IKA ROTAVISC User manual

IKA ROTAVISC

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EU Declaration of conformity ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������6
Explication of warning symbols ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������6
/// Warning symbols
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/// General Symbols
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Safety instructions ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������7
/// General information
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/// Device setup
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/// Working with the device
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/// Accessories
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/// Power supply / Switching off the device
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/// Maintenance
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/// Disposal instructions
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Intended use ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������8
/// Use
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/// Area of use
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Unpacking ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������9
Assembly ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������11
Operator panel and display ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������15
/// Explanation of the control elements
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/// Explanation of symbols on the working screen
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Operation ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������17
/// Switching on and leveling
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/// Device self checking
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/// Place the beaker and tempering bath in proper position
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/// Select spindle
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/// Assemble the selected spindle
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/// Set the test speed (0 ��� 200 rpm)
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/// Start the test
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Menu navigation and structure ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������23
/// Menu navigation
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/// Menu structure
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/// Menu details
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Spindle information ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������30
Interfaces and outputs �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������31
/// USB interface
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/// USB device drivers
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/// RS 232 interface
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/// Command syntax and format
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Connection between the device and external devices�������������������������������������������������32
Error codes ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������33
Maintenance and cleaning �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������33
/// Cleaning
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/// Spare parts order
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/// Repair
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Accessories ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������34
Technical data ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������35
Warranty ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������36
Appendix A “Range coecient“ �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������37
Appendix B “ASTM Specifications“ ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������39
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EU Declaration of conformity
We declare under our sole responsibility that this product corresponds to the directives 2014/35/EU,
2006/42/EC, 2014/30/EU and 2011/65/EU and conforms with the following standards or normative
documents:
EN 61010-1, EN 61010-2-051, EN 61326-1, EN 60529 and EN ISO 12100
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A copy of the complete EU Declaration of Conformity can be requested at sales@ika�com�
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Source language: German
Explication of warning symbols
/// Warning symbols
Indicates an (extremely) hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will
result in death, serious injury�
Danger:
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
can result in
death, serious injury�
Warning:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, can
result in injury�
Caution:
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Indicates practices which, if not avoided, can result in equipment damage�
Notice:
/// General Symbols
Note
Indicates steps of actions that require particular attention�
Position number
Indicates device components relevant to actions�
A–––
Correct / result
Indicates the correct execution or the result of an action step�
Wrong
Indicates the incorrect execution of an action step�
Beep
Indicates steps that audible beeps can be heard�
Safety instructions
/// General information
›
Read the operating instructions completely before starting up and follow the safety
instructions.
› Keep the operating instructions in a place where it can be accessed by everyone�
› Ensure that only trained staff work with the device�
›
Follow the safety instructions, guidelines, occupational health, safety and accident prevention
regulations�
›
The device must only be used in a technically perfect condition�
/// Device setup
›
Set up the device in a spacious area on an even, stable, clean, non-slip, dry and fireproof surface�
› Ensure stable assembly� The vessel used for proceeding must be secured�
› Place the power supply outside the working area of the device�
› All screw connections must be properly tightened�
/// Work with the device
Danger!
› Do not use the device in explosive atmospheres, it is not EX-protected�
› With substances capable of forming an explosive mixture, appropriate safety measures must
be applied, e�g� working under a fume hood�
› To avoid body injury and property damage, observe the relevant safety and accident preven-
tion measures when processing hazardous materials�
Warning!
› The user should ensure that the substances under testing do not release poisonous, toxic or
flammable gases at the temperatures which they are subjected to during the testing�
!Notice!
›
Covers or parts that can be removed from the device without tools must later be refitted to ensure
safe operation� This will prevent the infiltration of foreign objects, liquids and other contaminants�
› The device is not suitable for hand-held operation�
› Do not touch rotating parts during operation!
/// Accessories
› Protect the device and accessories from bumping and impacting�
› Check the device and accessories beforehand for damage each time when you use them� Do
not use damaged components�
› Safe operation is guaranteed only with the use of original IKA accessories�

