Multi Station
Vicat Test Apparatus
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4.2 Inserting samples
Fill sample material into the Vicat ring. Use the supplied glass plate (120 x 5 mm) as the base.
Place the sample on a testing station and fasten it with the fixing ring.
Figure 20: fixing a sample in the testing station
4.3 Starting the tests
Start the Vicat tests from the PC software.
After every measurement, the needle will be cleaned in the washing unit.
The position and type of the washing unit varies according to the design of the appliance (section
Figure 21: washing unit for needle
Note
Once testing has started, the apparatus runs automatically and stores the measured
data internally. If the apparatus is connected to PC, the measured data are trans-
mitted to PC simultaneously.
Measured data will be saved just for one sample, in measurement process and as
long as power supply is given.
Fixing ring
Vicat ring with glass
plate
Testing station
Washer
