| Test Method Penetration tests are performed on petroleum products to determine consistency and shear stability (lubricating greases) for design, quality control and identification purposes. A standard cone or needle is released from a penetrometer and allowed to drop freely into the sample for 5 seconds (or a different specified interval) at constant temperature. The depth of penetration of the cone or needle into the sample is measured in tenths of a millimeter by the penetrometer. Features and Benefits • Tests the consistency of lubricating greases, petroleum waxes, bitumens, pastes, creams and other solid to semi-solid products • Automatically timed operator programmable penetration measurements • Motorized placement of penetrator on sample surface • Large LCD to display all functions • RS232 port for data transfer • Full measurement range of 0-620 in 1/10mm scale or 1/100mm scale • Rechargeable battery or AC operation • Large, removable base accommodates grease worker cups and other ASTM and non-standard sample containers • Complete selection of penetrometer cones, needles and accessories for petroleum products testing and for a wide range of other applications • Conforms to all ASTM, IP, ISO 9001 and related specifications for penetrometers |
