Brookfield CAP2000 User Manual
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MEASUREMENT AND
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BROOKFIELD CAP 2000+
Viscometer
Operating Instructions
Manual No. M02-313-G0812
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Table of Contents
I. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................. 5
I.1 Components .....................................................................................................................................................................5
I.2 Utilities................................................................................................................................................................................6
I.3 Specications ...................................................................................................................................................................6
I.4 Dimensional Details .......................................................................................................................................................8
I.5 Installation ........................................................................................................................................................................9
I.6 Safety Symbols and Precautions ............................................................................................................................ 10
I.7 Key Functions ................................................................................................................................................................10
I.8 Viscosity and Temperature Display ....................................................................................................................... 11
I.9 Cleaning .......................................................................................................................................................................... 11
II. GETTING STARTED ............................................................................................................................12
II.1 Power ON ....................................................................................................................................................................... 12
II.2 Cone Spindle Selection and Setting .................................................................................................................... 13
II.3 Speed Setting .............................................................................................................................................................. 14
II.4 Temperature Control Setting ..................................................................................................................................15
II.5 Hold Time Settings ..................................................................................................................................................... 15
II.6 Run Time ........................................................................................................................................................................ 15
II.7 Printing ...........................................................................................................................................................................16
II.8 Run and Stop Keys .....................................................................................................................................................16
II.9 Parameter Display ......................................................................................................................................................17
III. OPERATION ....................................................................................................................................... 18
III.1 Full Scale Range and Accuracy of Measurement ........................................................................................... 18
III.2 Accuracy of Viscosity and Temperature .............................................................................................................19
III.3 Calibration Verication ............................................................................................................................................ 21
III.4 Cone Calibration ........................................................................................................................................................ 23
III.5 Repeatability ............................................................................................................................................................... 25
III.6 Making Viscosity Measurements .........................................................................................................................26
III.7 Computer Control .....................................................................................................................................................28
APPENDIX A - Variables in Viscosity Measurement ..................................................................................................... 29
APPENDIX B - Communications .........................................................................................................................................31
APPENDIX C - Online Help and Additional Resources ................................................................................................ 35
APPENDIX D -
APPENDIX E - Warranty Repair and Service ....................................................................................................................37
Packing Instructions to Return a Brookeld CAP Viscometer for Repair or Calibration ....................36
This manual intended for use with CAP 2000+ series viscometers which have serial
numbers beginning with a prex of “CPN” .
CAP1000 and 2000 Viscometers with a serial number prex of “CP” require a dierent
manual. Please contact Brookeld or your authorized dealer/representative to obtain
this manual.
I. INTRODUCTION
The CAP 2000+ Series Viscometers are medium to high shear rate instruments with Cone
Plate geometry and integrated temperature control of the test sample material. Rotational
speed selection ranges from 5 to 1000 RPM. Viscosity measurement ranges depend upon the
cone spindle and the rotational speed (shear rate). Viscosity is selectively displayed in units of
centipoise (cP), poise (P), milliPascal seconds (mPa•s) or Pascal seconds (Pa•s). Temperature
control of sample is possible between either 5°C (or 15°C below ambient, whichever is higher)
and 75°C or 50°C and 235°C depending on viscometer model.
The CAP 2000+ Viscometer can display either CGS or SI units:
CGS SI Comment
Viscosity: P or cP Pa•s or mPa•s 0.1 Pa•s = 1 P (= 100 cP)
Shear Rate:
Speed: RPM RPM
Temperature: °C °C
The CAP 2000+ Viscometer outputs data to a parallel printer in the CGS and SI units:
CGS SI Comment
Viscosity: P or cP Pa•s or mPa•s 0.1 Pa•s = 1 P (= 100 cP)
Full Scale Range (F.S.R.): % %
Shear Stress: Dynes/cm
Shear Rate: Sec
Speed: RPM RPM
Run Time: Seconds Seconds
Temperature: °C °C
Cone Spindle Number: No. No.
Sec
-1
2
N/m2 1.0 N•m = 107 dyne•cm
-1
Sec
Sec
-1
-1
I.1 Components
The following items are included; see Figure I-1
Part No.
1. CAP 2000+ Viscometer
2. Cone Spindle(s) ........................................CAP-S-0X (X will be shown as a number 1-10)
3. Spindle Case ..........................................CAP-106Y
4. Solvent Trap ..........................................C1K-63
5. Foam Shipping Insert ...............................CAP-122
6. Power Cord: 115V ..................................DVP-65
220V .................................DVP-66
UK.....................................DE-8
Germany ...........................DE-7
7. Operating Instructions Manual ................M02-313
The following optional items may have been included:
Part No.
