Vacuum Stability Test
Determining the thermal stability of nitro-cellulose and other nitro-compounds.
MIL-STD-286C
STANAG 4556
Apparatus for determining the thermal stability of nitro-cellulose and other nitro-compounds, single and double base propellants according to the MIL-STD -286C method 403.1.3 and STANAG 4556, Procedure 1, Vacuum Stability Test (by manometer method).
FEATURES
- Heavy aluminium heating block, electrical heated; 15 holes 15.75 mm Ø, depth 125 mm; temperature sensor: PT100 probe; excess temperature safety device 150°C
- Programmable heating controller (PID) in a separate control box, length of the power cable: appr. 2 m; digital display for actual and set temperature; control accuracy: ±0.1°C; max. adjustable temperature: 135°C
- Set of 15 test tubes consisting of the cylindrical test tube with mercury collar, capillary tube with mercury cup; dimensions of test tube: Ø 15 mm x 155 mm
- Rack for filling glass assembly with mercury
- Vacuum pump IP44: 4 stage diaphragm pump, max. vacuum: 0.6 mbar, max. suction capacity: 13 l/min
Technical Specification
Mains:230 V / 50 – 60 Hz
Power:1800 VA
