

Auto print mode2

Stream mode

Data Output Format (type)The output format appropriate for the device connected to RS-232C can be selected.
Parameter0•1

Settings
A&D standard format
D.P. format

2

CSV format

3

RsVisco format*2

Description
Used with the printer MODE 1 or MODE 2 when the optional
compact printer AD-8121B is connected. Only the viscosity
value is output.
Used with the printer MODE 3 when the optional compact
printer AD-8121B is connected.
With "prt 0" or "prt 1" selected for "Data output mode (prt)",output contents can be selected by the settings of "5-at","5-td" and "5-ed".
With "prt 2" selected for "Data output mode (prt)", only theviscosity value is output.
Appropriate when a personal computer is used to collect data.
Measurement values are output in comma separated format.
With "5-td" and "id" settings, the date/time and ID number
can be added to the measurement data.
When a comma is selected as the decimal point by "pnt 1", asemicolon ";" is used as a data separator.
The viscosity value and the temperature are output using theinternal resolution. *2
Used with the graphing program RsVisco.
When a measurement is started using RsVisco, the rheometer
automatically selects this format.
The viscosity value and the temperature are output using theinternal resolution.*2

The relation between the measuring unit and the internal resolution is as follows:
Internal
resolution

mmPa･s0.01-

Viscosity
Pa･s
ccP
0.00010.01
0.01-

TemperatureP
0.0001
0.1

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°Ｃ

°Ｆ

0.01

0.01

Measurement Elapsed Time Output (5-at)
Parameter

No output

0
1

Settings•

OutputDescription
With D.P. format selected, whether or not to add themeasurement elapsed time (the time elapsed from ameasurement start) to the measurement data can be selected.
For examples of output format, refer to "9-3 Description of
Items".

Date/time Output (5-td)
Parameter

No output

0
1

Settings•

OutputDescription
With D.P. format or CSV format selected, whether or not to
add the date and time to the measurement data can beselected.
For examples of output format, refer to "9-4 Data Output
Format Examples".

Other Output (5-ed)
Parameter0
1
2

Settings
No output
Outputs remarks.

•

Outputs remarks,
Device ID informationand signature.
Outputs ID number.

3

Description
With D.P. format selected, whether or not to add remarks,
Device ID information or signature to the measurement data
can be selected.
For examples of output format, refer to "9-4 Data Output
Format Examples".
With CSV format selected, whether or not to add ID number tothe measurement data can be selected.
For examples of output format, refer to "9-4 Data Output
Format Examples".

Pause at Data Output (pU5e)Parameter

No pause01

Settings•

Pause(Approx. 2 seconds)

Description
Whether or not to take a pause of two seconds each time one
line is output can be selected, when the data are output via
RS-232C.
When MODE 3 of the optional compact printer AD-8121B isused, select "1".

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ID Number Output (id)
 The ID number is used to identify the rheometer.
 Whether or not to add the ID number to the measurement data can be selected by "5-ed" ofthe function setting.
 The ID number is six characters long. The following characters are available for the ID number.
Character
Display0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

(Space)(Space)-(hyphen)

A

B

C

D

E

Character
Displayf g H i j k l m N o p q r s t U v w x y z

F

G

H

I

J

K

L

M

N

O

P

S

V

W X

Y

Z

Q

R

-

T

U

a b C d e

For examples of output format, refer to "9-4 Data Output Format Examples".

Setting the ID number
1(Standby mode)

In the standby mode, press and hold the
key to enter the function setting mode. "Press and hold

Cladj" appears.

key to select " id ".

2

Press the3

Press the PRINT key to enter the ID number
setting mode.

4

Set the ID number using the following keys:
key
START key

Switches the blinking digits.
Increases the value of the blinking
digit by one.

key

Decreases the value of the blinking
digit by one.

STOP key

5

Cancel the operation.

Press the PRINT key to save the setting.
After " end ", the next item is displayed.

Next item offunction setting

6

Press the STOP key to return to the standby
mode.

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Initialization (Clr)Restores the following data to the default setting.
 Function setting
 Calibration data
After initialization, check the viscosity value and perform calibration as necessary. (Refer to “8.
VISCOSITY CALIBRATION".)1(Standby mode)

In the standby mode, press and hold the
key to enter the function setting mode.
" Cladj " appears.

Press and hold

key to select " Clr ".

2

Press the3

Press the PRINT key to display " Clr no ".

4

Press the START key to select " Clr go ".

5

Press the PRINT key to execute initialization.
After " end ", the next item is displayed.
Initialization has completed.

Next item offunction setting

6

Press the STOP key to return to the standby
mode.

(Standby mode)

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Date/Time (Cladj) The upper two digits of the year are not displayed. For example, the year 2007 is displayed as"07".
 The time is set using the 24-hour system.
 Do not enter a non-existing date and time.
Set the order of the date, the date and time as follows:(Example: To change April 5, 2003, 11:22:33 to June 8, 2004, 12:34:00)

1

In the standby mode, press and hold the
key to enter the function setting mode. " Cladj "appears.

2

Press the PRINT key to display the current date.
When the date is not to be changed, press the
key to display the current time.

To current
time display(Go to page 52)

Changing the order of the date3

Press the PRINT key. " y " (Year), " m " (Month)and " d " (Day) blink.

4

Press the START key or

key to change

the order of displaying the date.

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Changing the date
The date is changed in the selected displaying order.
The following is an example when the order of " y " (Year), " m " (Month) and " d " (Day) is selected.

5

Press thekey to select the setting value ofFrom the previous page" y " (Year). (Example:03)
6

Press the START key or

key to change

the year. (Example:03→04)
START key

Increases the value of the blinking
digit by one.

key

Decreases the value of the blinking

ordigit by one.
7

Press thekey to select the setting value of" m " (Month). (Example:04)

8

Press the START key or

key to change

the month. (Example:04→06)

9

Press theor

key to select the setting value of" d " (Day). (Example:05)

10 Press the START key or

key to change

the day. (Example:05→08)or

11 Press the PRINT key to save the date.
After " end ", the current time is displayed.

Continued on the next page51

Changing the time
12 The current time is displayed. Press the
key to display the current date.

