IKA C 6000 Isoperibol Calorimeter System with C 6012 Halogen-Resistant Bomb

Overview

The IKA C 6000 Isoperibol Calorimeter System is a precision-engineered benchtop oxygen bomb calorimeter designed for accurate, reproducible determination of gross calorific value (GCV) in solid, liquid, and slurry fuels—including coal, biomass, waste-derived fuels, petrochemicals, and foodstuffs. Operating on the fundamental principle of isoperibol calorimetry—where the outer jacket temperature remains constant while the inner vessel undergoes controlled exothermic combustion—the system delivers high thermal stability and minimal drift across extended measurement cycles. Its dual-mode architecture supports both isoperibol and dynamic operation modes, enabling method flexibility compliant with international standards including DIN 51900, ISO 1928, ASTM D240 (liquid fuels), D4809 (liquid hydrocarbons), D1989 (gaseous fuels), GOST R 50804, and China’s GB/T 213. The spherical-head design of the C 6012 combustion bomb reduces wall thickness and thermal mass, accelerating heat transfer kinetics and reducing cycle time by up to 18% compared to conventional cylindrical bombs—without compromising pressure integrity (rated to 300 bar).

Key Features

• Spherical C 6012 halogen-resistant combustion bomb with integrated RFID tag for automatic identification and configuration recall
• Triple selectable initial jacket temperatures (22 °C, 25 °C, 30 °C) to accommodate ambient lab variability and sample-specific thermal equilibration requirements
• Fully automated sequence control: ignition, oxygen charging (up to 30 bar), purge cycles, water filling/drainage, and post-combustion venting
• Modular connectivity architecture: Ethernet (supporting FTP upload, network printing, and remote diagnostics), USB host port, SD card slot (FAT32 formatted, up to 32 GB), and RS-232 interfaces for analytical balances and thermal printers
• Integrated 7-inch capacitive touchscreen HMI with context-sensitive soft keys, multilingual UI (English, German, French, Spanish, Chinese), and GLP-compliant user access levels (Operator, Supervisor, Administrator)
• Optional integration with IKA KV600 recirculating cooler for enhanced thermal stability in high-throughput labs or elevated ambient conditions

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The C 6000 System accommodates samples ranging from 0.1 g to 1.5 g (solid), 0.2 mL to 2.0 mL (liquid), and homogenized slurries with ≤30% solids content. Its C 6012 bomb features a corrosion-resistant Inconel 600 liner and fluoropolymer seals, ensuring compatibility with halogen-containing samples (e.g., PVC, chlorinated solvents, municipal solid waste) without degradation or cross-contamination. All measurement protocols adhere to ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requirements for testing laboratories, supporting full audit trails, electronic signatures (when paired with Calwin C 6040 software), and 21 CFR Part 11–compliant data handling when configured with appropriate IT infrastructure. Routine calibration is traceable to NIST Standard Reference Material 39j (benzoic acid), with automatic correction algorithms applied per ISO 1928 Annex B for nitric acid formation and fuse wire contribution.

Software & Data Management

While the C 6000 operates autonomously via its embedded firmware, full data governance requires the separately licensed IKA Calwin C 6040 software suite. Calwin provides real-time visualization of temperature curves, QC charting (X-bar/R charts per ASTM E2587), automated uncertainty calculation (k=2), and customizable reporting templates aligned with ISO 17025 documentation requirements. It supports direct LIMS integration through ASTM E1384-compliant ASCII or XML exports, and enables secure role-based data archiving on local servers or cloud-based FTP repositories. Firmware updates are performed via SD card or Ethernet—ensuring long-term instrument maintainability without hardware intervention.

Applications

• Energy content certification of coal, coke, and alternative fuels per EN 14918 and ASTM D5865
• Quality control of biodiesel (EN 14214) and ethanol blends (ASTM D4809)
• Calorific value analysis in cement raw meal and slag for kiln optimization
• R&D of next-generation battery electrode materials requiring precise enthalpy-of-combustion profiling
• Environmental testing of waste-to-energy feedstocks under EU Directive 2000/76/EC
• Nutritional energy labeling (Atwater factors) in food and feed laboratories accredited to ISO/IEC 17025

FAQ

Does the C 6000 System include the Calwin C 6040 software?
No—Calwin C 6040 is an optional, separately licensed software package required for advanced data analysis, LIMS interfacing, and regulatory reporting.
Can the C 6000 operate without external cooling?
Yes; it functions as a standalone isoperibol calorimeter using ambient air circulation. However, for optimal precision in environments exceeding 28 °C or during >20-sample daily throughput, integration with the KV600 chiller is recommended.
Is the C 6012 bomb compatible with non-halogenated samples?
Yes—the C 6012 is fully backward-compatible with standard organic and inorganic samples; its halogen resistance is an added capability, not a functional limitation.
What safety certifications does the system hold?
It complies with IEC 61010-1:2010 for electrical safety and carries CE marking under the EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2014/30/EU.
How is user training and service support provided?
IKA offers factory-certified on-site installation, operational qualification (OQ), and annual preventive maintenance contracts—available globally through authorized distributors and service centers meeting ISO 9001:2015 requirements.