Penetrometer:
PNR 12
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- Measure the consistency of any type of semi-solid sample with an automatic penetrometer
- Get reliable surface detection of highly viscous and even electrically conductive samples
- Simplify your measuring workflow with statistical and database functionality
Based on more than 60 years of experience in penetration testing, our PNR 12 penetrometer automatically measures how far a test body sinks into a sample over a certain period of time. Choose among various standardized test bodies, like cones and needles with defined weights and geometries, to determine penetration depth. Among other applications, use it to determine the consistency of bitumen, asphalt, grease, wax, Vaseline®, and butter.
Key features
Automatic surface detection eliminates measurement errors
- Ensure automatic surface detection of highly viscous samples with a patented force sensor plunger, which is especially useful for samples that are tested underwater
- Use an electric sensor to automatically detect electrically conductive, typically water-based, samples
- Rely on both options for a convenient penetration test with good repeatability, independent of the user
A robust, easy-to-use penetrometer that’s built to last
- Maintain your penetrometer’s reliability and accuracy with an optional calibration kit for measuring time, distance (penetration depth), and temperature
- Simplify your manual sample surface approach with a jog wheel, a helpful magnifier, and a bright LED sample light
- Use the sturdy jog wheel and operating buttons in any environment – even with gloves
The right penetrometer setup – no matter your application
- Rely on a range of accessories that comply with applicable standards:
- Bitumen needles and plungers comply with ASTM D5 and EN 1426
- Grease cones comply with ASTM D217, ASTM D1403, and ISO 2137
- Pharma cones and needles comply with EU Pharmacopoeia 2.9.9 and USP 915
- Butter cones comply with AOCS Cc 16-60
- Equip your PNR 12 with externally certified test kits
- Benefit from PQP-S documentation and compliance maintenance recertification, which shows that service and support come directly from the manufacturer
Data management made easy
- Configure your penetrometer with 20 programs, 16 of which are user-definable
- Automatically convert test results into NLGI class, EN Bitumen, ¼ cone to solid cone, and ½ cone to solid cone, and C-value for edible fats
- Analyze up to 200 test results on the instrument and convert these via a USB stick or LIMS into Excel
- Use the limit indicator alarm to take quick counteractions when a test value falls outside a preset value range
Optional equipment for specific needs
- Order your PNR 12 penetrometer with the test accessories you need for setup, including:
- Circulator baths and transfer dishes for sample tempering
- Manual grease workers for half-scale and quarter-scale cone penetration
- Various sample containers and cylinders
- Printer for test result documentation
Technical specifications
| Measuring range | 0 mm to 80 mm (plunger-dependent) |
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| Max. test load | 2 kg |
| Resolution | ±0.01 mm |
| Test duration | 0.1 s to 999,999 s |
| Start delay | up to 9999 s |
| Interfaces | USB, LAN, LIMS compatibility |
| Power supply | 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz, 1.5 A, 70 W |
| Dimensions | 300 mm x 380 mm x 570 mm (W x D x H) |
| Weight | 11 kg |
Standards
ABNT
ANP
ASTM
DIN
EN
European Pharmacopoeia (Ph. Eur.)
ISO
JIS
RANP
US Pharmacopoeia (USP)
Anton Paar Certified Service
- More than 350 manufacturer-certified technical experts worldwide
- Qualified support in your local language
- Protection for your investment throughout its lifecycle
- 3-year warranty
Documents
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Consistency of Bitumen Application Reports
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Consistency of Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Paste (U.S. Pharmacopeia) Application Reports
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Consistency of Lipstick with Automatic Surface Detection Application Reports
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Consistency of Lotion and Balm Application Reports
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Consistency of Margarine and Other Plant-Based Edible Fats Application Reports
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Consistency of Microcrystalline Wax (U.S. Pharmacopeia) Application Reports
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Consistency of Ointment and Cream Application Reports
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Consistency of Plasma-Treated Plant Oils Application Reports
