MDR 3000 Professional

ISO 13145, ISO 6502, ASTM D 5289, ASTM D 6204, ASTM D 6601, ASTM D 6048, ASTM D 7050, ASTM D 7605, DIN 53529

Entry model instrument in the Rubber Process Analyzer (RPA) technology. The MDR 3000 Prof. can be operated either in static testing mode (MDR) or also in dynamic testing mode (RPA).

Static and dynamic testing

The MDR 3000 Professional is designed for measuring the viscoelastic properties of polymers and elastomeric compounds before, during and after cure. The acquired data gives exact information about advanced material properties, processability, cure characteristics, cure speed, and the behavior of the compound at the after-cure, as well as final compound dynamic mechanical properties.

The MDR 3000 Professional is a unique hybrid testing system; it can be operated in static testing (MDR) mode and with a single click in the MonControl Software, be switched over into dynamic testing (RPA) operation mode. This provides the highest possible flexibility to the user as the MDR 3000 Professional can cover everyday routine QC tasks by working like a normal static Moving Die Rheometer at highest accuracy, repeatability and reproducibility while offering full Rubber Process Analyzer testing capabilities for even complex R&D testing, allowing the user to program, execute and evaluate arbitrary test sequences with the included MonControl Software.

The instrument is equipped with MonTech‘s unique, patented direct precision drive system, offering variable oscillation amplitude and frequency along with precision temperature control, enabling testing according to almost every DIN / ISO and ASTM test standard in reference to Moving Die Rheometers and Rubber Process Analyzers.

Due to the rugged and flexible construction and various options such as cooling and automation, this device can be used for extended quality control and production monitoring purposes not only in the laboratory, but also directly on the shopfloor.

Technical Specification

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
  • International standards

    ISO 13145 , ISO 6502, ASTM D 5289, ASTM D 6204, ASTM D 6601, ASTM D 6048, ASTM D 7050, ASTM D 7605, DIN 53529

  • Die configuration

    Biconical, closed die system, sealed

  • Drive system

    Direct, wearless servo drive system with ceramic bearings

  • Oscillation frequency

    0.001 Hz to 33 Hz (0.001 Hz to 50 Hz optional)

  • Oscillation strain

    +/- 0.01° to 20° (+/- 0.01° to 90° optional)

  • Temperature range

    Ambient to 232 °C

  • Measured Data

    Torque, temperature, frequency, strain; Optional: Normal force

  • Calculated Data

    S΄, S˝, S*, G΄, G˝, G*, tan δ, η΄, η˝ and η*

  • Die gap

    0.45 mm nominal

  • Sample volume

    approx. 4.5 cm³

  • Closing system

    Soft closing to prevent foil rips and damage of test sample

  • Torque range

    0.001 to 250 dNm

  • Temperature control system

    Ambient to 232 °C, precision +/- 0.03 °C, Max. heating and cooling rate: 85°C/min, digital, microprocessor controlled (Pneumatic double channel cooling system optional)

  • Temperature check system

    Recordings of the temperature gradient on the screen, microprocessor monitored

  • Subroutines

    Isothermal, Non-Isothermal, Timed, Temperature Sweep, Strain Sweep, Frequency Sweep, Shear rate Sweep, Relaxation, Retardation, Hysteresis, Tension tests, LAOS, …

  • Data Interface

    Ethernet (10/100 MBit), USB (int.), CF card (int.), RS232 (opt.)

  • Data points

    Over 3500 data points available for each static subtest; Including S‘ Min, S‘ Max, TS 1, TS 2, TC 10, TC 30, TC 50, TC 90; Integrated, automatic reporting features for dynamic tests

  • Pneumatics

    min. 4.5 Bar / 60 psi

  • Electrical

    200 V – 240 V, 6 Amps, 50/60 Hz

  • Instrument options

    Instrument control panel with 5“ touchscreen display and printer; Torque transducer for low-viscosity torque range; Normal force / Pressure measurement; Double channel forced air cooling system; Low-temperature cooling system MCool 10 /MCool -40; Autoloader 5 or 10 sample linear; Autoloader with 24, 48 or 100 sample tray or tray changers; R-VS 3000 constant volume sample cutter

CALCULATED DATA

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