ASTM D86; IP 123; ISO 3405

The ORBIS PAM-Distillation is the final result of the "ORBIS Basic Line" Distillation Units. Well devised and successfully tested, the unique details of this Fully Automatic Distillation Unit are as follows:

NEW ORBIS  Revolutionary "Volume-Scan" System is accurately measuring the true recovered volume at the bottom line of the meniscus, eliminating volume measurement errors. Ring marks on receivers do not disturb the volume measurement using this technique - Automatic calibration of the volume measuring system is performed before each distillation start -Solid-state volume detection and receiver cooling technique. - Recovered volume and receiver temperature is displayed on a large display at the front panel of the receiver compartment.

ORBIS Dynamic Mercury Thermometer Simulation The unique ORBIS dynamic simulation model ensures that all temperature points are converted precisely to correspond with results obtained from ASTM 7C/F or ASTM 8C/F mercury in glass thermometers, the specified temperature standards for most distillation methods.

ORBIS Auto Temperature-Probe Detection Each temperature sensor contains a unique 'identifier', which stores calibration data specific to that sensor. In the event that the sensor must be replaced, relevant sensor data is automatically recognized and transferred to the distillation unit eliminating the risk of using wrong calibration data with an exchanged temperature probe and avoiding the need to re-program calibration data.

Stand-Alone Operation The PAM-Distillation is designed to fully operate without a separate PC. Distillation programs can be set up directly and data is stored in built in database. Printing and data transfer to host computer (LIMS) can be done after successful distillation or from the integral database at the time it is required.

Barometric Pressure Correction An integral electronic precision barometer compensates for changes in ambient pressure and automatically corrects volume/temperature point readings.

Automatic Loss Correction is achieved by simply entering the residue and recovery data.

A low voltage heater module is mounted directly into the flask support board for optimum heat transfer and energy efficiency. "Snap on" system means heater is easy and quick to replace in case needed.

Flask heating is displayed by a large display located on the front panel of the heater unit. If required the heater temperature can be maintained manually for a manual operation of the distillation unit from here as well.

The heater module is controlled by an algorithm that prevents pulsing during distillations ("Advanced Single-Cycle Switching Method")

The heat shield is double walled and completely covers the flask neck as specified in the Method to protect the Flask neck from being cooled by the surrounding air.

Flask cooling is via a fan system located below the flask heater, this allows rapid cooling of the flask after each test.

The heater unit has an integral spillage container to safely retain the sample/broken glass in the event of flask breakage

The instrument incorporates the unique ORBIS Solid State Condenser System that uses Peltier elements to control the temperature of the condenser tube. The condenser system has integral coolers and requires no external cooling system. The system operates without any liquids or moving parts and hardly requires any maintenance.

Condenser temperature is displayed by a large display located on the front panel of the condenser unit. If required the condenser temperature can be maintained manually for a manual operation of the Distillation unit from here as well.

The condenser tube temperature can be regulated for manual operation of the distillation unit between 0 - 60 °C and reaches 0°C in less than 10 minutes (at ambient of 25°C)

The Condenser Tube is made from high quality seamless stainless steel and has a highly polished internal surface for reproducible liquid flow, enhanced repeatability and easy cleaning.

A unique "ORBIS BV Multipurpose Flask Support Board" contains all 4 standard hole diameters and allows user to easily select flask support diameter according to his test requirement (with no need to take out the support board between distillations).

Fully usable in Stand Alone Mode: ORBIS PAM-Distillation can be operated as a Manual, Semi or Full Automatic Distillation unit.

Simple and straight forward operation, with a single scroll button all menus are selected and required parameters are set quickly. Parameters are stored in Distillation programs for subsequent recall with the next distillation.

ORBIS Measuring Cylinders fully made from glass with a closed bottom, eliminating the risk of leaking O-rings.

ORBIS Distillation Flasks are manufactured precisely conform the test standards, each flask is marked with an individual serial number and supplied with a test certificate.

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