Automatic, computer-controlled Vicat needle instrument with up to 12 measuring stations for the determination of the setting characteristics of binding materials, preferably of:

   - cement accord. to EN 196 / ASTM C 191

   - gypsum accord. to EN 13279 / ASTM C 472

   - mortar accord. to EN 480 / ASTM C 807

• fully automatic test procedure

• automatic cleaning and drying of the Vicat needle resp. the gypsum cone

• data base storage of the results including corresponding test parameters

• definition of different test parameters for each of the 12 measuring station

• quick measurement mode with switch off function for the automatic cleaning, e.g. for shotcrete

• display of the setting process as chart and as single values

• bidirectional data transmission with a host system (LIMS)

• high precision measurement of the penetration depth by incremental measuring system (resolution 0.05 mm)

• low maintenance expenditure and high durability due to solid and high-quality design

• connectivity option of an external thermostat for the exact tempering of the water

• performance unit (substructure) for a table installation available