The Master Science Stepless Speed Viscometer is a high-range rotational viscometer with continuously variable speed, allowing the operator to set exactly the shear rate a method requires. Depending on the model, it measures from 12 mPa·s up to 80,000,000 mPa·s.
An RTD temperature probe reads sample temperature in real time, and optional software adds automatic data collection, storage and comparison of historical results.
Technical Specifications
Specifications of the four Master Science Stepless Speed Viscometer models:
- Brand: Master Science
- Model Number: MSVSC-S1SWISS, MSVSC-S2SWISS, MSVSC-S3SWISS, MSVSC-SASWISS
- SKU: MSVSC-S1SWISS, MSVSC-S2SWISS, MSVSC-S3SWISS, MSVSC-SASWISS
- Models: MSVSC-S1SWISS, MSVSC-S2SWISS, MSVSC-S3SWISS, MSVSC-SASWISS
- Measuring Range: S1: 20 to 600,000; S2: 12 to 6,000,000; S3: 160 to 80,000,000; SA: 50 to 10,000,000 mPa·s
- Speed (stepless): S1: 1 to 60 rpm; S2/S3: 0.1 to 99.9 rpm; SA: 0.1 to 200 rpm
- Spindles: L1 to L4 (S1, S2, S3); 21, 27, 28, 29 (SA)
- Accuracy: ±1 % of full scale
- Repeatability: ±0.5 % of full scale
- Readability: 0.01 cP below 10 cP; 0.1 cP below 10,000 cP; 1 cP above
- Display: LCD: viscosity, speed, torque, spindle, temperature, maximum range
- Temperature Measurement: RTD probe
- Output: RS232
- Power: Adapter, 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
- Package Size: 400 × 350 × 360 mm (S1–S3); 420 × 360 × 530 mm (SA)
- Weight: 8 kg (S1–S3); 9.3 kg (SA)
Key Benefits
- Any speed you need: stepless control sets the exact rpm specified in a standard or customer method.
- Huge measuring span: the Master Science Stepless Speed Viscometer reaches 80,000,000 mPa·s on the S3 model.
- Temperature on screen: the RTD probe shows sample temperature next to the viscosity value.
- High precision: ±1 % accuracy and ±0.5 % repeatability of full scale.
- Expandable: software, baths, heaters and adapters extend the application range.
For routine checks with fixed speeds, see the Master Science rotational digital viscometer.
Product Features
Measurement
- Continuously variable speed
- Automatic range display for each spindle and speed
- Fine readability down to 0.01 cP
Temperature
- RTD probe included
- Compatible with thermostatic baths and heaters
Data
- RS232 output
- Optional PC software for automatic collection and comparison
Applications
The Master Science Stepless Speed Viscometer is used for:
- Adhesives, sealants and pastes
- Paints, inks and resins
- Food sauces, creams and syrups
- Cosmetics and pharmaceutical gels
- Petroleum products and asphalt
Standard Accessories Included
- Viscometer main unit
- Standard spindle set
- Spindle guard
- Base with levelling feet
- Lifting stand
- Power adapter
- Spanner
- RS232 output interface
- RTD temperature probe
Optional Accessories
- Ultra-low viscosity adapter with L0 spindle
- Small sample adapter
- Temperature-controlled heater
- Spindle L5
- Data collection software
- Dedicated printer
- Thermostatic bath
Common Laboratory Problems and How This Viscometer Helps
How the Master Science Stepless Speed Viscometer handles difficult viscosity tests:
- Method needs a non-standard speed: stepless control sets any speed in range.
- Extremely thick materials: high-range models measure up to 80 million mPa·s.
- Unknown sample temperature: the RTD probe reads it directly.
- Comparing batches over time: optional software stores and compares data.
- Low viscosity liquids: an ultra-low adapter extends the lower range.