{"product_id":"mfi-500-ap-volumetric-melt-flow-indexer","title":"MFI-500-AP Volumetric Melt Flow Indexer","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"mt-6 mb-2 font-semibold text-2xl\" data-streamdown=\"heading-2\"\u003eAdvanced Computerised Plastometer for Thermoplastic Characterisation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MFI-500-AP is a fully computerised melt flow indexer engineered for laboratories that demand reliable, repeatable measurements. Supporting both gravimetric and volumetric test methods, this precision instrument delivers the accuracy your quality control and R\u0026amp;D work requires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mt-6 mb-2 font-semibold text-2xl\" data-streamdown=\"heading-2\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMelt flow index is one of the most practical indicators of how a thermoplastic will behave during processing. It correlates inversely with molecular weight and viscosity—higher flow rates signal lower viscosity and easier processing, while lower rates indicate higher molecular weight and greater mechanical strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MFI-500-AP brings laboratory-grade accuracy to daily quality control without the complexity of research-only instruments. It's built for the workflow realities of busy QC departments—fast setup, straightforward operation, and results you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mt-6 mb-2 font-semibold text-2xl\" data-streamdown=\"heading-2\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mt-6 mb-2 font-semibold text-xl\" data-streamdown=\"heading-3\"\u003eDual-Method Testing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupports both \u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\" data-streamdown=\"strong\"\u003eMethod A (gravimetric)\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\" data-streamdown=\"strong\"\u003eMethod B (volumetric)\u003c\/span\u003e per ASTM D1238 and ISO 1133. One instrument, full flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mt-6 mb-2 font-semibold text-xl\" data-streamdown=\"heading-3\"\u003eComputerised Operation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegrated Mini PC with dedicated Melt Flow Index software handles test programming, timing, data acquisition, and results calculation—eliminating manual timing errors and streamlining documentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mt-6 mb-2 font-semibold text-xl\" data-streamdown=\"heading-3\"\u003ePrecision Temperature Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePID-regulated heating maintains barrel temperature within \u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\" data-streamdown=\"strong\"\u003e±0.1°C\u003c\/span\u003e across a range up to \u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\" data-streamdown=\"strong\"\u003e325°C\u003c\/span\u003e, ensuring consistent test conditions from polyethylene to high-temperature engineering resins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mt-6 mb-2 font-semibold text-xl\" data-streamdown=\"heading-3\"\u003eAutomatic Sample Cutting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProgrammable cutting cycles remove operator variability from gravimetric measurements. Set your time interval and cut count—the instrument handles the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mt-6 mb-2 font-semibold text-xl\" data-streamdown=\"heading-3\"\u003eComplete Weight Set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeven chrome-polished weights ship standard: \u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\" data-streamdown=\"strong\"\u003e1.2, 2.16, 3.8, 5.0, 5.0, 6.6, and 10 kg\u003c\/span\u003e. Combine the larger weights to achieve 21.6 kg for high-load testing per ASTM specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mt-6 mb-2 font-semibold text-xl\" data-streamdown=\"heading-3\"\u003eCorrosion-Ready Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterials of construction accommodate aggressive polymers like PVC without compromising barrel integrity or measurement accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mt-6 mb-2 font-semibold text-xl\" data-streamdown=\"heading-3\"\u003eDigital Stopwatch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt-in timer with \u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\" data-streamdown=\"strong\"\u003e9999-second range\u003c\/span\u003e and high resolution supports both automated and manual test protocols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mt-6 mb-2 font-semibold text-xl\" data-streamdown=\"heading-3\"\u003eData Connectivity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRS-232 output with USB converter enables data export to external systems for SPC integration or archival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mt-6 mb-2 font-semibold text-2xl\" data-streamdown=\"heading-2\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-streamdown=\"table\" class=\"w-full border-collapse border border-border\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-streamdown=\"table-header\" class=\"bg-muted\/80\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-streamdown=\"table-row\" class=\"border-border border-b\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-streamdown=\"table-header-cell\" class=\"whitespace-nowrap px-4 py-2 text-left font-semibold text-sm\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-streamdown=\"table-header-cell\" class=\"whitespace-nowrap px-4 py-2 text-left font-semibold text-sm\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-streamdown=\"table-body\" class=\"divide-y divide-border bg-muted\/40\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-streamdown=\"table-row\" class=\"border-border border-b\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-streamdown=\"table-cell\" class=\"px-4 py-2 text-sm\"\u003eTest Methods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-streamdown=\"table-cell\" class=\"px-4 py-2 text-sm\"\u003eASTM D1238 \/ ISO 1133 Methods A \u0026amp; B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-streamdown=\"table-row\" class=\"border-border