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lo-vi me-vi / hi-vi I / hi-vi II
+
++
IKARota visc lo-vi
Garanty
AustraliaEurope
Switzerland
USA
China
UK
A
CBD
EGF
HI
K
J
L
AROTAVISC
BExtension arm
CHexagon socket screw
DTemperature sensor clamp
EScrewdriver (AF = 4 mm) DIN ISO 2936
FTemperature sensor
Unpacking
› Please unpack the device carefully;
›
Any damage should be notified immediately to the shipping agent (post office, railway network
or logistics company)�
GUSB cable
HUser guide
IWarranty card
JPower supply unit
KGuard rail / Spindle set (ROTAVISC lo-vi)
L
Guard rail / Spindle set (ROTAVISC me-vi/
hi-vi)
/// Power supply / Switching off the device
› Disconnecting the device from the power outlet only works by removing the power supply
unit from the socket�
› The device must only be operated with the original power supply unit�
› The outlet for the power supply must be easily accessible�
Intended use
/// Disposal instructions
› The device, packaging, accessories and batteries must be disposed of in accordance with
national regulations�
/// Use:
›
The IKA ROTAVISC must be used in conjunction with the IKA ROTASTAND to calculate the vis-
cosity
of a fluid at the given temperature, spindle geometry and rotation speed� The viscosity
is a calculation of resistance against the fluid to flow�
› Intended use: Stand device
/// Area of use
›
Indoor environments similar to that a laboratory of research, teaching, trade or industry area�
›
The safety of the user cannot be guaranteed:
-
if the device is operated with accessories that are not supplied or recommended by the manufac-
turer,
-
if the device is operated improperly or contrary to the manufacture’s specifications,
- if the device or the printed circuit board are modified by third parties�
/// Maintenance
› The device must only be opened by trained specialists, even during repair� The device must
be unplugged from the power supply before opening� Live parts inside the device may still
be live for some time after unplugging from the power supply�

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M
N
OPQ
R
S
MROTASTAND pillar
NROTASTAND base
OScrew washer
PHexagon socket screw (M8)
+
QHexagon socket screw (M4)
R
Screwdriver (AF = 2�5 mm) DIN ISO 2936
SScrewdriver (AF = 5 mm) DIN ISO 2936
Assembly
1 2
1.
2.
1. 2.
43

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1. 2.
1.
2.
7
1.
2.
56
1.
2.
1. 2.
Click
P
u
s
h
8
9
24V
100 mA
LPS
1.
2.
3.
Note: The protection cap protects the coupling nut
and the inside pivot from damage
during transportation�
Keep the protection cap in the hole of the stand in order to avoid missing!

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2.
1.
10 Operator panel and display
Button Designation Function
Lock button Lock / Unlock buttons and control knob
On / Off button Switch on / off device�
Spindle button
Enter spindle search screen menu directly
Graph button Enter profile graph menu directly
Back button Return to previous screen
Menu button Touch it once: Enter main menu screen
Touch it a second time: Back to working screen�
Control knob
(Rotating /Pressing)
Start / Stop the motor for measuring pressing the knob in working screen�
Change the speed by rotating the knob in working screen�
Change the menu setting / value in menu screen�
/// Explanation of the control elements:
τ
None
SP-4
Stop
0mpa.s
rpm
n
0.00
00:00:00 0.0
%
M
PC
T20.0 ºC ρ1.000 g/cm3
DIN-
0.00 Pa 0.0 1/s

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Operation
/// Switching on and levelling:
Note: The short horizontal white line inside the circle is moving vertically and it represents the
rotation around the Y-axis� When it matches the white line, the device will be in balance with
the Y-axis, then the line color will turn from white to green�
The three buttons represent the three stand levelers� The arrows show in which direction they
have to be adjusted (green = up; red = down)�
The other two moving lines:
The red angular line pivoting around the center of the circle represents the rotation of the
device around the X-axis� When the line is horizontal (matching the white line), the device will
be in balance with the X-axis, and then the line color will turn from red to green�
Rotavisc
xx-vi
Version x.x.xxx/x.xx
ON
O
O
ON
N
N
N
O
O
N
O
ON
O
O
ON
N
N
N
O
O
N
O
1x
1
OK
ON
O
O
ON
N
N
N
O
O
N
O
2
/// Explanation of symbols on the working screen:
Symbol Designation Function
Profile symbol Indicate the selected profile�
Accurate mode symbol Indicate the accurate mode is selected�
Balanced mode symbol Indicate the balanced mode is selected�
Fast mode smbol Indicate the fast mode is selected�
Level broken symbol Indicate the device is no longer level�
Lock symbol Indicate the buttons and control knob is locked�
PC PC control symbol Indicate the device is controlled by a PC�
RMP Ramp control symbol Indicate the device is in ramp control mode�
USB connection symbol Indicate the device is communicating via USB
Spindle symbol Indicate the selected spindle
Stop
Stop condition symbol Indicate the stop condition
τShear stress symbol Indicate the measured shear stress of the media�
Shear rate symbol Indicate the measured shear rate of the media�
TTemperature symbol Indicate the measured temperature of the media�
Density symbol Indicate the density of the media�
Running symbol Indicate the device is in running status�
Timer symbol
Indicate the timer function is activated�

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2.
1.
3.
/// Place the beaker and tempering bath in proper position:
Note: Secure the beaker with beaker holder!
> Viscosity > Spindle
Search
Spindle
SP-1
Speed
28.20
rpm
Maximum Viscosity
2269
mpa.s
Accuracy
22
mpa.s
Spindle
SP-4
Speed
28.20
rpm
Maximum Viscosity
226950
mpa.s
Accuracy
2269
mpa.s
ON
O
O
ON
N
N
N
O
O
N
O
ON
O
O
ON
N
N
N
O
O
N
O
ON
O
O
ON
N
N
N
O
O
N
O
2.
ON
O
O
ON
N
N
N
O
O
N
O
1. 2.
1
/// Select spindle:
Self checking ...
Don’t touch the device!
None
Profile 1
SP-1
Stop
0mpa.s
rpm
η
n
0.00
00:00:00 0.0 %
M
Remove the spindle.
Press Knob
ON
O
O
ON
N
N
N
O
O
N
O
/// Device self checking:

