SHEAR STABILITY TEST USING EUROPEAN DIESEL INJECTOR APPARATUS FOR POLYMER CONTAINING OILS :: ASTM D – 7109 / ASTM D 6278 / DIN 51382
Model Code : SEWSS01 as per ASTM D 6278 / SEWSS02 as per ASTM D 7109
The polymer containing fluid is passed through a diesel injector nozzle at a shear rate that causes the less shear stable polymer molecules to degrade. The resultant degradation reduces the kinematics viscosity of the fluid under test. The permanent reduction in kinematics viscosity i.e. viscosity loss is a measure of the shear stability of the polymer containing fluid
| APPARATUS CONSIST OF | ||
| Fluid glass container /reservoir | : | Capacity of about 250 cm³ and is calibrated in 25 cm³ intervals. |
| Double-Plunger Injection Pump | : | 2-plunger pump is MICO-BOSCH make equivalent to PE2A 90C 300/3S 2266. |
| Electric Motor | : | 1.5kW output rated at 925 ± 25 rpm. |
| Atomization chamber | : | Spray chamber with tubing, pressure device, nozzle DN8S2-type with holder. |
| Fluid Vessel / trap funnel | : | Borosilicate with exterior cooling jacket, distributor plate. |
| Control Panel | : | Digital temperature Indicator, Presettable Stroke Counter six digit display. |
| Cabinet | : | Sound absorbent powder coated cabinet. |
| Recommended Spares | : | Jet tester device consist of reciprocating pump, special jigs and fixtures. Atomization nozzle, holder with filter stick. Reference oil (RL 34) for calibration 5 Lit / 10 Lit / 20 Lit packing. |
COPPER STRIP CORROSION TEST APPARATUS FOR AVIATION FUELS, GASOLINE,DIESEL (INCLUDING BIO-DIESEL), ETC. :: ASTM D 130 / IP 154 / IS 1448
Model Code : SEWCC01 (4 test vessels) / SEWCC02 (6 test vessels) / SEWCC03 (8 test vessels) / SEWCC11 (Aluminium Block 4 place) / SEWCC12 (Aluminium Block 6 place) / SEWCC13 (Aluminium Block 8 place)
The Copper Corrosion Test Apparatus is used for the detection of corrosiveness to copper of aviation gasoline, aviation turbine fuel, automotive gasoline, diesel (including bio-diesel), cleaners, solvents, kerosene, etc. The equipment conforms the requirement of test methods ASTM D 130 and IP154. The equipment is a constant temperature bath in combination with low pressure test bombs / vessels or open test tubes.
| APPARATUS CONSIST OF | ||
| Constant temperature bath | : | Liquid heating bath, mfg SS / MS OR Aluminium solid block. |
| Corrosion test bombs | : | The test bombs / vessels mfg of SS 304 with screw cap, gasket, pressure upto 7 bar. |
| Corrosion test tubes | : | Borosilicate glass test tubes, 25mm diameter 150 mm length. |
| Set of glassware | : | Viewing tubes, test tubes, flat viewing glasses, etc. |
| Control panel | : | Variable heating control, digital temperature indicator cum controller, digital display. |
| Recommended spares | : | Copper strips, 99.9 pure copper, 12.5mm W, 75mm L and 3mm Thickness. The copper strip colour standards as ASTM D 130 test requirement. Circulation air oven / drying oven. Metal strip vice. Silicon carbide grit papers 100, 150, 240, 360, 500, 600 grit. ASTM 12 C Thermometer. |
OXIDATION CHARACTERISTICS APPARATUS FOR LUBRICATING OILS, ETC. :: IP 48/ IP 280/ IP 306 / IP 335 / ASTM D 2440/ IS 335 / IS 1448 P:65 / IEC 61125
Model Code : SEWOC11 (Liquid bath 8 place) / SEWOC12 (Liquid bath 12 place) / SEWOC21 (Aluminium Block 8 place) / SEWOC22 (Aluminium Block 12 place)
These standards describe a method for the determination of tendency of lubricating oils to deteriorate on oxidation under specified conditions. The sample is subjected to severe oxidations by heating at 2000C along with passing air through it at specific flow rate and duration. Kinematic Viscosity & Ramsbottom carbon residue is determined of the oxidized oil. IP / IEC test standard processes prescribes the use of metal catalyst wire / metal specimen to carry test processes.
