POROSITY/DENSITY TESTER – ASTM C20/C134

The VBCC Apparent Porosity & Bulk Density Test System is a precision laboratory setup designed for determining the apparent porosity, bulk density, water absorption, and apparent specific gravity of refractory materials, ceramics, bricks, castables, and other porous products. The system follows the water immersion and vacuum saturation method, ensuring accurate and repeatable measurement of physical properties essential for quality control and material characterization.

The system comprises a high-accuracy weighing balance, vacuum saturation oven, quartz immersion containers, vacuum generation system, and laboratory accessories required for complete testing. Designed for refractory manufacturers, ceramic industries, research laboratories, educational institutions, and quality assurance facilities, the equipment provides reliable determination of porosity-related parameters critical to product performance.

Applications

  • Apparent Porosity Testing
  • Bulk Density Measurement
  • Water Absorption Analysis
  • Specific Gravity Determination
  • Refractory Material Testing
  • Ceramic Product Evaluation
  • Quality Control Testing
  • Raw Material Assessment
  • Research & Development Studies
  • Academic Laboratory Testing


Technical Data

Weighing Balance Accuracy 0.01 g
Weighing Capacity 200 g
Balance Arrangement Suspension Setup
Immersion Beakers 200 ml Quartz Glass
Vacuum Oven Volume 300 × 300 × 300 mm
Oven Construction SS Inner Body with Powder-Coated MS Exterior
Insulation Low Thermal Mass Fibre Insulation
Maximum Temperature 150°C
Temperature Controller 144 Segment TAIE PID Programmer
Temperature Accuracy ±1°C
Vacuum Capacity Up to 760 mmHg
Vacuum Indication Analog Dial Vacuum Gauge
Vacuum Pump With Oil Trap
Vacuum Timer Digital Timer Provided
Desiccator Standard Laboratory Desiccator
Power Supply 230 V AC, 50 Hz

Optional Features

Digital Vacuum Monitoring
Automated Data Acquisition
Higher Capacity Balance Options
Vacuum System Upgrades
Calibration & Validation Packages
Safety & Protection Systems
Utilities & Accessories
Research-Oriented Add-Ons