Accessories, Hardness, Plasticity, Viscosity
Rapid Plastimeter
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Rapid Plastimeter Type
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Rapid Plastimeter
The Wallace P14 Rapid Plastimeter measures the plasticity of unvulcanised rubbers using a simple, clean and fast testing procedure. Available as 2 models - P14 and P14/VT (Variable Temperature).
- Product Name
Rapid Plastimeter – P14 & P14/VT
- Overview
Available as a Standard or Variable Temperature (VT) model this instrument is part of the Wallace PRI Testing Suite. It has powered zero calibration, eliminating the need for manual set up. Compatible with the Wallace Traceability Software for recording of test results. It is used in conjunction with the Wallace Ageing Chamber (O14) to determine the Plasticity Retention Index (PRI) of raw natural rubbers.
- Standards
BS ISO 2007, BS ISO 2930, ASTM D3194
- Application
The P14 is designed to test the plasticity (PRI) of unvulcanised rubber. The P14/VT enables the testing of both unvulcanised rubber and synthetic rubber compounds.
- Calibration Options
Manufacturer Calibration Certificate included as standard
- Typical Lead Time
4-6 weeks (to be confirmed at time of quoting)
- Attachments
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P14 Rapid Plastimeter Data Sheet 580 KB
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Wallace Rapid P14 Plastimeter
| Part Number | WAP14-001 | WAP14/VT |
| Platen Temperature | 100ºC ±0.5°C | 50ºC to 180ºC ±0.5°C |
| Dimensions (mm) | 420 (h) x 300 (w) x 360 (d) | |
| Weight | 20kg | |
| Upper Platen Size | 10mm diameter standard, 7.3mm & 14mm diameter accessories | |
| Lower Platen Size | 16mm | |
| Test Time | 15 seconds conditioning + 15 seconds load | |
| Compression Force | 100N | |
| Operating Temperature | 5 to 40°C; Altitude 2000m maximum | |
| Humidity Range | 10 to 80% RH non-condensing | |
A modified parallel plate compression principle is used with automatically timed ‘conditioning’ and ‘load’ periods. A sample is compressed between two circular platens which are maintained at a temperature of 100°C. The sample is conditioned for 15 seconds at a thickness of 1mm. A compressive force of 100N is then applied for 15 seconds. The final thickness of the test piece is expressed as a Rapid Plasticity Unit. One Wallace Plasticity Unit represents 0.01mm.