To current
date display(Go to page 50)

13 Press the PRINT key to select the setting value ofthe hour. (Example:11)

14 Press the START key or

key to change

the hour. (Example:11→12)

15 Press the

key to select the setting valueof the minute. (Example:22)

16 Press the START key or

key to change

the minute. (Example:22→34)

17 Press the

key to select the setting valueof the second. (Example:33)

18 Press the START key or

key to change

the second. (Example:33→00)

19 Press the PRINT key to save the time.
After " end ", the next item is displayed.

20 Press the STOP key to return to the standby
mode.

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9-4 Data Output Format Examples
9-4-1 A&D Standard Format
Used with the printer MODE 3 when the optional compact printer AD-8121B is connected. Only theviscosity value is output.
Output format example
Viscosity
Display
unit
L
mPa･s

OL,-99999999mPs

0.30mPa･s
10.0 mPa･s

ST,+00000.30mPs
ST,+00010.00mPs

100

mPa･s

ST,+00100.00mPs

1.00 Pa･s

ST,+01000.00mPs

Pa･s
Pa･s

OL,+99999999mPs
OL,-99999999Pas

0.0003 Pa･s
0.0100 Pa･s
0.100 Pa･s

ST,+000.0003Pas
ST,+000.0100Pas
ST,+000.1000Pas

1.00 Pa･s

ST,+001.0000Pas

Pa･s
cP

OL,+99999999Pas
OL,-99999999 cP

MmPa･s

H
L

Pa･s

H
L

Remarks

0.30 cP
10.0 cP
100
cP

ST,+00000.30 cP
ST,+00010.00 cP
ST,+00100.00 cP

10.0

P

ST,+01000.00 cP

H
L
0.0030
0.100
1.00

P
P
P
P
P

OL,+99999999 cP
OL,-99999999 P
ST,+000.0030 P
ST,+000.1000 P
ST,+001.0000 P

10.0

P

ST,+010.0000

PP

OL,+99999999

P

CcP

P

Output format

H

Below measuring range error
The digit of 0.01mPa⋅s is always zero.
The digits of 0.01mPa⋅s and
0.1mPa⋅s are always zero.
For 1000mPa⋅s or greater, thedisplayed unit is Pa⋅s, but the output
unit remains mPa⋅s.
The digits of 0.01mPa⋅s, 0.1mPa⋅s
and 1mPa⋅s are always zero.
Above measuring range error
Below measuring range error

The digit of 0.0001Pa⋅s is alwayszero.
The digits of 0.0001Pa⋅s and0.001Pa⋅s are always zero.
Above measuring range error
Below measuring range error
The digit of 0.01cP is always zero.
The digits of 0.01cP and 0.1cP arealways zero.
For 1000 cP or greater, the displayed
unit is P, but the output unit remains cP.
The digits of 0.01cP, 0.1cP and 1cP
are always zero.
Above measuring range error
Below measuring range error
The digit of 0.0001P is always zero.
The digits of 0.0001P and 0.001P
are always zero.
The digits of 0.0001P, 0.001P and
0.01P are always zero.
Above measuring range error: Space (ASC 20h)53

9-4-2 D.P. Format
Used with the printer MODE 3 when the optional compact printer AD-8121B is connected.
With "prt 0" or "prt 1" selected for "Data output mode (prt) ", output contents can be selected by
the settings of "5-at", "5-td" and "5-ed".
With "prt 2" selected for "Data output mode (prt)", only the viscosity value is output
The following shows printing examples.
Printing format example (1)Function setting(√=Output Blank=No output)
Measurement
5-at1√
elapsed time
Date/time
5-td
1√Remarks√
Device ID
5-ed
2
information√
Signature①②③④⑤⑥⑦⑧⑨⑩⑪⑫⑬⑭⑮⑯

Device ID information

Ａ＆Ｄ
ＭＯＤＥＬ
ＲＶ－１００００
Ｓ／Ｎ
１４８０００００
ＩＤ
ＬＡＢ－１２－ － － － － － － －００：１２：３４
２５：６ Ｃ
１２：３ ｍＰａ ｓ
０：４０ ｍｍＤＡＴＥ
２００３／０３／３１
ＴＩＭＥ
１２：３４：５６
ＲＥＭＡＲＫＳ

Manufacturer
Model
Serial number
ID number
Measurement
elapsed time
Sample temperature
Viscosity
Amplitude value
Date (*)
Time
Remarks－ － － － － － － －ＳＩＧＮＡＴＵＲＥ－ － － － － － － －Printing format example (2)Function setting(√=Output Blank=No output)
Measurement
5-at1√
elapsed time
Date/time
5-td
1√Remarks√
Device ID
5-ed
1
information
Signature
Printing format example (3)Function setting(√=Output Blank=No output)
Measurement
5-at1√
elapsed time
Date/time
5-td
1√Remarks
Device ID
5-ed
0information
Signature

Signature①②③④⑤⑥⑦⑧⑨⑩⑪⑫⑬⑭⑮⑯
００：１２：３４
２５：６ Ｃ
１２：３ ｍＰａ ｓ
０：４０ ｍｍＤＡＴＥ
２００３／０３／３１
ＴＩＭＥ
１２：３４：５６
ＲＥＭＡＲＫＳMeasurement
elapsed time
Sample temperature
Viscosity
Amplitude value
Date (*)
Time
Remarks－ － － － － － － －①②③④⑤⑥⑦⑧⑨⑩⑪⑫⑬⑭⑮⑯

ＤＡＴＥ
ＴＩＭＥ

００：１２：３４
２５：６ Ｃ
１２：３ ｍＰａ ｓ
０：４０ ｍｍ
２００３／０３／３１
１２：３４：５６

Measurement
elapsed time
Sample temperature
Viscosity
Amplitude value
Date (*)
Time－ － － － － － － －(*) The displaying order of the date (YMD/DMY/MDY) depends on the setting of "Date/Time(Cladj)".

