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Pensky-Martens Flash Point Tester:
PMA

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  • The highest sample throughput on the market
  • Electric igniter: 10x longer lifetime than competitor products
  • Sophisticated feature set, simplifying daily lab work
  • Clever design reduces measurement and cleaning time
  • Complies to ASTM D93, EN ISO 2719, IP 34, JIS K2265-3, GB/T261

The PMA 500 and PMA 300 Pensky-Martens flash point testers (closed-cup) bring you automatic high-precision flash point testing in the petroleum and chemical industries, and for test laboratories, according to ASTM D93, EN ISO 2719, and IP 34. Post-measurement, PMA 500 cools 20 % faster than comparable competitor instruments, maximizing sample throughput. Automated measurements, excellent heating control, and unmatched ease of use underpin accuracy. And, of course, all at maximum safety levels.

Key features

The highest sample throughput on the market

The highest sample throughput on the market

  • PMA 500’s high-power cooling performance gets you ready for the next test 20 % faster than any other instrument on the market
  • The Pensky-Martens flash point tester’s award-winning encapsulated electric igniter design has a 10x longer lifetime than comparable competitor igniters, lowering operational costs and guaranteeing close-to-zero maintenance effort
  • Guided calibration and adjustment procedures for reliable flash point test results and excellent reproducibility and repeatability
  • Wide range of additional accessories available for the entire flash point tester series
The most powerful Pensky-Martens flash point tester

The most powerful Pensky-Martens flash point tester

  • Fast and straightforward handling: Flash point testing easier than ever before
  • Guided processes for optimal flash point testing workflows in your lab
  • Avoidance of time-consuming operator training and costly human errors
  • Customizable user interface delivering all relevant data in real time
  • Preferred menu items and frequently used methods directly accessible and customizable from the main screen
  • Optimal heating control, top precision, ensuring adherence to standards
Maximum-safety Pensky-Martens flash point tester

Maximum-safety Pensky-Martens flash point tester

  • Fire triggers built-in fire extinguisher; instrument terminates all measurements
  • Fail-safe, two-sensor system for in-measurement instrument monitoring
  • Indication of block and sample temperature, so you know when to continue safely at all times
High-performance hardware

High-performance hardware

  • Automatic motor-driven multi-function head: secure and smooth connection of sensors and actuators
  • Gas igniter kit option for PMA 500
  • Unrivaled cooling performance of PMA 500: Faster measurement sequencing than with any competitor instrument
  • Advanced automation: Test cup lid can be automatically moved up and down (and removed and disassembled for cleaning in seconds)
  • Standalone Pensky-Martens flash point tester fits into even the smallest lab
Full compliance with international standards

Full compliance with international standards

  • Pensky-Martens flash point tester fully compliant with ASTM D93, ISO 2719, IP 34, and more
  • Precise analysis of petroleum products, biodiesel, solvents, chemicals, and fluxed bitumen
Measurement data at a glance – anytime, anywhere

Measurement data at a glance – anytime, anywhere

  • Automatic integration of measurement results into your lab environment
  • Easily print reports or go paperless – from automated e-mail / LIMS export to any location in your network, to Anton Paar’s AP Connect, a fully implemented lab execution software
  • Storage of tens of thousands of measurements in a single digital space (via AP Connect), accessible from any network computer, anytime

Technical specifications

  PMA 300 PMA 500
Temperature range From above ambient temperature to 370 °C From above ambient temperature to 410 °C
Ignition type Electric (encapsulated hot wire) Electric (encapsulated hot wire)
Optional gas ignition
Cooling after measurement Standard cooling Boost mode
Barometric pressure correction Flash point is automatically corrected to barometric pressure
Flash detection Automatic detection by thermoelement
Sample temperature Automatic by Pt100
Safety Automatic fire-extinguishing system in combination with a unique optical fire detection system

Overheat protection, automatic shut-off | Detects a “flash” outside the cup
Automatic fire-extinguishing system in combination with a unique optical fire detection system

Overheat protection, automatic shut-off | Detects a “flash” outside the cup

User management with different access levels
Calibration Calibration of sample and block temperature, stirrer speed, and internal barometer
Memory 1 GB space for approx. 50,000 tests and 1,000 users
Interfaces 2 × USB, 1 × LAN 4 × USB, 1 × LAN
Power supply AC 100 V - 120 V, 50/60 Hz
AC 220 V - 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Heating power 2 × 330 W
Gas supply Integrated fire extinguisher: CO2 or N2 inert gas; inlet pressure 400 kPa to 500 kPa Integrated fire extinguisher: CO2 or N2 inert gas; inlet pressure 400 kPa to 500 kPa

