Bayerteq Vicat B3030 – HDT / Vicat Thermal Deflection Tester
- Robust thermal deflection and softening point testing machine for thermoplastics, rigid pipes, and polymer compounds
- Full testing compliance with ISO 75, ISO 306, ASTM D648, ASTM D1525, and ISO 2507
- Modular capacity available in 3, 4, 5, or 6 individual test stations
- Temperature operating range up to 300 °C with dual heating rates of 50 °C/h and 120 °C/h
- Manual station lifting and weight loading with counterbalanced ergonomics
- Ultra-low frame thermal expansion (0.005 mm / 100 °C) and deformation accuracy within 0.005 mm
- Integrated operator safety exhaust ventilation, independent overheat protection, and touchscreen / PC software
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The vicat b3030 tester manufactured by Bayerteq is a high-accuracy, cost-effective thermal deflection testing instrument designed to determine the Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT) and Vicat Softening Temperature (VST) of polymers, thermoplastics, and pipe raw materials. Built in full conformance with ISO standards including ISO 75, ISO 306, ASTM D648, ASTM D1525, and ISO 2507, this robust testing platform provides laboratories with reliable, repeatable thermal characterization without complex automation overhead.
Thermal resistance evaluation is critical for polymer compounding, quality control, and piping system compliance. The Bayerteq vicat b3030 tester utilizes an insulated methyl silicone oil bath heated at standardized rates (50 °C/h or 120 °C/h). During the thermal ramp, calibrated test loads induce flexural stress across a 3-point bending span (HDT Methods A, B, C) or penetrative contact via a 1.000 mm² hardened circular needle (VST Methods A50, A120, B50, B120), continuously monitoring the temperature at which specified deformation thresholds occur.
Vicat B3030 Tester Architecture & Station Features
The Vicat B3030 is engineered with heavy-duty durability, precision electronic displacement sensors, and user-friendly ergonomics:
- Multi-Station Configuration (3, 4, 5, or 6 Stations): Equipped with up to 6 individual testing stations operating within a shared, high-uniformity liquid bath. Features a centralized high-precision temperature sensing probe (expandable to 3 measurement points upon request).
- Ergonomic Manual Lifting & Weight Loading: Designed with smooth manual station positioning where test weights can be safely loaded and unloaded during the lifting cycle, offering high operational reliability and low maintenance.
- Low-Expansion Specimen Frames: Specially treated low-expansion alloy frames maintain thermal stability up to 300 °C, restricting frame expansion to ≤ 0.005 mm per 100 °C to prevent measurement drift.
- Digital Displacement Gauges: Digital micrometers with direct serial communication interfaces record sample deflection with an error margin ≤ 0.005 mm.
- Integrated Smoke Exhaust & Dual Safety: Includes a built-in forced ventilation exhaust system to expel silicone oil vapors, alongside an independent thermal circuit that automatically shuts off heaters if the oil bath exceeds safe thresholds.
Equipped with an intuitive touchscreen interface and bundled PC analytical software, this vicat b3030 tester records real-time temperature-deflection curves, stores test histories, and compiles standard-compliant quality certificates seamlessly.
