Materials Science and Technology Laboratory- MED
Three Disc Polisher
Specifications
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3 Disc Polishing Machine
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Model |
BP-3T(V)
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Make |
Banbros Engineering, Uttar Pradesh, India |
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Cost
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Rs.131025/- |
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Diameter of Polishing Disc |
200mm |
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Disc Rotation |
Variable
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Rotating Disc Speed |
50‐1250 RPM
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Motor Specifications |
0.25 HP, 24 VDC |
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Power Source
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220 Volts, 50 Hz |
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Dimensions
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900 x 500 x 320mm |
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Weight
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45Kg |
Purpose
To polish a work-piece, using wheel covered with an abrasive disc. The loose abrasive on the disc essentially removes superficial material and imperfections, thereby creating a smoother surface.
Optical Microscope
Specifications
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Purpose An optical microscope, also sometimes known as a
light microscope, uses one or a series of lenses to magnify images of
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Model |
Olympus BX51 |
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Make |
Olympus Corporation, Tokyo- Japan |
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Cost |
USD11995 |
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Illumination |
Built-in transmitted Koehler illumination 12V, 100W long-life halogen bulb |
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Stroke per rotation |
0.1 mm (fine), 17.8 mm (coarse), Full stroke range: 25 mm |
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Focusing
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Stage height movement by roller guide (rack & pinion) |
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Revolving nosepiece |
Universal 6-position |
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Observation tube
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Widefield tilting Binocular |
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Stage
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Rectangular ceramic-coated, wire-driven stage156 mm (D) x 191 mm (W) |
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Condenser |
Abbe type |
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Objective range |
10X - 100X |
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Numerical aperature |
1.10 |
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Vickers Hardness Tester-Digital type
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Purpose The Vickers hardness test is used to determine hardness in
materials The micro hardness test load used for small parts,
thin sections, or case depth work. |
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Model |
VMT X7S |
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Make |
Matsuzawa Co.,Ltd, Japan |
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Cost |
Rs.1060233/- |
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Load |
1kgf to 50kgf |
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Salient features
· Visibility and operability improve by color LCD touch panel.
· Realize 0.01 μm measurement at general magnification 200X - 1,000X
· Four kinds of new measuring mode deploy.(fracture toughness(KC) measuring mode, Light-load brinell mode, Xbarmode,Cylindrical correction mode).
Universal Testing Machine
Specifications
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Computer Controlled Hydraulic Servo1000kN Universal Testing Machine |
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Model |
WAW-1000D |
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Make |
Jinan Testing Equipments IE Corporation, China |
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Cost |
USD36000 / Rs.2408650/- |
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Max.load |
1000KN |
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Load resolution |
1:20000 of machine capacity, 1:100000 (optional) |
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Load accuracy |
Class 1 (Class 0.5 optional) |
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Load range |
0-100kN, 0-200kN, 0-500kN & 0-1000kN |
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Machine Control & Measurement |
PC Based |
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Control Mode & precision |
Load rate, stress rate, displacement rate, strain rate control, load hold mode (short duration) & 1% |
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Clearance for tension test |
1100mm max. (including ram stroke) |
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Clearance for compression test |
850mm max |
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Max. clearance between columns |
570mm |
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Ram stroke |
250mm |
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Displacement resolution |
0.01mm |
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Piston speed |
0.5-80 mm/min. |
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Clamping method |
Hydraulic Automatic Clamp Fixture |
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Power supply |
3-phase, 380V, 50HZ 2.0kw (can be customized) |
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Standard Accessories |
Tension test –Grips insert for flat specimen 0-40mm thick, Round specimen 10-20, 20-40 & 40-60mm dia. Compression plate dia145mm. Bending attachment for 3-point loading, Clip-on Extensometer – Gauge length 50mm, extension range 5mm. Computer Dell make with printer. Strain measurement with accuracy as per ASTM E83, BS3486, ISO951, EN1002-4 standards |
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Load frame built with 4 plain columns and 2 screw columns to better stiffness |
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Purpose
A Universal testing machine (UTM) is used to test the mechanical properties (tension, compression etc.) of a given test specimen by exerting tensile, compressive or transverse stresses.