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> 10 mm
10 mm
600 ml
≈500ml
› Low form beaker: 600 ml
› (10 % < M
%< 100 %)
Note: In order to get an accurate value, keep the test condition as below:
›
Standard low form beaker: 600 ml
›
Constant temperature
›
No air bubbles attach on the spindle
›
Fluid in the beaker reaches the indentation on the spindle shaft
›
Spindle bottom surface to beaker bottom > 10 mm
›
If a thermostat bath is used, the bath fluid should over the beaker fluid about 10 mm
› Optimum torque trend range:
10 % < M
%< 100 %
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> Viscosity > Spindle
Search
Spindle SP-1
Speed 28.20 rpm
Maximum Viscosity 2,269 mpa.s
Accuracy 22 mpa.s
None
Profile 1
SP-1 Stop
0
mPa.s
rpm
η
n
0.00
00:00:00 0.0
%
M
y
Accuracy
y
>
Viscosit
y
> Spindle
S
earc
h
Spindle
Speed
Maximum Viscosit
y
ON
O
O
ON
N
N
N
O
O
N
O
ON
O
O
ON
N
N
N
O
O
N
O
ON
O
O
ON
N
N
N
O
O
N
O
ON
O
O
ON
N
N
N
O
O
N
O
2
/// Assemble the selected spindle:
!Notice!
The motor should be switched off whenever the spindle is being removed or attached�
Secure and slightly
lift the coupling shaft with one hand and screw the spindle (left-hand
thread) with the other hand�
In order to avoid air bubbles on the spindle, tilt and immerse the spindle into the fluid before screwing it�

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None
Profile 1
SP-1
Stop
0
mpa.s
rpm
η
n
100.00
00:00:00 0.0
%
M
None
Profile 1
SP-1
Stop
83
mpa.s
rpm
η
n
100.00
00:03:10 47.0
%
M
ON
O
O
ON
N
N
N
O
O
N
O
1.
/// Start the test:
Menu navigation and structure
/// Menu navigation
Menu
...
BackBack
Menu
MENU
Viscosity
Vi
scos
i
t
y
None
SP-1 Stop
0mpa.s
rpm
n
0.00
00:00:00 0.0 %
M
Viscosity
Accuracy
Control mode
Density
Spindle
›
Press the “Menu” button�
› Select the menu by rotating the control knob to select the desired menu or sub-menu, which
can then be selected by pressing the control knob�
›
Press or turn the control knob again to select the desired menu option and edit the values or
settings, or activate/deactivate a function�
›
Rotate the control knob to “OK” or press the "Back" button or "Menu" button to end the
procedure and return to the previous menu�
Note: The menu option activated is highlighted blue on the screen�
Navigation menu: Press the “Menu“ button and turn the control knob�
Press the "Back" kutton or the "Menu" button�
Note: If you press the “Menu“ key, the system skips directly back to the working screen�
If you press the “Back“ key, the system skips back to the previous display�
None
Profile 1
SP-1
Stop
0
mpa.s
rpm
η
n
0.00
00:00:00 0.0
%
M
None
Profile 1
SP-1
Stop
0
mpa.s
rpm
η
n
100.00
00:00:00 0.0
%
M
/// Set the test speed (0 ��� 200 rpm):
Note: Select the speed according to the viscosity of the test medium and the selected spindle� No turbulence
may occur in the test medium�

