Model: TA106 Inko

The Model 106 Electronic Inkometer features advanced microprocessor control, it provides the highest accuracy and efficiency for research and development, quality control and process evaluation.

Simulating the dynamic conditions that occur in the printing process, the Inkometer provides reliable data on ink tack. It measures the integrated forces involved in ink film splitting and the effects of speed, film thickness, temperature and solvent evaporation on these forces.

The test results are numerical values (in gram-meters) for the torque required to “work” the ink film at known rates, with
predetermined film thickness and temperature. These torque readings are actually measurements of the tack of the ink.

The Electronic Inkometer simplifies ink testing with push-button operation and a digital display of temperature, tack, RPM and test time. It operates at fixed speeds of 150, 400, 800, 1200 and 2000 RPM and has variable speeds up to 3000 RPM (4000 RPM optional). Tack readings are displayed, printed and transmitted at either 10, 30 or 60 seconds. A built-in printer automatically prints the results of a 10-minute ink stability test.

The Inkometer consists of an upper composition covered roller, a vibrator composition covered roller and a temperature controlled roller. The Upper roller is available for testing conventional inks and UV inks.

The temperature is controlled by circulat ing water through it. The control unit is free-standing and utilizes a refrigerated bath circulator with stainless steel reservoir.

Applications:
• Coatings

Features:
• Microprocessor-based electronics for
high reliability
• Push-button operation simplifies
testing
• Automatic mode for quick and easy
test flow
• Fixed and varied speeds
• Calibration weights included
• RS-232 interface for ink stability curve
• Built-in printer

Standards:
• ASTM D4361

Options:
Recorders
A single-pen chart recorder and an X-Y recorder are available.
Optional Output
Parallel BCD and RS-232 output are available as replacement options for multiplexed BCD.

Dimensions:
Main Unit
• H: 457mm
• W: 914mm
• D: 457mm   
• Weight: 151kg

Temperature Controller
• H: 533mm
• W: 216mm
• D: 455mm   
• Weight: 28.6kg