Astm D1500 Color Comparator with Artificial light source

Service Overview

Model Number            : NI-CC-201
Compliance Standard : ASTM D1500 – Standard Test Method for ASTM Color of Petroleum Products, ISO 2049 – Petroleum products — Determination of color (ASTM scale).
Application             : Petroleum refineries and oil marketing companies, Lubricant and fuel testing laboratories, Petrochemical and chemical industries, Quality control and inspection laboratories, Research and academic institutions,
Typical samples include: Lubricating oils, Diesel fuel, Kerosene, Petroleum distillates and related products.

Product Desciption : The unit consists of a color comparator housing fitted with an internal artificial illumination system, providing consistent and uniform light conditions as specified in ASTM D1500. The comparator uses precision-matched ASTM color glass discs, allowing the operator to visually match the color of the test sample with the standard color scale. Multiple viewing ports and selector knobs enable quick and easy comparison, while the rugged metal enclosure ensures long service life in laboratory environments. The hinged top cover protects the viewing optics and sample cells when not in use.

Technical Specifications :

Test Method:

Visual color comparison (ASTM D1500)

 Color Scale Range:

ASTM Color 0.5 to 8.0

 Light Source:

Built-in artificial light (long-life lamp / LED)

 Viewing System:

Optical comparator with ASTM color glass discs

 Sample Cell Type:

Clear glass test cells

 Cell Capacity:

Typically 33 mm path length (standard ASTM cells)

 Housing:

Powder-coated MS enclosure

 Power Supply:

230 V AC, 50 Hz, Single Phase

Operation:

Manual

Optical System:

Three-aperture viewing

Color Standards:

ASTM calibrated glass discs

 

Apparatus is supplied with the following items :
Colorimeter – Main Unit = 1 Nos
Disc A = 0.5, 1.5, 2.5, 3.5, 4.5, 5.5, 6.5, 7.5
Disc B = 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 6.0, 7.0 ,8.0
ASTM D1500 Color Comparator unit with artificial light source
Complete set of ASTM color glass discs (0.5 to 8.0)
Glass sample cells / test tubes (set of 2 or 3, as supplied)
Internal illumination system
Power cord
Operating instruction manual

Optional Accessories :

  •  Additional or spare ASTM color glass discs
  •  Extra glass sample cells / test tubes
  •  Natural daylight filter attachment (if required)
  •  Calibration / conformity certificate
  •  Replacement illumination lamp or LED module

Shipping details :(Approx)

Dimensions :

L = 35cm x W = 30cm x H = 38cm

Weight :

18-20 Kgs [35-40 lbs]

Applications

  • Petroleum and lubricant testing laboratories
  • Oil refineries and petrochemical plants
  • Fuel and transformer oil quality control
  • Research and development laboratories

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