USING MANUAL

RM 200 PLUS

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 CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................. 4
1.1 COMPONENTS............................................................................................................................................ 6
1.2 GENERAL VIEW OF YOUR DEVICE .......................................................................................................... 7
1.3 CONNEXIONS ............................................................................................................................................. 9
1.4 SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................................................................... 9
1.5 INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................................................... 10
2 GETTING STARTED ......................................................................................................................................... 11
2.1 STATE ICONS ........................................................................................................................................... 11
2.2 PRIMARY CONCEPTS .............................................................................................................................. 12
2.2.1 MAIN MENU ....................................................................................................................................... 12
2.2.2 MEASURE .......................................................................................................................................... 12
2.2.3 PROGRAMS ....................................................................................................................................... 15
2.2.4 VIEW RESULT ................................................................................................................................... 18
2.2.5 ZERO SETTING ................................................................................................................................. 20
2.2.6 REMOTE CONTROL .......................................................................................................................... 20
2.2.7 PARAMETERS ................................................................................................................................... 21
[Link] LANGUAGES............................................................................................................................. 21
[Link] DATE / HOUR ............................................................................................................................ 22
[Link] SOUNDS / STANDBY / LIGHTING ............................................................................................ 22
[Link] USER NAME .............................................................................................................................. 23
[Link] UNITS ......................................................................................................................................... 25
[Link] MEASURING SYSTEM .............................................................................................................. 25
[Link] LOCKED MODE ......................................................................................................................... 28
[Link] ZERO SPEED ............................................................................................................................ 29
[Link] MISCELLANEOUS .................................................................................................................... 29
[Link] DENSITY .................................................................................................................................... 30
[Link] PRINTING .................................................................................................................................. 30
[Link] SERVICE .................................................................................................................................... 31
3 MEASURING WITH YOUR DEVICE ................................................................................................................. 32
3.1 INSTALLATION OF MEASURING SYSTEM............................................................................................. 32
3.2 MS ASTM ................................................................................................................................................... 32
3.3 MS BV ........................................................................................................................................................ 35
3.4 MS VANE ................................................................................................................................................... 37
3.5 MS KREBS ................................................................................................................................................ 39
3.6 MS DIN ....................................................................................................................................................... 40
3.7 MS SV ........................................................................................................................................................ 48
3.8 MS CP ........................................................................................................................................................ 55
3.9 MS-R .......................................................................................................................................................... 55
4 VERIFICATION OF YOUR DEVICE .................................................................................................................. 62

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1. INTRODUCTION

The RM 200 PLUS is a device able to measure the viscosity, which is the capacity of a product
to resist to the flow.

The fluid is forced to a shear rate (rotational speed) and the shear stress (motor torque) is
measured. The values of shear rate and shear stress then make it possible to calculate the
viscosity using the Newton equation and the constants associated with the mobile used.

Equation of Newton is:

With  for viscosity in Pa.s,  for shear stress in Pa and for shear rate in s-1.

Shear stress and shear rate are calculated by using constants of each measuring system as:

M x KTau with M for motor torque in mNm and KTau in Pa/mNm.

= n x KD with n for rotational speed in rpm and KD in s-1/ rpm.

The viscometer calculates the viscosity by dividing the shear stress by the shear rate for each
measuring point. The KTau and KD constants used depend on the measuring system selected
for the measurement.

Viscosity depends on the temperature, then it must be essential that all viscosity values are
associated to a reading of the sample temperature, in order to compare viscosity for different
samples.

There are some products for which the viscosity, to a constant temperature, stay unchanged,
even if we change the shear rate. Those samples are named Newtonian fluids, i.e. : Oils,
Water, Glycerol, etc…However, many substances have a variation of viscosity in function of
speed of shearing, and the Flow Behaviour of those samples could be determined with
measuring instruments able to set many speeds of rotation.

The viscometer is constituted with a continuous current motor and an optical encoder, in order
to warranty a great accuracy of rotational speed, on all torque range.

The viscometer has an easy touch screen display, on which you could read the speed, shear
rate (according to spindle) measuring spindle reference, the measured torque and the
dynamic viscosity in mPa.s (=cPoises) or Pa.s.

The Viscometer RM 200 PLUS can be used with different measuring system. You will find
below a list of compatible measuring system with this viscometer.

- MS ASTM: Measuring spindles according to ASTM / ISO 2555 (316L stainless

steel).These systems are ideally suited for simple viscosity measurement at controlled
rotational speed in all areas of activity. The standard recommends use of 600ml beaker for
measurement.

- MS BV: Measuring spindle for 150ml beaker (316L stainless steel).These

spindles are ideally suited for simple viscosity measurement at a rotating speed in control in
all areas of activity. They are appreciated for their ease of use and the low volume of product
needed compared to the MS ASTM spindles.

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 - MS VANE: Measuring spindles with blades (316L stainless steel). These
systems are ideal for viscosity measurement (value or curve) in control or development of all
types of products even of very high viscosity with or without particles (size <5mm). They can
be used for direct measurement in user’s containers or in tubes of MS-DIN systems.

- MS KREBS: Krebs type measuring spindles compatible with ASTM D562

standard (316L stainless steel). These systems are ideal for viscosity measurement in Krebs
units in control of all types of products. They can be used for direct measurement in user
containers or in 600 or 150ml beakers.

- MS DIN: Coaxial cylinders measuring systems according to DIN / ISO 3219

(316L stainless steel).These systems make it possible to set the shear rate in order to carry
out viscosity measurements or to obtain curves to study flow behaviour, yield stress or
thixotropy. They are particularly suitable for the control or development of homogeneous
products with liquid aspect and with or without particles (size <200μm).

- MS SV: Measuring systems for low volumes (316L stainless steel). These
systems, unlike the MS-ASTM and MS-DIN systems, make it possible to measure products in
small quantities by applying a shear rate up to temperatures of 200 ° C (according to models,
see table). With RT1, these systems are compatible with ASTM D3236.

- MS CP: Measuring systems cone or plate compatible with DIN 53019 / ISO
3219 / ASTM D4278-D7395 (316L Stainless Steel).These systems make it possible to set the
shear rate in order to carry out viscosity measurements or to obtain curves to study flow
behavior, yield stress or thixotropy. They are particularly suitable for measurements on very
small quantities for control or development of homogeneous products with or without particles
(size <100μm), guaranteeing easy cleaning. Usable only with temperature unit CP-1 PLUS.

- MS-R: Anchor-type measuring systems (316L stainless steel).These systems

are ideally suited for measuring viscosity (value or curve) in the control or development of
heterogeneous products, or having the appearance of soft solid at rest, present in cosmetics,
paint, food or mineral chemistry industries. Used with their respective cups, they allow to apply
a shear rate.

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 1.1. COMPONENTS

Viscometer is delivered inside a foam protection to avoid any problem during transport.
According to your order this foam is inside a carrying case and can contain measuring system.

In detail, you will find different part in your box as shown below.

Measuring head

AC power adaptor for

measuring head

Hardened Aluminium Stand Delrin cylinder Screw and tool Aluminium Arm

Handle Stop ring and knob Stainless steel rod

The stop ring is delivered with RM200 PLUS only then MS ASTM or MS KREBS are ordered.

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 1.2. GENERAL VIEW OF YOUR DEVICE

Once your device will be mounted and installed, it looks like this;

Color touch screen 7’’

Aluminium Arm

On/Off Light switch

Stainless steel Rod

Pt100 probe

Anodized aluminium stand

 TOUCH Screen

The new PLUS series is equipped with a 7" colour touch screen. It gives you greater working
comfort and a clearer view of your data and analysis results.

 On / Off Switch

Always with the aim of improving your experience, LAMY RHEOLOGY has decided to equip
all of its PLUS range with a luminous and design switch. It has been placed in the centre of the
device for greater intuitiveness.

