• Rapid Plastimeter
  • Rapid Plastimeter

Rapid Plastimeter

Model : EKT-2003RP
The EKT-2003RP is a professional-grade Rapid Plastimeter system designed for ASTM D3194 and ISO 2930 compliance. It features a computerized plastimeter with precise deflection sensors and a 4-tray ageing chamber capable of holding 48 samples. The system automatically calculates the Plasticity Retention Index (PRI) to evaluate the heat resistance of raw natural rubber.

Precision Plasticity & High-Throughput Ageing

Advanced Digital Plastimeter

The EKT-2003RP utilizes two circular parallel platens and a precise deflection sensor to measure raw rubber plasticity. The integrated computer system automatically calculates the PRI (Plasticity Retention Index) by comparing aged and unaged readings, providing immediate, error-free results for grading and heat resistance evaluation.

High-Capacity Ageing Chamber

Critical for high-volume laboratories, the EKT-2003RP Ageing Chamber is designed for speed and consistency.

  • 4 Independent Heating Chambers: Holds up to 48 pieces (12 samples per tray).
  • Rapid Recovery: Temperature stabilizes in < 2 minutes after sample insertion, ensuring ASTM compliance.
  • Stable 140°C environment for precise thermal degradation studies.

Technical Specifications (EKT-2003RP System)

Main Plastimeter Unit
Standards ASTM D3194, ISO 2930
Platen Size Upper/Lower: 10 mm Diameter
Compression Force 100N
Testing Conditions 100°C (Optional 60~180°C) | 15s Condition, 15s Load
Integrated Ageing Chamber
Sample Capacity 48 pieces total (4 Trays x 12 samples)
Ageing Temperature 140°C
Temp. Recovery Time < 2 minutes
Heating Chambers 4 Independent Zones

Frequently Asked Questions: EKT-2003RP

Why is "Temperature Recovery Time" so important for PRI testing? ▼
ASTM D3194 specifies a precise 30-minute ageing cycle at 140°C. If the chamber temperature drops significantly and stays low when the samples are inserted, the actual "effective" ageing time at the target temperature will be less than 30 minutes, leading to an artificially high and inaccurate PRI value. The EKT-2003RP's rapid recovery time of less than 2 minutes ensures that the specimen is exposed to the full 140°C thermal stress for the correct duration.
Is the specimen cutter included in the EKT-2003RP package? ▼
Yes. The EKT-2003RP is a complete turn-key solution for PRI measurement. Each system includes the computerized Plastimeter, the Ageing Chamber (with 4 trays and 16 dishes), and a dedicated specimen cutter to ensure every test sample meets the precise volume and dimensional requirements of international standards.