HDT/VICAT Testing Machine – Thermal Analysis for Plastics NG-HDT

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Description

The HDT/VICAT testing machine offers high precision, reliability, and efficiency for the thermal analysis of thermoplastics and polymers. Engineered with advanced sensors and high-temperature-resistant components, it ensures minimal deformation, fast response, and precise data transmission, delivering consistent and accurate test results. When integrated with a chiller system, testing capacity doubles, significantly enhancing productivity.

The test station, made from a low-expansion coefficient alloy, maintains measurement accuracy up to 200°C without recalibration, complying with international standards. Widely used for HDT and Vicat softening temperature testing, this HDT/VICAT machine is essential for plastic and pipe manufacturers, quality control laboratories, construction engineering, and research institutions. Designed for product development, material testing, and regulatory compliance, it is a crucial tool for manufacturers, quality assurance teams, and research professionals seeking precise and efficient thermal analysis solutions.

HDT/Vicat Testing Machine Features

  • Simultaneous HDT and VICAT Testing – Conduct both tests at the same time, improving efficiency and throughput.

  • High-Stability Test Station – Minimal deformation under heat, with deflection temperature accuracy up to 200°C without recalibration.

  • Automatic Loading & Lifting – Eliminates manual weight handling for easier and more efficient operation.

  • Compact & Cost-Effective Design – Tank volume is reduced by over 50%, significantly lowering operational costs compared to traditional designs.

  • Precision Displacement Measurement – Swiss-made high-precision micrometer ensures exceptional accuracy and stability.

  • Multi-Station Capability – Supports up to six test stations, with up to six deformation transducers and one temperature transducer for precise monitoring.

  • Motor-Driven Test Stations – Easily raise stations from the bath at the touch of a button, simplifying specimen placement.

  • Fully Automated Testing Process – Once the software is started, the test runs automatically according to user-defined parameters.

  • Automatic Bath Cooling – After test completion, the system cools the bath to 280°C, improving equipment utilization for continuous testing.

  • User-Friendly Software – Professional testing software with an intuitive interface for easy operation and data management.

Optimized Cooling System for Maximum Efficiency

Equipping the HDT/VICAT testing machine with a chiller system significantly enhances cooling performance, reducing downtime and increasing operational efficiency. Compared to traditional cooling methods, this advanced system offers several key advantages:

  • High Initial Cooling Temperature – The system supports an initial cooling temperature of up to 280°C, ensuring rapid heat dissipation.

  • Fast Cooling Speed – When used with a chiller, cooling time is reduced to just 45 minutes, dramatically improving equipment utilization and workflow efficiency.

  • Optimized Temperature Control – The chiller lowers the oil temperature to below 25°C, minimizing test errors and ensuring compliance with ISO and ASTM standards for initial heating temperatures.

  • Water-Saving Design – The water chiller recycles water, significantly reducing water consumption while maintaining effective cooling.

Test Station

  • Flexible Test Configurations – Available with 3, 4, or 6 test stations to accommodate different testing needs.

  • Precision Loading System – Includes 10N and 50N dead weights for accurate load application.

  • Ultra-Accurate Deformation Measurement – Swiss-made high-precision micrometer with 0.001mm resolution and ±0.005mm accuracy ensures precise specimen deformation analysis.

  • High-Accuracy Temperature Control – Japan-made RKC temperature controller with ±0.5°C accuracy guarantees consistent thermal conditions.

  • Invar Steel Test Station Assembly – Constructed from low-expansion Invar Steel, minimizing deformation at high temperatures for exceptional test stability and accuracy.

Technical Specifications

Model NG-HDT300 NG-HDT400 NG-HDT600
Type A B C
Test station 3 4 6
Immersion bath 1 1 1
Heat transfer medium

Methyl Silicon oil,22 liter

Viscosity: 300 cSt, or 300 mm2/s

Silicon oil brand: DON CORNING PMX-200 350 cSt, KF96-300

Or transformer oil, 10#, 22 liter

Temperature sensor 3 4 6
Temperature range

Ambient (20)-300

Temperature accuracy

±0.5

Heating Speed Speed A:

5±0.5/6min

Speed B:

12±1/6min

Micrometer 3 4 6
Deformation measurement range 0-10mm
Deformation resolution 0.001mm
Deformation measurement accuracy 0.003mm
Vicat loading capacity

GA=10N±0.2N, GB=50N±1N

Deformation measurement range 0-10mm
HDT Test

Method A: USE FIBRE STRESS 1.80Mpa

Method B: USE FIBRE STRESS 0.45Mpa

Method C: USE FIBRE STRESS 8.00Mpa

HDT Test Span

Outer span: 100mm, ASTM D648

Inner span: 64mm, ISO 75

Maximum heating power 5000W
Power requirements

220V 50/60Hz 3 Phase

Dimensions 32" x 24.5" x 28.5"
Weight 253 lbs 253 lbs 617 lbs
Cooling

Nature cooling or water cooling (less than 150)

Standard Accessories

Model NG-HDT300 NG-HDT400 NG-HDT600
Type A B C
Main Frame 1 set 1 set 1 set
Test Stations 3 4 6
Swiss-made Micrometers 3 sets 4 sets 6 sets
Platinum resistance temperature sensors 3 sets 4 sets 6 sets
Temperature controllers 3 sets 4 sets 6 sets
Loading nose for HDT 3 sets 4 sets 6 sets
Needle for VICAT 3 sets 4 sets 6 sets
Weight set (10N, 50N) 3 sets 4 sets 6 sets
Test software 1 set 1 set 1 set

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