Luminous On/Off switch

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  Aluminium arm

The aluminium arm is equipped with the clamping knob allows you to maintain the height of
the measuring head and a handle for easy handling. The measuring head is fixed to the arm
by one screw.
Screw to keep measuring
head in higher position

Handle for manipulation

Screw to fix the measuring

head

 Stainless steel rod

The support rod is made of stainless steel for a solid hold of the measuring head. It has a very
long life. It is equipped with a ring with a clamping button that is used as a stop for a repeatable
positioning during the measurement. The stop ring is delivered with RM200 PLUS only then
MS ASTM or MS KREBS are ordered.

Stop ring Clamping knob

The rod is equipped with a white Delrin ring acting as a stop, thus avoiding the arm being in a
position that is too low.

 Anodized aluminium support

The stand is entirely made of anodized aluminum. It gives our instruments a very good stability
(the maximum permissible temperature on the white part is 50 ° C).

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 1.3. CONNEXIONS

According to your order, rear panel of device get this available connexions.

Connection for Pt100-2 probe

or 4-20mA output

Connection mini USB for PC control

Connection for USB stick or printer

Network Connection Ethernet for service

Serial Connection for PC control

Connection for power câble

1.4. SPECIFICATIONS

Type of instrument: Rotating springless viscometer with 7’’ Touch screen

Rotation speeds: Unlimited number of speeds between 0.3 and 1500 rpm
Torque range: Standard Version: 0.05 to 30 mNm.
Temperature: The RM 200 PLUS has a PT100 sensor which indicates temperatures between
-50 °C to + 300 °C
Accuracy: +/- 1 % of the full scale
Repeatability: +/- 0,2%
Display: Viscosity – Speed – Torque – Time – Temperature, Choice of viscosity units:
cP/Poises or mPa.s / Pa.s – Shear rate
Language: French/English/Russian/Spanish
Compatible measuring system: MS DIN, MS ASTM, MS BV, MS VANE, MS R, MS ULV, MS
SV, MS CP
Compatible temperature control: EVA DIN, EVA MS-R, EVA LR-BV, RT1, CP1
Supply voltage: 90-240 VAC 50/60 Hz
Analog output: 4 - 20 mA
PC connections: RS232 Port and USB
Printer connexion: USB Host Port – Compatible PCL/5
Options: Rack stand (PN P008000), Software (PN 311002)
Dimensions and weight: Head: L180 x W135 x H250 mm, Hardened steel stand: L280 x
W200 x H30 mm, Stainless steel rod: Length 500 mm, Weight: 6.7 kg

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 1.5. INSTALLATION

Your viscometer should be installed in a clean, vibration-free environment. Even if no level is

necessary, choose a stable and flat table.

This installation notice concern only viscometer without any temperature device. If you have it,
please refer to specific notice of temperature unit for installation.

After unpacking all accessories from the box (or case if it is supplied), you must first screw the
rod to the base with screw and the key provided.

Then make sure to insert the white Delrin cylinder and set it to the lowest position. Then place
the stop ring on the stainless steel rod. Then place arm on rod, respecting the direction as
described below. The arm is equipped with two buttons and a handle. You can change them
for your convenience if you are left-handed.

You can then put the viscometer on the arm, taking care not to touch the motor shaft or
temperature sensor (if your device has one). Align the measuring head correctly and secure it
with the screw provided.

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Your viscometer will be used with different measuring system. To know how to mount and use
it, please refer section 3.

2. GETTING STARTED

Once power cable has been plugged on rear panel of device (see section 1.3), you can click
on button to switch on your device (see section 1.2).

2.1. STATE ICONS

Once your device is switched on, you will see some icons on Touch Screen.

No Device is connected to the instrument.

Only one Device is connected to the instrument.

Two Devices are connected to the instrument.

Give you the temperature of probe in the sample.

Enable to go to parameters of instrument.

Enable to come back to Main Menu.

Enable to come back to previous menu.

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 2.2. PRIMARY CONCEPTS

2.2.1. Main Menu

Main menu enable to you to browse between different tabs of your RM 200 PLUS. Acces is
always available by clicking

To make a measurement.

To view saved data.

To create a program.

To make a zero of motor

Software remote control

2.2.2. Measure

Measure tab is central part of your RM 200 PLUS. Before to use it, you should install your
measuring system and your sample. Please see section 3.

Then you click on “Measure”, you will see a new window.

Manual Mode enables to you to

personalize a program when you want
to start the measurement

Auto Mode enables to you to select a

predefined method saved on your
RM200 TOUCH memory

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Manual Mode enables to choose your measurement parameters like «Measuring System »,
« Speed or shear rate» then « Time of measurement ».

Click Start to start your measurement. When it is finished, you will see the results of your
measurement and can choose to save and / or print your result (if a printer is connected).

Select your measuring

system

Choose speed or shear

rate

Choose time for

measurement (minimum 10
s)

Rq : If « Time » = 0, you could modify « speed » during the

measurement. This could help you to define the best conditions
to work on your sample.

If your measuring system is not in list, you may have to create it. Please refer to section [Link].

Choice between “Speed” or “Shear rate” is according to your measuring system. For MS
ASTM, MS BV, MS KREBS and MS VANE, you should have only possibility to set the speed.
For all other measuring system, you have to use shear rate. If you need to know what is the
corresponding speed then you are using shear rate, you have to use constant KD of your
measuring system (information available in section [Link]).

SPEED = SHEAR RATE / KD

With speed unit in rpm, shear rate in s-1 and KD is rpm/s-1.

Auto mode allows you to select pre-recorded programs. Select the program from the list and
click "Start" to start your measurement. The display automatically adjusts to show the current
measurement. Depending on the type of program selected (see section 2.2.3), the instrument
will ask you to save your measurement at the end (one-point method program) or before
measurement begins (ramp method program).

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Then your settings are ok, you can click “Start” to start your measurement. While your
measurement, you will see a torque gage. Please try to not be closed to the upper and lower
limit. Please increase speed or take a bigger measuring system if you are close to the lower
limit. Please decrease speed or choose smaller measuring system if torque reading is close to
the upper limit.

Picture below show how should be the closer position regarding lower limit.

Torque gage

Then your measurement is finished, you will get this windows below. You will find all data you
need and get possibility to save them into internal memory or to print it (if a printer is

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connected). If you choose “Save”, viscometer will ask you to give a name of your
measurement. You will have after possibility to read it later (see section 2.2.4.).

2.2.3. Programs

With Programs tab, you could define parameters for your standard measuring program and
also delete it. We have two kind of program. “One point method” and “Ramp method”

In One point method, you will have one viscosity value at one speed. With ramp method, you
will have possibility to get flow and viscosity curve over shear rate (with compatible DIN
measuring system) or speed.

When your Program is created, you will find it in AUTO list of Measure tab.

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 [Link]. Create or delete one single point measuring method

Click on “Create One Point Method” to start programming

Select measuring
system

Set speed or shear

rate

Set time. Result will

be shown at the end

Then you click on create, you will get this screen where name of program need to be given.

To delete “One Point Method”, please do like this

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 [Link]. Create or delete ramp measuring method

As you will see, this menu allow you to create a ramp method to get viscosity for different
speed or shear rate (according measuring system). You will be able to set pre-shearing with
time or also regression fitting to get result as yield stress.

Ramp method can be set as only one rising ramp or with hold time for plateau and down ramp.

Select measuring Set number of point

system for first ramp
for first ramp
Set pre-shear rate
Set pre-shearing
time
Set final shear rate
Set first shear rate of of ramp
ramp

Set time to hold final

Set number of point shear rate between
for first ramp up and down ramp

Select to do only
Select if you want to rising ramp
fit curve with
regression model

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If you select “Curve fitting Enable” you will see this windows then you will click on “Create”.

Select where
regression
Will be done
Select fitting model

Select this option if

you want to use all Set maximum shear
point of curve or use rate of curve for
manual selection regression

Set minimum shear

rate of curve for
regression

Then you click on “OK” you will have to enter name of program. To delete of “Ramp method”,
please do as for “One point method”.

