The SISCO digital melting point equipment uses a standard mercury thermometer for temperature measurement, can measure three samples at once, and is equipped with a magnifying glass, making it a high-cost-performance device for improving melting point measurement efficiency.
Quick Detection with High Efficiency Observation
- Corporate standard (Melting Point Tester) Q112XQ0185-2004, ensuring compliance with industry regulations for accurate results.
- Test temperature with a standard mercury thermometer, providing precise and consistent temperature readings.
- Observe melting sample by a magnifier, enabling detailed and close-up examination of the melting process.
Easy Operation and Control
- Adjust heating voltage by keystroke, allowing for easy and precise control of temperature settings.
- Display voltage with a digital voltmeter, offering clear and immediate feedback on the current voltage settings.
- Digital melting point apparatus can test three samples at once, significantly improving testing efficiency and reducing overall testing time.
Applications
SISCO melting point machine uses capillaries, as specified by pharmacopeia, as sample tubes and liquid heat transfer methods. It is widely applicable in industries such as pharmaceuticals, chemical reagents, fragrances, and dyes, for both production and research purposes. This instrument is ideal for measuring the melting point of organic crystalline substances, ensuring high accuracy and reliability in various scientific and industrial applications.
Chemical Reagents
Fragrances
Dyes
Pharmaceuticals
| Model | SISCO-MPA-RY2 |
| Melting Point Range | 50-300°C |
| Accuracy | ±0.1°C |
| Usage Temperature | 15-35°C |
| Rate | 1.0, 2.0, 4.0, 6.0(°C/min) |
| Power of Heater | 100W |
| Power | 220V/50Hz/100W |
| Dimension | 190x120x200mm3 |
| Weight | 3kg |
Packing List
- 1 x Melting point apparatus
- 1 x Mereury thermometer
- 1 x Certificate of qualification
- 1 x User manual
Q1: What materials can be tested with a automatic melting point apparatus?
A1: A melting point apparatus can test a wide range of materials, particularly organic and inorganic crystalline substances. Common materials include pharmaceutical compounds, chemicals, polymers, fats, and waxes. It is frequently used to assess the purity and identify substances like drugs, chemical reagents, dyes, and flavorings. Additionally, the apparatus is valuable for studying materials that have defined crystalline structures and exhibit phase transitions, making it useful in both research and industrial applications for quality control and material characterization.
Q2: How does impurity affect the melting point?
A2: Impurities in a substance typically lower its melting point and broaden the melting point range. This happens because impurities disrupt the orderly crystal lattice of a pure substance, weakening the bonds between molecules and causing the substance to melt at a lower temperature. As a result, the transition from solid to liquid occurs over a wider temperature range, rather than at a sharp, specific point. In laboratory analysis, this effect is used to assess the purity of a substance: the purer the substance, the sharper and higher its melting point will be.
Q3: What are the typical sources of error in melting point determination?
A3: Typical sources of error in melting point determination include improper calibration of the melting point apparatus, inaccurate sample preparation, and heating the sample too quickly. A poorly calibrated thermometer can result in incorrect temperature readings, while impurities or uneven packing in the sample can cause inaccurate melting point results. Additionally, if the heating rate is too rapid, the sample may not uniformly reach the melting point, leading to a falsely elevated or broad melting point range. Environmental factors, such as air drafts or inconsistent heating, can also contribute to errors in the measurement.
Tips: How does a melting point instrument work?
A melting point apparatus works by heating a small sample of a solid substance, typically placed in a thin capillary tube, while simultaneously measuring the temperature. As the temperature increases, the apparatus closely monitors the sample to detect the precise moment when the solid begins to liquefy and the point at which it completely melts. Advanced models use digital sensors and video recording to capture this transition, ensuring accurate readings. The melting point is recorded as the temperature at which the phase change from solid to liquid occurs, providing important data for identifying and assessing the purity of the substance.
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