KU-3 Viscometer

SKU : #PD1975-KU-3

Digital Precision for Paints, Coatings, and Inks

KU-3 Viscometer from AMETEK Brookfield is the industry standard for measuring the viscosity of paints, coatings, and inks. Featuring a fully digital display and a magnetic spindle coupling, the KU-3 offers unmatched accuracy and ease of use. This versatile instrument displays viscosity in Krebs units, grams, and centipoise, making it ideal for ensuring product consistency in accordance with ASTM D562.

• Continuous Sensing and Display:
  Provides real-time measurements in Krebs units, grams, and centipoise, allowing for immediate analysis of sample consistency.
  
   

• Magnetic Spindle Coupling:
  Enables quick and secure attachment and removal of spindles, streamlining the testing process.
  
   

• Rapid Sample Measurement:
  Quickly determine the required consistency of your samples, improving efficiency in the testing process.
  
   

• LED Digital Display:
  Offers high-resolution readings with increments of 0.1 KU, 1 gram, and centipoise (cP), ensuring precise and accurate data.
  
   

• Expanded Measurement Range:
  Covers a wide range of measurements from 40 to 141 KU, 32 to 1099 grams, and 27 to 5274 cP, making it versatile for various applications.
  
   

• High Accuracy:
  Delivers accuracy to ±1% of the full-scale range, ensuring reliable and consistent results.
  
   

• Exceptional Reproducibility:
  Achieve reproducibility to ±0.5% of the full-scale range, providing confidence in repeated measurements.
  
   

• User-Friendly Operation:
  Eliminates the need for weights, simplifying an established test procedure and making it easy to use for all skill levels.
  
   

• Industry Specification Compliance:
  Fully compatible with ASTM D562, ensuring adherence to industry standards.
  
   

• Versatile Base Design:
  Accommodates standard pint, ½ pint, and quart cans, providing flexibility in sample container sizes.
  
   

• Optional Paste Spindle:
  Suitable for testing high consistency materials, such as roller mill pastes, expanding the instrument's versatility.
  
   

• NIST Traceable Viscosity Standards Available:
  Ensure your measurements are accurate and compliant with industry standards.

• Measurement Range:

  • 40 - 141 KU

  • 32 - 1,099 g

  • 27 - 5,274 cP*
    
     

• Accuracy: ±1% of full-scale range
  
   

• Repeatability: ±0.5% of full-scale range
  
   

• Paddle Speed: 200 rpm ± 0.1 rpm
  
   

• Net Weight: 18 lb. (8.2 kg)
  
   

• Gross Weight: 22.5 lb. (10.2 kg)
  
   

• Dimensions: 21 x 12 x 17 in (Carton)
  
   

• Operating Environment:

  • Temperature: 0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F)

  • Humidity: 0% - 80% R.H., non-condensing atmosphere
    
     

• Ingress Protection Rating: IP20

* Centipoise scale is for reference only.  Do not use for calibration.