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Overview

The Anton Paar D130 Copper Corrosion Tester is a precision-engineered benchtop instrument designed to evaluate the corrosive tendency of petroleum products—such as gasoline, diesel, lubricating oils, and jet fuels—toward copper and copper alloys under controlled thermal conditions. It operates in strict compliance with ASTM D130, “Standard Test Method for Corrosivity of Petroleum Products (Copper Strip Corrosion Test)”, and supports test temperatures at 40 °C, 50 °C, and 100 °C—key reference points specified in the standard for classification and specification purposes. The system employs a thermostatically regulated stainless-steel water bath with PID-controlled heating, Pt100 RTD temperature sensing, and digital real-time monitoring to ensure thermal stability within ±0.1 °C across a full operational range of 30–120 °C. Its robust architecture integrates safety-critical features including overheat protection, low-level liquid detection, and steam containment design—ensuring consistent, repeatable, and auditable test execution aligned with GLP and ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory requirements.

Key Features

• ASTM D130-compliant thermal testing platform with programmable setpoints at 40 °C, 50 °C, and 100 °C
• Stainless-steel water bath with ceramic-coated exterior for chemical resistance and long-term durability
• Multi-hole insulated lid with integrated sample-holding hooks and temperature-controlled jacket to minimize vapor loss during high-temperature operation
• Microprocessor-based PID controller with dual digital display: setpoint and actual bath temperature (resolution 0.1 °C)
• Dedicated electronic control module housed in an anodized aluminum panel with English-language interface and CE-certified electrical safety (220 V / 50 Hz / 2500 W)
• Integrated ASTM 12C thermometer (–20 °C to +102 °C) for independent temperature verification
• Optional configurations available: 4-, 6-, or 8-sample capacity variants (AD0130-100, AD0130-110, AD0130-120), with footprint-optimized dimensions and reinforced structural integrity
• Support for both wet-bath and optional dry-heating modules to accommodate alternative test protocols or regulatory flexibility

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The D130 accommodates standardized copper strip specimens (75 × 12.5 × 3 mm per ASTM D130), mounted in glass or visual test tubes (e.g., AD0130-C00, AD0130-C06) and sealed within corrosion test cans (AD0130-A00). Sample holders—including adjustable tube racks (AD0130-A01) and copper-strip clamping tools (AD0130-A03/A04)—ensure uniform immersion depth and mechanical stability during thermal exposure. All consumables—including SiC abrasive papers (grades 150 and 240), calibrated copper strips, O-rings, and certified PT100 simulators (CAL001/CAL002)—are traceable to metrological standards and supplied with lot-specific documentation. The instrument meets essential regulatory prerequisites for petroleum quality assurance laboratories operating under ISO 8217, API RP 1529, EN 590, and US EPA fuel certification frameworks. Its design supports audit-ready workflows compliant with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 when paired with validated data logging software.

Software & Data Management

While the base D130 operates via embedded microcontroller logic without onboard data storage, it is fully compatible with Anton Paar’s optional LabX® Lite software suite for external PC-based temperature logging, alarm event tracking, and electronic record generation. LabX Lite enables timestamped export of bath temperature profiles (with Pt100 validation timestamps), operator ID tagging, and PDF report generation—all structured to satisfy ALCOA+ principles (Attributable, Legible, Contemporaneous, Original, Accurate, Complete, Consistent, Enduring, Available). For GMP-regulated environments, full LabX® Professional integration provides 21 CFR Part 11-compliant user access control, electronic signatures, and immutable audit trails—ensuring full traceability from test initiation through final classification (e.g., “1a”, “2b”, “3c” per ASTM D130 rating scale).

Applications

This instrument serves critical roles across upstream, midstream, and downstream petroleum operations: incoming crude assay labs assess sulfur-bearing compound reactivity; refinery QC units verify post-treatment stability of naphtha and kerosene fractions; lubricant formulation teams screen additive packages for copper compatibility; and third-party certification bodies conduct independent conformance testing for ISO 8573-1 compressed air system oils or aviation turbine fuels (Jet A-1, JP-8). Its thermal fidelity and mechanical repeatability make it equally suitable for research into oxidation-induced acid formation, mercaptan degradation kinetics, and copper-catalyzed autoxidation pathways in hydrocarbon matrices.

FAQ

What ASTM standards does the D130 support?

It is fully compliant with ASTM D130 and incorporates all mandatory apparatus specifications, including bath geometry, temperature uniformity, and copper strip preparation guidelines.

Can the D130 be used for non-petroleum samples such as biodiesel or bio-blends?

Yes—provided the test protocol follows ASTM D130 methodology and sample volatility/viscosity permits safe immersion; users must validate thermal stability and vapor pressure limits prior to deployment.

Is calibration verification supported out-of-the-box?

The system includes an ASTM 12C thermometer and accepts certified PT100 simulators (CAL002) for routine sensor validation; annual calibration by an ISO/IEC 17025-accredited lab is recommended.

Does the instrument support remote monitoring or network connectivity?

Native Ethernet or Wi-Fi is not integrated, but LabX® Lite enables USB- or LAN-connected PC-based supervision, alarm notification, and centralized data aggregation across multiple D130 units.

Are replacement parts and consumables supplied with traceable certificates?

All copper strips (AD0130-C02), SiC abrasives (AD0130-C03/C04), and O-rings (AD0130-C01) are provided with batch-specific CoA documents referencing ASTM D130 preparation criteria and dimensional tolerances.