Pensky-Martens flash point tester:
PMA 500
- Automatic Pensky Martens closed-cup flash point tester, compliant with ASTM D93, ISO 2719, and more
- Durable (10x increased lifetime) and cost-saving electric igniter
- Saves you time due to fast turn-around time between samples
- Maximum safety, low operating costs, high degree of automation
upon request
in specific countries
PMA 500 is a Pensky-Martens closed-cup flash point tester for determining the flash point according to ASTM D93, EN ISO 2719, and IP 34. It is the first-class solution for automatic high-precision flash point testing in the petroleum, chemical, and fragrance industries, and for test laboratories. The device ensures maximum safety and provides high sample throughput. Automated measurements, excellent heating control, and unmatched ease of use are the basis for accurate flash point results with PMA 500.
Key features
Saves you time
The optimized cooling technology of PMA 500 ensures fast readiness for subsequent testing which saves valuable time – even for different sample types. This means you are able to process more samples compared to any other instrument on the market and amounts to a saving of up to 10 % of the time per measurement compared with using competitive instruments. Thanks to an encapsulated electric igniter with a 10 times longer product life, PMA 500 requires maintenance effort nearing zero, and guarantees excellent reproducibility and repeatability, while lowering operational costs.
A number of additional accessories extend the range of applications and support. PMA 500 can be optionally equipped with a gas igniter kit, a mini-cup, and calibration tools including a guide for the calibration procedure.
Unrivaled ease of use
The fast and straightforward handling of PMA 500 makes flash point testing easier than ever before. The customizable user interface with the look and feel of a smartphone is operated by a 7” touchscreen which offers all relevant data for a successful flash point determination. Preferred menu items and frequently used methods are directly accessible from the main screen and can be customized. Using state-of-the-art technology, the instrument guarantees optimal heating control as well as the highest precision, ensuring flash point testing according to the given standards.
Maximum safety
Meeting the highest safety standards is a prerequisite for Anton Paar. PMA 500 is manufactured from superior-quality components to ensure maximum safety and a sturdy construction. PMA 500 features a unique fire-detection concept with a built-in fire extinguisher. Additionally, the instrument indicates the block and sample temperature, so you know when to continue safely at all times.
Automated steps make your work easier
PMA 500’s modern design gives you an excellent user experience on a small footprint. Due to the integrated automatic motor-driven multi-function head, the instrument guarantees secure and smooth connection of sensors and actuators such as a stirrer and multi-detector. You don’t lose time connecting cables before or even after flash point testing. Plus, PMA 500 offers a high degree of automation since the lid of the test cup can be moved up and down with a minimum of manual handling. This feature is optional, can be easily switched off, and gives you flexibility in measuring a broad variety of samples.
Full compliance with international standards
With PMA 500, the flash point of petroleum products, biodiesel, solvents, chemicals, and fluxed bitumen is determined precisely, meeting international standards. The automatic flash point tester is in full compliance with ASTM D93, ISO 2719, and IP 34.
Technical specifications
| Standards | ASTM D93 Methods A, B + C, EN ISO 2719, and IP 34 |
| Automated Pensky-Martens flash point tester PMA 500 Flash point measuring range 20 °C to 410 °C | |
| Heating system | Heater block according to standard Test method or user-defined heat rate: 0.5 °C to 12 °C/min. |
| Temperature measurement | Rugged metal and intelligent Pt100 probe with built-in calibration, 12 calibration points |
| Sample stirrer | Automatic stirrer: test method or user-defined from 0 rpm to 500 rpm |
| Ignition source | Electric igniter, encapsulated hot wire type with automatic power management or automatic gas ignition with gas flame monitoring, test method or user-defined test interval |
| Barometric pressure sensor | Built-in sensor for automatic correction of flash point, pressure units: Pa, hPa, kPa, bar, mbar, psi, mmHg (Torr) |
| Flash point detection system | Thermal flash point detection |
| User interface | 7” color touchscreen, alphanumeric data input, bar code reader |
| Power supply | AC 220 V - 240 V, 50/60 Hz AC 100 V - 120 V, 50/60 Hz |
| Dimensions | Approx.480 mm x 400 mm and a height of 250 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 13 kg |
Standards
ABNT
ASTM
GB
IP
ISO
RANP
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Consumables
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cable holder cable 3,2mm hole 3,2mm
Calibration lid assembled
Calibration set PMA 500
Connector cable for external fire alert
Gas bottle holder complete
Hose 6x4 Polyurethane Chainflex rd
Hose coupling 6to4 mm
Hose nipple 10mm CrNiFe 1.4301
Knurled Screw M3 x 18 DIN 464 A2
Lid PMA 500 complete
Manometer Micro Matic CO2 AFG 7 bar
Microfuse 8A slow 20x5mm
Multi-Detector PMA 500 - Niro
Multidetector FPT, short
Packaging set PMA 500
PMA 500, Fire extinguisher kit
pPM lid PMA 500 complete
pPM lid PMA 500 complete, stainless
pPM Test insert PMA 500, stainless steel
premounted heatblock
Pressure regulators IGT A500i
PVC hose with fabric Di=10mm black
Test insert PMA 500, complete
Test insert PMA 500, stainless steel
Tray set
Tube nipple with nut D 4 1/4"LH MS
USB100N interface-convert GMH3 PC
wind shield PMA 500