Monitoring and Control for Single-line Process Environments
VISCOpro 2000 www.paclp.com
The ideal solution for single-line monitoring and control applications:
• Complements and controls CVI’s high-quality sensors for increased reliability
• Automated cleaning and viscosity control minimizes user interaction and maximizes accuracy
• Straightforward operations increases viscosity controls efficiency and profitability
• Correlates with ASTM D7483 and ASTM D445
Fast and Reliable process viscosity
VISCOpro 2000 measurement
When you have a process line or simulation system
of components that are critical to your operations,
you need to know that the viscosity parameters are
correct or controlled at all times. You want automated
monitoring for continuous, reliable, and accurate
measurements, but you also want hands-on control
– the ability to change settings, measure different
attributes, and capture and analyze real-time data.
APPLICATION RANGE STANDARD METHODS
• In-line or In-tank Viscosity Correlation to:
Measurement from 0.2 To • ASTM D7483
20,000 centipoise • ASTM D445
The VISCOpro 2000 viscometer offers menu-driven electronics to complement and control Cambridge
Viscosity’s high-quality in-line and in-tank sensors. Powerful yet easy to use, the VISCOpro 2000
provides viscosity, temperature, temperature-compensated viscosity, and optional density readings on
an enhanced visual display panel. Thirteen factory-set standard measurement ranges from 0.2-20,000
cP are available for greater accuracy.
Selecting operating characteristics, control set points, and alarms (six different settings) are easy using
a menu-driven interface with RS232 (standard) and RS485 (optional) communications ports. A built-in
1,000-point data logger captures key data in real time that can be easily exported to common graphing
programs for analysis. The VISCOpro 2000 can be easily programmed for up to 40 different fluid
settings, enabling rapid changeovers in production processes with consistent results.
VISCOpro Monitor and Control Menus
Self-cleaning operation
Our proprietary software cleans the sensor at regular intervals by forcing the piston to the bottom of the chamber with increased force. This
action does not affect measurement levels or data capture, yet effectively eliminates particle build up that can interfere with the system’s
reliability. The VISCOpro 2000 will also switch to cleanout mode whenever necessary.
Automatic viscosity control (proportional-integral)
The system is factory-set yet configurable. Its microprocessor “learns” how much control is needed for each fluid setting, and automatically
adjusts to the ideal level, maximizing accuracy and allowing for minimal operator intervention.
Multiple output signals
The VISCOpro 2000 does more than measure viscosity; it transmits analog signals for temperature and temperature-compensated viscosity
(TCV); optional density measurement is available. TCV is a particularly important attribute as fluctuations in temperature wastes money and
materials while harming quality control efforts. VISCOpro 2000 eliminates the effects of variations in process temperature and increases
viscosity-control efficiency.
Automatic date and time-stamped data logging
With automatic date and time-stamped data logging, you have an audit trail to identify errors and changes to the process, as well as
performance and quality trends. The data can easily be exported to spreadsheet programs for further analysis and customized reports.
Security and alerts
The VISCOpro 2000 features a supervisory lock-out function to prohibit unauthorized viewing of line status or changing of settings. When
levels reach user-configured thresholds, alarms are triggered to alert operators so they can quickly take appropriate action.
Quick change memory settings
If your process line runs more than one fluid, very often each fluid requires its own viscosity control setting. When you change the fluid, you
have to be sure to consistently and accurately change the settings. The VISCOpro 2000 allows you to name each fluid and select its setting.
Compatible In-Line Sensors 501
301 The 501 sensor is used extensively in
Ideal where threaded connections compressor, on-engine & hydraulic applications.
are desired, the 301 sensor mates Sensor connects via ½” NPT threads and 90°
directly to a tee or pipe with standard 1.25” NPT push-pull connector allows for low clearance
ends. Recommended for line sizes < 2”. installations.
311 571
Appropriate for most applications, the 311 sensor Small yet reliable, the 571 sensor is used for
has a quick-disconnect flange for fast, tool-less compressor, used oil analysis, on-engine, and
hydraulic fluid applications. Designed to fit into
removal. Recommended for line sizes < 2”.