8. Viscosity Standard Fluid for calibration See Table III-5 and III-6 in Section III
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Please check to be sure that you have received all components and that there is no damage.
Handle for Raising
and Lowering
Viscometer Head
Solvent Trap
P/N C1K-63
Column
Head
Serial Tag Info
on Back of
Viscometer Head
Base
Console
Cone Spindle
P/N CAP-S-XX
The Flat
Thumb Screw
P/N C1
P/N C1K-34Y
Foam Shipping Insert
P/N CAP-122
If you are missing any parts, please notify Brookeld or your local dealer immediately. Any
shipping damage must be reported to the carrier. Save the packing container, if possible, for
future use when returning the viscometer to Brookeld or an authorized dealer for service.
Figure I-1: Components
I.2 Utilities
Input Voltage: 115 VAC or 230 VAC
Input Frequency: 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption: Less than 345 WATTS
Fuses: (2) 5x20mm, 3A, 250V; Fast Acting for 125VAC
(2) 5x20mm, 1.6A, 250V; Fast Acting for 250VAC
Power Cord Color Code:
United States Outside United States
Hot (live) Black Brown
Neutral White Blue
Ground (earth) Green Green/Yellow
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I.3 Specications
Torque Range: Low 797-7,970 dyne
High 18,100-181,000 dyne
•cm (designated on serial tag as 1/23 CAP)
•cm (designated on serial tag as CAP)
Speeds: Variable speed from 5-1000 RPM
Temperatures: CAP 2000+L 5°C (or 15°C below ambient, whichever is higher) to 75°C
CAP 2000+H 50°C to 235°C
All models provide 0.1°C increments
Weight: Gross Weight 36 lb 16.3 kg
Net Weight 27 lb 12.3 kg
Carton Volume 4.9 cu ft 0.15 m
3
Carton Dimensions 18 in. L x 18 in. W x 26 in. H
48 cm. L x 48 cm. W x 66 cm. H
Materials: CAP cone spindles and temperature plates are made of tungsten carbide.
Solvent Trap (P/N C1K-63) is made of teon.
Operating CAP 2000+ Viscometers must be operated within the following
Environment: ambient temperatures: +5°C (41°F) to 40°C (104°F)
and humidity: 20% to 80% R.H. (non-condensing atmosphere)
Electrical Certications:
Conforms to CE Standards: BSEN 61326: Electrical equipment for measurement,
control and laboratory use - EMC
requirements.
NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS:
This symbol indicates that this product is to be recycled at an appropriate collection center.
Users within the European Union:
Please contact your dealer or the local authorities in charge of waste management on how to
dispose of this product properly. All Brookeld ofces and our network of representatives and
dealers can be found on our website: www.brookeldengineering.com.
Users outside of the European Union:
Please dispose of this product according to your local laws.
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I.4 Dimensional Details
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I.5 Installation
DO NOT lift the viscometer by the handle or head! LIFT only by the base console or
column!
1) Set the viscometer on a clean level bench surface.
2) Remove shipping foam insert (P/N CAP-122) from the plate area on the CAP Viscometer.
Store the foam insert for future use when shipping or transporting CAP Viscometer.
Foam Insert Used
When Shipping
CAP Viscometer
Figure I-2: Detail of Foam Insert
3) Verify that the viscometer’s power requirements match your power source BEFORE
connecting it to power.
The AC input voltage and frequentcy must be within the appropriate range as shown
on the back of the viscometer head.
Note: The CAP Viscometer must be earth grounded. Use the three (3) wire power
cord! Do not alter!
4) Connect the power cord to the viscometer and to the power supply (source).
5) If using a printer, connect the printer cable to the printer port and printer.
Note: Ensure that both the printer and the CAP 2000+ are off when connecting cables.
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I.6 Safety Symbols and Precautions
Safety Symbols
The following explains safety symbols which may be found in this operating manual.
Indicates hazardous voltages may be present.
Caution: HOT surface.
Refer to the manual for specic warning or caution information to avoid personal injury
or damage to the instrument.
Safety Overview
If this instrument is used in a manner not specied by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the instrument may be impaired.
This instrument is not intended for use in a potentially hazardous environment.
In case of emergency, turn off the instrument and then disconnect the electrical cord
from the wall outlet.