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Printing format example (4)Function setting(√=Output Blank=No output)
Measurement
5-at1√
elapsed time
Date/time
5-td
0Remarks
Device ID
5-ed
0information
Signature①②③④⑤⑥⑦⑧⑨⑩⑪⑫⑬⑭⑮⑯

Measurement
elapsed time
Sample temperature
Viscosity
Amplitude value

００：１２：３４
２５：６ Ｃ
１２：３ ｍＰａ ｓ
０：４０ ｍｍ－ － － － － － － －Printing format example (5)①②③④⑤⑥⑦⑧⑨⑩⑪⑫⑬⑭⑮⑯

Function setting(√=Output Blank=No output)
Measurement
5-at0
elapsed time
Date/time
5-td
0Remarks
Device ID
5-ed
0information
SignatureSample temperature
Viscosity
Amplitude value

２５：６ Ｃ
１２：３ ｍＰａ ｓ
０：４０ ｍｍ－ － － － － － － －9-4-3 CSV Format
Appropriate when a personal computer is used to collect data. Measurement values are output incomma separated format.
With "5-td" setting, the date and time can be added to the measurement data.
When a comma is selected as the decimal point by "pnt 1", a semicolon ";" is used as a data
separator.
With CSV format selected, the viscosity value and the temperature are output using the internal
resolution.
The relation between the measuring unit and the internal resolution is as follows:

Internal
resolution

mPa･s

Viscosity
Pa･s

cP

P

0.01

0.00010.01

0.0001

－

0.01

－

0.1

°Ｃ

Temperature°Ｆ

Amplitude value
mm

0.01

0.01

0.01

Output format example (1) With ID number, date and time added
Function setting(√=Output Blank=No output)
Date/time
5-td
1√
Device5-ed
3√ID number

Outputs in the order of ID number, date, time,
temperature, temperature unit, viscosity and viscosity
unit.
The output data are 52 characters long excluding theterminator.

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Output format example
Viscosity/
Temperature

Display

Output format example

RemarksmPa･s

LAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+025.67,C,+00000.00,mPa s,0.40,mm

Zeroes are output for
below measuring range
error.

0.30mPa･s
10.0 mPa･s
100 mPa･s
1.00 Pa･s

LAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+025.67,C,+00000.30,mPa s,0.40,mm
LAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+025.67,C,+00010.00,mPa s,0.40,mm
LAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+025.67,C,+00100.00,mPa s,0.40,mm
LAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+025.67,C,+01000.00,mPa s,0.40,mm

H

Pa･s

LAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+025.67,C,+12000.00,mPa s,0.40,mm

L

Pa･s

LAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+051.23,F,+000.0000, Pa s,0.40,mm

0.0003 Pa･s

LAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+051.23,F,+000.0003, Pa s,0.40,mm

0.0100 Pa･s

LAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+051.23,F,+000.0100, Pa s,0.40,mm

0.100

Pa･s

LAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+051.23,F,+000.1000, Pa s,0.40,mm

1.00 Pa･s

LAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+051.23,F,+001.0000, Pa s,0.40,mm

H

Pa･s

LAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+051.23,F,+012.0000, Pa s,0.40,mm

L

cP

LAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+025.67,C,+000.0000, cP,0.40,mm

L

mmPa･s
/

°C

Pa･s
/
°F

ccP
/

0.30 cP

LAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+025.67,C,+00000.30, cP,0.40,mm

10.0

cP

LAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+025.67,C,+00010.00, cP,0.40,mm

100cP

LAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+025.67,C,+00100.00, cP,0.40,mmP

LAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+025.67,C,+01000.00, cP,0.40,mm

HP

LAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+025.67,C,+12000.00, cP,0.40,mm

LP

LAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+051.23,F,+000.0000,

P,0.40,mm0.0030P

LAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+051.23,F,+000.0030,

P,0.40,mm

0.100

PLAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+051.23,F,+000.1000,

P,0.40,mm

1.00

PLAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+051.23,F,+001.0000,

P,0.40,mmP

LAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+051.23,F,+010.0000,

P,0.40,mmP

LAB-12,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+051.23,F,+120.0000,

P,0.40,mm

10.0

°C

P
/
°F

10.0
H

For 1000 mPa⋅s or
greater, the displayed
unit is Pa⋅s, but the output
unit remains mPa⋅s.
12000 is output forabove measuring range
error.
Zeroes are output for
below measuring range
error.

12 is output for abovemeasuring range error.
Zeroes are output for
below measuring range
error.

For 1000 cP or greater,
the displayed unit is P,
but the output unit
remains cP.
12000 is output forabove measuring range
error.
Zeroes are output for
below measuring range
error.

120 is output for abovemeasuring range error.

: Space (ASC 20h)

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Output format example (2) With date and time added
Function setting(√=Output Blank=No output)
Date/time
5-td
1√
Device5-ed
0
ID number

Outputs in the order of date, time, temperature,temperature unit, viscosity and viscosity unit.
The output data are 46 characters long excluding theterminator.

Output format example
Viscosity /Temperature

Display

MmPa⋅s / °C

1.23 mPa⋅s

Output format example,2003/03/19,12:34:56,+025.67,C,+00001.23,mPa s,0.40,mm: Space (ASC 20h)
Output format example (3) To output the measured temperature and viscosity only
Function setting(√=Output Blank=No output)
Date/time
5-td
0Device5-ed
0
ID number

Outputs in the order of temperature, temperature unit,
viscosity and viscosity unit.
The output data are 28 characters long excluding theterminator.

Output format example
Viscosity / Temperature

Display

Output format example

mmPa⋅s / °C

1.23 mPa⋅s,,,+025.67,C,+00001.23,mPa s,0.40,mm: Space (ASC 20h)

9-4-4 RsVisco Format
Used with the graphing program RsVisco. Measurement data are output in comma separated format.
When a comma is selected as the decimal point by "pnt 1", a semicolon ";" is used as a data separator.
When a measurement is started using RsVisco, the rheometer automatically selects this format.
Measurement data are output in the order of viscosity, viscosity unit, temperature and temperature unit.
The output data are 25 characters long excluding the terminatorWith RsVisco format selected, the viscosity value and the temperature are output using the internal
resolution.
The relation between the measuring unit and the internal resolution is as follows:

