Kinematic viscometers:
SVM
- Temperature range from 15 °C to 100 °C
- The most economic automated kinematic viscometer
- Compliant to ASTM D396, D975, D3699, D6158, D6823, D7467, and more
- Easy handling without glass breakage
- Fast solution even for sticky samples such as used oil
- Widest temperature range from -60 °C to 135 °C
- All samples, from jet fuel to wax, without changing the capillary
- Compliant to ISO 23581, EN 16896, ASTM D396, D975, D7666, and more
- Down to -20 °C without counter-cooling
- Fast heating and cooling rates of up to 20 °C/min
- Temperature range from -60 °C to +100 °C
- Kinematic viscosity, density, cloud and freeze point from one test
- Viscosity borderline temperature (temperature at 12 cSt)
- ASTM D1655, D2880, D7566, D975, D7467, JIG AFQRJOS, results equivalent to ASTM D2386 and ASTM D2500
- Temperature range from 15 °C to 100 °C
- Fastest viscosity index acc. to ASTM D2270 from min. 2.5 mL sample
- Simultaneous viscosity and density results at any 2 temperatures
- From base oil, additives, blends, and used oil to wax and grease without changing the capillary
upon request
in specific countries
Exchange all your capillaries for one single unit and save enormous amounts of time and money: the SVM viscometers provide the highest flexibility by covering the entire viscosity, density, and temperature range with a single measurement cell and deliver results in seconds. With SVM you can certify jet fuel, diesel, biodiesel blends, and marine fuels; classify crude oils and determine the VI of your lubricant. Whatever challenge you face, the SVM viscometer is the best solution on the market.
Key features

Don’t worry – be compliant
The SVM smart viscometers comply with a multitude of international standards and product specifications. With the integrated bias corrections delivered by ASTM, you can even report in D445 results while enjoying all the benefits of measuring with an SVM.

The highest flexibility for every application
Tired of looking for the suitable capillary which fits your sample's viscosity? With SVM you do not need multiple baths and capillaries to measure different samples. SVM covers the entire viscosity, density, and temperature range with one measurement cell, enabling you to measure a wide variety of samples, from jet fuel to wax, without changing the cell. A single SVM viscometer is all you need for kinematic viscosity and viscosity index measurements in the range from 0.2 mm²/s to 30,000 mm²/s.

One instrument – many parameters
Besides viscosity, you can determine multiple other parameters with SVM within the same run and reduce your workload significantly:
- Kinematic viscosity (ASTM D7042, EN 16896, DIN 51659-2)
- Density (EN ISO 12185, ASTM D4052, IP 365)
- Viscosity index (VI) (ASTM D2270)
- Dynamic viscosity (ASTM D7042)
- API grades (ISO 91, API 2540, ASTM D1250, IP 200)
and more.

The highest economic efficiency
SVM helps you cut operational costs. The patented measuring cell requires only a small amount of solvent for cleaning (min. 1.5 mL), reducing solvent and disposal costs to a minimum. No external cooling is required for measurements down to -20 °C, saving valuable lab space and energy. While delivering superior performance, SVM consumes much less energy than a typical capillary bath, regardless of whether you measure at -20 °C or at +135 °C. Using a sample changer gives you time to perform other important tasks while filling, measuring, and cleaning are taken care of. As a result of these savings, SVM is undoubtedly the most economic and sustainable kinematic viscometer available on the market with the best ROI.

Great results with little effort
Installation, operation, and maintenance of SVM are incredibly easy. It is a stand-alone instrument and all calculations are performed automatically by the integrated PC. The factory-adjusted instrument is ready to use immediately out of the box. Thanks to its patented motor concept, access to the measuring cell is tool-free, enabling convenient cleaning after measuring heavily contaminated samples, such as used oil. The optional magnetic particle trap removes magnetic particles from the sample, ensuring good viscosity measurements. The fully customizable user interface shows you exactly the parameters you need.

