A proximate analyzer is an essential tool used in determining the various components of coal through proximate analysis. This specialized instrument helps in measuring the moisture content, volatile matter, fixed carbon, and ash content of coal samples accurately and efficiently. It operates by subjecting the coal sample to controlled heating at specific temperatures to quantify the different components present. The analyzer enables precise assessments, providing crucial data for characterizing coal quality, understanding its combustion properties, evaluating its energy-generating potential, and informing industrial applications. By swiftly and accurately analyzing coal samples, proximate analyzers play a vital role in numerous industries reliant on coal, including power generation, metallurgy, and manufacturing, aiding in quality control and process optimization.
Temperature | Ambient to 1100 °C |
Temperature Control Precision | ±2% (or) ±2deg C |
Accuracy | ±2deg C of tolerance limit |
Ramp Rate | 10deg C /minute to 50deg C /minute |
Balance | Integrated balance |
Resolution | 0.0001g (0.1mg) |
Readability | 0.0001g (0.1mg) |
Sample Size | up to 5 grams (Higher range can be offered on request) |
Number of Samples | 19 Samples +1 Reference |
Number of Carousels | one for Crucibles and Crucible lids |
Carousel Material | The carousels are made of special material which are not susceptible to warping under high temperature stress |
Weighing Precision | 0.02% RSD (on inert Samples) |
Gas Connection | Oxygen & Nitrogen, Compressed Air |
Power Supply | 230V AC ± 10%; 50/60Hz/15A |
22-200000: TGA 1500, Thermogravimetric Analyzer with Single Furnace
23-220000: TGA 1500D, Thermogravimetric Analyzer with Dual Furnace
22-100146: Ceramic Crucible, PK/1
22-112255: Metal Carousel, 20 Positions, Crucibles
22-107373: Ceramic Carousel, 20 Positions, Lower