Internal resolution

mPa･s
0.01
－

Viscosity
Pa･smm
0.0001
0.01
0.01
－

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TemperatureP
0.0001
0.1°Ｃ°Ｆ

Amplitude value
mm

0.01

0.01

0.01

Output format example
Viscosity/
Temper-ature

MmPa･s
/

°C

Pa･s
/
°F

CcP
/

°C

P
/
°F

Display

Output format example

LLLLL mPa･s+00000.00,mPa s,+025.67,C,0.40,mm

0.30 mPa･s+00000.30,mPa s,+025.67,C,0.40,mm

10.0 mPa･s+00010.00,mPa s,+025.67,C,0.40,mm

100

mPa･s

+00100.00,mPa s,+025.67,C,0.40,mm

1.00 Pa･s+01000.00,mPa s,+025.67,C,0.40,mm

H

Pa･s

+12000.00,mPa s,+025.67,C,0.40,mm

L

Pa･s

+000.0000, Pa s,+051.23,F,0.40,mm

0.0003 Pa･s

+000.0003, Pa s,+051.23,F,0.40,mm

0.0100 Pa･s

+000.0100, Pa s,+051.23,F,0.40,mm

0.100

Pa･s

+000.1000, Pa s,+051.23,F,0.40,mm

1.00 Pa･s+001.0000, Pa s,+051.23,F,0.40,mm

H

Pa･s

+012.0000, Pa,+051.23,F,0.40,mm

L

cP+000.0000, cP,+025.67,C,0.40,mm

0.30 cP+00000.30, cP,+025.67,C,0.40,mm

10.0

cP

+00010.00, cP,+025.67,C,0.40,mm

100

cP

+00100.00, cP,+025.67,C,0.40,mm

P+01000.00, cP,+025.67,C,0.40,mm

HP+12000.00, cP,+025.67,C,0.40,mm

LP+000.0000,

P,+051.23,F,0.40,mm

0.0030
0.100
1.00
10.0
H

P
P
P
P
P

+000.0030,+000.1000,+001.0000,+010.0000,+120.0000,

P
P
P
P
P

,+051.23,F,0.40,mm,+051.23,F,0.40,mm,+051.23,F,0.40,mm,+051.23,F,0.40,mm,+051.23,F,0.40,mm

10.0

Remarks
Zeroes are output for below measuring
range error.

For 1000 mPa⋅s or greater, the displayed unit
is Pa⋅s, but the output unit remains mPa⋅s.
12000 is output for above measuring range
error.
Zeroes are output for below measuring
range error.

12 is output for above measuring range error.
Zeroes are output for below measuring
range error.

For 1000 cP or greater, the displayed unit isP, but the output unit remains cP.
12000 is output for above measuring range
error.
Zeroes are output for below measuring
range error.

120 is output for above measuring range error.

: Space (ASC 20h)

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10.CONNECTION TO A PERSONAL COMPUTER
10-1 Introduction
If connecting the RV-10000 to a personal computer using the Windows communication tools
WinCT-Viscosity (CD-ROM), the measurement data can be imported into the personal computer.
The graphing program RsVisco that is contained in the Windows communication tools
WinCT-Viscosity has following features.
- This program can display a graph of the sample viscosity changing in real time. At this time, thesample temperature is imported into the personal computer. Therefore you can easily understandthe sample characteristic by displaying a graph of the relation between the temperature andviscosity.
- When measuring at any time, you can compare the sample characteristic by displaying a graph ona graph.
- The measurement data can be saved with the CSV file in the personal computer. The input data
can be displayed as a graph again.
- The graph data can be printed with a printer that is connected to the personal computer.
* For an example of a measurement, refer to the sample measurement collection. For details of how
to use the examples, refer to “Readme” that is installed in the personal computer after the
CD-ROM set up.

10-2 Installation of WinCT-Viscosity
Refer to "\English\ReadMe.txt" on the CD-ROM, to install WinCT-Viscosity in a personal computer.

10-3 Connection to a personal computer
In a case where the personal computer has a COM port
The RV-10000 can connect to a personal computer using the RS-232C cable.
RS-232C

Display
rear side

RS-232C cable

Personal computer59

In a case where the personal computer does not have a COM port (Example: notebook type etc)
By using the standard Serial-USB converter provided, a personal computer can increase the numberof COM ports available. Therefore, the RV-10000 can connect to a personal computer using the
RS-232C cable.
Setting up
1 Connect the Serial-USB converter to the personal computer. Install the driver of the Serial-USB
converter in the personal computer (Refer to the instruction manual of the Serial-USB converter.).
2 Connect the Serial-USB converter to the RV-10000 by using the RS-232C cable.

Personal computer

Display
rear side1

2

RS-232C cable

USB

1

Serial-USB converter210-4 Configuration of the COM port
When connecting the RV-10000 to a personal computer, confirm that the COM port setting match up.
(1) Configuring of the COM port
1 Click the START bottom → the“Setting” →the“Control panel”.
2 Double-click the“System” .
3 Click the“Hardware” Tab, and clickthe“Device Manager” .
4 Double-click the“Port (COM and LPT)” ,confirm the number of the COM port.
When using the USB converter, “ATEN USB to
Serial Bridge (COM4)” is displayed.
With this example, the COM port is displayed
set to “4”. The COM port of the personal
computer is displayed as “Communications
Port (COM1)”.

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Conforming the COM port with the Device Manager(Example of the COM port of the USB converter set to “4”)With this example, The COM port of the personal computer is two. Therefore, the COM port
number that is connected to the personal computer directly is displayed as “1” and “2”.
When a personal computer has many COM ports, all of the COM ports are displayed
sequentially. (Example: Communications Port (COM1), Communications Port (COM2).)
Confirm the COM port number by the connecting position of the COM port.

(2) Setting of the COM port (Example: graphing software“RsVisco”)
1 Click the START bottom →the“Program” → the“A&D
WinCT-Viscosity” → the“RSVisco”.
2 With “RS-232C (R)” of menu →the“COM Port (C)”, set the COM
port described above “ (1)Configuring of the COM port”

Setting the COM port with the RsVisco(Example of the COM port set to “4”)10-5 Controlling the measurement using a personal computer(In case of the graphing software“RsVisco”)
1 Refer to “5. MEASUREMENT”, prepare the measurement.
2 Start the graphing software“RsVisco”.
3 Confirm that the COM port of the“RsVisco” is set properly.
4 Click the START button of the“RsVisco” to start the measurement.
5 If you want to finish the measurement, click the START button of the“RsVisco”.
* For details on how to use the software, refer to the file “Readme” that is installed in a personal
computer after the CD-ROM set up.

