Pensky Martens tester is a standardized measuring instrument
for determining the flash point of volatile liquids with flash
point exceeding 50°.
This equipment enables to measure the flash point (up to 370°C)
of distilled oils (diesel fuel, kerosene), fuel oils, lubricating oils,
etc... The used method is that of closed cup.
This instrument mainly consists of a small boiler housing
the sample and equipped with a sealing cover where a
thermometer and a stirrer are inserted. This cover is also
equipped with a spring device enabling to open three slots and
to approach a small flame to one of these slots, at the same
time. This operation is repeated at regular time intervals as
soon as the temperature of the sample rises for heating until
the vapours coming out of the boiler take fire. The temperature
read at this moment represents the flash point of the sample.
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
• Painted framework
• Adjustable electric heating system
• Calibrated crucible of brass
• Snap-on cover
• Motor-driven stirrer
• Air bath of brass with cap of stainless steel