Electrochemical Corrosion Analyzer
Specifications
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Electrochemical Corrosion Analyzer
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Model |
CHI608E Potentiostat/Galvanostat |
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Make |
CH Instruments Inc., USA |
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Cost |
USD 11605 |
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Potentiostat
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Zero resistance ammeter 2- or 3- or 4-electrode configuration Floating (isolated from earth) or earth ground Maximum potential: ±10 V Maximum current: ±250 mA continuous, ±350 mA peak Compliance Voltage: ±13 V Potentiostat rise time: < 1 μs, 0.8 μs typical Applied potential ranges (volts): ±0.01, ±0.05, ±0.1, ±0.65, ±3.276, ±6.553, ±10 Applied potential resolution: 0.0015% of potential range Applied potential accuracy: ±1 mV, ±0.01% of scale Applied potential noise: < 10 μVrms Measured current range: ±10 pA to ±0.25 A in 12 ranges Measured current resolution: 0.0015% of current range, minimum 0.3 fA Current measurement accuracy: 0.2% if current range >=1e-6 A/V, 1% otherwise Input bias current: < 20 pA |
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Galvanostat
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Galvanostat applied current range: 3 nA - 250 mA Applied current accuracy: 20 pA ±0.2% if > 3e-7A, ±1% otherwise Applied current resolution: 0.03% of applied current range Measured potential range (volts): ±0.025, ±0.1, ±0.25, ±1, ±2.5, ±10 Measured potential resolution: 0.0015% of measured range |
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Electrometer
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Reference electrode input impedance: 1x1012 ohm Reference electrode input bandwidth: 10 MHz Reference electrode input bias current: <= 10 pA @ 25°C |
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Waveform Generation and Data Acquisition
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Fast waveform update: 10 MHz @ 16-bit Fast data acquisition: dual channel 16-bit ADC, 1,000,000 samples/sec simultaneously External signal recording channel at maximum 1 MHz sampling rate |
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Experimental Parameters
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CV and LSV scan rate: 0.000001 to 10,000 V/s Potential increment during scan: 0.1 mV @ 1,000 V/s CA and CC pulse width: 0.0001 to 1000 sec CA and CC minimum sample interval: 1 μs True integrator for CC DPV and NPV pulse width: 0.001 to 10 sec SWV frequency: 1 Hz to 100 kHz i-t sample interval: minimum 1 μs ACV frequency: 0.1 Hz to 10 kHz SHACV frequency: 0.1 Hz to 5 kHz FTACV frequency: 0.1 Hz to 50 Hz, simultaneously acquire 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th harmonics ACV data IMP frequency: 0.00001 Hz to 1 MHz IMP amplitude: 0.00001 V to 0.7 V rms |
Purpose
To evaluate corrosion characteristics and corrosion behavior by performing an electrochemical test and measuring the characteristic values.
Electrochemical measurement is one effective analytical technique for corrosion investigation.
Electrically Heated Muffle Furnace
Specifications
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Electrically Heated Muffle Furnace
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Model |
L3/12 |
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Make |
Nabartherm, Germany |
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Cost |
Euro 2310 |
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Max.temperature
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1200 oC |
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Time to reach Max.temp
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75min. |
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Capacity |
3 litres |
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Outer Dimensions |
385× 330 ×405 mm |
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Inner Dimensions |
160 ×140 ×100 mm |
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Weight |
20kg |
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Power |
1.2kW, Single Phase |
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· Ceramic heating plates with integral heating element which is safeguarded against fumes and splashing, and easy to replace · Solid state relays provide for low-noise operation · NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive · Process control and documentation via VCD software package for monitoring, documentation and control |
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Purpose
A muffle furnace is a critical component for high-temperature laboratory heating, enabling samples to be heat-treated at temperatures exceeding 1000°C (1832°F) with low risk of cross-contamination.
High speed temperature data acquisition system
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High speed temperature data acquisition system |
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Model |
NI CDAQ 9212 |
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Make |
National Instruments,USA |
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Cost |
Rs.236645/- |
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Number of channels |
8 isolated thermocouple channels |
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ADC resolution |
24 bits |
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Type of ADC |
Delta-Sigma |
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Sampling mode |
Simultaneous |
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Voltage measurement range |
±78.125 mV |
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Temperature measurement ranges |
Works over temperature ranges defined by NIST (J, K, T, E, N, B, R, and S thermocouple types) |
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Measurement sensitivity |
For k-type thermocouple 0.05oC |
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Measurement Accuracy |
Isothermal terminal block up to 0.29 °C |
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Noise rejection |
50 Hz/60 Hz |
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Maximum sample rate |
95S/s/ch |
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Control Mode |
PC Based -Dell Make |
Purpose
Thermocouple data acquisition module is designed to measure a wide range of temperatures using any thermocouple that terminates in a miniature size thermocouple connector.