Bayerteq Vicat B3030 Series – Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification Details |
|---|---|
| Applicable Standards | ISO 75 (Parts 1, 2, 3), ISO 306, ASTM D648, ASTM D1525, ISO 2507, DIN 53460, DIN 53461 |
| Number of Test Stations | 3, 4, 5, or 6 stations |
| Station Lifting Operation | Manual lifting with counterbalanced support |
| Weight Loading System | Manual weight loading / off-loading during station lifting sequence |
| Temperature Range | Ambient room temperature up to +300 °C |
| Temperature Accuracy | Max ±0.5 °C |
| Temperature Measuring Points | 1 standard measuring point (3 measuring points available upon request) |
| Standard Heating Rates | 50 °C/h ± 5 °C/h and 120 °C/h ± 10 °C/h (Heating rate accuracy: max 1% / 6 min) |
| Deformation Measuring Device | High-precision digital gauge with digital communication interface |
| Deformation Measurement Range & Error | 0 – 10 mm range; maximum measurement error ≤ 0.005 mm |
| Thermal Expansion Coefficient | ≤ 0.005 mm / 100 °C (Specially formulated low-expansion specimen frame) |
| Sample Support Spans (HDT) | 64 mm and 100 mm (Flatwise and edgewise mounting) |
| Vicat Indenter Tip | Hardened circular needle tip with flat cross-section of 1.000 mm² ± 0.015 mm² |
| Bath Liquid Medium | Methyl silicone oil with continuous circulation |
| Cooling System | Natural cooling / internal water cooling coil |
| Fume Management & Safety | Automatic smoke exhaust ventilation; independent secondary over-temperature cutoff circuit |
| Control & Data Interface | Color touchscreen controller or external PC control with dedicated Bayerteq software |
| Power Supply | 220 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
Key Engineering Advantages of Bayerteq Vicat B3030
Multi-Station Efficiency
Equipped with 3 to 6 test stations within a single thermal chamber, enabling high-throughput parallel testing for rapid batch qualification.
Minimal Frame Thermal Drift
Low thermal expansion alloy frames restrict distortion to 0.005 mm per 100 °C, delivering repeatable deflection readings without thermal bias.
Digital Dial Micrometers
Precision digital indicator gauges provide real-time displacement data transmission directly to the controller, maintaining errors below 0.005 mm.
Operator Health & Smoke Exhaust
Integrated forced smoke extraction expels silicone oil vapor safely, ensuring a clean laboratory working environment during high-temperature cycles.
Independent Safety Circuit
Secondary hardware thermal limit controller completely independent of the PLC automatically halts heating elements if temperature limits are exceeded.
Comprehensive Software Suite
Live thermal-deflection curve plotting, automatic calculation of HDT and VST inflection points, historical database archiving, and one-click PDF export.
Station Configurations & Ordering Options
| Model Variant | Station Capacity | Standard Accessories Included |
|---|---|---|
| Vicat B3030-3 | 3 Testing Stations (Manual Lift) | 3x HDT support anvils (64/100 mm), 3x Vicat needles, calibrated weights, touchscreen controller |
| Vicat B3030-4 | 4 Testing Stations (Manual Lift) | 4x HDT support anvils, 4x Vicat needles, calibrated weights, touchscreen controller |
| Vicat B3030-5 | 5 Testing Stations (Manual Lift) | 5x HDT support anvils, 5x Vicat needles, calibrated weights, touchscreen controller |
| Vicat B3030-6 | 6 Testing Stations (Manual Lift) | 6x HDT support anvils, 6x Vicat needles, calibrated weights, touchscreen controller |
Testing Standards & Industry Applications
| Standard / Method | Scope & Test Description |
|---|---|
| ISO 306 & ASTM D1525 | Vicat Softening Temperature (VST) methods: Method A50 (10 N, 50 K/h), Method A120 (10 N, 120 K/h), Method B50 (50 N, 50 K/h), Method B120 (50 N, 120 K/h). Indenter penetrates 1 mm. |
| ISO 75 (Parts 1, 2, 3) | Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT): Method A (1.80 MPa), Method B (0.45 MPa), Method C (8.00 MPa) under 3-point bending with 0.2% flexural strain increase threshold. |
| ASTM D648 | Deflection Temperature Under Flexural Load in edgewise position with 1.82 MPa and 0.455 MPa fiber stress, stopping at 0.25 mm absolute deflection. |
| ISO 2507 | Thermoplastics pipes and fittings — Determination of Vicat softening temperature across PVC, PE, and PP pipe wall segments. |
| Material Types Covered | Rigid thermoplastics (PVC, PE, PP, ABS, POM, PA, PC), thermosetting polymers, hard rubber compounds, and fiber-reinforced laminates. |