13/16 UNEF threaded ports.
372
The 372 sensor installs directly into small-
diameter process lines using 1/4” NPT fittings.
Compatible In-Tank Sensors
321
Available with removable jacket.
The 321 sensor can be fitted to any pipe
configuration without welding. The sensor’s head
374 is attached to its stem at a 90-degree angle.
The 374 sensor incorporates an integral
heater and ½” sanitary process connections
making it the ideal choice for a wide 322
range of biopharmaceutical and R&D Typically used in permanent in-tank mounted
applications, the 322 sensor’s head is attached to
applications.
its stem at a 45-degree angle.
392
Designed with a rugged, four-bolt stainless steel
flange, the 392 sensor fits easily to any pipe line
size over 1.5”.
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Power input 100-240 VAC, 24 VDC, 12 W
Outputs 4-20mA; 1 RS232 (standard)/
RS485 (optional); 1 5V-TTL alarm;
PAC Authorized Representatives are also located in most
1 on-off port for alarm or control
countries worldwide. For more information visit www.paclp.com.
Accuracy 1.0% of full scale (correlates
to ASTM D445) +/- 5% FS for
500-10,000 and 1,000-20,000 cP
ranges
Repeatability 0.8% (ASTM D7483)
Ranges* 0.2-20,000cP (0.2-2cP, 0.25-
5cP, 0.5-10cP, 1-20cP, 2.5-50cP,
5-100cP, 10-200cP, 25-500cP,
50-1,000cP, 100-2,000cP, 250-
5,000cP, 500-10,000cP, 1,000-
20,000cP)
Wetted Standard 316L/430 Stainless Steel,
Components Optional Hastelloy, Silicon Coating,
and Sanitary Components
Maximum 190°C (sensor); 60°C (display
Temperature electronics)
Maximum 1000 psi (70.3 bar), Optional:
Pressure 2200psi (151 bar)
Temperature PT100
Sensor
Certifications FM, CE, ATEX, NEMA4,IP-66
* ± of 5% of full scale 500-10,000 and 1.000 to
20,000cP Ranges
VISCOpro System SPECIFICATION Comparison
ViscoPro1600 ViscoPro2000 ViscoPro8000
Measurement Principle Electromagnetic Electromagnetic Electromagnetic
Repeatability ± .8% Reading ± .8% Reading ± .8% Reading
Viscosity Range 0.2-20,000cP 0.2-20,000cP 0.2-20,000cP
Max Pressure Ratings 1,000 psi 1,000 psi 1,000 psi
Self Clean/Recovery Automatic Automatic Automatic
Continuous Analysis Yes Yes w/logging Yes w/graphing
Viscosity Units cP; cSt; cup sec; SSU cP; cSt; cup sec; SSU User Selectable
Factory Set User Selectable
Temp: °C or °F °C or °F Factory Set °C or °F Selectable User Selectable
Sensor Temperature Range -40°C to 190°C -40°C to 190°C -40°C to 190°C
Analog Outputs 4-20mA (2) 4-20mA (4) 4-20mA (1) User Selectable
Digital Communications RS485 RS485/RS232 RS232, TCP/IP
Input power 12VDC 100-240 VAC/12-36 VDC 100-240 VAC
Temperature Compensated No Available Available
Cambridge Viscosity Viscosity (TCV)
With more than 10,000 installations worldwide, Profibus, Modbus Compatible No Yes, Optional Yes, Optional
Cambridge Viscosity is the proven leader in
Temp/Viscosity Control No PI PI
viscosity management technology. With over
25 years of experience, Cambridge Viscosity Alarm Output Yes, Factory Set Yes Yes
understands and meets the needs of laboratory Screen LCD Optional Menu Driven LCD PC Optional Touchscreen-Multichannel
researchers and process engineers in a wide Standard
FM, CE, ATEX Optional Optional
range of industries whose jobs depend on the
quality, accuracy, and reliability of viscosity
measurement equipment. With their patented
sensor technology, Cambridge Viscosity has Copyright 2012/1 PAC L.P. All rights reserved 00.00.205
become the gold standard in small sample
viscosity measurement.
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