2.2.4. View Result

This menu allow you to read or delete data from internal memory. Press on « View results »
tab in Main menu.

To read saved data

To delete saved data

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 [Link]. Read saved data

By click on tab “List of measurement data” you could see all saved measurement made with
your RM 200 PLUS. You could select which one you want to read.

Then you selected a measure, you will see result and get possibility to print it if a printer is
connected.

By clicking on “Global Export”, you will have possibility to transfer all saved measure on USB
stick (if connected).

The format of the data generated and saved by the viscometer is ASCI (* .csv). Once your
data has been copied to the USB drive, you can open the files using the EXCEL spreadsheet.
To do this, simply copy the data from the USB key to your computer. Then open Excel, choose
"File", "Open", taking care to select "All files *. *". Excel will offer you to convert your data by
displaying three successive windows. Be careful not to change the options offered except on
the second where it will be necessary to choose the option "semicolon" for the separation of
the columns. You can then see your measurement results with the possibility to save a new
file in Excel format.

[Link]. Delete saved data

By click on tab you could delete saved measure one by one as you want from your RM 200
PLUS memory.

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Then you click on “Delete”, saved data will be completely deleted from internal memory without
any new confirmation.

2.2.5. Zero setting

The zero setting allows you to calibrate your RM 200 PLUS to take account of the engine's
empty friction. This operation must be done without measuring system. The rotational speed
for zero adjustment is set at the factory. But if you want to change it, you can change it by
going to the "Parameters" menu (see section [Link]). The shifting allows you to give you much
more accurate measurements at specific speeds. The best speed for zero setting should be
the same as for your measurement.

Then zero is finish you can click on OK and internal motor friction will be automatically saved
inside memory of viscometer. If problem occur during zero setting, please try again. If problem
still present, please contact your local distributor or society LAMY RHEOLOGY.

2.2.6. Remote mode

This mode enables to drive RM 200 PLUS by external VISCO RM software, supplied on option.

You must select the type of connection: USB or RS232 and connect the appropriate cable
(delivered with software) to the computer, open the software, select the right COM port you’re
using on “SYSTEM” “CONFIGURATION” menu of software and press “Start” to establish
connection with external software.

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Rq : With mini USB connection, respect strictly the order to start, and if any communication is
possible re-connect the USB cable on computer and wait it is recognized before start the
communication.

2.2.7. Parameters

This parameters menu allow you to change settings of your device. It is reachable by clicking
on icon “wheel” in upper left corner of touch screen.

This icon is only available then you are in “Main menu”.

[Link]. Languages

Enable you to select language of your RM 200 PLUS. You have choice between French,
English, Russian and Spanish. Then you have selected your desired language, you have to
click on “Ok” and device will reboot automatically to show new language. In this menu you will
be able to see Firmware version of your device.

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 [Link]. Date / Hour

Enable you to adjust hour and date of your RM 200 PLUS.

[Link]. Sounds/Standby/Lighting

Allow you to modify sounds, lighting and activate or not the Standby mode of your RM 200
PLUS.

Choose if you want to get sound during using touch screen.

Choose if you want

to get sound then
measurement is
finished.

Choose if you want

to change brightness
of Touch Screen.

Choose if you want to switch off automatically your

device after no using. After selecting “Standby enable”,
you will have to set time. Your device will be switch off
after this time.

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 [Link]. User Name

Operator mode will allow you to create different operators for your RM 200. The use of the
operators makes it possible to identify the person making the measurement. Operator
management must always begin with the creation of the first account, which will become the
administrator and thus create or delete another operator account.

After specifying the name and password, the administrator will be named in red in the list.

You can now create another operator. The account of an operator may or may not be
associated with a password (here called PIN code).

To delete an account, the administrator account must be used. Select the account you want to
delete from the list and click on "Delete user name".

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To use the operator accounts you must activate the mode. Device will ask you to select user
name you want to use. By returning to the Main Menu, you will see the name of the operator
in use. By clicking on the arrow below the name of the operator, you can switch off the RM 200
or change operator.

If the instrument is switched off while operator mode is activated, device will ask you to select
the operator you want use then device will be switched ON.

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 [Link]. Units

Enable to you to change unit of viscosity values.

[Link]. Measuring System

Allows you to add or remove a Measuring System.

To create a measurement system, the instrument will ask for both constants and the name.
You will find below list of measuring system compatible with your device and corresponding
constant. You are not allow to change constant of existing measuring system. If you want to
use new constant, you have to create a new measuring system with name as "Copy of…” and
enter constant you want to use. Please remember that Constant KD is use to convert speed in
shear rate and KTau to convert torque in shear stress. As shear rate and shear stress are using
to calculate viscosity value, if you use different constant value, you will get different viscosity
result.

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MS BV

SYSTEM Ktau / 1 mNm in Pa Kd / 1 RPM in S-1 Ri / Ra

BV 1 6,1 1,001 1
BV 10 25,5 0,5 0,7
BV 100 76,5 0,15 0,5
BV 1000 510 0,1 0,5

MS ASTM

SYSTEM Ktau / 1 mNm in Pa Kd / 1 RPM in S-1 Ri / Ra

RV 1 13,91 1 1
RV 2 55,65 1 1
RV 3 139,1 1 1
RV 4 278,2 1 1
RV 5 556,5 1 1
RV 6 1391 1 1
RV 7 5565 1 1
LV 1 100 1 1
LV 2 500 1 1
LV 3 1900 1 1
LV 4 8600 1 1
LV 5 17826 1 1

MS VANE

SYSTEM Ktau / 1 mNm in Pa Kd / 1 RPM in S-1 Ri / Ra

VANE 72 157 1 0,5
VANE 72/2 270 1 0,5
VANE 72/4 400 1 0,5
VANE 72 6P 150 1 0,5
VANE 73 785 1 0,5
VANE 74 7850 1 0,5

MS DIN

SYSTEM Ktau / 1 mNm in Pa Kd / 1 RPM in S-1 Ri / Ra

MS-DIN 11 13.2 1.291 0.92
MS-DIN 12 19.4 0.354 0.73
MS-DIN 13 64.4 0.152 0.43
MS-DIN 22 25.8 1.291 0.92
MS-DIN 23 77.9 0.19 0.54
MS-DIN 33 130.1 1.291 0.92
MS-DIN 19 12.56 3.223 0.97

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MS SV

SYSTEM Ktau / 1 mNm in Pa Kd / 1 RPM in S-1 Ri / Ra

MS-C/2-D 142.6 1.07 0.9
MS-C/2-3S 142.6 1.07 0.9
MS-D-D 328.6 0.175 0.5
MS-D-3S 328.6 0.175 0.5
MS-C-C 49.7 0.285 0.68
MS-C-D 62 1.07 0.9
MS-C18-C 35.1 0.997 0.9
MS-C19-C 33.1 2.04 0.95

MS CP

SYSTEM Ktau / 1 mNm in Pa Kd / 1 RPM in S-1 Ri / Ra

CP 2005 477.5 12 1
CP 2015 477.5 3.8 1
CP 2020 477.5 3 1
CP 2045 477.5 13.3 1
CP 2405 276.3 12 1
CP 2420 276.3 3 1
CP 2445 276.3 13.3 1
CP 2520 244.5 3 1
CP 3020 141.5 3 1
CP 3520 89.1 3 1
CP 4005 59.7 12 1
CP 4015 59.7 3.8 1
CP 4020 59.7 3 1
CP 4040 59.7 1.5 1
CP 4221 51.6 3.8 1
CP 4530 41.9 2 1
CP 5005 30.6 12 1
CP 5010 30.6 6 1
CP 5020 30.6 3 1
CP 6005 17.7 12 1
CP 6010 17.7 6 1
CP 6020 17.7 3 1
PP 25 0.5 326 2.618 1
PP 25 (1mm) 326 1.309 1
PP 25 (2mm) 326 0.654 1
PP 40 (0.5mm) 79.5 4.188 1
PP 40 (1mm) 79.5 2.094 1
PP 40 (2mm) 79.5 1.047 1

MS-R

SYSTEM Ktau / 1 mNm in Pa Kd / 1 RPM in S-1 Ri / Ra

MS-R 1 / 75 5159.8 1 1
MS-R 2 12.68 0.35 1
MS-R 3 64.8 0.3 1
MS-R 4 300 0.25 1
MS-R 5 475 0.1 0.5

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 [Link]. Locked Mode

This option allow you to block measuring parameters and settings of your device. It should be
set by an administrator or responsible of the device.

