PVC - IV - ASTM D1243

PVC - Intrinsic Viscosity - ASTM D1243

The PSL Rheotek RPV-3 determines the inherent viscosity (logarithmic viscosity number) of vinyl chloride polymers in dilute solution using glass capillary viscometers in accordance with ASTM D1243. The test method requires a 0.2% concentration. The dissolving solvent is Cyclohexanone. Solvent and solution flow times are measured at 30 deg. C using a size 1 suspended-level Ubbelohde type viscometer for both measurements.

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The method requires that repeat flow times are obtained within 0.1% precision. For this application the dual position RPV-3 (2) is an ideal configuration as well as the four position RPV-3 (4). The iSP-1 Sample Preparation system can be used in conjunction with the RPV-3 to prepare samples on a precise weight to weight basis. Dissolution is carried out using a reaction block with stirring and heating at a closely controlled temperature (85 deg. C) with a programmable timer (SD-BM)

RPV-3 Polymer Viscometer
RPV-3 Polymer Viscometer PSL-Rheotek

RPV- 3 (2) Request Quotation
- Intrinsic Viscosity
- K-Value
- Limiting Viscosity
- Viscosity Number
- Inherent Viscosity
- Relative Viscosity
The PSL-Rheotek RPV-3 Polymer Viscometer is suitable for measuring the dilute solution viscosity of a wide range of polymers. Applications include PA, PET, PVC, PLA, PBT, PC, PE, PP, Cellulose Acetate, Inks, Biopolymers, Pulp and cellulose.

RPV-3 is designed for full integration with sample preparation and sample dissolution modules from PSL-Rheotek. Using these integrated options ensures full integrity of data from end to end in the measurement process.
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