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11. CONNECTION TO A PRINTER The rheometer can be connected to the optional compact printer AD-8121B using the standard
RS-232C interface and the measurement results can be printed.
 The statistical calculation data of the results and the changes in the viscosity value per acertain time can be printed using the function of the AD-8121B.
 Use the AD-8121B accessory cable to connect the printer to the rheometer.
Setting List
Rheometer function settings

What to print

Measurement results

Pprt

type

5-at

5-td

5-ed

pU5e

0 •､1

1•

0､1 •

0､1 •

0､1､2 •

1•

AD-8121B
settings
MODE 3• Factory setting

Connect to RS-232C
interface of the RV-10000

Accessory cable of AD-8121B

Compact printer AD-8121B

Note
AD-8121B settings
Mode

AD-8121B DIP switches

Description

Mode 1Prints upon data receipt
Standard mode, statistical calculation mode

Mode 2Prints using the AD-8121B DATA key or the AD-8121B
built-in timer
Standard mode, interval mode, chart mode

Mode 3

Prints upon data receipt
Dump print mode

DIP switch 3: Handling unstable data
ON = To print unstable data

OFF = Not to print unstable data

DIP switch 4: Data input specification
ON = Use the current loop

OFF = Use the RS-232C

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12. RS-232C INTERFACE
RS232C interface
Transmission system
Transmission form
Data format
Data bits
ParityStop bit
Code
Terminator

EIA RS-232C
Asynchronous, bi-directional, half duplex
Baud rate
2400 bps
7 bits
EVEN
1 bit
ASCII
CR LF (CR: 0Dh, LF: 0Ah)
RS-232C

Bit format-5 V to -15 V+5 V to +15 V
Data bits

Stop bit

Start bit

Parity bit

Pin Connections

13

1

25

14

M2.6 screw

Display unit rear side

Pin No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
16, 18, 19, 21, 23
Others

RV-10000 (DCE)
Signal Name *1
Description
FG
Frame ground
RXD
Receive data
TXD
Transmit data
RTS
Ready to send *2
CTS
Clear to send *2
DSR
Data set readySG
Signal ground
Internal use
Not usedComputer (DTE)
Direction
Signal Name
FG
TXD
←
RXD
→
RTS
←
CTS
→
DSR
→
SG
Do not connect *3*1: Signal names of the rheometer side are the same as the DTE side with TXD and RXD
reversed.
*2: RTS and CTS flow control are not used. CTS output is HI always.
*3: Normal DOS/V cables do not use these terminals.

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13.COMMAND LISTThe rheometer can be controlled by the following commands from the computer.
Add a terminator
Command
Q
SIR
C
QM
START
STOP
HOLD
MODE
PRINT

( 0Dh、0Ah ) to each command.
Description
Outputs the current data.
(This is effective whether not measurement being carried out.)
Outputs data continuously
Stops data output by SIR command.
Outputs the data during measurement.
(This is effective only while measurement is being carried out.)
Same as the START key
Same as the STOP key
Same as the

key

Same as the
key
Same as the PRINT key

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14. TROUBLESHOOTINGThe rheometer is a precision instrument. When the operating environment or the operating method isinadequate, correct values can not be obtained. If measurement values do not become stable or they
seem to be incorrect, check as described below. If improper performance persists after checking,contact the local A&D dealer for repair.

14-1 When measurement values do not become stable Is the ambient environment free from vibration and drafts?
 Places such as second or higher floor or near busy highways or rail lines are prone tovibration.
Avoid these places or use an anti-vibration table, AD-1671A.
 Reconsider the setting of "Condition (Cond) ” of the function setting.
Set it to "Cond 2".
 Avoid direct drafts in the vicinity of the rheometer.
 Is there a strong electrical or magnetic noise source such as a motor near the rheometer?
 Install the rheometer away from the electrical or magnetic noise sources Is the protector or the sensor protective cover in contact with the sensor plates or thetemperature sensor?
 Attach the protector and the sensor protective cover properly so that they do not touch
the sensor plates or the temperature sensor.
 Remove the protector, the surface locator plate or the sensor protective cover whennecessary.
(1) How to remove the protector

Sensor unit

Sensor protective
cover

Rotationalaxis

1
Surfacelocator plate1

Temperature sensor

Protector

2
Press the left and right side frames lightly in the direction indicated as 1 to remove therotational axis. Pull the protector in the direction indicated as 2 to remove.

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(2) How to remove and attach the surface locator plate
Removing
Loosen the screw and remove the surface
locator plate from the temperature sensor.
Surfacelocator plate(Shaded portion)

Attaching
Install the surface locator plate as

Screw

Sensor protective
cover
Temperature
sensorshown in the illustration. Slip the locator

Samplesurfaceadjustment
position

plate onto the temperature sensor.
Clearanceof 1mm or
greaterMove the plate to the top of the sensor.
Adjust the position of the locatorplate so that the tip of the locator

Sensorplatesplate aligns to the center of thenarrow part of the sensor plates.
Tighten the screw.
Note

When the sensor plate and the surface locator plate are too close, a measurement
error may occur due to the liquid surface tension. Therefore, secure a clearance of atleast 1 mm between the sensor plate and the surface locator plate. Maintain theclearance by rotating the surface locator plate when necessary.

(3) How to remove the sensor protective cover(Sensor unit side view)

Remove the protector and the surface
locator plate.

Sensor protective
cover

Pull the sensor protective cover in the
direction indicated as 1 to release theportions A (two) and B from the protectorAB

1

frame.

2

Pull the sensor protective cover in the
direction indicated as 2 to remove.

Protector
frame

Note
When removing the sensor protective
cover, it may touch the sensor plates
and the temperature sensor. Use muchcare not to damage them.

