Tag Flash Point Tester:
TAG 4
- Tag closed-cup flash point tester (ASTM D56 and more)
- Flash point applications of jet fuels, solvents, and more
- Two cooling systems, liquid or air, with Peltier elements
- Two ignition systems, electric and gas, included with each unit
The automatic Tag closed-cup tester measures the flash point, the lowest temperature at which the vapors of a sample ignite upon the application of an ignition source. The tester can also be used to detect the ability of a sample to yield flammable vapors when maintained at an equilibrium temperature by the flash/no flash method.
TAG 4 is suitable for flash point applications of jet fuels, solvents, chemicals, etc.
Key features
Benefits at a Glance
- Two cooling systems with Peltier elements are available: an economical air-cooled model and a low-temperature version with external water cooling
- The two ignition systems in each unit give you the flexibility to work with an electric or gas igniter: if the gas ignition is used, the electric igniter will automatically relight the gas flame during the test, if necessary
- The One-Twist swivel-around multi-function head guarantees the safe and easy one-hand connection of all sensors and actuators such as the shutter release, igniter and detector contacts
- An extended measuring range up to 110 °C enables you to go beyond the conventional scope of the method
Convenient Operation
- Test initiation by pre-installed standard test methods and ability to customize methods by user-defined programs
- Outside flame sensors increase the system’s safety, especially for work with samples that have no conventional flash point but burn outside the test cup (e.g. due to flame-inhibiting components)
- Splashproof touch-key panel with large LCD
- A multi-detector combines the flash point detector and the temperature probe in a solid housing with a perfectly adjusted immersion depth
Customized User Flexibility
- PC-software FPPNet (optional) for convenient remote handling and test data storage
- Insulation hood (optional) to protect the cover and shutter assembly from icing during low-temperature flash point tests
- Draft deflector (optional) recommended for gas ignition tests
- Calibration set (optional)
- Small-volume sample cup (optional)
Technical specifications
Application range (°C/°F selectable) | 10 °C to 110 °C (air-cooled) -30 °C to 110 °C (liquid-cooled) |
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Ignition | Gas and electric (interchangeable) |
Heating | According to method or user-defined |
Cooling of Peltier elements | Air-cooled (by built-in fan) Liquid-cooled (with tap water or circulation cooler) |
Flash detection | Thermocouple |
Barometric pressure correction | Automatic correction |
Safety | Overheat protection, automatic shut-off |
Interfaces | 2x RS232 |
Gas supply | 50 mbar of propane or butane |
Power supply | 115 V/230 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz, 180 W (air-cooled) 230 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz or 115 V, 60 Hz, 150 W (liquid-cooled) |
Dimensions | 230 mm x 470 mm x 470 mm (W x D x H) |
Weight | 8 kg |
Resolution | 0.1 °C |
Standards
ABNT
ANP
ASTM
EN
FTM
IP
ISO
RANP
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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ASTM D56 - ASTM Proficiency Testing Program for Flash Point of Jet Fuel Application Reports
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Correlation Between Standard Cup and Mini-Cup Application Reports
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Datasheet: TAG 4 Brochures
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Tank Terminals Overview Brochure Brochures
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Instruction Manual: TAG 4 Manuals
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Anton Paar ProveTec Update Tool Software and Firmware
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Firmware update - TAG 4 (Version F8) Software and Firmware
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PC-Software - FPPNet Print - Excel Macro (Version 17.1) Software and Firmware
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Release Notes - TAG 4 (FW F8) Software and Firmware
Consumables
Consumables
To find out if you can purchase online from your location, check the online availability below.
If you do not find the item you require, please contact your Anton Paar sales representative.

GAS IGNITER (ABA /TAG)

LID, BRASS (TAG)

CUP 2 (ASTM/JIS), BRASS (TAG)

TEST INSERT 2 (CUP AND LID), BRASS, STANDARD VOLUME (TAG)
- 1 standard test cup made of brass (P/N 151860)
- 1 lid (P/N 107194)
Only suitable for TAG 4 instruments with S/N 60012586 and higher.

MULTI-DETECTOR 2, GLASS PT100 (TAG)

CALIBRATION SET 2 (TAG)
- 1 calibration lid (P/N 107197)
- 1 digital thermometer GMH with temperature sensor
GTF (official certificate included) (P/N 189976)

ELECTRIC IGNITER

MULTI-DETECTOR 2, SHORT METAL PT100 (ABA/TAG)