I.7 Key Functions
Figure I-3 shows the control keys on the face of the viscometer display panel:
NUMERIC 0 - 9
These keys are used for data entry
ENTER
This key accepts entered data.
STOP / ESCAPE
Stops cone spindle rotation at any time. Exits data
entry eld.
CAP 2000+ VISCOMETER
DELETE
This key clears entered values for input selections.
PRINT
This key sends data to the parallel printer.
RUN
This key starts spindle rotation.
RUN TIME
This key selects time entry mode (time of spindle
rotation).
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Figure I-3
HOLD TIME
This key selects time entry mode (wait time before spindle rotates).
SPINDLE
This key selects the cone spindle entry mode.
TEMP
This key selects the temperature entry mode.
I.8 Viscosity and Temperature Display
Viscosity is displayed in either P=Poise or cP=Centipoise (CGS system) or Pa•s=Pascal
seconds or mPa•s=milliPascal seconds (SI system). If the viscosity measurement is over
range, “EEEE” will be displayed. Brookeld recommends a minimum torque reading of 10%
when making viscosity measurements. If the torque value is between 0 and 10%, the display
will ash to indicate an under range condition. If the viscometer nal reading is below zero,
negative values will be displayed.
Temperature is displayed in °C=degrees centigrade.
I.9 Cleaning
Instrument, Keypad & Painted Surfaces:
Clean with dry, non-abrasive cloth. Do not use solvents or cleaners.
Immersed Components (spindles/cones) and temperature controlled plate:
Note: Sample plate and spindle may be hot. Use care when using solvents.
All immersed components are made of carbide steel. Clean with non-abrasive cloth and
solvent appropriate for sample material that is not aggressive to immersed components.
Do not use metal objects to clean the plate surface, as scratching of the plate may occur
and comporomise cone calibrations.
Solvent Trap:
Solvent Trap (P/N C1K-63) is made of Teon. Clean with non abrasive cloth and solvent
appropriate for sample material that is not aggressive to Teon.
Do not use metal objects to clean the plate surface, as scratching of the plate may
occur and compromise cone calibrations.
Immersed components (cone spindle) may be at an elevated temperature. Use caution
when cleaning hot surfaces. Use caution when applying solvents to hot surfaces. Refer
to the MSDS for the specic solvent for proper handling techniques.
Note: When cleaning, take care not to apply excessive force which may bend the spindle
shaft or otherwise damage the instrument.
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II. GETTING STARTED
II.1 Power On
Turn the power ON using the switch located on the rear of the base console.
The start-up screen will be displayed for four seconds and will indicate the viscometer model,
version number and torque range.
BROOKFIELD
CAP 2000+ VISCOMETER
VERSION 1.10
1.0 CAP
Figure II-1A Figure II-1B
Start-up Screen for High Torque CAP Start-up Screen for Low Torque CAP
CAP 2000+ VISCOMETER
BROOKFIELD
VERSION 1.10
22.7 CAP
After four (4) seconds, the main screen will be displayed (Figure II-2).
0.00P 0.0%
Run 15 Spindle 04
50.0C 900 RPM
Figure II-2
The instrument will be set to the default temperature:
CAP L Series Viscometer 25.0°C
CAP H Series Viscometer 50.0°C
If the CAP 2000+ Viscometer is connected to a PC via the serial port on the rear of the base
console, the main screen display is EXTERNAL.
Special Functions
Units of measure and speed control may be selected through the special functions screen. This
screen is accessed by pressing the STOP key during instrument power up.
The CAP 2000+ can be congured to control speed by either rotations per minute (RPM) or
shear rate (1/SEC). This selection is set by choosing 1=SPEED CONTROL in the special func-
tions screen, then selecting 1=RPM or 2=1/SEC and pressing ENTER.
The CAP 2000+ can be congured to display viscosity in one of four units: Poise (P), Centipoise
(cP), Pascal Seconds (Pa•s) or milliPascal seconds (mPa•s). This selection is set by choos-
2=Units of Measure in the special functions screen, selecting 1=P, 2=cP, 3=Pa•s, or
ing
4=mPa•s, and then pressing ENTER.
Once the CAP 2000+ has been congured, the instrument must be turned OFF. The congura-
tion will be stored in memory.
Note: When operating the CAP 2000+ with shear rate as the method of speed control,
the shear rate value entered may be adjusted based on the shear rate multiplier
for the spindle. For example: if using cone 4 (shear rate multiplier of 3.33), an
entered shear rate of 51 1/SEC will be displayed as 50 1/SEC.
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