(Sensor unit underside view)6614-2 When measurement values are not correct
 Has the sample surface been adjusted to the center of the narrow part of the sensor plates?
 Adjust the table height by turning the knob so that the center of the narrow part of thesensor plates is on the sample surface.
 Are the positions of the left and right sensor plates in the sample surface the same?
 If not the same, level the rheometer using the leveling feet so that the liquid surface willbe leveled.
 Are the sensor plates clean?
 Remove any residual sample material from the sensor plates using alcohol.
 When any residual sample material is on the portion of the sensor plates above thesample surface, changes in the mass cause the vibration frequency to shift, which will
result in a measurement error.
 Are the sensor plates bent?
 If bent, contact the local A&D dealer for repair.
 Is the protector properly attached to the rheometer.
 Does the sample generate bubbles because of the differences in the sample temperature andthe ambient temperature and do the bubbles stick to the sensor plates?
 The sample viscosity depends on the temperature.
 In general, because the viscosity of a liquid depends on its temperature, the viscosity
value decreases about 2 to 10 percent per degree Celsius if increasing the temperature.
 Is the sample surface lowered?
 In a measurement that takes a long time, evaporation may cause the sample surface tobe lowered. Maintain the sample surface level.
 Do the main unit and the display unit have the same serial number?
 The main unit and the display unit have been adjusted in pairs. Confirm that the main
unit and the display unit have the same serial number.
 Is calibration performed?
 When the absolute viscosity value is important, it is recommend that a periodic
calibration be performed using a standard viscosity fluid.
 Sample cup influence
The rheometer have been calibrated with the following cups when shipped. When using
another cup, use that cup to measure viscosity only after calibrating with it.
Sample cup (Capacity: 45 mL)
Note
The rheometer has been calibrated with the protector attached when shipped. Please
note that the value, obtained when the rheometer is calibrated without the protector,
may be different from that upon shipment.

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14-3 When more precise measurement is required: When the rheometer is installed for the first time or is moved to another location, plug in the AC
adapter and warm up the rheometer for one hour or more, to acclimatize the rheometer to themeasuring environment.
And before measurement, calibrate the rheometer using the sample cup that will be used formeasurement.
 Placing the sensor plates and the temperature sensor in the sample may change the sample
temperature. For precise measurement, leave the sample as is for a while, after placing thesensor plates and the temperature sensor, to ensure no changes to the sample temperature.
And then, start a measurement.
 When the sensor plates and the temperature sensor are cleaned using alcohol, the plates andthe sensor are cooled temporarily and their temperature is lowered. Allow the plates and thesensor to acclimatize to the measuring environment before measurement.

14-4 When the temperature values are not correct
 Is the display unit connected to the main unit properly using the connection cable?

14-5 When water viscosity is to be measured When tap water is poured into the sample cup directly and is measured, bubbles are generated
on the sensor plates due to the difference in pressure and temperature and the viscosity may
increase gradually. Pressurized tap water generates bubbles easily. Therefore, use distilled or
purified water that is not pressurized.
Leave the sensor plates and sample in the same environment to acclimatize before measuring,to decrease temperatures fluctuations.

 In a measurement that takes a long time, the sample viscosity may increase due to watercontamination. Perform a periodic check on water quality.

6815. ERROR DISPLAY
Error display

Description
Above measuring range error
The viscosity value exceeds the upper limit of the viscosity
measuring range.
The viscosity of the sample can not be measured.
This error may occur when the display unit is not connected to themain unit.
Below measuring range error
The viscosity value is below the lower limit of the viscosity
measuring range.
The viscosity of the sample can not be measured.
This error may occur when the display unit is not connected to themain unit.
The power supply for the internal clock is depleted.
Press any key to enter the clock correction mode. Setting the clock
enables the rheometer to be used temporarily.
If the error occurs frequently, contact the local A&D dealer for repair.

Internal IC error
Turn the power off. Then, turn the power on again. If this does notrelease the error, contact the local A&D dealer for repair.

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16. SPECIFICATIONS
Measurement method
Amplitude range

Viscosity measuring range

2
Measurement Repeatability*
accuracy*1 Accuracy *3

Sine-wave Vibro Rheometer using the Tuning-fork Vibration method
Vibration frequency 30 Hz
0.07 to 1.2mm (At the tip of the sensor plate)
Amplitude(At the tip of the sensor
Viscosity range
plate, peak to peak［P-P］)
0.07mm
2,000～25,000mPa･s
0.1mm
20～25,000mPa･s
0.2mm
0.3～25,000mPa･s
0.4mm
0.3～12,000mPa･s
0.6mm
0.3～5,000mPa･s
0.8mm
1.0mm
0.3～3,000mPa･s
1.2mm
1% (Standard deviation)±3% (1～1000mPa･s) When amplitude is set to 0.4mm
Range (mPa･s)
0.3～1010～100100～1000
1000～25000

Minimum display (mPa･s) Minimum display (Pa･s)
0.01
0.0001Minimum display
0.1
0.0001
1
0.001
*4
10
0.01
Unit (Viscosity)
mmPa⋅s, Pa⋅s, cP, P
Operating temperature
10 to 40°C (50 to 104°F)
Minimum sample amount
10 mL or more
Temperature display
0 to 99°C/0.1°C, (32 to 210.2°F/0.1°F) *5
100 to 160°C/1°C, (212 to 320°F/1°F)
0 to 20°C/32 to 68°F: ±1°C/±1.8°F
20 to 30°C/68 to 86°F: ±0.5°C/±0.9°F
Temperature measurement
accuracy
30 to 100°C/86 to 212°F: ±2°C/±3.6°F
100 to 160°C/212 to 320°F: ±4°C/±7.2°F
Display
Vacuum fluorescent display (VFD)
Connection cable length
1.5 m (between the main unit and the display unit)
Communication
RS-232C standard
AC adapter (Confirm that the adapter type is correct for the local voltage
Power supply
and power receptacle type.)
Power consumption
Approx. 14 VA (Including the AC adapter)
Sensor unit: 112 (W) x 132 (D) x 291 (H) mm/Approx. 0.8 kg
External dimensions/mass
Display unit: 238 (W) x 132 (D) x 170 (H) mm/Approx. 1.3 kg
Stand unit: 296 (W) x 314 (D) x 536 (H) mm/Approx. 4.6 kg
AC adapter (1 pc), Connection cable (1 pc), Sample cup (Capacity: 45mL,
5 pcs), Small sample cup (Capacity: 10 mL, 5 pcs), Small sample cup
cover (5 pcs), Disposable cup (Capacity: 10 mL, 5 pcs), Glass sample cup(Capacity: 13 mL, 2 pcs), Glass sample cup holder (1 pc), Water jacket (1pc), Windows communication tools
Standard accessories
WinCT-Viscosity (1 pc), RS-232C cable (1 pc), Serial-USB converter (1 pc),
Stand for securing the sensor unit (1 pc), Positioning stopper (1 pc), X-Y-Z
stage (1 pc), Dust cover for the main unit (1 pc), Dust cover for the display
unit (1 pc)*1

When the sample cup (45mL) is used*2

Repetitive measurement with the sensor plates remaining in the sample

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*3

The value after calibration using a standard viscosity fluid at a temperature range between 20°C
and 30°C with no condensation.
In a measurement that takes a long time, perform calibration using a standard viscosity fluid or
purified water periodically, as necessary.