| APPARATUS CONSIST OF | ||
| Heating bath | : | The constant temperature heating bath is made of Aluminium Block heater / Oil bath |
| Oxidation tubes | : | Manufactured from borosilicate glass and dimensions as per test standard. |
| Absorption tubes | : | Specifications as per test standard, help in reduction of objectionable atmospheric odour. |
| Air flow meters | : | Rotameters having flow rate as per specifications to measure and control air/ oxygen flow. |
| Control Panel | : | PID type, digital temperature indicator cum controller, set point, continuous display. |
| Power supply | : | Electrical supply switches: 2 Nos. 220/240 V,15 amp, 1 phase. |
| Recommended Spares | : | Copper wire, metal catalyst as per test standard requirement. Soap bubble flow-meter tube. Silicon rubber tubes for all connections of the glassware set. IP 22C Thermometer. Air flow regulator with pressure gauge, safety valve with air filter, moisture trap. |
RUST PREVENTIVE CHARACTERISTICS APPARATUS FOR INHIBITED MINERAL OILS :: ASTM D 665/ IP 135
Model Code : SEWRP01. (Liquid bath 4 place assembly) / SEWRP02. (Liquid bath 6 place assembly) / SEWRP03. (Liquid bath 8 place assembly)
The test apparatus is used for the evaluation of the ability of inhibited mineral oils, particularly steamturbine oils, to aid in preventing the rusting of ferrous parts should water become mixed with the oil. This apparatus is also used for testing other oils and allied products. Basically mixture of 300 ml of the oil under test is stirred with 30 ml of distilled water or synthetic sea water, as required, at specified temperature with a
cylindrical steel test rod completely immersed therein for specified time and result is plotted accordingly.
| APPARATUS CONSIST OF | ||
| Heating bath | : | The constant temperature liquid bath SS / MS mfg. accommodate 4 / 6 / 8 nos. beakers. |
| Driving assembly | : | Driving belt, electric motor, speed upto 1800 RPM, safety cover. |
| Stirring assembly | : | T’ shaped stirrers, SS mfg., assembly in inverted ‘T’ format as per test standard. |
| Test beakers & covers | : | Glass beaker, Borosilicate mfg, covers dimensions as per the standard. |
| Control Panel | : | PID type, digital temperature indicator cum controller, set point, continuous display. |
| Recommended Spares | : | The ASTM test specimen with specimen holder as per standard. ASTM 18C / 21C Thermometers. Silicon carbide abrasive cloths/emery paper: 150 grit / 240 grit / 280 grit. |
OIL SEPARATION FROM GREASES DURING STORAGE :: ASTM D 1742 / ASTM D 6184 / IP 121
Model Code : SEWSG01 (single place assembly) / SEWSG02 (four place assembly)
apparatus is used for method which covers the determination of the tendency of lubricating grease to separate oil during storage in both normally filled and partially filled containers. Lubricating grease is semi-fluid to solid product of a thickener in a liquid lubricant. The dispersion of the thickener forms a two-phase system and immobilizes the liquid lubricant by surface tension and other physical forces.
| APPARATUS CONSIST OF | ||
| Test cups with cover | : | SS mfg., tight fitting with cover having hole, specifications as per standard. |
| Sieving system | : | Sieve strainer for supporting the grease, a funnel for collecting separated oil, beaker. |
| Air supply assembly | : | Flow regulator, pressure gauge, air filter, moisture trap, tubing. |
| Base plate and stand | : | Base plate with grooves, stand, etc. |
| Recommended spares | : | Heating assembly (optional), ASTM 12 C Thermometer, Sieve strainer, etc. |
CORROSION TEST FACILITY APPARATUS :: NACE TM0172 TEST METHOD
Model Code : SEWCF01. (Liquid bath 4 place assembly) / SEWCF02. (Liquid bath 6 place assembly) / SEWCF03. (Liquid bath 8 place assembly)
This test apparatus is used for the evaluation of ability of various oils, specially corrosive properties of cargoes in petroleum product pipelines, to aid in preventing the rusting if ferrous parts. The test fuel of specified quantity is placed in specially designed Berzelius beaker with a cylindrical specimen as per suggested test parameters for specified time. The sample is stirred and distilled water is added in the system at specific time intervals as per the test standard requirement. Iron specimen is cleaned and corrosion area is tested for getting results. It is a table top model.
| APPARATUS CONSIST OF | ||
| Heating bath | : | The constant temperature liquid bath SS/MS mfg. accommodate 4/6/8 nos. Beakers. |
| Driving assembly | : | Driving belt, electric motor, speed upto 1800 RPM, digital indicator, safety cover. |
| Stirring assembly | : | ‘T’ shaped stirrers, SS mfg., assembly in inverted ‘T’ format as per test method. |
| Test beakers & covers | : | Berzelius beaker, Borosilicate mfg, covers dimensions as per the standard. |
| Control panel | : | PID type, digital temperature indicator cum controller, set point, continuous display. |
| Recommended spares | : | NACE TM 0712 test Kit. The ASTM test specimen with specimen holder. (as per ASTM D 665 & TM 0172 test.) ASTM 18C / 21 C thermometers. Silicon carbide abrasive cloths / emery paper: 150 grit / 240 grit / 280 grit. |
PRIMARY BIO-DEGRADABILITY TEST APPARATUS FOR LUBRICANTS AND ALLIED PRODUCTS :: CEC L 33-A-934 (FORMARLY CEC L 33 T 82)
Model Code : SEWBD01. (25 place assembly)
This test method gives primary biodegradation of the lubricant, test substance. The biodegradation is induced by the external inoculums. The reference sample and test samples are incubated at specific temperature until sufficient colonies were visible to enable counting. The residual content of test substance is determined using infrared spectrophotometry. The test is carried out using Sarbi make ‘biodegratation apparatus.’ The apparatus mainly consist of Incubators with glassware and accessories.
