About Thermal Conductivity Test Apparatus
EIE Thermal Conductivity Apparatus is designed to determine Thermal Conductivities of insulating materials in the form of slabs. The Apparatus consists of main central heater sandwiched between the test specimens. Cooling plates are provided on the either side of the specimen. Single identical specimen are Clamped between heaters and cooling plate. Ring guard heater ensures Undirectional heat flow through specimen.
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Reliable Cement Testing with PrecisionThis apparatus is crafted for laboratories and industries dedicated to evaluating the thermal properties of insulation materials, particularly those used in cement and construction. Featuring advanced digital controls, users can easily adjust temperature and test speed for optimal results. The unit meets IS 3346 and ASTM C177 standards, ensuring compliance across global and domestic projects.
User-Friendly and Safe DesignOperator safety is prioritized with built-in overheat protection, thermal circuit breakers, and proper earthing. The user interface, managed via a digital LCD and microprocessor-based system, offers real-time monitoring and swift setup. The table-top, compact configuration is suitable for limited laboratory space, and the powder-coated CRC panel ensures resilience against corrosion.
FAQs of Thermal Conductivity Test Apparatus:
Q: How does the Thermal Conductivity Test Apparatus determine the conductivity of insulation materials?
A: The apparatus uses the Guarded Hot Plate method, where a calibrated electric heating plate heats one side of the insulating specimen while thermocouples measure the temperature gradient across it. The heat flow is regulated and measured accurately, enabling calculation of the samples thermal conductivity.
Q: What types of samples can be tested with this device?
A: It is specifically designed to test insulating slabs, particularly those used in cement construction, with specimen dimensions ranging from 300 mm x 300 mm and thicknesses between 25 mm to 100 mm. Only one sample is tested at a time for maximum accuracy.
Q: When should calibration of the apparatus be performed?
A: The apparatus comes factory-calibrated, but users can adjust calibration as needed, especially after prolonged use or when switching to significantly different specimen materials, to ensure ongoing accuracy.
Q: Where is this instrument typically used?
A: This product is ideal for laboratory environments in cement and construction material testing facilities, quality control departments, research institutions, and manufacturing units engaged in insulation evaluation and product development.
Q: What is the process of conducting a thermal conductivity test with this equipment?
A: First, place a properly sized specimen in the test chamber. Set required parameters via the digital controller, and start the test. The apparatus automatically regulates heat flow and monitors the temperature difference, displaying thermal conductivity on the digital LCD once the test completes.
Q: How does the apparatus ensure accurate and safe operation?
A: Accuracy is maintained through a microprocessor-based digital control, K-type thermocouples, and guarded heat flow measurement. Safety is reinforced by overheat protection, a thermal circuit breaker, and firm earthing, preventing equipment damage and ensuring user safety.
Q: What are the main benefits of using this apparatus for cement testing?
A: Key advantages include high measurement accuracy (1% of reading), fast response times, digital control for ease of use, durable build quality, compliance with international standards, and enhanced operational safety, making it suitable for routine and advanced material testing.