Optional gas ignition: 50 mbar of propane or butane
Dimensions 262 mm × 506 mm × 486 mm
Weight Ca. 15 kg

Standards

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ASTM

D93 500, 300

EN ISO

2719 500, 300

GB

T261 500, 300

IP

34 500, 300

JIS

K2265-3 500, 300

Anton Paar Certified Service

The Anton Paar quality in service and support:
  • More than 350 manufacturer-certified technical experts worldwide
  • Qualified support in your local language
  • Protection for your investment throughout its lifecycle
  • 3-year warranty
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TOUCHSCREEN STYLUS

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PMA 500 | 300
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Touchscreen stylus Bellagio Mini

MINI-CUP TEST INSERT (CUP AND LID), BRASS (PMA X00)

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PMA 500 | 300
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Test insert for sample volumes of 10 mL to 15 mL. The set consists of:
- 1 mini-cup with handle (P/N 221332)
- 1 lid with stirrer for mini-cup (P/N 221334)

ELECTRIC IGNITER SET PMA X00

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PMA 500 | 300
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Electric igniter. Includes 2.5 mm Allen wrench for easy exchange.

TEMPERATURE CALIBRATION SET WITH DIGITAL THERMOMETER (PMA X00)

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PMA 500 | 300
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Calibration set with certified digital thermometer. Set for the on-site calibration of the sample temperature sensor. The Pt100 temperature sensor is dynamically calibrated against a certified digital temperature measuring device. The set consists of:
- 1 calibration lid with stirrer (P/N 221329)
- 1 digital thermometer GMH with temperature sensor GTF (official certificate included) (P/N 189255)
- 1 Pt100 collar and set screw (P/N -)
- 1 USB100N interface converter GMH3 PC (P/N 225814)

TEST INSERT (CUP AND LID), BRASS, STANDARD VOLUME (PMA X00)

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PMA 500 | 300
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Standard Pensky-Martens test insert. The set consists of:
- 1 standard test cup made of brass (P/N 221330)
- 1 lid complete with stirrer (P/N 221328)

MULTI-DETECTOR FOR MINI-CUP (PMA X00)

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PMA 500 | 300
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Multi-detector with P100 temperature sensor made of stainless steel. Short version, suitable for mini-cups only.

MULTI-DETECTOR FOR TEST CUP, STAINLESS STEEL (PMA X00)

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PMA 500 | 300
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Part number: 194333
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Multi-detector with Pt100 temperature sensor made of stainless steel

LID FOR TEST CUP WITH STANDARD VOLUME, BRASS (PMA X00)

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PMA 500 | 300
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Pensky-Martens lid with stirrer. Made of brass.

TEST CUP WITH HANDLE, BRASS, STANDARD VOLUME (PMA X00)

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PMA 500 | 300
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Pensky-Martens test cup with handle

DRAFT SHIELD (PMA X00)

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PMA 500 | 300
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Transparent shield to protect the gas flame from drafts

HOLDER SET FOR TEST CUP AND MULTI-DETECTOR (PMA X00)

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PMA 500 | 300
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Part number: 221177
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Test insert holder. Can be mounted on the instrument to safely store the test cup, test lid and multi-detector in between measurements. Including 10 aluminum drip pans.

WIFI/BLUETOOTH DONGLE

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PMA 500
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Part number: 194727

Lab Execution Software:
AP Connect Start

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PMA 500 | 300
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Part number: 254078
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  • Now: 100 % discount at checkout!
  • Kickstart your paperless lab
  • Featuring key benefits of the Standard edition
  • Restricted to one instrument, single user access, one export rule

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Lab Execution Software:
AP Connect Standard (subscription license)

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PMA 500 | 300
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Part number: 254097
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  • Annual fee per instrument
  • Time-saving processes: automatic, digital data transfer
  • Top data quality: elimination of transcription errors
  • Fast decisions: data at your fingertips

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Lab Execution Software:
AP Connect Standard (one-time license fee)

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PMA 500 | 300
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Part number: 254081
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  • One-time fee per instrument
  • Time-saving processes: automatic, digital data transfer
  • Top data quality: elimination of transcription errors
  • Fast decisions: data at your fingertips

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Lab Execution Software:
AP Connect Pharma (subscription license)

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PMA 500 | 300
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Part number: 254118
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  • Annual fee per instrument
  • Time-saving processes: automatic, digital data transfer
  • Top data quality: elimination of transcription errors
  • Fast decisions: data at your fingertips

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Lab Execution Software:
AP Connect Pharma (one-time license fee)

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PMA 500 | 300
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Part number: 254092
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  • One-time fee per instrument
  • Time-saving processes: automatic, digital data transfer
  • Top data quality: elimination of transcription errors
  • Fast decisions: data at your fingertips

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