This function is not comparable to the “User name” menu (please see section [Link]). It should
be use if you want to protect few settings on your device. All settings will be not locked by this
function. You will see below which settings are concerned.

This function will block also parameters for measure. In this way, if you want to use all the time
same parameters for measurement, you should enable this locked mode to be sure that
nobody will change settings for measurement.

When you click "Enable", the RM 200 will ask you to save a 4-digit code that will be required
to disable this protected mode. Each activation is independent and can be done with a different
code. The protected mode is indicated by the presence of a padlock-like icon. BUT TO
DISABLE THIS LOCKED MODE, YOU SHOULD USE 4-digit CODE USED TO ENABLE IT.
Once protected mode is activated, you will see this icone on RM 200 Screen (see picture
below). Protected mode protect programs, measuring parameters and some menu as shown
on pictures below.

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To disable protected mode, you have to go again in service and “Locked mode” and click on
disable. You will have to use password.

[Link]. Zero Speed

Enable you to adjust the rpm value for the zero adjustment.

You have to use the same speed as for your viscosity measurement. Then zero setting is
finished, you have to click “Ok” to validate it.

[Link]. Miscellaneous

This menu allow you to choose which temperature sensor will be used by the device (Internal
of external). By default, PT100-1 is selected and corresponding to PT100 of measuring head.
If you want to use external sensor (as for coupling with CP1), you have to select PT100-2.

Allows you to change the maximum torque that will be sent to the analogue recorder that will
be connected (oscilloscope or card). This function does not allow to limit the torque of the RM
200 PLUS during a measurement.

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 [Link]. Density

Enable you to enter density value of your product in order to measure his kinematic viscosity.

If you set a density value, you will get all the time viscosity in cStoke. Please remove density
information if you want to get back Pa.s or Poise for unit of viscosity.

[Link]. Printing

Allows you to connect a printer, print a test page, and choose the print interval time you want
during measurement.
The RM 200 can be connected to all printers with a PCL5 print protocol. This includes many
A4 printers. The connection is made to the "USB host" port on the back of the instrument.
Once the printer is connected, simply click on "Install Printer".

Then you print data at the end of measure or a saved file, you will have only information shown
on device screen as final result. If you want to have more data printed, you have to select
“Interval printing” time to get data printed between start and end of your measurement.

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 [Link]. Service

Reserved to LAMY RHEOLOGY engineers.

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3. MEASURING WITH YOUR DEVICE

This section will show how use the different measuring system with your device.

Viscometer need to be installed before next section of this manual (see section 1.5).

3.1. INSTALLATION OF MEASURING SYSTEM

Read the installation of your measuring system in the following sections before inserting it on
your viscometer. Indeed some measuring systems require the installation of accessory before
the insertion of the spindle.

As the RM 200 PLUS get only one kind of bayonet coupling system, way to install measuring
bob on shaft of viscometer is always the same.

Insert the measuring system with the bayonet coupling into the motor shaft by pushing and
turning slightly so that the pin is lodged in the space provided.

Motor shaft

Pin

3.2. MS ASTM

Measuring spindles according to ASTM / ISO 2555 (316L stainless steel).

These systems are ideally suited for simple viscosity measurement at controlled rotational
speed in all areas of activity. The standard recommends use of 600ml beaker for
measurement.

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Here below are all available mobiles:

These spindle are composed of two groups. The mobiles L are intended for low viscosity fluids

and R mobiles for medium to high viscosities (see tables below):

Viscosity
Part
Designation Part Number range for
Number
spindle Complete setb) RM100-200
Spindle
(mPa.s)
RV1 111001a) 50 to 1.4M
RV2 111002a) 100 to 5.5M
RV3 111003a) 150 to 14M
RV4 111004a) 111948 200 to 28M
111947
RV5 111005a) 300 to 55M
RV6 111006a) 500 to 130M
RV7 111007 2K to 550M
LV1 111010 35 to 10M
LV2 111011 170 to 50M
111014
LV3 111012 650 to 190M
LV4 111013 3K to 860M
M for millions, K for thousand
a) Need additional axis (PN111000)
b) Complete set (delivered with axis PN 111000 only for RV spindle)

The spindle L are delivered complete, while the R discs must be screwed on the R1-6 axis
(Ref 111000).

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When measuring, it is strongly recommended to heat the 600ml beaker. You can use either a
thermostatic bath or the EVA LR PLUS temperature control system.

Place the viscometer on its support (see section 1.5). Fill the beaker with 500 ml of product to
be tested, taking care not to introduce air bubbles.

Place it in a bath (if you have one) for a sufficient time to reach the desired temperature.

If the product contains volatile or hygroscopic material, cover the beaker for the duration of the
operation.

You must choose the measuring spindle according to the viscosity you wish to measure:

- For measurement of a low viscosity product, choose ASTM R-2 and run the unit at
a high speed, such as 100 rpm.
- For the measurement of a high viscosity product, choose ASTM R7 and run the
machine at low speed, for example 1 rpm.

Place the measuring head in the highest position (use screw on aluminium arm as wrote in
section 1.2) and make a zero of your viscometer (see section 2.2.5.).

Insert the measuring system with the bayonet coupling in the motor shaft (see section 3.1).

Use handle to manipulate the device (see section1.2), release screw on aluminium arm and
go down to immerge the mobile in the product. Beware of air bubbles under the disk!

Adjust the position of the viscometer in the sample to immerge the mobile to the predefined
mark (the lowest for discs # 2 -6, the highest for disc # 1), so as to immerge the Pt100 probe
at least 3 mm (only for models equipped with a temperature probe integrated into the
measuring head. If an external temperature sensor is used, the liquid level must always be in
the mark on the axis mobile). Be careful that the tip of the mobile is 10 mm or more from the
bottom of the beaker.

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When the measurement height is optimum, use screw on arm to block height of measuring
head. After you can use the stop ring on the support rod to memorize the position.

Wait until the temperature of the sample is within the prescribed limits (if you have temperature
probe with your device).

Start the measurement at the desired speed and after choose the right measuring system (see
section 2.2.2).

The torque measurement is indicated on the instrument screen using a gage. Ensure that the
measured torque is always sufficiently far from the lower and upper limits (at least 5% above
and below). If this is not the case, you can either change the measuring spindle or change the
rotating speed.

Then your measurement is finished, raise the measuring head and lock it with screw on
aluminium arm as wrote in section 1.2. Remove the measuring spindle to clean it.

3.3. MS BV

Measuring spindle for 150ml beaker (316L stainless steel).

These spindles are ideally suited for simple viscosity measurement at a rotating speed in
control in all areas of activity. They are appreciated for their ease of use and the low volume
of product needed compared to the MS ASTM spindles.

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Here below are all available spindle:

This spindle allow measurement of huge viscosity range as showing below.

Part
Part Viscosity range
Designation Number
Number for RM100-200
spindle Complete
Spindleb) (mPa.s)
setc)
BV1 117001a) 2 to 0.6M
BV10 117010a) 17 to 5.1M
117000
BV100 117100a) 170 to 51M
BV1000 117101 1.7K to 510M
M for millions, K for thousand
Use specific glass Beaker (PN117150 for 10pcs) or specific plastic beaker (PN117155 for 10 pcs).
a) Need additional axis (PN 117102)
b) Need to be used with Centring piece (PN 117202)
c) Complete set delivered with axis (PN117102) and centring tool (PN 117202)

The BV 1000 Axis can be used like this. But for BV Disc 1, 10 and 100, you should screw it on
BV 1-100 Axis.