border-b\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-streamdown=\"table-cell\" class=\"px-4 py-2 text-sm\"\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-streamdown=\"table-cell\" class=\"px-4 py-2 text-sm\"\u003eUp to 325°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-streamdown=\"table-row\" class=\"border-border border-b\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-streamdown=\"table-cell\" class=\"px-4 py-2 text-sm\"\u003eTemperature Resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-streamdown=\"table-cell\" class=\"px-4 py-2 text-sm\"\u003e±0.1°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-streamdown=\"table-row\" class=\"border-border border-b\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-streamdown=\"table-cell\" class=\"px-4 py-2 text-sm\"\u003ePiston Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-streamdown=\"table-cell\" class=\"px-4 py-2 text-sm\"\u003eUp to 25 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-streamdown=\"table-row\" class=\"border-border border-b\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-streamdown=\"table-cell\" class=\"px-4 py-2 text-sm\"\u003eStroke Resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-streamdown=\"table-cell\" class=\"px-4 py-2 text-sm\"\u003e±0.1 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-streamdown=\"table-row\" class=\"border-border border-b\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-streamdown=\"table-cell\" class=\"px-4 py-2 text-sm\"\u003eTimer Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-streamdown=\"table-cell\" class=\"px-4 py-2 text-sm\"\u003eUp to 9999 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-streamdown=\"table-row\" class=\"border-border border-b\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-streamdown=\"table-cell\" class=\"px-4 py-2 text-sm\"\u003eWeight Loading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-streamdown=\"table-cell\" class=\"px-4 py-2 text-sm\"\u003eMotorized automatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-streamdown=\"table-row\" class=\"border-border border-b\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-streamdown=\"table-cell\" class=\"px-4 py-2 text-sm\"\u003eData Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-streamdown=\"table-cell\" class=\"px-4 py-2 text-sm\"\u003eRS-232 with USB converter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-streamdown=\"table-row\" class=\"border-border border-b\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-streamdown=\"table-cell\" class=\"px-4 py-2 text-sm\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-streamdown=\"table-cell\" class=\"px-4 py-2 text-sm\"\u003eCE marked\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"my-4 flex flex-col space-y-2\" data-streamdown=\"table-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mt-6 mb-2 font-semibold text-2xl\" data-streamdown=\"heading-2\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mt-6 mb-2 font-semibold text-xl\" data-streamdown=\"heading-3\"\u003ePolymer Types\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-inside list-disc whitespace-normal [li_\u0026amp;]:pl-6\" data-streamdown=\"unordered-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\" data-streamdown=\"list-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\" data-streamdown=\"strong\"\u003eCommodity resins:\u003c\/span\u003e PE, PP, PS, PVC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\" data-streamdown=\"list-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\" data-streamdown=\"strong\"\u003eEngineering plastics:\u003c\/span\u003e PET, PMMA, nylon (PA), PB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\" data-streamdown=\"list-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\" data-streamdown=\"strong\"\u003eSpecialty polymers:\u003c\/span\u003e PTFE and fluoropolymers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mt-6 mb-2 font-semibold text-xl\" data-streamdown=\"heading-3\"\u003eIndustries\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePackaging · Automotive · Aerospace · Medical devices · Construction · Textiles · Pipe and fittings · Furniture · Toys · Consumer products\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mt-6 mb-2 font-semibold text-2xl\" data-streamdown=\"heading-2\"\u003eStandards Compliance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-inside list-disc whitespace-normal [li_\u0026amp;]:pl-6\" data-streamdown=\"unordered-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\" data-streamdown=\"list-item\"\u003eASTM D1238\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\" data-streamdown=\"list-item\"\u003eISO 1133\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\" data-streamdown=\"list-item\"\u003eDIN 1133\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\" data-streamdown=\"list-item\"\u003eEN 1133\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\" data-streamdown=\"list-item\"\u003eUNE 1133\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mt-6 mb-2 font-semibold text-2xl\" data-streamdown=\"heading-2\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-inside list-disc whitespace-normal [li_\u0026amp;]:pl-6\" data-streamdown=\"unordered-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\" data-streamdown=\"list-item\"\u003eMFI-500-AP plastometer with integrated Mini PC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\" data-streamdown=\"list-item\"\u003eMelt Flow Index testing software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\" data-streamdown=\"list-item\"\u003eSeven-piece chrome weight set (1.2–10 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\" data-streamdown=\"list-item\"\u003eStandard piston and capillary die\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\" data-streamdown=\"list-item\"\u003eComplete tool kit for operation and cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\" data-streamdown=\"list-item\"\u003eUSB interface cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Gravimetric method calculations require weighing extruded samples to 0.001 g resolution. 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