*4

The unit switches to Pa⋅s.

*5

The operating temperature of each standard and optional accessory is as follow
Name
Sample cup-capacity 45 mL (AX-SV-33), Small sample cup-capacity 10 mL/ Small sample cup cover (AX-SV-34), Sample cup-capacity 2 mL
(AX-SV-58)*, Sample cup holder-For capacity 2 mL (AX-SV-56-1/2)
Glass sample cup-capacity 13 mL (AX-SV-35),
Glass sample cup-capacity 2 mL (AX-SV-59)
Water jacket (AX-SV-37)
Glass Storage Container (AX-SV-38)*
Plastic Storage Container (AX-SV-39)*,
Disposable cup-capacity 10 mL (AX-SV-63)* Lid: 80°C max

Temperature used
0 to 120°C
0 to 230°C
0 to 100°C
0 to 180°C
0 to 80°C

Take the operating temperature shown above into considerations when using the above items.

7117. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
List of Optional Accessories
Model
AX-SV-31-2.5
AX-SV-31-5
AX-SV-31-10
AX-SV-31-20
AX-SV-31-50
AX-SV-31-100
AX-SV-31-200
AX-SV-31-500
AX-SV-31-1000
AX-SV-31-2000
AX-SV-31-14000
AX-SV-31-160000
AX-SV-33
AX-SV-34
AX-SV-35
AX-SV-36
AX-SV-37
AX-SV-38
AX-SV-39
AX-SV-42
AX-SV-43
AX-SV-51

AX-SV-52
AX-SV-53-EX

AX-SV-54

AX-SV-62-1
AX-SV-62-2
AX-SV-63
AX-USB-25P-EX
AD-8121B
AD-1671A
AD-1682
AD-1687
AD-1688
AD-8527(sold separately)
NameStandard viscosity fluid (JS2.5)
Standard viscosity fluid (JS5)Standard viscosity fluid (JS10)
Standard viscosity fluid (JS20)
Standard viscosity fluid (JS50)
Capacity: 500 mL,
Standard viscosity fluid (JS100)
Standard viscosity fluid (JS200)
with certification according to JIS Z8809
Standard viscosity fluid (JS500)
Standard viscosity fluid (JS1000)
Standard viscosity fluid (JS2000)
Standard viscosity fluid (JS14000)
Standard viscosity fluid (JS160000)
Sample cup (Capacity: 45 mL) 10 pcs
Small sample cup (Capacity: 10 mL) 10 pcs
Glass sample cup (Capacity: Approx.13 mL) 1 pc
Positioning Stopper 1 pc
Water jacket 1 pc
Glass storage container (Capacity: Approx.50 mL) 10 pcs
Plastic storage container (Capacity: Approx.120 mL) 20 pcs
Analog output
Extension cable (5 m)
To extend the distance between the main unit and the display unit.
Stand set
Stand for securing the sensor unit 1 pc
X-Y-Z stage 1 pc
Sample cup (Capacity: 2 mL, Lid attached) 1 pc
Sample cup holder (For 2 mL capacity) 1 pc
Sample cup (Capacity: 45 mL) 1 pc
X-Y-Z stage1 pc
Software set (Serial-USB converter included)
WinCT-Viscosity 1 pc
RS232C straight cable 1 pc
Serial-USB converter 1 pc
Cup set（Capacity: 10 mL・13 mL・45 mL） (Water jacket attached)
Sample cup (Capacity: 45 mL) 5 pcs
Small sample cup (Capacity: 10 mL) 5 pcs
Small sample cup cover 5 pcs
Glass sample cup (Capacity: Approx.13 mL) 2 pcs
Glass sample cup holder 1 pc
Water jacket 1 pc
Dust cover for the main unit
Dust cover for the display unit
Disposable cup (Capacity: 10 mL) 40 pcs
Serial-USB converter
Compact printer
Anti-vibration table
Rechargeable battery
Weighing environment logger
Weighing data logger
Quick USB adapter

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AX-SV-33 Sample Cup- The AX-SV-33 consists of :Sample cup (Capacity: 45 mL)

10 pcs(Polycarbonate, Operating temperature: 120°C max.)

AX-SV-34 Small Sample Cup (10mL)• Used when a small amount of sample will be measured.
- The AX-SV-34 consists of :Small sample cup (10 mL)

10 pcsSmall sample cup cover

10 pcsSample cup

1 pc(All: Polycarbonate, Operating temperature: 120°C max.)

AX-SV-35 Glass Sample Cup (Approx. 13 mL)• Used when organic solvents will be measured.
- The AX-SV-37 consists of :Glass sample cup (Capacity: Approx.13 mL) 1 pc
(Pyrex glass, Operating temperature: 230°C max.)
Glass sample cup holder (Stainless steel)

1 pc

Sample cup

1 pc(Polycarbonate, Operating temperature: 120°C max.)

AX-SV-36 Positioning Stopper• Used to fix the position of the sensor unit and thesensor plates so that positioning the sensor plates
and the sample surface is not required each time ameasurement is performed in a repetitive test. See
below for how to attach the positioning stopper.

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How to attach the positioning stopper:
1 Raise the lever so that the sensor unit

Sensor unit

can be moved.

2

Grips

1

2 While pinching the grips, lift out the7sensor unit from above.
3 While pinching the grips on thepositioning stopper, attach the stopper,

Lever

with the lever on the left side as seen

Supporting postfrom front, on the supportintg post.
Be sure to place the guide located on
the inner wall of the stopper in the guideSensor unit

Guide channel

channels located on the supporting post.