Your 4-in-1 solution for low-temperature applications
In addition to kinematic viscosity and density, SVM 3001 Cold Properties determines the cloud and freeze points from the same sample. This significantly reduces your workload as SVM delivers the results which would otherwise require multiple tests on different instruments. SVM 3001 Cold Properties is the perfect choice for measuring diesel, biodiesel, and jet fuel and is ideal for both QC and R&D.
Technical specifications
SVM 2001 | SVM 3001 | SVM 3001 Cold Properties | SVM 4001 | |
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Patents granted | AT516058 (B1), AT516302 (B1) | AT516058 (B1), AT516302 (B1) | AT516058 (B1), AT516302 (B1) | AT516058 (B1), AT516302 (B1) |
Temperature range | +15 °C to +100 °C | -60 °C to +135 °C | -60 °C to +100 °C | +15 °C to +100°C |
Viscosity range | 0.2 mm²/s to 30 000 mm²/s | 0.2 mm²/s to 30 000 mm²/s | 0.2 mm²/s to 30 000 mm²/s | 0.2 mm²/s to 30 000 mm²/s |
Density range | 0.6 g/cm³ to 3 g/cm³ | 0.6 g/cm³ to 3 g/cm³ | 0.6 g/cm³ to 3 g/cm³ | 0.6 g/cm³ to 3 g/cm³ |
Viscosity repeatability* | 0.1 % | 0.1 % | 0.1 % | 0.1 % |
Viscosity reproducibility* | 0.35 % | 0.35 % | 0.35 % | 0.35 % |
Density repeatability* | 0.0002 g/cm³ | 0.00005 g/cm³ | 0.00005 g/cm³ | 0.00005 g/cm³ |
Density reproducibility* | 0.0005 g/cm³ | 0.0001 g/cm³ | 0.0001 g/cm³ | 0.0001 g/cm³ |
Temperature repeatability | 0.005 °C (0.009 °F) | 0.005 °C (0.009 °F) | 0.005 °C (0.009 °F) | 0.005 °C (0.009 °F) |
Temperature reproducibility | 0.03 °C (0.054 °F) from 15 °C to 100 °C | 0.03 °C (0.054 °F) from 15 °C to 100 °C 0.05 °C (0.09 °F) outside this range | 0.03 °C (0.054 °F) from 15 °C to 100 °C 0.05 °C (0.09 °F) outside this range | 0.03 °C (0.054 °F) from 15 °C to 100 °C |
Main standards | ASTM D7042, EN 16896 | ASTM D7042, EN 16896 ASTM D4052, ISO 12185 | ASTM D7042, EN 16896 ASTM D4052, ISO 12185 | ASTM D7042, EN 16896 ASTM D4052, ISO 12185 |
Supported precision classes | Ultrafast, Fast and Precise | Ultrafast, Fast, Precise and Ultraprecise | Ultrafast, Fast, Precise and Ultraprecise | Ultrafast, Fast, Precise and Ultraprecise |
Sample volume min./typical | 1.5 mL / 5 mL | 1.5 mL / 5 mL | 1.5 mL / 5 mL | 2.5 mL / 6 mL |
Solvent volume min./typical | 1.5 mL / 6 mL | 1.5 mL / 6 mL | 1.5 mL / 6 mL | 2.5 mL / 10 mL |
Maximum sample throughput | 30 samples per hour | 30 samples per hour | 30 samples per hour | 24 samples per hour |
Peltier temperature control | Designed for constant temperature | Designed for fast heating/cooling over a wide range | Designed for fast heating/cooling over a wide range | Designed for simultaneous measurement at any two different temperatures within the range |
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O-rings in contact with sample | Viton ® Extreme | Kalrez ® Spectrum 0040 | Kalrez ® Spectrum 0040 | Viton ® Extreme |
Data memory | 1000 measurement results | 1000 measurement results | 1000 measurement results | 1000 measurement results |
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Ambient conditions | 15 °C to 35 °C (59 °F to 95 °F), max. 80 % r.h. non-condensing | 15 °C to 35 °C (59 °F to 95 °F), max. 80 % r.h. non-condensing | 15 °C to 35 °C (59 °F to 95 °F), max. 80 % r.h. non-condensing | 15 °C to 35 °C (59 °F to 95 °F), max. 80 % r.h. non-condensing |
Net weight/shipping weight | 15.9 kg/20.5 kg | 17.6 kg/22.2 kg | 18.0 kg/22.6 kg | 17.8 kg/22.4 kg |
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 33 cm x 51 cm x 23.1 cm (13 in x 20 in x 9.1 in) | 33 cm x 51 cm x 23.1 cm (13 in x 20 in x 9.1 in) | 33 cm x 51 cm x 23.1 cm (13 in x 20 in x 9.1 in) | 33 cm x 51 cm x 23.1 cm (13 in x 20 in x 9.1 in) |
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*Attested at the points of the works adjustment or at calibration correction points, not including the uncertainty of the standards. Valid for ideal measuring and sample conditions within the works adjustment range.
All data refers to stand-alone instruments.
For more information, please contact your Anton Paar representative.
Standards
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ANP Nº 804API 2540
ASTM D341
ASTM D396
ASTM D975
ASTM D1250
ASTM D1655
ASTM D2161
ASTM D2270
ASTM D2501
ASTM D2502
ASTM D2603
ASTM D2880
ASTM D3238
ASTM D3238
ASTM D3699
ASTM D4052
ASTM D4054
ASTM D4174
ASTM D4378
ASTM D5002
ASTM D5275
ASTM D5372
ASTM D5621
ASTM D6074
ASTM D6080
ASTM D6158
ASTM D6278
ASTM D6287
ASTM D6448
ASTM D6666
ASTM D6710
ASTM D6751
ASTM D6823
ASTM D7042
ASTM D7109
ASTM D7152
ASTM D7155
ASTM D7223
ASTM D7467
ASTM D7566
ASTM D7665
ASTM D7666
ASTM D7720
ASTM D7752
ASTM D7826
ASTM D7863
ASTM D7973
ASTM D8029
ASTM D8046
ASTM D8128
ASTM D8147
ASTM D8181
ASTM D8185
ASTM F3208
ASTM F3337
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CPTC SH/T 0604-2000 eqv. ISO 12185D
DEFSTAN 91-91DIN 51659-2
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EN 16766EN 16896
EN 141214-2019
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GB T 29617GJB 9131
GOST 33
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IP 200IP 365
IP 626
IS 1460
IS 1571
ISO 91
ISO 2909
ISO 12185
ISO 23581
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JIG AFQRJOSM
MIL DTL-83133JMIL PRF-17331L
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OENORM C1109S
SH T 0870SN T 3518
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Documents
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Crude oil | Characterize crude oils by determining their viscosity and API degrees Application Reports en
Accessories & Software

Accessory for SVM x001: Hot filling attachment

Accessory for SVM x001: Magnetic particle trap

Gesture Control

Heated sample changer: Xsample 610

Heated sample changer: Xsample 630

Lab execution software: AP Connect

LIMS Communication Software: LIMS Bridge

Sample changer: Xsample 340

Sample changer: Xsample 520