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/// Menu structure
Menu
Viscosity Accuracy
Control mode
Density
Spindle
Accurate
Balanced
Automatic
Fast
Manual
List
Standard spindle
SP-1
Temperature Probe temperature
Display
Calibration Actual temperature
Measuring temperature
Display Temperature
Level meter
Graph
Axis assignment
Shear rate
Shear stress
Temperature
Speed
Torque
Viscosity
Time
Axis scale
Programs Program
Ramp
Stop condition
...
Ramp 1
Program 1
Program 2
...
Ramp 2
Torque
Timer
Temperature
Viscosity
None
Higher limit
Lower limit
Higher limit
Lower limit
Factory setting
-
-
-
1.000 g/cm3
Search Spindle
Speed
Maximum viscosity
Accuracy
SP-x
x.xx rpm
0 mPa·s
0 mPa·s
-
-
25.5 ºC
25.5 ºC
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
00:00:00
0 %
0 %
0 ºC
0 ºC
0 mPa·s
Profile
...
Profile 1
Profile 2
-
-
Safety Password 000
Settings Language
Unit
German
English
Temperature
Viscosity
°C
°F (not available for Japan)
-
m2/s (SI) - Kin Visc
cP - Dyn Visc
cSt - Kin Visc
mPa·s - Dyn Visc
-
-
-
Display
Firmware Update Screen
Background Black
White
-
-
100
Sound Volume
Factory Settings
Communication Device Name ROTAVISC
Information Viscosity
Software
Control mode
Density
Version
Spindle
1.000 g/cm3
SP-x
Manual
x.x.xxx/x.xx
Firmware Update Screen x.x.xxx/x.xx
...
-
-
/// Menu details:
Viscosity:
Accuracy:
In this menu, you can select different measuring modes�
1� Accurate: Provides higher accuracy on measuring result but needs longer measuring time�
2� Balanced: Provides a balanced measuring accuracy and measuring time�
3� Fast: Provides a fast measuring but with lower accuracy�
Control mode:
In this menu, you can select different control modes�
1� Automatic: After you select the required spindle, the device will find a suitable measuring speed�
2� Manual: You need select required spindle and also set a suitable measuring speed�
Density:
In this menu, you can set the fluid density from 0 to 9�999 g/cm3for kinematic viscosity measuring�
SP-2
...
SP-12
Spiral
DIN
S-SP
DIN-SP-5
ELVAS
VOL
ELVAS-SP
VOL-SP-2.1
DIN-SP-6
DIN-SP-7
VOL-SP-3.8
...
VOL-SP-9.4
VAN
VAN-SP-1
VAN-SP-2
...
VAN-SP-4
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-

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Spindle:
In this menu, you can select a required spindle for measuring�
1� List: According to the rough viscosity of the media to select a required spindle from the spindle list under
different spindle groups (Standard spindle, Spiral, ELVAS���)� A tick (
√
) show the selected spindle and group�
2� Search: According to required speed and rough viscosity of the media to select a required spindle�
Note: The maximum viscosity (full scale range) can be automatically calculated basing on the selected spin-
dle, the speed and the integrated spring series (lo-vi/me-vi/hi-vi I/hi-vi II)
�
Temperature:
Probe Temperature:
In this menu, you can check the temperature of the media when the temperature sensor is connected�
Display:
In this menu, you can specify the measured temperature value on the screen� A tick (√) show that the option
is activated�
Calibration:
In this menu, you can calibrate the connected temperature sensor with help of an external standard reference
temperature thermometer�
Note: The temperature sensor must
be calibrated whenever it is replaced or changed, or if a new temperature
sensor is installed� The temperature
sensor supplied with the system is calibrated in factory�
Display:
Temperature:
In this menu, you can specify the measured temperature value on the screen� A tick (√) show that the option
is activated�
Level meter:
In this menu, you can check the levelling status of the device�
Graph:
Axis Assignment:
In this menu you can select 2 parameters from the 7 options (shear rate, shear stress, speed���) for axis
assignment� The ticks (√) show that the options that are activated� The selected parameters will be used for
the graph in the profile�
Axis scale:
When parameter “Time“ is not selected, the menu option “Axis scale“ is disabled and shown in grey color�
When you select “Time“ as one axis, the “Axis scale” gets enabled and can be edited� You can select 15, 30,
60 or 120 minutes as the axis scale� The selected scale will be used for the graph in the profile�
Program:
Program:
In this menu, 5 user-defined “speed-time” profiles can be created� A program can consist of up to 10 segments�
Once a program has been selected, the following options are available:
1� Start:
Starts the program upon request of loop mode�
Infinite loop: Upon completion of the last segment, the program continues with the first segment until
the user ends the program by stopping a device function�
Loop count: Indicates the total number of loop cycles until program end�
When the selected program is started by pressing on menu option “Start” with
rotary/push knob, screen
reminds the user to confirm the program (PR) control� Press “OK” with
rotary/push knob to start the
program control�
Note: At the end of the program all device functions are switched off�
2� Edit:
Edit/change the selected program by pressing on the button “Edit“ with rotary/push knob�
Start to edit the selected program parameters (speed and time ) by pressing on the selected program� You
can “Edit”, “Delete“, “Insert“ and “Save“ the program segment with the rotary/push knob�
When you edit the program for at least one segment, symbol ( ) for respective program will appear�
In a program, user can define up to 10 program segments� The selected program segment is highlighted
in blue color� Then, the user can edit, delete, insert or save segment in this program by rotating/pressing
on the rotary/push knob�
When editing a parameter (Speed / Time), press the rotary/push knob on the selected parameter� The
highlighted cursor changed into yellow color indicate that parameter can be edited by rotating the rotary/
push knob�
When the “Back” button is pressed after editing, the program is saved after pressing on “OK“ as reminding
in the screen�
3� Delete:
Delete the selected program by pressing on the button “Delete“ with rotary/push knob�
If a selected program is deleted by pressing on menu option “Delete” with rotary/push knob, all the program
parameters will be emptied�
The symbol ( ) disappears�
4� View:
View the “Speed (rpm)-Timer (hh:mm:ss)“ graph of the selected program by pressing on the button “View“
with rotary/push knob�
5� Rename:
Rename the selected program by pressing on the button “Rename“ with rotary/push knob�

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Safety:
Password:
In the “Password” menu, the menu settings can be locked by a 3-digit password�
Setting:
Languages:
The “Languages“ option allows the user to select the desired language by turning and pressing the rotary/
push knob� A tick (√) indicates the language that is set for the system�
Units:
The ”Units“ option allows the user to select the desired unit for displaying the temperature and viscosity� A
tick (√) indicates the unit that is set for the system�
Display:
The ”Display“ option allows the user to change the background color of the home screen�
Sound:
The ”Sound” option allows the user to set the volume�
Factory Settings:
Select the ”Factory settings” option by turning and pressing the rotary/push knob� The system requests
confirmation to restore the factory settings� Pressing the ”OK” button resets all the system settings to the
original standard values set at dispatch from the factory (see “Menu structure”)�
Communication:
The ”Device name” menu option allows you to edit the device name�
Information:
The ”Information” option offers the user an overview of the most important system settings of the device�
Ramp:
In this menu, 5 user-defined “Ramp” files can be created� In every ramp file, the user can define below
parameters:
1� Mode: The user can define the control mode as “Accurate”, “Balance“ or “Fast“� For details, see “Accu-
racy“ under menu option “Viscosity“�
2� Start: The user can define the start speed (0�01 to 200 rpm) for spindle�
3� End: The user can define the end speed (0�01 to 200 rpm) for spindle�
4� Step: The user can define step (2 to 20) for ramp control�
5� Loop Back: The user can define the loop back as “On“ or “Off“ for the ramp control�
Stop Condition:
In this menu, the user can define different conditions for stopping the device:
1� Timer: The user can defined a specific time that at which the measurement stops� The device shows the
obtained viscosity value on the display�
2� Torque: The user can defined a torque range that at which the measurement stops� The device shows the
obtained viscosity value on the display�
3� Temperature: The user can defined a temperature range that at which the measurement stops� The device
shows the obtained viscosity value on the display�
4� Viscosity: The user can defined viscosity value that at which the measurement stops� The device shows
the obtained viscosity value on the display�
5� None: When this option is activated, the function of "Stop Condition" is disabled�
Profile:
Load:
In the “Load” menu, the user can define all setting in last operation as a profile�
Delete:
In the “Delete” menu, the user can delete the loaded profile�
Rename:
In the “Rename” menu, the user can edit the profile name as required�
Note: The profile name can include at maximum 15 letters or numbers�

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Spindle
lo-vi (mPa·s)
SP-1: (Ø = 18�8 mm)
30 ��� 6�0 x 10
3
SP-2: (Ø = 18�7 mm)
150 ��� 30 x 103
SP-3: (Ø = 12�6 mm)
600 ��� 120 x 10
3
SP-4: (Ø = 3�2 mm)
3 x 10
3
��� 600 x 10
3
Ø
Ø
Ø
Ø
Spindle information
/// Spindle (lo-vi): Viscosity full-scale range based on speed: 1��� 200 rpm
/// Spindle (me-vi/hi-vi I / hi-vi II): Viscosity
full-scale range
based on speed:
1��� 200
rpm
Spindle
me-vi (mPa·s) hi-vi I (mPa·s) hi-vi II (mPa·s)
SP-7: (Ø = 46�9 mm) 200 ��� 40 x 103
400 ��� 80 x 103
1600 ��� 320 x 103
SP-8: (Ø = 34�7 mm) 500 ��� 100 x 103
1 x 103��� 200 x 1034 x 103��� 800 x 103
SP-9: (Ø = 27�3 mm)
1 x 10
3
��� 200 x 10
3
2 x 103��� 400 x 1038 x 103��� 1�6 x 106
SP-10: (Ø = 21�1 mm)
2 x 103��� 400 x 103
4 x 10
3
��� 800 x 10
3
16 x 10
3
��� 3�2 x 10
6
SP-11: (Ø = 14�6 mm) 5 x 103��� 1 x 106
10 x 103��� 2 x 106
40 x 103��� 8 x 106
SP-12: (Ø = 3�2 mm)
20 x 103��� 4 x 106
40 x 103���8 x 106
160 x 10
3
��� 32 x 10
6
Ø
Ø
Ø
Ø
Ø
Ø
Interfaces and outputs
The device can be operated by computer via an RS 232 or USB port using labworldsoft®labo-
ratory software�
The device software can also be updated with a PC via the RS 232 or USB port�
Note: Please comply with the system requirements together with the operating instructions
and help section included with the software�
/// USB interface:
The Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a serial bus for connecting the device to the PC� Equipped with
USB devices can be connected to a PC during operation (hot plugging)� Connected devices and
their properties are automatically recognized� The USB port can also be used to update firmware�
/// USB device drivers:
First, download the latest driver for IKA devices with USB port from:
http://www.ika.com/ika/lws/download/usb-driver.zip
Install the driver by running the setup file� Then connect the IKA device through the USB data
cable to the PC�
The data communication is via a virtual COM port�
/// RS 232 interface:
Configuration
› The functions of the interface connections between the device and the automation system
are chosen from the signals specified in EIA standard RS 232 in accordance with DIN 66 020
Part 1�
› For the electrical characteristics of the interface and the allocation of signal status, standard
RS 232 applies in accordance with DIN 66 259 Part 1�
› Transmission procedure: asynchronous character transmission in start-stop mode�
› Type of transmission: full duplex�
› Character format: character representation in accordance with data format in DIN 66 022 for
start-stop mode� 1 start bit; 7 character bits; 1 parity bit (even); 1 stop bit�
› Transmission speed: 9600 bit/s�
› Data flow control: none
› Access procedure: data transfer from the device to the computer takes place only at the comput-
er’s request�
/// Command syntax and format:
The following applies to the command set:
›
Commands are generally sent from the computer (Master) to the device (Slave)�
›
The device sends only at the computer’s request� Even fault indications cannot be sent spon-
taneously from the device to the computer (automation system)�
›
Commands are transmitted in capital letters�
›
Commands and parameters including successive parameters are separated by at least one
space (Code: hex 0x20)�
›
Each individual command (incl� parameters and data) and each response are terminated with
Blank CR LF (Code: hex 0x0d hex 0x0A) and have a maximum length of 80 characters�
›
The decimal separator in a number is a dot (Code: hex 0x2E)�

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Commands Function
IN_NAME Read device name�
RESET Switch to normal operation mode
IN_PV_3 Read external actual temperature
IN_PV_4 Read the actual speed (rpm)
IN_PV_5 Read the actual torque (M%)
IN_PV_80 Read visicocity
IN_PV_82 Read shear rate
IN_PV_83 Read shear stress
IN_PV_84 Read density
OUT_SP_4 X
(X = 0 ��� 200)
Adjust the rated speed value
OUT_SP_81 n Select spindle
START_4
Start the motor
STOP_4 Stop the motor
IN_SOFTWARE_ID Read software ID and version
/// Connection between the device and external devices:
PC 1�1 Cable: This cable is required to connect RS 232 port to a PC�
1
2 RxD
3 TxD
4
5 GND
6
7 RTS
8 CTS
9
1
RxD 2
TxD 3
4
GND 5
6
RTS 7
CTS 8
9
PC
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
USB 2�0 Cable (A – micro B): This cable is required to connect USB port to a PC�
USB 2.0 micro B USB 2.0 A
A
Error codes
The fault is shown by an error message on the display if the error occurs�
Proceed as follows in such case:
› Switch the device off�
› Carry out corrective measures�
› Restart the device�
Error message Cause Effect Correction
Error 1 cable or motor disc sensor
damaged
motor disc no feedback signal send back to service
Error 2 cable or spring disc sensor
damaged
spring disc no feedback signal send back to service
Error 4 motor or motor driver
damaged
device can't work send back to service
If the action described fails to resolve the fault or another error code is displayed then take
one of the following steps:
›
Contact the service department
›
Send the device for repair, including a short description of the fault�
Maintenance and cleaning
The device is maintenance-free� It is only subject to the natural wear and tear of components
and their statistical failure rate�
/// Cleaning:
› For cleaning disconnect the mains plug!
› Use only cleaning agents which have been approved by IKA to clean IKA devices�
These are water (with tenside) and isopropanol�
› Wear protective gloves during cleaning the device�
› Electrical device may not be placed in the cleansing agent for the purpose of cleaning�
› Do not allow moisture to get into the device when cleaning�
› Before using another than the recommended method for cleaning or decontamination, the
user must ascertain with IKA that this method does not destroy the device�
/// Spare parts order:
When ordering spare parts, please give:
› device type
,
› s
erial number, see type plate,
›
item and designation of the spare part see www.ika.com,
›
software version�
The above details correspond as far as possible to the recommendations of the NAMUR work-
ing party (NAMUR recommendations for the design of electrical plug connections for analogue
and digital signal transmission on individual items of laboratory control equipment, rev� 1�1)�
The NAMUR commands and the additional specific IKA commands commissioning serve only
as low level commands for communication between the device and the PC� With a suitable ter-
minal or communications program these commands can be transmitted directly to the device�
The IKA software package, Labworldsoft®, provides a convenient tool for controlling device
and collecting data under MS Windows, and includes graphical entry features, for motor speed
ramps for example�

