No. 521 Semi Auto Melt Indexer, 4A (Semi-automated Melt Flow Indexer)

The Semi Auto Melt Indexer is designed for measuring of Melt Flow Rate (MFR) and Melt Volume Rate (MVR) conforms to ISO 1133 and ASTM D1238 with semi-automated functions such as assisted weight lifting, residue purging and assisted cleaning to ease the user’s burden during operation.

Brand	Toyo Seiki
Sub Categories	Reliability & Durability Test and Measurements
Application	Material Testing System

Category: Test and Measurements

Description

Specifications

Model	4A
Test temperature	max. 350℃（400℃ Optional）
Test loads	Standard：0.325, 2.16, 5.0kg Optional：1.0, 1.05, 1.2, 3.8, 10.0, 12.5, 21.6kg
Test methods	Method B (MVR/MFR): Automatic Method A (MFR: Manual operation (Automatic optional)
Sample feeding	Manual operation
Weight lifting	Automatic
Residue emptying	Automatic
Cylinder cleaning	Automatic（Except setting & disposal of cleaning gauze)
Piston cleaning	Manual operation
Orifice (Die) cleaning	Manual operation
Options	Automatic cutting device Die plug Strand collection device Method A automation Data processing software High temperature option
Power supply	Single-phase, AC100V, 50/60Hz, 15A
Compressed air requirement	0.6MPa
Dimensions	W740 × D605 × H1100 to 1180mm（Level adjustment）
Mass (Approx.)	150kg* *Except test load & option

Related standards

ISO 1133	Plastics-Determination of the melt mass-flow rate (MFR) and melt volume-flow rate (MVR) of thermoplastics
ASTM D1238	Standard Test Method for Melt Flow Rates of Thermoplastics by Extrusion Plastometer