When measuring, it is strongly recommended to heat the 150ml beaker. You can use either a
thermostatic bath or the EVA BV PLUS temperature control system.

Place the viscometer on its support (see section 1.5). Fill the beaker with 120 ml of product to
be tested, taking care not to introduce air bubbles.

Place it in a bath (if you have one) for a sufficient time to reach the desired temperature.

If the product contains volatile or hygroscopic material, cover the beaker for the duration of the
operation.

Place the measuring head in the highest position (use screw on aluminium arm as wrote in
section 1.2) and make a zero of your viscometer (see section 2.2.5.).

Insert the measuring system with the bayonet coupling in the motor shaft (see section 3.1).

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Use handle to manipulate the device (see section1.2), release screw on aluminium arm and
go down to immerge the mobile in the product by tilting the beaker (see picture section 3.2).
Beware of air bubbles under the disk!

Adjust the position of the viscometer in the sample to immerge the mobile to the predefined
mark. Be careful that the tip of the mobile is 10 mm or more from the bottom of the beaker.

When the measurement height is optimum, you can use the stop ring on the support rod to
memorize the position (see picture section 3.2).

Wait until the temperature of the sample is within the prescribed limits.

Start the measurement at the desired speed and after choose the right measuring system (see
section 2.2.2).

The torque measurement is indicated on the instrument screen using a gage. Ensure that the
measured torque is always sufficiently far from the lower and upper limits (at least 5% above
and below). If this is not the case, you can either change the measuring spindle or change the
measurement speed.

Then your measurement is finished, raise the measuring head and lock it with screw on
aluminium arm as wrote in section 1.2. Remove the measuring spindle to clean it.

3.4. MS VANE

Measuring spindles with blades (316L stainless steel).

These systems are ideal for viscosity measurement (value or curve) in control or development
of all types of products even of very high viscosity with or without particles (size <5mm). They
can be used for direct measurement in user’s containers.

Here below are all available spindle:

This spindle allow measurement of huge viscosity range as showing below.

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 Shear rate Viscosity
Part
Designation Diameter Lenght range for range for
Number
spindlea) (mm) (mm) RM100-200 RM100-200
spindle
(s-1) (mPa.s)
Vane 72 120017 22 43 0.3 to 1500 52 to 15.7M
Vane 72/2 111112 22 20 0.3 to 1500 90 to 27M
Vane 72/4 111113 22 10 0.3 to 1500 133 to 40M
Vane 72-6P 111121 22 43 0.3 to 1500 50 to 15M
Vane 73 111108 13 26 0.3 to 1500 262 to 78M
Vane 74 111115 6 12 0.3 to 1500 2.6K to 785M
M for millions, K for thousand
a) All Vane system get 4 blades (exept PN 111121 6 blades).

All data given in this table are given for information and can be changed according container
use for measurement. For example, shear rate range show same data as for speed range of
RM 200 PLUS. And most of the time, you will be able to use only speed for your viscosity
measurement and not the shear rate.

Place the viscometer on its support (see section 1.5).

Place the measuring head in the highest position (use screw on aluminium arm as wrote in
section 1.2) and make a zero of your viscometer (see section 2.2.5.).

Insert the measuring system with the bayonet coupling in the motor shaft (see section 3.1).

For the use of these measuring system you can use 600ml or 150 ml beaker or your own
container. Fill your beaker or container.

Use handle to manipulate the device (see section 1.2), release screw on aluminium arm and
go down to immerge the mobile in the product (see picture section 3.2).

Adjust the position of the viscometer to immerge the measuring system in the sample (only
part with blade) and not to close from the bottom of beaker (minimum distance should be
10mm). Be careful that the tip of the mobile is 10 mm or more from the bottom of the beaker.

When the measurement height is optimum, you can use the stop ring on the support rod to
memorize the position (see picture section 3.2).

Start the measurement at the desired speed and after choose the right measuring system (see
section 2.2.2). If your Vane measuring system is not in the list of device, please refer to section
[Link] to create it.

The torque measurement is indicated on the instrument screen using a gage. Ensure that the
measured torque is always sufficiently far from the lower and upper limits (at least 5% above
and below). If this is not the case, you can either change the measuring spindle or change the
measurement speed.

Then your measurement is finished, raise the measuring head and lock it with screw on
aluminium arm as wrote in section 1.2. Remove the measuring spindle to clean it.

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 3.5. MS KREBS

Krebs type measuring spindles compatible with ASTM D562 standard (316L stainless steel).
These systems are ideal for viscosity measurement in Krebs units in control of all types of
products. They can be used for direct measurement in user containers or in 600 or 150ml
beakers.

Here below are all available spindle:

For your information, only MK-KU1-10 is conform to the norm ASTMD562.

To get KU unit for your viscosity measurement with your viscometer, you must choose the
measuring spindle MK-KU1-10 and speed at 200 rpm. For all other speed and measuring
spindle, you will get viscosity value in Pa.s.

Range for these spindle is:

- MK KU1-10: 20-500mPa.s and 40-140KU (at 200 rpm).

- MK-75Y: 100-50000 mPa.s.

Place the viscometer on its support (see section 1.5).

Place the measuring head in the highest position (use screw on aluminium arm as wrote in
section 1.2) and make a zero of your viscometer (see section 2.2.5.).

Insert the measuring system with the bayonet coupling in the motor shaft (see section 3.1).

For the use of these measuring system you can use 600ml or 150 ml beaker or your own
container. Fill it with the sample.

Use handle to manipulate the device (see section 1.2), release screw on aluminium arm and
go down to immerge the mobile in the product (see picture section 3.2).

Adjust the position of the viscometer to immerge the measuring system in the sample (only
part with blade) and not to close from the bottom of beaker (minimum distance should be
10mm). Be careful that the tip of the mobile is 10 mm or more from the bottom of the beaker.

When the measurement height is optimum, you can use the stop ring on the support rod to
memorize the position (see picture section 3.2).

Start the measurement at the desired speed (200 rpm to get KU unit) and choose the right
measuring system (see section 2.2.2).

The torque measurement is indicated on the instrument screen using a gage. Ensure that the
measured torque is always sufficiently far from the lower and upper limits (at least 5% above
and below). If this is not the case, you can either change the speed.

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Then your measurement is finished, raise the measuring head and lock it with screw on
aluminium arm as wrote in section 1.2. Remove the measuring spindle to clean it.

3.6. MS DIN

Coaxial cylinders measuring systems according to DIN / ISO 3219 (316L stainless steel).
These systems make it possible to set the shear rate in order to carry out viscosity
measurements or to obtain curves to study flow behavior, yield stress or thixotropy.
They are particularly suitable for the control or development of homogeneous products with
liquid aspect and with or without particles (size <200μm).

3.6.1. Utilisation of standard tube DIN1, DIN2 and DIN3

This is the measuring systems available:

Each tube is used with the matching cylinder (eg DIN tube 1 with cylinder MK-DIN1). The
cylinder MK-DIN 9 is used with the DIN tube 1. The tubes can be closed with their cap assorted
or used open for a measurement immersed in a container containing the liquid to be measured.
The Mooney plug is used exclusively with the DIN 1 tube and the MK-DIN 1 and MK-DIN 9

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cylinders. It reduces the volume of product required for the measurement (see table on the
next page).

Examples of complete configurations include a DIN tube, a MK-DIN cylinder and a cap.

