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Introduction
Viscosity measurement and control systems are used for continuous in-line measurement and control of viscosity of many liquids. Specially designed for fuel oil applications, it is used for diesel engines on ships and in land based power plants. VAF Instruments' expertise in this field resulted in a unique patented, superior measuring principle; ViscoSense®.
Why choose VAF for viscosity control systems?
Today, VAF Instruments is world-market leader in fuel viscosity control. In the 1960's VAF already introduced a viscosity sensor for fuel oil. From then on VAF's name for quality, reliability and accuracy has led to the current status of world-market leader. More than 30,000 systems have found their way to ships and industrial plants all over the world. You'll find VAF service facilities in more than 40 countries in principal harbours, industrial and shipbuilding areas of the world.
What makes ViscoSense® unique?
The VAF Instruments ViscoSense® is a viscosity sensor with a unique operating principle. The patented measuring principle is based on rotational vibration of a pendulum in liquid. The damping of this electrically controlled vibration is directly related to the viscosity. Through this ViscoSense® achieves the most accurate viscosity measurement possible.
User benefits
Cost saving:
optimises burning efficiency and fuel consumption
reduces engine maintenance/overhaul costs
no moving parts, therefore low operating costs are ensured
the smooth edged pendulum is practically insensitive to
adherence preventing local servicing costs
User-friendliness:
no preventive maintenance required because ViscoSense® has no moving parts
the compact light-weight construction is easy to install in new and retrofit applications
Product quality:
calibrated for life which makes re-calibration in the field unnecessary
all SS-316 pendulum does not corrode and is durable
provides better emission control to minimize air pollution
Unique product features:
ISO 9001 quality assurance certification
continuous in-line viscosity control
resistant against line pulsations
long term accuracy and reproducibility
type approval certificates from all major classification authorities
Guaranteed reliability
Application
viscosity control of intermediate and heavy fuel oils used for main and
auxiliary diesel engines on board ships
viscosity control in oil-fired power plants and other industrial applications
using heavy or intermediate fuel oil
In-line viscosity measurement in industrial applications
The ViscoSense® sensor is also suitable for in-line measurement of viscosity of many liquids in industrial applications. Because individual applications need special attention please contact VAF Instruments for a tailor made solution.
Changing to ViscoSense® now!
VAF Instruments can supply special adapters to fit ViscoSense® directly into your existing system of any make. Name us the make and type of your existing system and we will send you dimensional drawings of the ViscoSense® solution.
In combination with ViscoSense® VAF Instruments offers a range of viscosity control systems.
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