Guarded hot plate for thermal conductivity testing
Ensure optimal insulation performance with precise thermal conductivity measurements, vital for innovative material development and energy efficiency improvements in construction and manufacturing.
The GHP 500 from NETZSCH Analyzing & Testing is a reliable guarded hot plate designed for accurately measuring thermal conductivity in thick insulation specimens. Employing the absolute method, it precisely evaluates materials like insulating glass units, aerated concrete, and fiberglass insulation, crucial for thermal efficiency in construction applications. Featuring an integrated single board computer with a Windows operating system, this device offers seamless data acquisition and evaluation via the Lambda software. Its robust design accommodates specimen sizes up to 500 mm x 500 mm with variable thickness and operates efficiently within a temperature range of -15°C to 70°C. Equipped with numerous connectivity interfaces, including RS232 and Gigabit Ethernet, the GHP 500 ensures quick data transfer and integration into laboratory or R&D settings. Designed in accordance with standards like ISO 8302 and ASTM C177, it provides critical support for the building materials, insulation, and construction industries, ensuring compliance while optimizing insulation performance.
Benefits
- Provides precise thermal conductivity measurements, ensuring material effectiveness for energy-efficient designs.
- Facilitates efficient data processing and reporting with integrated computer and Lambda software.
- Enhances laboratory efficiency with multiple connectivity options for fast data transfer.
- Meets international testing standards, ensuring compliance across applications.
- Adapts to diverse materials and thicknesses, supporting comprehensive insulation testing.
- Applications
- Polymers,Ceramics,Sealants,Construction materials,Thermoelectric,Building materials,Metals,Glass,Photovoltaics,Adhesives,Thermal insulation,Alloys,Biomass,Insulation materials,Inorganics
- End products
- Epoxy adhesives,Stainless steel alloys,Aerated concrete blocks,Biomass pellets,Refractory bricks,Fiberglass insulation,Solar panels,Vacuum insulation panels,Insulating glass units,Tempered glass panels,Ceramic tiles,Silicone sealants,Thermoelectric coolers,Aluminum sheets,Clay bricks,Polyethylene foams
- Steps before
- Sample preparation,Cutting specimens to size,Conditioning material to test temperature
- Steps after
- Data analysis,Report generation,Validation with reference materials
- Input ingredients
- thick specimens,insulation materials,building materials,construction materials,samples,insulating glass,natural stone,concrete,plastics,composite materials,granulates,flakes
- Output ingredients
- thermal conductivity values,test reports,data graphs,tables,test results
- Measuring range
- 0.005 to 2.0 W/(m·K)
- Specimen size (L x W)
- 500 mm x 500 mm
- Specimen thickness (H)
- 1x 15 mm to 200 mm
- Temperature range
- Cooling plate
- Interface
- 1x RS 232,1x Gigabit Ethernet
- Power supply
- 110 V to 230 V,50/60 Hz
- Dimensions (H x W x D)
- 186 cm x 75 cm x 75 cm
- Weight
- 192 kg
- Automation Level
- Manual / PLC / SCADA / External PC
- Batch vs. Continuous Operation
- Batch
- Changeover Time
- Not specified
- Cleaning Method
- Manual
- CIP/SIP
- Not applicable
- Energy Efficiency
- Enhanced by insulation
- Connectivity
- RS232,USB,Gigabit Ethernet
- Temperature Control
- -15°C to 70°C
- Specimen Change Process
- Easy from the front
- User Interface
- Touch display,PC connectivity
- Operating Temperatures
- -15°C to 60°C cooling / -5°C to 70°C heating
- Building materials compatibility
- Yes
- Insulation materials compatibility
- Yes
- Cryogenic materials
- Yes
- Suitable for
- Building,construction,and insulating materials
- Control panel type
- Touch display
- Integration possibilities
- RS232,USB,Gigabit Ethernet
- Connectivity
- External PC connection
- Software compatibility
- Lambdasoftware
- Heating plate dimension
- 100 mm x 100 mm up to 300 mm x 300 mm
- Market info
- Netzsch is known for its high-quality engineered-to-order equipment, specializing in pumps, grinding, and dispersing technologies with a strong reputation for innovation, reliability, and precision in industries such as chemicals, food, pharmaceuticals, and environmental applications.