In addition to these measuring systems, a DIN X tube with a MK-DIN X + 1 cylinder can be
used. Thus, MS DIN 12, MS DIN 13 and MS DIN 23 measuring systems can also be used.
The first digit always indicates the number of the tube and the second digit the number of the
cylinder MK. There is also a measuring system MS DIN 19 which uses the DIN tube 1 and MK-
DIN 9 cylinder.

Here are the measuring ranges of the existing MS DIN measuring systems:

Part Diameter Shear rate

Sample Viscosity range
Designation Number (mm) range for
volumeb) for RM100-200
Measuring System Measuring RM100-200
inner outer (ml) (mPa.s)
systema) (s-1)
MS DIN 11 112801 30 32.5 27 0.4 to 1900 3 to 1M
MS DIN 12 112802 24 32.5 46 0.1 to 530 18 to 5.5M
MS DIN 13 112803 14 32.5 61 0.1 to 220 146 to 19M
MS DIN 19 112806 31.5 32.5 25 1.0 to 4800 1 to 0.39M
MS DIN 22 112804 24 26 22 0.4 to 1900 7 to 2M
MS DIN 33 112805 14 15 14 0.4 to 1900 34 to 10M
MS DIN 11 Mooney 112812 30 32.5 23 0.4 to 1900 3 to 1M
MS DIN 19 Mooney 112811 31.5 32.5 18.5 1.0 to 4800 1 to 0.39M
MS DIN 23 112816 14 26 36 0.1 to 280 139 to 41M
M for millions, K for thousand
a) Complete system (bob+cup+cap)
b) Volume required for Pt100 immersion

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All systems shown above can be used with or without a temperature control unit since the tube
attaches to the base of the viscometer (see below). When your viscometer is combined with
an EVA MS DIN, EVA MS DIN-MSR, EVA 100, RT1 or CT DIN type of temperature setting
unit, the positioning of the measuring cylinders and tubes is the same. It will be necessary to
introduce the assembly into the temperature chamber.

The installation of the measuring system must be done after the zero adjustment. If this is not
done, see section 2.2.5.

The first step is to install the cap on the tube as shown in the picture below (not necessary if
you make a dip measurement directly into a pot). Also check that the gasket is properly
installed on the cap.

The first insertion of the cap can be difficult. You must use some silicone grease to facilitate
installation.

You can then put the product to be measured in the tube. The necessary volume is indicated
in the table on the previous page according to the system used. There is a level line in the tube
(see picture below).

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You must then install the MK-DIN cylinder on the viscometer shaft as shown in the photos
below.

Motor shaft

Pin

You can then introduce the MS DIN tube with the product from the bottom up slowly and making
sure to align with the cylinder. Also place the groove on the tube facing you as shown in the
picture below). When you are close enough to the viscometer base, you must rotate the tube
to place the pin in the groove of the tube.

Once the tube is properly installed, check that the temperature sensor on the viscometer is at
least one 3mm deep into the liquid.

When using your viscometer with a temperature control system (EVA MS DIN, EVA MS DIN
MSR, EVA 100, CT DIN or RT-1), you must then lower the measuring head in such a way that
the tube comes inside the hole provided for this purpose. Check that there is no product on the
outer wall of the tube. Use the arm handle and screw (see section 1.2) to gently lower the

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measuring head. The tube should be easily housed in the chamber. If this is not the case, do
not force it and contact your local distributor or LAMY RHEOLOGY. When the measuring head
is properly positioned, there is no need to lock the position using the screw on the stem. Also,
be sure to allow sufficient time for stabilization if the measurement temperature is different from
the ambient temperature (at least 10 minutes) before making your measurement.

When using MS DIN measuring systems for immersion measurement, the order and method
of installation is the same for cylinder and tube. Since there is no cap on the tube, you will need
to put the product to be measured in a pot larger than the tube. Then lower the measuring
head by using the handle and the screw on the arm (see paragraph 1.2) so that the tube is
immersed in the pot and the temperature probe is sufficiently immersed in the liquid (at least 1
cm). Take care that the liquid level never exceeds the level of the white ring present on the
cylinder axis MK DIN. You must use the screw on the arm (see section 1.2) to block the
measuring position and take care that there is enough space between the tube and the bottom
of the pot for the liquid to rise in the tube.

Once the setup is complete, you can do your measurement (see section 2.2.2).

If you have just made a measurement with the tube closed by a cap, rise the measuring head
to the highest position by blocking the arm with the screw provided for this purpose (see section

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1.2). Carefully remove the cylinder from the viscometer shaft, then remove the tube containing
the product and the cylinder, being careful if the temperature is high. You can then remove the
MK DIN cylinder from the DIN tube for cleaning. Remove the DIN tube cap to clean it.
Remember to clean the temperature probe (if present).

If you have just made a measurement in immersion (without cap), it is preferable to remove
the cylinder from the axis of the motor and after the tube from the base of the viscometer before
rise the measuring head. You can then take the tube and cylinder for cleaning. Remember to
clean the temperature probe (if present).

3.6.2. Utilisation of tube DIN1 S, DIN2 S and DIN3 S

There are also other DIN x S type tubes that are used with EVA MS DIN, EVA MS DIN-MSR,
EVA 100, RT1 or CT DIN temperature units.

Here are the tubes and cylinders available and their accessories:

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DIN xS tubes are used with the same MK-DIN cylinders and caps as standard DIN tubes. The
measuring ranges are therefore unchanged (see table section 3.6.1). Their use facilitates
cleaning and filling since they are shorter and therefore easier to access. On the other hand,
they require the use of an accessory (Ref 114436) which guarantees a perfect centering of the
cylinder in the tube.

Cylinder MK-DIN1 Tube DIN ST-R Centring tool

1S de centrage

Cap DIN 1

The first step is to install the cap on the tube as shown in the photo below. Also check that the
gasket is properly installed on the cap.

The first insertion of the cap can be difficult. You must use some silicone grease to facilitate
installation.

You can then put the product to be measured in the cylinder. The necessary volume is
indicated in the table section 3.6.1 according to the system used. There is a level line in the
tube (see picture below).

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Make sure you have adjusted the viscometer before proceeding to the following steps (see
section 2.2.5)

You must then install the centring piece on the base of the viscometer. Also place the groove
facing you as shown in the picture below. When you are close enough to the viscometer base,
you must rotate the piece to place the pin in the groove.

You must then install the MK-DIN cylinder on the viscometer axis as shown in the photo above.

Put the tube with your product inside the warming unit.

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Use the arm handle and screw (see section 1.2) to gently lower the measuring head. The
centring piece must completely cover the rim of the tube.

When the measuring head is properly positioned, there is no need to lock the position using
the screw on the arm. Also, be sure to allow sufficient time for stabilization if the measurement
temperature is different from the ambient temperature (at least 10 minutes) before making your
measurement.

Once the setup is complete, you can do your measurement (see section 2.2.2).

When your measurement is complete, it is better to remove the cylinder from the viscometer
shaft. That will rest in the tube. Rise the measuring head to the highest position by blocking
the arm with the screw provided (see section 1.2). Then remove the tube containing the product
and the cylinder, being careful if the temperature is high. You can then remove the MK DIN
cylinder from the tube for cleaning. Remove the DIN tube cap to clean it. Don’t forget to clean
the temperature probe (if available).

3.7. MS SV

Measuring systems for low volumes (316L stainless steel)

These systems, unlike the MS-ASTM and MS-DIN systems, make it possible to measure
products in small quantities by applying a shear rate up to temperatures of 200 ° C
(according to models, see table).

With RT1, these systems are compatible with ASTM D3236.

