Introduction
A petroleum oil melting point meter is an instrument used to measure the melting point or the softening point of the petroleum products, such as the waxes and the asphalts, and it is used in the petroleum, the petrochemical, the food, and the quality control industries. The melting point is the temperature at which the solid material changes to the liquid state, and the softening point is the temperature at which the material softens and deforms, and the petroleum oil melting point meter measures these temperatures by the heating of the sample at a controlled rate and the observation of the changes, following the standard test methods, such as the ASTM and the ISO standards; the petroleum oil melting point meter consists of a heating system, a temperature control and a measurement system, the test cup or the specimen, and the observation, and it provides the melting point or the softening point, with features such as the digital temperature display and the automated detection; the petroleum oil melting point meter is used for the measurement of the melting point of the waxes, for the measurement of the softening point of the asphalt and the bitumen, for the quality control, for the product development, and for many other applications, and it is an essential instrument for the petroleum testing. Petroleum oil melting point meters are used in the petroleum industry, in the petrochemical industry, in the food industry, in the laboratories, and for many other applications. With their melting point measurement, petroleum oil melting point meters are essential for the product testing.
Oil Melting Point Meter T-S213OMP
Oil Melting Point Meter is a semi-automatic table top units for determination of the melting points of various oil based products. It is equipped with a photographic camera feature for vi...
Oil Melting Point Meter T-S212OMP
Oil Melting Point Meter is a semi-automatic table top units for determination of the melting points of various oil based products. It is equipped with a photographic camera feature for vi...
Oil Melting Point Meter T-S210OMP
Oil Melting Point Meter is a semi-automatic table top units for determination of the melting points of various oil based products. It is equipped with a photographic camera feature for vi...
Oil Melting Point Meter T-S211OMP
Oil Melting Point Meter is a semi-automatic table top units for determination of the melting points of various oil based products. It is equipped with a photographic camera feature for vi...
Standards
OECD Test Guideline 102-Melting point / melting range (capillary tube method)
USP General Chapter <741>-Melting Range or Temperature
Complies with the above standards, but is not limited to them.
Features
1. Determines melting point of petroleum waxes, paraffin and other petroleum products.
2. Precision temperature control with standardized heating rate for reproducible melting point measurement.
3. Suitable for wax quality control, formulation evaluation and product certification.
4. Includes melting point tubes, thermometer, bath and accessories for complete test setup.
5. Digital temperature control with programmable heating profile for standardized testing.
FAQ
Q1: What testing scenarios is this instrument mainly applied to?
A: The petroleum oil melting point meter is used in wax manufacturing, petroleum laboratories, candle and packaging industries to determine the melting point of paraffin waxes, microcrystalline waxes, petroleum jelly and other petroleum products. It supports wax quality control, product specification compliance, formulation evaluation and raw material certification. Melting point indicates the temperature at which a wax transitions from solid to liquid, which affects processing temperature, product consistency and end-use performance in applications such as candle making, paper coating, food packaging, cosmetics and pharmaceutical ointments. Accurate melting point measurement ensures that wax products meet the required specifications for their intended use and maintain consistent quality across production batches.
Q2: What standards does the instrument comply with?
A: The test method follows ASTM D87 for melting point of petroleum waxes, ISO 3841 for petroleum wax melting point, and the corresponding GB/T 2539 method. The instrument complies with relevant laboratory electrical safety standards. Test tube dimensions and heating rate should follow the standard specification.
Q3: What is the warranty period for the whole machine and key components?
A: The bath and controller are covered by a 12-month warranty. Melting point tubes, thermometers and seals are consumables excluded from warranty. Damage from overheating, improper sample preparation or unauthorized repair is excluded.
Q4: Is this device difficult to operate? Is professional training required?
A: Operation requires trained laboratory personnel familiar with wax testing and the standard method. We provide an operation manual and remote guidance. Proper sample preparation, tube filling, heating rate control and melting point observation are important for accurate results.
Q5: What is the typical lead-time for order delivery?
A: Standard models require 7-30 working days. In-stock units can ship within 3-7 working days. Custom configurations or large built-to-order systems may require additional time, and we confirm the exact schedule before order confirmation.
Q6: Is regular calibration required? What is the recommended calibration cycle?
A: Bath temperature calibration against a reference thermometer is recommended every 6-12 months. Heating rate verification should be performed periodically. Full method verification with a certified wax reference material is recommended for accredited laboratories.
Q7: Are supporting consumables universal?
A: Melting point tubes and thermometers are available from laboratory suppliers, though tube dimensions should match the standard method. Long-term consumable cost is low.
Q8: Can I customize parameters or supporting accessories?
A: Customization includes bath capacity, temperature range and number of test positions. Additional tube sets and accessories can be ordered separately. Custom orders extend delivery lead-time.
Q9: Does the purchase include on-site installation and commissioning service?
A: Standard delivery includes the bath, tubes and accessories with an operation manual. Remote commissioning guidance is provided. On-site service is not included for standard orders.
Q10: What types of samples are compatible with this equipment?
A: The tester handles petroleum waxes and similar materials within the method melting point range. Samples should be homogeneous and free of contamination. Waxes with additives or blended compositions may have broader melting ranges. Users should follow the standard method for sample preparation, tube filling and melting point observation, including proper specimen preparation and the specified heating rate to ensure reproducible results.
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