| APPARATUS CONSIST OF | ||
| Incubator | : | Vibratory Incubator, 25 numbers test flask, vibrating & heating arrangement, SS/MS mfg. |
| Incubation Flask | : | Test conical flask, Borosilicate mfg., specially designed for test. |
| Control panel | : | Digital temperature Indicator cum controller, |
| Recommended Spares | : | ASTM 12 C Thermometer, Glassware set, etc. |
HYDROLYTIC STABILITY TEST APPARATUS FOR HYDRAULIC FLUIDS :: ASTM D 2619 / DIN 51348
Model Code: SEWHS01 (6 test bottles)
This test method is used for the determination of the hydrolytic stability of petroleum or synthetic-base hydraulic fluids. The sample of 75 g of fluid plus 25 g of water and a copper test specimen are placed in a pressure-type beverage bottle. The bottle is rotated, end for end, for 48 hours in an oven at 93°C (200°F). Layers are separated and insoluble are weighed. Weight change of copper is measured. Viscosity and acid number changes of fluid and acidity of water layer are determined. The equipment is rugged construction and the accuracy, precision, safety repeatability and reliability is ensured with appropriate design & instrumentation.
| APPARATUS CONSIST OF | ||
| Air oven | : | Temperature controlled, accommodates beverage bottles with rotating shelf. |
| Beverage Bottles | : | Plane pressure type glass bottles, capacity of 200 ml. |
| Capping press for bottles | : | Capping press for beverage bottles as per standard procedure requirement. |
| Caps and inert seals | : | Seals for perfect sealing as per ASTM D 2619 standard specifications. |
| Filtration Assembly | : | SS screen, glass, membrane type 47 mm dia. with other glassware. |
| Filter membrane | : | The standard cellulose filter, 47 mm diameter with 5 micron pore size. |
| Control Panel | : | PID type, digital temperature indicator cum controller, set point, time totalizer. |
| Power supply | : | Electrical supply switches: 2 Nos. 220/240 V, 15 amp, 1 phase. |
| Recommended Spares | : | Forceps, ASTM 12 C thermometer, QQ-C-56A, 16-22B quality copper strips, filtration Membrane, etc. |
OXIDATION STABILITY TEST APPARATUS OF DISTILLATE FUEL OIL :: ASTM D 2274 / IP 388
Model Code : SEWOS31 (Liquid bath 4 place) / SEWOS41 (Aluminium Block 4 place) / SEWOS32 (Liquid bath 6 place) / SEWOS42 (Aluminium Block 6 place) / SEWOS33 (Liquid bath 8 place) / SEWOS43 (Aluminium Block 8 place)
These standards describe a test on properties preventing oxidation and corrosion of metals. The apparatus is eight place assembly for testing the oxidation characteristics of filtered middle distillate fuels. The test apparatus is also used for steam turbine oils, extreme pressure lubricating oils, inhibited steam-turbine oils, hydraulic oils, etc at elevated temperatures. Basically a 350 ml by volume of filtered middle distillate fuel is aged at 95°C (203°F) for 16 hours. The oxygen is bubbled through the sample at a rate of 3 Lit / hour. The sample is then cooled to room temperature and filtered to obtain the filterable insolubles. The sum of the filterable and adherent insolubles found after test is reported as total insolubles accordingly.
| APPARATUS CONSIST OF | ||
| Heating bath | : | The constant temperature heating bath manufactured of Aluminium block heater / Oil bath. |
| Oxidation cells | : | Borosilicate glass material consisting test tube, condenser, and oxygen delivery tube. |
| Supply tubing | : | Specifications as per standard, inert corrosive PVC material. |
| Air flow meters | : | Rotameters with flow control valves, gauges, etc. |
| Control panel | : | PID type, digital temperature indicator cum controller, set point, continuous display. |
| Power supply | : | Electrical supply switches: 2 Nos. 220/240 V,15 amp, 1 phase. |
| Recommended spare | : | Apparatus tubings for all connections of the glassware set. Thermometer IP 22C Thermometer. Catalyst wires: Pure copper wire, Steel wire, etc. |
