Detailed Product Description:
Overview and Function:
The Flocculator/Jar Test Apparatus, Model 1926, is a critical laboratory instrument specifically engineered for performing flocculation (jar) tests on water and effluent samples. This unit accurately replicates the crucial coagulation and flocculation processes used in full-scale water and wastewater treatment plants. It allows operators and researchers to determine the optimum chemical dosing, such as alum, required for effective treatment. The Model 1926 is configured to accept six test samples simultaneously.
Key Features:
• Accepts six test samples (jars).
• Provides digital indication of speed and time, ensuring highly reproducible testing.
• Features two pre-set programs for storing and recalling routine speed and time parameters.
• Includes built-in illumination for easy viewing of samples during testing.
• Utilizes stainless steel paddles/rods that offer resistance to chemical corrosion.
Advanced Digital Control and Automation:
The Model 1926 is equipped with advanced digital controls designed for operational efficiency and reproducible testing. A clear LED digital display indicates the rotational speed of the paddles, which can be precisely varied across a wide range of 10 to 300 RPM. The speed is regulated by an electronic speed regulator, providing stable control.
The integrated digital timer can be set for a countdown from 0 to 99 minutes. Once the set countdown is complete, the stirring paddles automatically stop, and an audible alert sounds. The timer then automatically begins counting up in minutes to facilitate the accurate measurement of the settling time.
For streamlining routine procedures, the apparatus includes two pre-set programs. These programs allow users to input and store standard speed and time parameters into memory, which can be readily recalled or altered at any time by simply pressing a single button. The user interface features an intuitive, flat, touch-sensitive keypad for easy operation and cleaning.
Visibility and Durable Construction:
The design of the Model 1926 prioritizes ease of observation in the laboratory environment. Built-in illumination is provided by white LEDs placed below a diffuse acrylic plastic plate at the base, offering effective, glare-free, cold light illumination. This bottom/diffused illumination is crucial for accurately observing the formation, development, and settling characteristics of floc samples.
The unit is supplied with stainless steel stirring paddles and rods. The paddles feature adjustable spaces or locking knobs, permitting easy adjustment of the paddle depth within the test beaker to meet specific requirements without disturbing other components. The body is often constructed of mild steel (MS), typically finished with a powder-coating.
Primary Applications:
The Model 1926 Flocculator is indispensable for water quality management and chemical treatment optimization, including:
• Water Treatment Plants: Used for correctly estimating the optimal dosage of coagulants like alum.
• Wastewater and Effluent Treatment Plants (ETP/STP): Simulates flocculation and sedimentation processes to calculate chemical requirements.
• Research and Development: Essential for coagulation studies, evaluating coagulant performance, and general water treatment research.
Technical Specifications:
Feature
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Specification
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Model Number
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1926
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Brand
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EI-DVI
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Product Type
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Flocculator / Jar Test Apparatus / Multiple Spindle Stirrer
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No. of Samples
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6
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Speed Range
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10 to 300 RPM (Variable Speed Control)
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Timer Range
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0 to 99 minutes (Counts up afterward to measure settling time)
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Pre-set Programs
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2
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Controls Keypad
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Touch sensitive (Totally flat)
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Digital Display
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LED
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Power Supply
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230V AC, 50Hz, Single Phase
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Power Consumption
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200W (Note: Some models in this series may be rated for 100W)
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Paddle Material
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Stainless Steel (SS Stirring Rods and Paddles)
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Illumination
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Built-in White LED (Bottom/Diffused Illumination)
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Accessories Included
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Stainless steel paddles/rods, dust cover, instruction manual
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Optional Accessories
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Glass Beakers
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Warranty
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1 Year
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