Viscometer Line Offers Measurement, Repeatability, Reporting

Photo Credit: Paul N. Gardner Co.

The Byko-visc RT Rotational Viscometer from Paul N. Gardner USA (Gardco) is an instrument for precise measurement results with each test condition recorded for detailed results analysis and review. The company says this precision is repeatable day-to-day and instrument-to-instrument because of rigorous quality control. An ISO 17025 calibration certificate is supplied with each instrument to confirm this performance.

Joining the BYK-Gardner offering of viscosity instruments — flow cups, bubble viscometers, the digital stormer viscometer, and cone and plate viscometers — the Byko-visc RT supplies a solution for customers’ quality control needs.

The Byko-visc RT offers a simple navigation, a multitude of control options and a large, capacitive color touchscreen display, which includes preset buttons to quickly recall often used measuring parameters. These benefits reduce operator time, so less time is spent waiting and more time is used to get work done.

Available in two models, byko-visc RT and byko-visc RT Lite, each model features versatility and compatibility with three different sensitivities and optional accessories. Measuring viscosity — lacquers, paints, primers, resins, lubricants, pharmaceuticals, creams, lotions, liquids soaps, beverages, dressings and sauces — from a near water-like, very high viscosity to even the most viscous epoxies, sealants and pastes, the Byko-visc RT line is designed to meet expectations, the company says.

The Byko-visc RT features a snap-on spindle attachment, helping save valuable operator time while protecting the instrument, and an adjustable stand to enable the user to raise and lower the viscometer head. The instrument is said to be ready right out of the box with no assembly needed.

The line is also compatible with many other rotational viscometer models in terms of results, measurement parameters and accessories, such as spindles. This enables users to seamlessly transition to a Byko-visc RT system. The Byko-visc RT is also well suited for testing the viscosity of liquids and pastes in compliance with ASTM D2196, ISO 2555 and ISO 1652 standards.