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Technical data
General data
Nominal voltage VDC 24
Power input W 24
Motor rating output W 4�8
Operating mode Automatic / Manual
Guard rail lo-vi / me-vi, hi-vi I, hi-vi II
Spindle set lo-vi / me-vi, hi-vi I, hi-vi II
Support rod diameter mm 16
Basic container volume ml 600 (low form beaker)
Interface USB, RS 232
Permissible ambient temperature °C + 5 ��� +40
Permissible relative humidity %
80
IP code according to EN 60529 IP 40
Dimensions (W × D × H) (without support rod) mm 130 × 176 × 305
Weight kg 2�3
Operation at a terrestrial altitude m max� 2000
Viscosity measuring function
Max� measuring viscosity: lo-vi
me-vi
hi-vi I
hi-vi II
mPa·s 6�0 x 106
40 x 106
80 x 106
320 x 106
Viscosity accuracy % ± 1 of full scale range
Viscosity repeatablility % ± 0�2 of full scale range
Speed range rpm 0�01 ��� 200
Speed setting accuracy: in range 0�01��� 1 rpm
in range 1��� 200 rpm
rpm 0�01
0�1
Speed display TFT LCD
Max� permitted density
kg/dm
3
9�999
Direction of rotation counterclockwise
Torque measuring function
Torque display TFT LCD
Torque measurement M%
Overload protection yes
Temperature measuring function
Connection for external temperature sensor
PT 100
Working temperature °C -100 ��� 300
Working temperature display TFT LCD
Temperature measurement resolution K 0�1
Temperature measurement accuracy:
-100 °C ��� +150 °C
150 °C ��� +300 °C
K 0�1+tolerance PT 100 (DIN EN 60751 class A)
0�2+tolerance PT 100 (DIN EN 60751 class A)
Timer function
Timer display TFT LCD
Timer setting range min� 0 ��� 6000
Power supply
Input voltage VAC
A
Hz
100 ��� 240
0�6
50 / 60
Output VDC
W
24 VDC
24 LPS (limited power source)
Protection class 2 (double insulated)
Accessories
›
ROTAVISC lo-vi standard spindle series
›
ROTAVISC me-vi standard spindle series
›
VAN-1: Van spindle
›
DINS-1: DIN adapter
›
ELVAS-1: Extremely low viscosity adapter
›
VOLS-1: Low volume adapter
›
SAS-1: Spiral adapter
› Standard silicon oil CAL-0-5 to CAL-0-10000
For further accessiores see www.ika.com�
/// Repair:
› Please only send devices in for repair that have been cleaned and are free of materials which
might present health hazards�
› For repair, please request the “Safety Declaration (Decontamination Certificate)” from
IKA or use the download printout of it from IKA website at www.ika.com�
› If your appliance requires repair, return it in its original packaging� Storage packaging is not
sucient when sending the device - also use appropriate transport packaging�

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Warranty
› In accordance with IKA warranty conditions, the warranty period is 24 months� For claims
under the warranty please contact your local dealer� You may also send the machine direct to
our factory, enclosing the delivery invoice and giving reasons for the claim� You will be liable
for freight costs�
› The warranty does not cover worn out parts, nor does it apply to faults resulting from improp-
er use, insucient care or maintenance not carried out in accordance with the instructions in
this operating manual�
Appendix A “Range coecient“
Using the “Range coecient“, the maximum viscosity that can be measured with a specific
spindle can be quickly determined�
1� Identify the selected spindle and the viscometer spring sensor (lo-vi/me-vi/hi-vi l/hi-vi ll)�
2� Find the “Range coecient“ in below table�
3� Divide the range coecient by the spindle speed�
E�g�: If you choose me-vi viscometer with SP-6 spindle: Range coecient is 10,000�
At speed of 10 rpm, the maximum viscosity (mPa·s) is 10,000/10=1,000 mPa·s
Spindle lo-vi me-vi hi-vi l hi-vi II
SP-1 6,000 64,000 128,000 512,000
SP-2 30,000 320,000 640,000 2,560,000
SP-3 120,000 1,280,000 2,560,000 10,240,000
SP-4 600,000 6,400,000 12,800,000 51,200,000
SP-5 1,200,000 12,800,000 25,600,000 102,400,000
SP-6 937 10,000 20,000 80,000
SP-7 3,750 40,000 80,000 320,000
SP-8 9,375 100,000 200,000 800,000
SP-9 18,750 200,000 400,000 1,600,000
SP-10 37,500 400,000 800,000 3,200,000
SP-11 93,750 1,000,000 2,000,000 8,000,000
SP-12 375,000 4,000,000 8,000,000 32,000,000
S-SP 98,400 1,050,000 2,100,000 8,400,000
ELVAS-SP 600 6,400 12,800 51,200
DIN-SP-5 1,144 12,200 24,400 97,600
DIN-SP-6 3,420 36,500 73,000 292,000
DIN-SP-7 11,340 121,300 242,600 970,400
VOL-SP-2.1 117,200 1,250,000 2,500,000 10,000,000
VOL-SP-3.8 46,880 500,000 1,000,000 4,000,000
VOL-SP-4.2 120,000 1,280,000 2,560,000 10,240,000
VOL-SP-6.7 3,000 32,000 64,000 256,000
VOL-SP-7.1 4,688 50,000 100,000 400,000
VOL-SP-16.1 480,000 5,120,000 10�240,000 40,960,000
VOL-SP-10.4 23,440 250,000 500,000 2,000,000
VOL-SP-11.0 46,880 500,000 1,000,000 4,000,000
VOL-SP-13.5 93,750 1,000,000 2,000,000 8,000,000
VOL-SP-9.0 30,000 320,000 640,000 2,560,000
VOL-SP-9.4 60,000 640,000 1,280,000 5,120,000