Eddy Current Flaw Detector
Specifications
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Eddy Current Flaw Detector |
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Model |
NORTEC600 |
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Make |
Olympus Corporation, Tokyo- Japan |
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Cost |
Rs.782932/- |
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Housing |
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Overall dimensions (width × height × depth) |
236 mm × 167 mm × 70 m |
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Weight |
1.7 kg, including lithium-ion battery. |
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Standards or directives |
EN-15548, CE, WEEE, FCC (USA), IC (Canada), RoHS (China), RCM (Australia and New Zealand). |
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Power requirements |
AC Mains: 100 VAC to 120 VAC, 200 VAC to 240 VAC, 50 Hz to 60 Hz. |
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Input and Outputs |
One USB 2.0 peripheral port, one standard VGA analog output port, one 15-pin I/O port (male) with 6 analog outputs, 3 alarm outputs. |
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Environmental conditions |
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Operating temperature |
–10 °C to 50 °C |
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Storage temperature |
0°C to 50°C (with batteries) and -20°C to 70°C (without batteries). |
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IP rating |
Designed to meet requirements of IP66. |
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Battery |
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Battery type |
Single lithium-ion rechargeable battery or optional AA-size alkaline batteries (in 8-cell holder). |
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Battery life |
Up to 10 hours for standard operation; 6 hours to 8 hours when operating rotary scanners. |
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Display |
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Display size (W × H, diagonal) |
117.4 mm × 88.7 mm, 146.3 mm |
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Display type |
Full VGA (640 × 480 pixels) color, transflective LCD (liquid crystal display). |
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Screen modes |
Normal or Full screen, 8 color schemes. |
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Grids and display tools |
Choice of 5 grids; crosshairs (single trace displays only). |
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Connectivity and memory |
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PC software |
NORTEC PC software, included in base NORTEC 600 kit. NORTEC PC allows viewing saved files and printing reports. |
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Data storage |
500 traces of 120 s max featuring user-selectable on-board preview. |
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Interface |
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Languages |
English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Russian, Portuguese, Polish, Dutch, Czech, Hungarian, Swedish, and Norwegian. |
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Applications |
Application Selection menu for easy and rapid configuration. Automatic lift-off key. |
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Real-Time Readings |
Choice of up to 2 real-time readings measuring signal characteristics (selection of 5 amplitude measurements and 1 angle measurement). |
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Eddy Current Specifications (all NORTEC models) |
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Probe types |
Absolute and differential in either bridge or reflection configuration. The instrument is fully compatible with NORTEC PowerLink probes, as well as other main probe and accessory suppliers. |
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Probe connectors |
16-pin LEMO and BNC featuring internal automatic balancing for BNC connector (absolute probes). |
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Frequency range |
10 Hz to 12 MHz |
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Gain |
0 dB to 100 dB in 0.1 or 1 dB increments. |
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Rotation |
0° to 359.9° in 0.1° or 1° increments. |
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Sweep |
Variable from 0.005 s to 10 s per
division |
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Filters |
Low-pass: 10 Hz to 2000 Hz and wide band. High-pass: off or 5 Hz to 1000 Hz, user-selectable in constant “figure 6” or “figure 8” filter type. Continuous null (low-frequency HP filter): 0.2 Hz, 0.5 Hz, 1.0 Hz. |
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Probe drive |
LOW, MEDIUM, and HIGH (2 V, 5 V, 8 V). |
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Display erase, persistence |
Display erase (0.1 s to 60 s), persistence (0.1 s to 10 s) |
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Available alarm types |
3 simultaneous alarms. Choices include BOX (rectangle), POLAR (circle), SECTOR (pie), SWEEP (time-based), CONDUCTIVITY, and COATING THICKNESS. |
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Conductivity (NORTEC 600C, NORTEC 600S, and NORTEC 600D) |
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Frequency |
60 kHz or 480 kHz |
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Digital conductivity specification |
Digital conductivity display from 0.9% to 110% IACS or 0.5 to 64 MS/m. Accuracy within ±0.5% IACS from 0.9% to 65% IACS and within ±1.0% of values over 62%. Meets or exceeds BAC 5651 specifications. |
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Non-conductive coating thickness |
Can measure non-conductive coating thickness from 0 mm to 0.648 mm. Accuracy of 0.025 mm (±0.001 in.) over a 0 mm to 0.64 mm range. |
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Scanners (NORTEC 600S and NORTEC 600D) |
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Scanner compatibility |
Operates Olympus scanners (MiniMite, SpitFire, RA-2000, and PS-5) and other major supplier scanners, from 120 RPM to 3000 RPM. |
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Dual Frequency (NORTEC 600D) |
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Frequency adjustment (dual frequency mode) |
Two fully independent frequencies, operating in simultaneous injection. |
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MIX options |
F1 - F2, F1 + F2, and automatic true mixing. |
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Purpose
Eddy Current Flaw Detectors by Olympus are suitable for inspecting metallic parts accurately. They are capable of detecting surface and near-surface defects with a high level of precision.This is popularly used for applications like detecting surface and near-surface defects, alloy sorting and the inspection of bolt holes.
