The flash point tester eraflash is fully compliant with the Continuously Closed Cup flash point testing techniques ASTM D6450, ASTM D7094, and the European equivalent IP620. ASTM D7094 demonstrates no statistical bias over the previous ASTM D93 Pensky Martens technique. The sample volume is only 2 mL. During measurements, an electric arc burns the sample vapor, and the analyzer determines the flash point based on the pressure change inside the closed cup. Flashpoint testing has never been safer or easier.
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Standards
- ASTM D6450
- ASTM D7094
- IP 620
- SH/T 0768
Correlations
- ASTM D56
- ASTM D93
- ASTM D3828
- DIN 51758
- IP 34
- IP 170
- ISO 2719
- ISO 3679
- ISO 3680
- ISO 13736
- JIS K2265
ASTM D7094 and ASTM D6450
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ASTM D6450 was the first Continuously Closed Cup Flash Point (CCCFP), with a sample capacity of only 1 ml. A modified successor approach was created to increase the correlation with the well-known ASTM D93 Pensky Martens method.
ASTM D7094 (Modified CCCFP) uses 2 ml of sample volume and a different heating rate than ASTM D6450, resulting in no statistical bias to ASTM D93 (Pensky Martens). This was confirmed by an ASTM round-robin test in 2004.
This round-robin demonstrated that the real repeatability and reproducibility of ASTM D7094 are up to 50% higher than the numbers specified in ASTM D93.
Fuel Specifications Testing
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In December 2013, ASTM D7094 was accepted as the first official alternative for fuel specification testing because it produces equal results to ASTM D93 and even outperforms it in terms of reproducibility.
- Fuel oil (ASTM D396)
- Diesel fuel (ASTM D975)
- Gas turbine fuel oil (ASTM D2880)
- Kerosene (ASTM D3699)
- Diesel Fuel, Biodiesel Blend (ASTM D7467)
Unmatched Range Meets High Performance
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eralytics' unique PBT - Peltier Boost Technology® enables flash point testing below 0 °C (32 °F) and above 200 °C (392 °F) with a single instrument. This method separates the Peltier elements from the oven during the heating process, preventing them from being damaged by high temperatures.
Furthermore, the Peltier elements can be employed to cool down at temperatures that would typically damage them. Thus, the turnaround time is greatly reduced. Furthermore, PBT makes eraflash the only flash point tester on the market that can operate in temperatures ranging from -25 °C (-13 °F) to 420 °C (788 °F).
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High Sample throughput with Minimum Maintenance
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The unique PBT - Peltier Boost Technology® enables unparalleled heating and cooling rates, which, combined with the low sample volume, greatly reduces the turnaround time for flash point testing. The CPT - Contamination Prevention Technology™ combines superior electrode protection and self-cleaning methods, reducing cleaning and maintenance time and enhancing sample throughput.
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ERAFLASH – The Safe Side of Flash Point Testing
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- Inherently safe with no open flame
- A relatively small sample volume of 1-2 mL is required
- Fully compliant with ASTM D6450, ASTM D7094, IP620
- Measurement of fuels, lubricants, fragrances, flavors, paints
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ERAFLASH Operation Video
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Technical Specifications
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| Available Test Methods |
ASTM D6450, ASTM D7094, IP620, SH/T 0768,
US D.O.T / RCRA / NAVY and NATO reference methods |
Pre-Programmed
Correlation Methods to… |
Pensky Martens Closed Cup: ASTM D93, EN ISO 2719, DIN 51758, IP34, JIS K2265
TAG Closed Cup: ASTM D56
Abel Pensky Closed Cup: ISO 13736, IP170
Small Scale Closed Cup and Flash / No Flash methods: EN ISO 3679, EN ISO 3680, ASTM D3828 |
Fuel Specifications
(ASTM D7094) |
ASTM D396, ASTM D975, ASTM D2880, ASTM D3699, ASTM D7467 |
| Speed Tests |
Fast screening test programs for unknown samples |
| PBT – Peltier Boost Technology® |
High-speed heating & cooling
-25 °C to 420 °C (-13 °F to 788 °F) with a single analyzer |
| CPT – Contamination Prevention Technology™ |
Advanced electrode protection and self-cleaning ignition system to minimize cleaning and maintenance |
| Combustion Graphics™ |
Display of combustion characteristics for contamination analysis |
| QuickCal™ |
In-situ calibration with eralytics unique calibration cups without the need of dismantling the instrument |
| Fuel Dilution Program |
Automatic fuel dilution measurement for the analysis of used engine oils |
| QC Mode |
Built-in quality control mode, including on-screen QC charts |
| Temperature Range |
0 °C to 200 °C (32 °F to 390 °F) stand alone. No external cooling is required.
Down to -25 °C (-13 °F) oven temperature with external cooling
Up to 420 °C (788 °F) with optional High Temperature Module |
| Temperature Stability |
0.1 °C (0.2 °F) |
| Sample Throughput |
Up to 12 samples per hour |
| Sample Volume |
1 mL (ASTM D6450), 2 mL (ASTM D7094, IP620) |
| Sample Cups |
Nickle plated aluminum, stainless steel cups available upon request |
| Result Database |
Over 100,000 detailed test reports stored in internal memory |
| Alarm Tracking |
All alarm messages are stored in the database together with the result |
| Display |
Industry proven 8.4″ multilingual color touchscreen |
| Languages |
English, German, French, Spanish, Russian, Chinese
Additional languages available upon request |
| Interfaces |
Built-in PC with Ethernet, USB and RS232 interfaces
Wifi via external USB dongle
Direct LIMS connectivity and output to printer or PC
Optional input by external keyboard, mouse and barcode / QR-code reader |
| Remote Control |
Remote service capability via Ethernet interface |
| PC Software |
erasoft rcs – remote control Windows® software for multi-instrument remote control, convenient data transfer and result analysis |
| Operating Conditions |
Temperature range 10 °C to 40 °C
Humidity up to 90% RH, non-condensing |
| Power Requirements |
Auto-switching 85-264 V AC, 47-63 Hz, max. 150 W (multi-voltage power supply)
Field application: 12 V DC (vehicle battery) adapter available |
| Dimensions / Weight |
(W x D x H) = 24.4 x 32.9 x 34.8 cm (9.6 x 12.9 x 13.7 in) / 10.5 kg (23.1 lb) |