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Consistency of Vaselinum Album & Flavum - Micro Cone Method (EU Pharmacopoeia) Application Reports
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Consistency of Vaselinum Album and Flavum - Hollow Cone Method (EU Pharmacopeia) Application Reports
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Consistency of White Petrolatum (U.S. Pharmacopeia) Application Reports
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Data Management for PNR 12 in AP Connect Application Reports
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Easy Data Transfer via Network Application Reports
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PNR 12: Consistency of Greases According to DIN ISO 2137 Application Reports
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PNR 12: Consistency of Syrup Application Reports
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Penetration Test of a Glue Stick with Electric Surface Detection Application Reports
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eBook | MFI | The Future of Plant-Based Foods Application Reports
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Brochure: PNR 12 Penetrometer Brochures
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SPECIAL CONE, 45 g, 20°, DURALUMIN/STAINLESS STEEL, (AOCS TYPE)
WAX TEST CYLINDER, d 25.4/27 x H 32 mm
PLUNGER, 10g, 107mm ALUMINUM
PLUNGER, 97.5 g, 154 mm, BRASS NICKEL-PLATED
- tapered and standard needles
- standard cones (in accordance with DIN-ISO-ASTM-IP)
LOAD WEIGHT, BORED, 50 g
LOAD WEIGHT, BORED, 100 g
SAMPLE CONTAINER, d 55 x 35 mm
SAMPLE CONTAINER, d 70 x 45 mm
WAX TAPERED NEEDLE, 2.5 g, STANDARD, WITH ID NUMBER
SOLID CONE, 102.5 g, ALUMINUM/STEEL
HOLLOW CONE, 15 g, ACRYLIC GLASS/ALUMINUM
QUARTER SCALE CONE, 1.08 g, ACRYLIC GLASS/STEEL
PLUNGER, 8.3 g, 99 mm, ELEKTRON / MAGNESIUM
MICRO GREASE WORKER, 1/4 CONE METHOD
HALF SCALE CONE, 22.5 g, BRASS/STEEL
MICRO GREASE WORKER, 1/2 CONE METHOD
GREASE CONTAINER, 3-PARTS CPL. WITH INSERT CYLINDER
MICRO CONE (PHARMA), 7 g, ALUMINUM (KLEIN TYPE)
PLUNGER, 16.8g, 116mm ALUMINUM/NICKEL-PLATED BRASS
PERFORATED DISK, 102.5 g, D 70 mm, ALUMINUM
ELECTRONIC SURFACE-DETECTOR CPL. WITH HOOK AND WIRE
MINI SPIRIT LEVEL FOR ADJUSTING THE PNR 12
LOAD WEIGHT (SENSOR PLUNGER), 50 g
LOAD WEIGHT (SENSOR PLUNGER), 100 g
TEST KIT, NEEDLE (AUTOMATIC DETECTION)
- Bitumen needle, 2.5 g, made of brass / stainless steel (P/N 106912)
- Sensor plunger, 97.5 g, for automatic surface detection (P/N 106905)
- Sample container, d 55 × 35 mm, made of nickel plated brass (P/N 106834)
- Transfer dish with heat exchanger, nickel-plated brass, d 160 x 80 mm (P/N 106838)
- Intermediate bottom (transfer dish) (P/N 106846)
- Thermometer holder (transfer dish) for thermometer up to d 7.5 mm (P/N 106847)
- Pt100 temperature sensor made of metal (P/N 107002)
TEST KIT, HOLLOW BRASS CONE
- Hollow cone, 102.5 g, made of brass with stainless steel tip (P/N 106848)
- Plunger, 47.5 g, 162 mm, made of nickel plated brass (P/N 106822)
- Sample container, d 76 × 63.5 mm, made of nickel plated brass (P/N 106850)
- Option: Centering disk, d 76.5 mm (P/N 106858)
TEST KIT, QUARTER SCALE ACRYLIC CONE
- Quarter scale cone, 1.08 g, made of acrylic glass with stainless steel tip (P/N 106862)
- Plunger, 8.3 g, 99 mm, made of elektron / magnesium (P/N 106863)
- Sample container, d 19 x 11 mm, with lid (P/N 106864)
TEST KIT, KLEIN MICRO CONE (EURO PHARMA)
- Micro cone, 7 g, made of aluminum, Euro-Pharma (P/N 106877)
- Plunger, 16.8 g, 116 mm, made of aluminum / nickel plated brass (P/N 106878)
- Grease sample container, 3 parts (P/N 106874)
- Centering disk, d 11 or 12.75 mm (P/N 106875)
BITUMEN NEEDLE, 2.5 g, EXTENDED TYPE
TEMPERATURE SENSOR, SAMPLE PT100, METAL (PNR)
HOLLOW CONE (PHARMA), 102.5 g, BRASS/STEEL
GLASS PLATE, 70 x 70 mm
SAMPLE CONTAINER, d 70 x 60 mm
SAMPLE CONTAINER, d 55 x 70 mm
SAMPLE CONTAINER, d 55 x 45 mm
SAMPLE CONTAINER, d 76 x 63.5 mm
SPECIAL CONE, 31.5g, 40°, DURALUMINUM/ STAINLESS STEEL (UNILEVER TYPE)
PLUNGER, 48.5g, 135mm, NICKEL-PLATED BRASS
LOAD WEIGHT, SLOTTED, 80 g
TEST KIT, SOLID ALUMINUM CONE 40° Test kit, aluminum cone.
- Special cone, 31.5 g, 40°, made of duralumin, UNILEVER (P/N 106882),
- Plunger, 48.5 g, 135 mm, made of nickel plated brass (P/N 106883),
- Load weight, slotted, 80 g, made of brass (P/N 106884).
SENSOR PLUNGER, 47.5 g, PNR 12 AUTOMATIC SURFACE DETECTION
SENSOR PLUNGER, 97.5 g, PNR 12 AUTOMATIC SURFACE DETECTION
BITUMEN NEEDLE, 2.5 g
PLUNGER, 47.5 g, 162 mm, BRASS NICKEL PLATED
HOLLOW CONE, 102.5 g, BRASS/STEEL
PLUNGER, 15 g, 118 mm, ALUMINUM
- Micro cone (106872, 106873)
- SHELL half-scale-cone (106868)