Planetary Ball Mill
Specifications
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Planetary Ball Mill |
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Model |
PM 100 |
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Make |
Retsch, Germany |
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Cost |
16073 (Euro) |
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Applications |
pulverizing, mixing, homogenizing, colloidal milling, mechanical alloying |
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Feed material |
soft, hard, brittle, fibrous - dry or wet |
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Size reduction principle |
impact, friction |
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Material feed size* |
< 10 mm |
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Final fineness* |
< 1 µm, for colloidal grinding < 0.1 µm |
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No. of grinding stations |
1 |
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Speed ratio |
1 : -2 |
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Sun wheel speed |
100 - 650 min-1 |
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Effective sun wheel diameter |
141 mm |
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G-force |
33.3 g |
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Type of grinding jars |
"comfort", optional areation covers, safety closure devices |
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Material of grinding tools |
zirconium oxide |
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Grinding jar sizes |
500 ml |
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Setting of grinding time |
digital, 00:00:01 to 99:59:59 |
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Interval operation |
yes, with direction reversal |
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Interval time |
00:00:01 to 99:59:59 |
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Pause time |
00:00:01 to 99:59:59 |
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Drive power |
750 W |
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Electrical supply data |
different voltages |
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Power connection |
1-phase |
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Power consumption |
~ 1250W (VA) |
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W x H x D closed |
640 x 480 (780) x 420 mm |
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Net weight |
~ 86 kg |
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Standards |
CE |
Purpose
Ball milling is widely used to grind powders into fine particles and blend materials.
Compression Molding Machine
Specifications
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Make |
Svaksha |
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Max.pressure |
100 ton |
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Max. Temp |
850oC |
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Stroke length |
300mm |
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Insulation |
Ceramic blanket |
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Heating element |
Resistance heating element |
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Control unit |
PLC with solid state relay, Wireless (20m) radius with software support |
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Powder metallurgyDies |
150×50×50mm-1No. 150×25×25mm-1No. With dummy block and resistance heating unit |
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Polymer Dies |
300×210×13mm-1No. 300×150×13mm-1No. With dummy block and separate resistance heating unit |
Powder Metallurgy- Die
Hot air circulation oven
Make: Labline instruments
Specifications
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Size |
Height 500mm x Width 500mm x Depth 500mm |
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Max. Temp |
600 degree celcius |
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insulation |
Ceramic blanket |
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Heating element |
Radiant heater |
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Control panel |
PID controller, Thyristor power controller, MCB |
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No . Of perforated trays |
2 |
Purpose
For curing of Thermoset polymer composite
High Temperature furnace
Specifications
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Size |
Height 12” x Width 12” x Depth 12’’ |
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Power rating |
12KW |
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Max. Temp |
1800 deg C |
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Insulation |
Ceramic fiber |
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Heating element |
Molebdenum Di-Silicate |
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Control panel |
PID controller, Thyristor power controller, indication lamp, Transformer |
Purpose
High-temperature heat treatments to remove binder, metal and ceramic sintering, parts curing and melting through: Annealing, Sintering.
Analytical Weight Balance
Specifications
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Brand Name |
Shimadzu |
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Model Number |
AUX220 |
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Part Number |
AUX220 |
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Max. Capacity |
220 gms |
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Min. Capacity |
0.1 gms |
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Pan Size |
Ř 80 |
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Minimum display |
0.1mg |
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Repeatability |
≤0.1mg |
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Response time |
3sec |
Rolling Machine
Specifications
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Roller Material & Size |
High Carbon Steel (HRC~40) ~3Φ x 150mm L |
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Motor Power |
1 HP |
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No. of Rollers |
2 |
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Max. frequency |
599 Hz |
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Materials possible to be rolled |
Elastomers, elastomeric composites (elastomer + filler) |
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Rolled sheet dimensions |
Sheets of size up to 4”x4” with a minimum thickness of ~120 µm having 40 µm thickness uniformity |
Purpose
To produce sheets of thermoplastic and rubbers with different thickness.
Multiple Casting Set up
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Equipment |
Cost in Rs. |
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Stir casting furnace and attachment |
455825/- |
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Nano particle preheater furnace and Split die |
49876/- |
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Supersonic Agitator (Electromechanical) |
98963/- |
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Total cost in Rupees |
604664/- |
Purpose
This machine has a melting furnace, heated metal transfer pipe connecting furnace to mould, a stirring facility to mix reinforcing nano-powder to make composite and a hydraulic power pack for imparting squeezing pressure on molten metal. The machine is capable of performing Gravity Casting (G.C), Vacuum Casting (V.C), Squeeze Casting (Sq. C) and Stir Casting (S.C). The newly developed multiple facilities casting machine was able to produce porous free aluminium alloy castings with excellent properties.