Falex Thermal Fouling Tester

Key Features

• Controlled Thermal Stress: Precisely controls tube temperature and heated reservoir temperature to simulate demanding operating environments.
• Variable Flow Rate: Adjustable fluid flow rate allows for customization of test parameters.
• High-Pressure Capability: Operates at pressures up to 200 psi, replicating high-pressure system conditions.
• Long Test Duration: Enables extended testing from 2.5 to 500 hours to assess long-term fouling behavior.
• Real-Time Data Acquisition: Displays real-time trend data on a 12″” LCD screen, allowing for immediate observation of fouling progression.
• Comprehensive Data Management: Downloads results, including hot spot profiles and complete test data, in .csv format for detailed analysis.
• Flexible Interface: Features USB and Ethernet ports for data input/output, and supports USB and Ethernet printers.
• User-Friendly Interface: 12″” LCD touchscreen operable with gloves, and supports keyboard and mouse input.
• Easy Calibration: 2-point temperature and pressure calibration for accurate and reliable results.

Technical Specifications

• Operation:
  Sample Volume: 100 mL to 1 L
  Tube Temperature Range: 300°C to 450°C
  Heated Reservoir Range: 100°C to 210°C
  Temperature Units: °C, °F
  Fluid Flow Rate: 0.55 to 10 mL/min
  Test Duration: 2.5 to 500 hours
  Pressure: 0 to 200 psi
  Pressure Units: kPa, PSI

• Data Management:
  Display: Real-time on-screen trend data
  Results Download: Hot spot profile, test data
  File Type: .csv

• Interface:
  User Interface: 12” LCD (glove-friendly), USB, keyboard, mouse
  Data Input/Output: USB (5), Ethernet (2)
  Printer Options: USB, Ethernet

• Calibration:
  Temperature: 2-point calibration
  Pressure: 2-point calibration

• Power Requirements:
  Voltage: 115V 60Hz or 230V 50/60Hz (x2)
  Plug Type: NEMA 5-20 or NEMA 6-15 (x1)

• Utility Requirements:
  Pressure: Nitrogen or Air

• Physical:
  Dimensions: 30” x 30” x 22”
  Weight: 175 lbs

Applications

• Lubricant Testing: Evaluating the thermal stability and oxidation resistance of lubricants.
• Fuel Testing: Assessing the fouling potential of fuels and their impact on engine performance.
• Heat Transfer Fluid Evaluation: Analyzing the thermal degradation and deposit formation of heat transfer fluids.
• Research and Development: Investigating the high-temperature behavior of various fluids.

The Falex FT2 Thermal Fouling Tester is a valuable tool for industries concerned with the thermal stability and fouling characteristics of fluids. Its precise control, comprehensive data management, and user-friendly interface make it a powerful instrument for quality control, research, and development applications.
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