The OilLab 510 Foaming Tester is a fully automatic instrument designed to measure the foaming characteristics of lubricating oils in compliance with ASTM D892, ASTM D6082, DIN 51566, IP 146, and ISO 6247. This high-precision analyzer evaluates foaming tendency and foam stability at controlled temperatures of 24°C and 93.5°C, ensuring reliable results for lubricants used in industrial and automotive applications.
Applications
• Evaluation of foaming behavior in lubricating oils
• Determination of foam tendency and stability under standard test conditions
• Suitable for automotive, industrial, and hydraulic lubricants
• Essential for quality control and R&D laboratories in oil and lubricant manufacturing
Key Features & Specifications
• Test Positions: Four-position heated air bath, temperature range +20°C to +150°C
• Design: Compact, robust epoxy-coated structure for long-term durability
• Temperature Control:
o Long precision probe for accurate digital control
o ±0.1°C accuracy, 0.01°C display resolution
o Built-in Peltier cooling system keeps chamber below +24°C
• Airflow Control:
o 4 independent micro pumps and airflow meters
o Automatic flow controllers for 94 or 200 ±5 mL/min, depending on ASTM method
• User Interface:
o Integrated 7” TFT/LCD touchscreen panel PC (480 × 800 resolution)
o Real-time display of all test parameters
o Audible alarm after soak time completion
• Software (LabLink):
o Automatic calibration of temperature probes
o Data storage with calibration history
o Operator name, filename tracking, and diagnostic tools
o ASTM D892 and ASTM D6082 methods pre-installed
• Capacity: Internal rack with warm light for 4 test cylinders, full view through insulated observation window
• Data Management:
o Stores 60,000+ analyses
o Exportable results in .xls format
o Compatible with LIMS systems
Benefits
• Ensures compliance with international foaming test standards
• Provides accurate, reproducible measurements for lubricant quality assurance
• Reduces manual intervention with fully automated testing and data recording
• Ideal for petroleum, lubricant, and additive testing laboratories