Heli-Plus
Model No. :
Brand : Anton Paar
The Heli-Plus is an indispensable motorized accessory that enhances the functionality of the ViscoQC 100 and 300 rotational viscometer series. It provides the helical, vertical movement necessary for testing paste-like, non-flowing, or highly viscous materials that static spindles cannot measure effectively, such as gels, waxes, and putty.
- Measures non-flowing viscous materials.
- Fully motorized for automatic testing.
- Compatible with all ViscoQC 100/300 models.
− Features
- Helical T-Bar Spindle Movement: Enables the ViscoQC to move the T-bar spindle in a controlled, helical path through the sample. This action continuously presents a fresh, undisturbed sample surface to the spindle, ensuring accurate viscosity results for materials that do not level easily.
- Fully Motorized Operation: Replaces manual head height adjustment with a motorized stand. Users can digitally define the start, immersion, and reversing positions on the ViscoQC screen, allowing for standardized, fully automated test procedures and ensuring the highest repeatability.
- Rapid T-Bar Spindle Exchange: Features the same magnetic coupling mechanism as the standard ViscoQC spindle sets. This design allows for the fastest and safest T-bar spindle exchange, saving valuable time and reducing maintenance costs by protecting the spindle and instrument.
- Seamless Automation Integration: Standardized test procedures created with the Heli-Plus are guaranteed to have high result repeatability. Full automation minimizes the need to repeat failed measurements caused by incorrect starting or immersion positions.
- Toolmaster™ Compatibility: The T-bar spindles are automatically detected and logged by the ViscoQC system, ensuring that the correct geometry is used for the method and providing the traceability required in regulated quality control.
+ Technical Specifications
+ Resources
+ Videos
+ FAQs
Features
- Helical T-Bar Spindle Movement: Enables the ViscoQC to move the T-bar spindle in a controlled, helical path through the sample. This action continuously presents a fresh, undisturbed sample surface to the spindle, ensuring accurate viscosity results for materials that do not level easily.
- Fully Motorized Operation: Replaces manual head height adjustment with a motorized stand. Users can digitally define the start, immersion, and reversing positions on the ViscoQC screen, allowing for standardized, fully automated test procedures and ensuring the highest repeatability.
- Rapid T-Bar Spindle Exchange: Features the same magnetic coupling mechanism as the standard ViscoQC spindle sets. This design allows for the fastest and safest T-bar spindle exchange, saving valuable time and reducing maintenance costs by protecting the spindle and instrument.
- Seamless Automation Integration: Standardized test procedures created with the Heli-Plus are guaranteed to have high result repeatability. Full automation minimizes the need to repeat failed measurements caused by incorrect starting or immersion positions.
- Toolmaster™ Compatibility: The T-bar spindles are automatically detected and logged by the ViscoQC system, ensuring that the correct geometry is used for the method and providing the traceability required in regulated quality control.
Technical Specifications
| L viscosity range [mPa.s] | 156 to 9 630 000* |
| R viscosity range [mPa.s] | 2 000 to 100M* |
| H viscosity range [mPa.s] | 16 000 to 800M* |
*Max. range shown is at 0.1 rpm. M = Million
Application & Standards
Accessories
Software
FAQs
What types of materials require the use of the Heli-Plus accessory?
The Heli-Plus is essential for testing paste-like materials, gels, creams, putties, and waxes—substances that are highly viscous and do not flow or level out under their own weight.
Is the Heli-Plus difficult to install or calibrate?
No, the Heli-Plus is designed as an easy-to-add accessory that can be installed on-site to either a new or existing ViscoQC 100/300. Its integration is designed to be straightforward with minimal setup time.
How does the Heli-Plus ensure accurate measurements on non-flowing samples?
By using a motorized vertical traverse while the T-bar spindle rotates, the Heli-Plus continuously cuts into fresh material. This helical action overcomes the issue of shear thinning or channeling that occurs when a spindle remains static in a thick, non-flowing sample.
Is the T-bar spindle set included with the Heli-Plus accessory?
Yes, the standard delivery of the Heli-Plus includes the necessary T-bar spindle set (often T-A through T-F) and utilizes the ViscoQC’s magnetic coupling for quick attachment and detachment.
Is the Heli-Plus compatible with the entry-level ViscoQC 100 model?
Yes, the Heli-Plus is compatible with all models in the ViscoQC series: the 100 L/R/H for single-point measurements, and the 300 L/R/H for multi-point measurements.
Related Products
Advancing research and development through reliable, high-quality scientific instruments tailored to your needs.