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Appendix B “ASTM Specifications“
The following ASTM specifications describe the use of IKA viscometers and accessories�
D 115-17 Methods of Testing Varnishes Used for Electrical Insulation
D 789-15 Test Methods for Determination of Relative Viscosity, Melting Point, and Moisture Content
of Polyamide (PA)
D 1076-15 Specification for Rubber-Concentrated, Ammonia Preserved, Creamed and Centrifuged
Natural Latex
D 1417-16 Methods of Testing Rubber Latices- Synthetic
D 1439-15 Methods of Testing Sodium Carboxymethyl-cellulose
D 1824-16 Test Method for Apparent Viscosity of Plastisols and Organosols at Low Shear Rates by
Brookfield Viscometer
D 2196-15 Test Methods for Rheological Properties on Non-Newtonian Materials by Rotational
(Brookfield) Viscometer
D 2364-15 Standard Methods of Testing Hydroxyethyl-cellulose
D 2556-14
Test Method for Apparent Viscosity of Adhesives Having Shear Rate Dependent Flow Properties
D 2669-16
Test Method for Apparent Viscosity of Petroleum Waxes Compounded With Additives (Hot Melts)
D 2983-17 Test Method for Low-Temperature Viscosity of Automotive Fluid Lubricants Measured by
the Brookfield Viscometer
D 3236-15
Test Method for Apparent Viscosity of Hot Melt Adhesives and Coating Materials (Reapproved
1999)
D 3468-99 Standard Specification for Liquid- Applied Neoprene and Chlorosulfonated Polyethylene
Used in Roofing and Waterproofing
D 3716-14 Method of Testing Emulsion Polymers for Use in Floor Polishes
D 3791-90 Standard Practice for Evaluating the Effects of Heat on Asphalts
D 4046-14 Test Method for Viscosity of Chemical Grouts by the Brookfield Viscometer (Laboratory
Method)
D 4889-15 Standard Test Methods for Polyurethane Raw Materials: Determination of Viscosity of
Crude or Modified Isocyanates
D 5018-89 Standard Test Method for Shear Viscosity of Coal-Tar and Petroleum Pitches (Reapproved
1999)
D 5133-01 Standard Test Method for Low Temperature, Low Shear Rate, Viscosity/Temperature
Dependence of Lubricating Oils Using a Temperature-Scanning Technique
D6267-13
Standard Test Method for Apparent Viscosity of Hydrocarbon Resins at Elevated Temperatures
D6895-06
Standard Test Method for Rotational Viscosity of Heavy Duty Diesel Drain Oils at 100°C
D4402-15
Standard Test Method For Viscosity Determination Of Asphalt At Elevated Temperatures Using
A Rotational Viscometer
D6080-12a
Standard Practice for Defining the Viscosity Characteristics of Hydraulic Fluids
Spindle lo-vi me-vi hi-vi l hi-vi II
VAN-SP-1 2,456 26,200 52,400 459,600
VAN-SP-2 10,404 111,000 222,000 888,000
VAN-SP-3 50,146 535,000 1,070,000 4,280,000
VAN-SP-4 508,954 5,430,000 10,860,000 43,4440,000
VAN-SP-5 199,645 2,130,000 4,260,000 8,520,000
T-SP-1 18,750 200,000 400,000 1,600,000
T-SP-2 37,440 400,000 800,000 3,200,000
T-SP-3 93,600 1,000,000 2,000,000 8,000,000
T-SP-4 187,200 2,000,000 4,000,000 16,000,000
T-SP-5 468,000 5,000,000 10,000,000 40,000,000
T-SP-6 936,000 10,000,000 20,000,000 80,000,000
For measuring spindles of SP-1, SP-2, SP-6 and ELVAS-SP, experiment has verified approximate
turbulence transition situations in the following conditions:
1� SP-1 lo-vi spindle, 15 mPa·s at 60 rpm, rpm/mPa·s = 4;
2� SP-2 lo-vi spindle, 100 mPa·s at 200 rpm, rpm/mPa·s = 2
3� SP-6 me-vi spindle, 100 mPa·s at 50 rpm, rpm/mPa·s = 0�5
4� ELVAS-SP, 0�85 mPa·s at 60 rpm, rpm/mPa·s = 70�6
If the rpm/mPas ratio exceeds above values, turbulent situation may occur to the spindles listed
above�
For measuring spindles ranging from VAN-SP-1 to VAN-SP-4:
Artificially higher viscosity readings may be introduced by turbulence at speeds of above 10 rpm�
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