Pensky-Martens Flash Point Tester: PMA 5

The automatic Pensky-Martens closed cup tester measures theflash point at the lowest temperature at which the application of an ignition source causes the vapors of a sample to ignite.

PMA 5 is suitable for volatility applications of both biodiesel and biodiesel-blended fuels along with distillate fuels like diesel, heating oil and kerosene. It is commonly used for potentially flammable liquids such as lubricating oils and edible oils, too.

FEATURES

Benefits at a Glance

• Integrated fire-extinguishing system automatically controlled or manually released (requires N2 or CO2 gas)
• The One-Twist patented swivel-around multi-function head guarantees the safe and easy one-hand connection of all sensors and actuators such as shutter-actuator, stirrer, igniter and detector contacts
• A multi-detector combines the flash point detector and the temperature probe in a solid housing with a perfectly adjusted immersion depth
• Memory for 1000 tests, 20 operators, 100 sample names
• Statistical analysis (Min, Max, Mean, Repeatability)
• Data handling via USB stick for import into MS Excel or to LIMS

Convenient Operation

• Test initiation by pre-installed standard test methods and option of customizing methods by 15 user-defined programs
• Pt100 sample temperature probe calibration either by dynamic calibration against customer-certified ASTM thermometer or by correction table with 21 calibration points
• Printable calibration protocol
• Menu navigation by jog-shuttle system with easy turn-and-push operation and color-coded LED indication for each operation mode
• Real-time measurement indication on a 5.7” color graphics display
• Password protection

Customized User Flexibility

• PC-software FPPNet (optional) for convenient remote handling and test data storage
• Stainless steel or small-volume sample cup (optional)
• Stainless steel sample temperature probe Pt100 (optional)
• Bar code scanner or keyboard (optional)