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FAQs on Measuring Plastics with a Halogen Moisture Analyzer

VicoMeter is an expert in the field of moisture detection, providing fast and targeted industry solutions for different users. In this article, you will find answers to some frequently asked questions about measuring plastics with the VM-E01 rapid halogen moisture analyzer.

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Plastic part suppliers and their customers care about quality and fast production. Proper moisture in raw material ensures trouble-free compounding and molding, smooth surfaces, and ideal mechanical properties. The VicoMeter VM-E01 rapid halogen moisture analyzer is ideal for simple, accurate moisture measurement on the production floor.

Measuring moisture in plastics with a halogen moisture analyzer is a recognized ASTM method: D6980-12, "Standard Test Method for Determination of Moisture in Plastics by Loss in Weight".

VicoMeter is an expert in the field of moisture detection, providing fast and targeted industry solutions for different users. In this article, you will find answers to some frequently asked questions about measuring plastics with the VM-E01 rapid halogen moisture analyzer.

FAQ

Can the Loss-on-Drying Method Measure Plastics?

Yes. Measuring moisture in plastics with a halogen moisture analyzer is a recognized ASTM method: D6980-12, "Standard Test Method for Determination of Moisture in Plastics by Loss in Weight".

Can a Rapid Halogen Moisture Analyzer Replace the Oven Method for Plastics?

Yes — seeCan Rapid Halogen Moisture Analyzers Replace the Oven Method?).

Can the same method for unreinforced plastics be used on reinforced plastics?

Yes — reinforced plastics contain glass or other materials that do not affect moisture measurement.

Can colorless-resin parameters be applied to a colored resin?

Adjust drying temperature for heat absorption — e.g., black resin about 10°C lower than white.

How to measure moisture in plasticized plastics?

Take care: loss on drying counts volatilized plasticizer as moisture. Heat at a lower temperature where possible to prevent plasticizer loss.

Can I apply my Karl Fischer oven temperature to the VM-E01?

Not directly. As a rule of thumb, the VM-E01 drying temperature is about 30°C lower than the oven's.

Can a method developed for one supplier's polymer be used on the same polymer type from other suppliers?

It is a good reference, but should be adapted to the other suppliers' polymer compounds.

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The halogen moisture analyzer is also known as a rapid halogen moisture meter, halogen moisture measuring instrument, halogen moisture tester, halogen moisture gauge, moisture tester, moisture meter, water content meter, moisture check meter, and more.

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