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Polytevo Series Melt Flow Indexer

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SKU# ERP7MFI

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Polytevo Series Melt Flow Indexer (ACS-5005, ACS-5005A and ACS-5005SA) are melt flow indexers for MFR (mass method) and MVR (volume method), with a test range of 0.1–150 g/10 min (MFR) and 50–5000 cm³/10 min (MVR), 8 load levels and a built-in micro printer.

ACS-5005 melt flow indexer with touch screen and white housing
Polytevo Series Melt Flow Indexer (ACS-5005) — image shown for reference.

The ACS-5005 series determines the melt mass-flow rate (MFR) and melt volume-flow rate (MVR) of plastics and resins in the viscous flow state at a set temperature and load. The ACS-5005 is the standard configuration with a touch-screen controller; the ACS-5005A is the automatic configuration; the ACS-5005SA adds motorized lifting and lowering of the load weights. They are used in plastic production and plastic products, petrochemical industries, universities, research units and inspection departments.

Why choose the ACS-5005, ACS-5005A and ACS-5005SA

Mass and volume methodsTest by mass (MFR) or by volume (MVR); the ACS-5005A and ACS-5005SA can run both methods at the same time and calculate the flow-rate ratio.
Wide test range0.1–150 g/10 min by the mass method and 50–5000 cm³/10 min by the volume method.
8 load levelsEight sets of weights, from 0.325 kg to 21.6 kg, with a weight accuracy of ±0.5%.
Independent upper and lower temperature controlUpper and lower sections of the ACS-5005 and ACS-5005SA are temperature controlled independently with platinum resistance sensors.
Touch-screen operationThe ACS-5005SA has a 7-inch screen. The ACS-5005A and ACS-5005SA can store and print the latest test conditions and data.
Built-in micro printerPrints the test data.
Preheating countdown and alarmsACS-5005A and ACS-5005SA: temperature stability alarm and a 240-second preheating countdown; the preheating time can also be set for ASTM and other methods.
Computer connectionACS-5005A and ACS-5005SA: RS232 or USB interface reserved to control the instrument and save test data on a computer.
MFR range
0.1–150 g/10 min
MVR range
50–5000 cm³/10 min
Load levels
8
Temperature (5005 / 5005SA)
RT to 450°C
Temp. display resolution
0.1°C
Weight accuracy
±0.5%

Specifications General — ACS-5005 series

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ParameterSpecification
BrandPolytevo Series by ACS Material
ModelsACS-5005 / ACS-5005A / ACS-5005SA
SKU #ERP7MFI1 / ERP7MFI2 / ERP7MFI3
Product TypeMelt flow indexer (MFR, MVR)
Test rangeMass method: 0.1–150 g/10 min; volume method: 50–5000 cm³/10 min
Temperature display resolution0.1°C
Time display resolution0.1 s
Discharge port length8.000 ± 0.025 mm
Charging cylinder diameterØ9.550 ± 0.025 mm
Weight accuracy±0.5%
Test load8 levels, 8 sets of weights (0.325 kg to 21.6 kg)
Output modeMicro automatic print output
Power supplyAC 220 V ±10%, 50 Hz
Test method referenceISO 1133; ASTM D1238

Model comparison ACS-5005 vs ACS-5005A vs ACS-5005SA

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ParameterACS-5005ACS-5005AACS-5005SA
SKU #ERP7MFI1ERP7MFI2ERP7MFI3
ConfigurationStandardAutomaticMotorized weight lifting
Temperature rangeRT to 450°CConfirmed on quotationRT to 450°C
Temperature fluctuation±0.5°C±0.5°CConfirmed on quotation
Temperature uniformity±1°C±1°C±1°C
Test methodsMass (MFR) and volume (MVR)Mass, volume, or both at once with flow-rate ratioMass, volume, or both at once with flow-rate ratio
Temperature controlDual control: upper and lower sections independentConfirmed on quotationTwo-stage: 2 platinum sensors and 2 heating sleeves, PID
Displacement sensor specificationAccuracy: 0.01 mmConfirmed on quotationResolution: 0.01 mm
Touch screenColor touch screen controllerConfirmed on quotation7-inch touch screen
Weight loading—Automatic (mechanism confirmed on quotation)Manual, or stepper motor with ball screw raising and lowering the weight
CuttingManual / automatic cuttingManual / automatic cutting; time and times settable 0–999Manual / automatic cutting; time and times settable 0–999
Over-temperature protection—YesYes
Computer interface—RS232 or USB reservedRS232 or USB reserved
ACS-5005A automatic melt flow indexer with barrel and touch display
Polytevo Series Melt Flow Indexer (ACS-5005A) — image shown for reference.
ACS-5005SA semi-automatic melt flow indexer with blue barrel housing and touch screen
Polytevo Series Melt Flow Indexer (ACS-5005SA) — image shown for reference.

Package contents

Supplied with the instrumentQty
Main frame (with built-in printer)1 set
Weights (8 levels)1 set
Weight tray1 pc
Piston rod1 pc
Die1 pc
Hopper1 pc
Loading rod1 pc
Barrel cleaning rod1 pc
Die cleaning rod1 pc
Gauze2 rolls
Documentation1 set

External utilities, where required, are supplied by the user. Package contents reflect the current published configuration; the itemized bill of materials is confirmed on the quotation.

Where it fits

For determining the MFR and MVR of plastics and resins such as PE, PS, PP, ABS and POM, and of engineering plastics such as nylon and PC; for plastic production and products, melt-blown fabric production, petrochemical industries, universities, research units and inspection departments.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the three models?

The ACS-5005 is the standard configuration with a color touch-screen controller and independent upper and lower temperature control. The ACS-5005A is the automatic configuration. The ACS-5005SA adds motorized raising and lowering of the load weights with a 7-inch touch screen; weights can still be loaded manually.

Are all three fully automatic?

No. Only the configuration named Automatic (ACS-5005A) is automatic. The ACS-5005 is the standard configuration and the ACS-5005SA is a motorized weight-lifting configuration.

What can it measure?

Melt mass-flow rate (MFR) of 0.1–150 g/10 min and melt volume-flow rate (MVR) of 50–5000 cm³/10 min.

What loads are available?

Eight load levels using eight sets of weights from 0.325 kg to 21.6 kg, with a weight accuracy of ±0.5%.

Which models can connect to a computer?

The ACS-5005A and ACS-5005SA reserve an RS232 or USB interface to control the instrument and save test data on a computer.

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Polytevo Series is a product line of ACS Material, LLC. Disclaimer: ACS Material, LLC believes the information on this page is accurate and represents the best and most current information available to us. Specifications reflect the current published data; final configurations are confirmed at quotation — always refer to the model datasheet for confirmed model-specific specifications, operate the equipment in accordance with its user manual, and follow your laboratory’s safety procedures. ACS Material makes no representations or warranties, express or implied, regarding suitability for any purpose, and will not be responsible for damages resulting from use of or reliance upon this information.