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Here are the available accessories:

All these accessories can be combined to obtain the following measuring systems:

Part number
Holder for Measuring
Name of measuring of complete Measuring Measuring Centring
disposable disposable Cap Category
system measuring cylinder cup tool
cup cup (100)
system

MS-C/2-D (disposable) 116020a) 116010 150500 114319 114436 A

MS-C/2-3S 116021 116010 112944 114436 112878 B

MS-D-D (disposable) 116022a) 111878 150500 114319 114436 A

MS-D-3S 116023 111878 112944 114436 112878 B

MS-C-C 116000b) 116002 116001 116005 C
a)
MS-C-C (disposable) 116024 116002 111934 114306 114436 A
MS-C-D (disposable) 116025a) 116002 150500 114319 114436 A
MS-C18-C 116026b) 112507 116001 116005 C
a)
MS-C18-C (disposable) 116027 112507 111934 114306 114436 A
MS-C19-C 116028b) 116015 116001 116005 C
a)
MS-C19-C (disposable) 116029 116015 111934 114306 114436 A

Measuring systems of category A can only be used with EVA DIN, RT1 and CT DIN
temperature controllers. They come with disposable cups (a batch of 100) ideal for measuring
on aggressive or difficult to clean products.

Measuring systems of Category B can only be used with EVA DIN, RT1 and CT DIN
temperature controllers. They come with a reusable stainless steel measuring cup.

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The measuring systems in category C can be used alone or with DIN EVA and CT DIN
temperature regulations. They come with a measuring cup in stainless steel.

Here is the detailed technical information and measurement ranges:

Diameter Shear rate

Part Number Sample Viscosity range
Designation Complete (mm) range for
Complete volume for RM100-200
Measuring System RM100-
measuring system inner outer (ml) (mPa.s)
200 (s-1)
MS-C/2-D(disposable) 116020a) 13.6 15 6.81
0.5 to 1.6K 45 to 8.5M
MS-C/2-3S 116021 13.6 15 4.52
MS-D-D(disposable) 116022a) 7.5 15 8.85
0.1 to 260 630 to 98M
MS-D-3S 116023 7.5 15 6.56
MS-C-C 116000b) 13.6 20 18.45
0.1 to 427 58 to 15M
MS-C-C(disposable) 116024a) 13.6 20 22.22
MS-C-D(disposable) 116025a) 13.6 15 3.04 0.5 to 1.6K 20 to 3.7M
MS-C18-C 116026b) 18 20 11
0.5 to 1.5K 12 to 2M
MS-C18-C(disposable) 116027a) 18 20 11
MS-C19-C 116028b) 19 20 9
1 to 3K 6 to 1M
MS-C19-C(disposable) 116029a) 19 20 9

3.7.1. Use of measuring system of category A

Whatever the measurement system model, the use is the same.

The measuring head must first be installed on the heating unit (see installation instructions
supplied with the temperature control).

Check that the motor has been adjusted before proceeding to the next steps (see section
2.2.5).

The first step is to place the screw on the centring piece and then install the latter on the base
of the viscometer.

The screw locks the centring piece on the base of the viscometer.

You can then set up the cylinder on the bayonet coupling of the viscometer.

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Place the disposable cup holder in the well of the temperature control.

Take a disposable cup, fill it with your product (see table on the previous page for the volume
of product to be put into the measurement system). Then place it in the disposable cup holder.

Use handle and screw of arm (see section 1.2) to gently lower the measuring head. The
centring piece must completely cover the edge of the disposable cup insert.

When the measuring head is properly positioned, there is no need to lock the position using
the screw on the arm. Also, be sure to allow sufficient time for stabilization if the measurement
temperature is different from the room temperature (at least 10 minutes) before taking your
measurement.

You can do your measurement (see section 2.2.2).

Once the measurement is complete, unhook the mobile from the viscometer axis and rise the
measuring head. Remove the mobile to clean it. Remove the disposable cup holder with
disposable cup. Also clean the temperature probe and the centring piece. It can stay in place
on the basis of the viscometer for a next measurement.

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 3.7.2. Use of measuring system of category B

Whatever the measurement system model, the use is the same.

The measuring head must first be installed on the heating unit (see installation instructions
supplied with the temperature control).

Check that the motor has been adjusted before proceeding to the next steps (see section
2.2.5).

The first step is to place the screw on the centring piece and then install the latter on the base
of the viscometer.

The screw locks the centring piece on the base of the viscometer.

You can then set up the cylinder on the bayonet coupling of the viscometer.

Install the cap on the tube as shown in the photo below. Also check that the gasket is properly
installed on the plug.

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The first insertion of the cap can be difficult. You must use some silicone grease to facilitate
installation.

You can then put the product to be measured in the cup. The required volume is indicated in
the table in section 3.7 according to the system used.

Put the tube with your product inside the heat setting unit.

Use handle and screw of arm (see section 1.2) to gently lower the measuring head. The
centring piece must completely cover the edge of the disposable cup insert.

When the measuring head is properly positioned, there is no need to lock the position using
the screw on the arm. Also, be sure to allow sufficient time for stabilization if the measurement
temperature is different from the room temperature (at least 10 minutes) before taking your
measurement.

You can do your measurement (see section 2.2.2).

When your measurement is complete, it is recommended to remove the cylinder from the
viscometer shaft. It will rest in the tube. Rise the measuring head to the highest position by
blocking the arm with the screw provided (see section 1.2). Then remove the tube containing
the product and the cylinder, being careful if the temperature is high. You can then remove the
cylinder from the cup to clean it. Remove the cap from the tube to clean it. It should be
necessary to clean the centring tool.

3.7.3. Use of measuring system of category C

These systems can therefore be used with or without a heating unit (DIN EVA and CT DIN).
The cup used for these systems is the same (Ref 116001). This is fixed directly to the base of
the viscometer.

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The measuring head must first be installed on the temperature control unit (see installation
instructions supplied with the temperature control) or on the standard support if you not use a
heating system (see section 1.5).

Check that the motor has been adjusted before proceeding to the next steps (see section
2.2.5).

The first step is to install the cap on the tube as shown in the photo below. Also check that the
gasket is properly installed on the plug.

The first insertion of the cap can be difficult. You must use some silicone grease to facilitate
installation.

You can then put the product to be measured in the cup. The necessary volume is indicated
in the table in section 3.7 according to the system used.

You can then set up the cylinder on the bayonet coupling of the viscometer.

You can then present the tube with the product from the bottom up slowly and making sure to
align with the cylinder. Also place the mark on the tube facing you as shown in the picture
below). When you are close enough to the Viscometer base, you must rotate the tube to place
the pin in the mark of the tube.

Once the tube is properly installed, check that the temperature sensor on the viscometer is at
least one centimetre deep into the liquid.

When using your viscometer with a temperature control system (EVA MS DIN or CT DIN), you
must then lower the measuring head so that the tube fits into the chamber provided for this

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purpose. Check that there is no product on the outer wall of the tube. Use the handle and
screw on arm (see section 1.2) to gently lower the measuring head. The tube should be easily
housed in the hole of temperature controller. If this is not the case, do not force it and contact
your local distributor or LAMY RHEOLOGY. When the measuring head is properly positioned,
there is no need to lock the position using the screw on the stem. Also, be sure to allow
sufficient time for stabilization if the measurement temperature is different from the room
temperature (at least 10 minutes) before taking your measurement

Once the setup is complete, you can do your measurement (see section 2.2.2).

When your measurement is complete, it is recommended to remove the cylinder from the
viscometer shaft. It will rest in the tube. Rise the measuring head to the highest position by
blocking the stem with the screw provided (see section 1.2). Then remove the tube containing
the product and the cylinder, being careful if the temperature is high. You can then remove the
cylinder from the tube to clean it. Remove the cap from the tube to clean it. Clean the
temperature sensor.

3.8. MS CP

The use of cone-plane measuring systems is possible with the RM 200 PLUS. All information
regarding the installation and use of these measuring systems is explained in the operating
instructions of the CP-1 PLUS.

3.9. MS-R

Anchor-type measuring systems (316L stainless steel).

These systems are ideally suited for measuring viscosity (value or curve) in the control or
development of heterogeneous products, or having the appearance of soft solid at rest, present
in cosmetics, paint, food or mineral chemistry industries.

Used with their respective cups, they allow to apply a shear rate.