Grips

4 Position the stopper at an appropriate
height. Raise the lever to secure theMake these surfaces
come into contact
6

stopper.
5 While pinching the grips, attach thesensor unit on the supporting post.
6 Lower the sensor unit until it comes4

into contact with the stopper.
7 Lower the lever to secure the sensor
unit.

Positioning stopper
Sensor plates

AX-SV-37 Water Jacket Assembly• Used, in combination with a commercially available
constant temperature bath for heating medium
circulation, to maintain the sample temperature
constant or to measure the viscosity while changing
the sample temperature.
• The glass sample cup sold separately can also be used.
- The AX-SV-37 consists of :Water jacket

1 pc(Main body: Polycarbonate, Packing: Silicone rubber,
Washer: Nylon)
Small sample cup

4 pcs(Polycarbonate, Operating temperature: 120°C max.)
Small sample cup cover

4 pcs(Polycarbonate, Operating temperature: 120°C max.)
Screw

1 pc

(Screw: Polyacetal, Washer: Nylon)

74• Specifications Circulation nozzle: Outside diameter 10.5 mm
Recommended hose: Silicone tube, inside diameter 8 mm
• It is recommended that, for safety, a commercially available tubing clamp (clamping size: 11 to
20 mm) be used to fasten the tube securely to the nozzle.
• When using the water jacket, make sure that no inner pressure is exerted in the water jacket
due to the kinked or blocked tubes, as that could exert the pressure in the water jacket, causing
it to break.
• Set the circulation flow rate to 5 L/min or less. Otherwise, the water jacket may be damaged.
• When a stirrer is attached at the bottom of the water jacket, the sample viscosity can bemeasured while the sample is being stirred. The maximum viscosity value which can bemeasured is 1000 mPa⋅s.
Stirrer: Cimarec TM i Micro Stirrers manufactured by Thermo Fisher Scientific
Use a rotator with a size of 6 mm (length) x 4 mm (diameter).

AX-SV-38 Glass Storage Container• Used to store sample fluids.
The viscosity of the sample stored in the container
can be measured as it is.
- The AX-SV-38 consists of :Glass storage container (Capacity: Approx.50 mL) 10 pcs(Borosilicate glass, Operating temperature: 180°C max.)
Lid
10 pcs(Polyethylene, Operating temperature: 80°C max.)

AX-SV-39 Plastic Storage Container

Lid• Used to store sample fluids.
The viscosity of the sample stored in the container
can be measured as it is.
Plastic storage container- The AX-SV-39 consists of :Plastic storage container (Capacity: Approx.120 mL) 20 pcs(Polypropylene, Operating temperature: 80°C max.)
Lid
20 pcs(Polyethylene, Operating temperature: 80°C max.)75

AX-SV-51 Stand Set• Used for securing the sensor unit while measuring theviscosity of a sample.

Sample cup
holder- Consists of :Stand for securing the sensor unit

1 pc

X-Y-Z stage

1 pc

Stopper

1 pc• Used when a small amount of sample (2 mL) will bemeasured. (Only for SV-1A/SV-1H)

Sample cup

Stopper

Sample cup(Lid attached)
X-Y-Z stage- Consists of :Sample cup (Capacity: 2 mL)

1 pc

Sample cup holder

1 pc

Sample cup (Capacity: 45 mL)

1 pc

Stand for securing the sensor unit

(Polycarbonate, Operating temperature: 120°C max.)
Lid

1 pc

(Polypropylene, Operating temperature: 80°C max.)

AX-SV-52 X-Y-Z StageX-Y-Z stage• Used to support and adjust the sample cup position.
- Consists of :X-Y-Z stage

AX-SV-53-EX

1 pc

Software Set•Used while acquiring the viscosity data with a personal
computer.
- Consists of :WinCT-Viscosity

1 pc

RS-232C straight cable

1 pc

Serial-USB converter

1 pc

WinCT-Viscosity

RS232C straightcable

Serial-USB converter76

AX-SV-54

Cup Set (10 mL / 13 mL / 45 mL)(Use the AX-SV-51 Stand Set if necessary.)• Used when a small amount of sample will bemeasured.
- Consists of :Sample cup (45 mL)

5 pcs

Small sample cup (10 mL)

5 pcs

Small sample cup cover

5 pcs(All: Polycarbonate, Operating temperature: 120°C max.)

Used when organic solvents will be measured.
Glass sample cup (Capacity: Approx.13 mL) 2 pcs(Pyrex glass, Operating temperature: 230°C max.)
Glass sample cup holder (Stainless steel)

1 pc

Screw

• Water Jacket

Small sample cup coverUsed, in combination with a commercially available
constant temperature bath for heating medium
circulation, to maintain the sample temperature
constant or to measure the viscosity while changing

Small sample cup
Glass sample cup

the sample temperature.
- Consists of :Water jacket

1 pc(Main body: Polycarbonate, Packing: Silicone rubber,
Washer: Nylon)

Water jacket
Circulation nozzle

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AX-SV-62-1

Dust Cover for the Main Unit

• Used to protect the rheometer main unit from dust
and dirt.
- Consists of :Dust cover for the main unit

1 pc

(Nylon, Light gray)
Dust cover for the main unit

AX-SV-62-2

Dust Cover for the Display Unit

• Used to protect the rheometer display unit from dust
and dirt.
- Consists of :Dust cover for the display unit

1 pc

(Nylon, Light gray)

AX-SV-63

Dust cover for the display unit

Disposable Cup (PET)• Used in place of the small sample cup or the glass
sample cup and can be disposed of after use.
- Consists of :Disposable cup (10 mL) 40 pcs (Two bags of 20 cups each)(Polyethylene terephthalate (PET),
Operating temperature: 80°C max.)

AD-1671A Anti-vibration table• Used when the viscosity value is unstable due toexternal vibration, especially for measuring low
viscosity.

7818. EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS

Unit: mm

Detailed View of the Sensor Unit

8.7

65.5 *D

1 19 44 *D

112

28

φ13

56

*D=Distance from the sensor protective cover
Unit: mm

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