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This is the available accessories:

For each anchor MK-Rx there is a cup associated with it. When the assorted cup and anchor
assembly is used, these measuring systems allow measures by applying a shear gradient
(except for the MK-R1 system). But it is possible to use these anchors alone, in a pot for
example. In this case, it is better to create a new measurement system (see section [Link])
using the same KTau constant but setting the KD constant to 1.

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This is the measuring systems available:

The MK-R5 can be used with cup MB-3 or MB-2 .

Here are the measurement ranges of the existing measurement systems:

Diameter
(mm) Sample
Designation Part Number Part Number Shear rate range for Viscosity range for
volume
system System Complete setd) RM100-200 (s-1) RM100-200 (mPa.s)
inner outer (ml)

MS-R1c) 114500a) 93 98 300 200 rpm 1 to 40 UD

MS-R2 114501a) 46 54 70 0.105 to 525 12 to 3.6M
MS-R3 114502a) 1E+05 23 36 25 0.09 to 450 72 to 21.6M
1E+05
MS-R4 114503a) 20 36 25 0.075 to 375 400 to 120M
MK-R5 114429b) 5 0.03 to 150 1.5K to 475M
M for millions, K for thousand
a) Complete system (bob+cup+centring tool)
b) Only spindle. Can be use with cup MB2 (PN 114311) and MB3 (Pn 114314)
c) Can be used only at 200 rpm and UD result
d) Complete set in case with cup and centring part
All data given in this table are given for information and can be changed according container use for
measurement.

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As you can see in the table above, the MS-R1 system is used exclusively at 200 rpm and gives
results in % UD (correspondence curve in mPa.s on request). For all other systems, the
viscosity measurement will be displayed in mPa.s (Pa.s, cP or P). If you want to obtain a result
in % UD (whatever the system used), you must select the MS-R75 system at 200 rpm when
you set up your measurement or program (see section 2.2.2). Calibration curves for each
mobile used are available on request for viscosity matching.

MS-R2 to MS-R5 systems can be used alone or in combination with our EVA MS-R and EVA
MS DIN / MS-R temperature controls. The MS-R1 measuring system is used exclusively
without temperature control.

3.9.1 Utilisation without temperature control.

Check that the motor has been adjusted before proceeding to the next steps (see section
2.2.5).

After installing the measuring head on the arm, rise it to the maximum height (see sections 1.2
and 1.5).

For systems MS-R2 to MS-R5

The first step is to place the screw on the centring tool ST-R and install it on the viscometer.

The screw locks the centring piece on the base of the viscometer.

You can then set up the anchor on the bayonet coupling of the viscometer.

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Fill the cup with your product, place it under the measuring head and lower the measuring
head to place the centring piece on the cup.

There is no need to block the height of the arm, the viscometer can rest directly on the cup
using the centring piece.

You can then do your measurement (see section 2.2.2).

Once the measurement is complete, unhook the mobile from the viscometer axis and
reassemble the measuring head. Remove the mobile to clean it. Also clean the temperature
probe and the centring piece. It can stay in place based on the viscometer for a next
measurement.

For system MS-R1

The first step is to attach the cup cover MB 1 to the centring piece ST-R and the locking screw.
This screw keeps the centring piece on the base of the viscometer (see pictures paragraph
3.9.1).
Locking screw
ST-R centring tool

MB 1 cup cover

You can install the centring piece and cover assembly on the base of the viscometer. Use the
screw to lock the ST-R tool.

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You can then set up the anchor on the bayonet coupling of the viscometer.

Fill the cup with your product, place under the measuring head and lower the measuring head
to place the lid on the cup.

There is no need to block the height of the arm, the viscometer can rest directly on the cup
using the centring piece.

You can then do your measurement (see section 2.2.2).

Once the measurement is complete, unhook the mobile from the viscometer axis and
reassemble the measuring head. Remove the mobile to clean it. Also clean the temperature
probe and the centring piece. It can stay in place based on the viscometer for a next
measurement.

3.9.2 Utilisation with temperature controls EVA MS-R and EVA DIN/MS-R.

As a reminder, only the MS-R2 to MS-R5 measuring systems can be used with the EVA
temperature controls (Ref N950002, N950020, N950030, N950200 and N950210).

The measuring head must first be installed on the temperature control unit (see installation
instructions supplied with the EVA temperature control).

The EVA MS-R PLUS (Ref N950200 and N950210) have 9 positions for measuring cups while
the other DIN / MS-R EVAs have only one. But the positioning of cups MB-2 and MB-3 is the
same.

The MB-2 bucket installs directly into the EVA unit while the MB-3 bucket is to be used with
the MB-2 / MB-3 ring supplied with the EVA unit.

MB-2/MB-3 ring

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Check that the motor has been adjusted before proceeding to the next steps (see section
2.2.5).

For the MB-3 cup, fit the MB-2 / MB-3 ring into the EVA chamber, then insert the MB-3 bucket.

For the MB-2 cup, insert it directly into the EVA.

The placement of the centring piece and MK-R2 to MK-R5 is the same as in section 3.9.1.
After having installed the centring piece and the MK-Rx spindle, you can lower the measuring
head in this position, making sure that the centring piece covers the MB cup.

There is no need to block the height of the arm, the viscometer can rest directly on the cup
using the centring piece. Also, be sure to allow sufficient time for stabilization if the
measurement temperature is different from the ambient temperature (at least 10 minutes)
before making your measurement.

You can then do your measurement (see section 2.2.2).

Once the measurement is complete, unhook the mobile from the viscometer axis and
reassemble the measuring head. Remove the mobile to clean it. Also clean the temperature
probe and the centring piece. It can stay in place based on the viscometer for a next
measurement.

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4. VERIFICATION OF YOUR DEVICE

Your instrument is calibrated at the factory with an ASTM R2 mobile or MS DIN11 measuring
system (see calibration certificate) and a certified oil with a viscosity close to 1000 mPa.s. The
verification method differs depending on the measurement system selected. You may decide
to perform the verification with your own measurement systems, but it is highly recommended
to use one of the two measurement systems mentioned above. In case other systems are
used, please contact LAMY RHEOLOGY for the most appropriate verification method.

Viscosity measurement on a 1000 mPa.s standard silicon oil with a ASTM 2555 R2
measuring system.

- See section 3.2 and 3.1 for detail about preparation.

- Adjust the automatic zero in the air at 50rpm, without any spindle, until it stops (see section
2.2.5).

- Fill the 600ml beaker with the standard oil.

- Insert the 600ml beaker in a controlled temperature unit like EVA LR system or thermostatic
bath.

- Attach the spindle R2 to the viscometer and immerge the spindle in the oil at the good level
(mark on the spindle).

- Wait for 15 minutes until the standard oil rise the good temperature.

- Select on the instrument the measuring system R2, select 50 rpm for the speed, select 60
seconds for the measuring time, and start the measurement (see section 2.2.2).

Viscosity measurement on a 1000 mPa.s standard silicon oil with a defined DIN11
measuring system.

- See section 3.6 and 3.1 for detail about preparation.

- Adjust the automatic zero in the air, without any spindle, until it stops (see section 2.2.5).

- Fill the measuring tube DIN 1 with the standard oil.

- Attach the spindle MK-DIN 1 to the viscometer and fix the tube to the viscometer (see section
3.6)

- Insert the measuring system in a controlled temperature unit like a EVA DIN system or
thermostatic bath.

- Wait for 10 minutes until the standard oil rise the good temperature.

- Select on the instrument the measuring system DIN11, select 50s-1 for the speed, select 30
seconds for the measuring time, and start the measurement (see section 2.2.2).

Result at the end of the measurement must be within +/-5% of the standard viscosity value. If
the measure is out, your instrument might need to be recalibrated.

Check if the error does not come from a wrong filling, a wrong zero adjustment, a wrong
spindle rotation, or a wrong temperature value.

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