Getting the Most Out of Your Moisture Analyzer
Moisture content is of great importance in various industries such as food processing, manufacturing and pharmaceuticals. To ensure optimal results, it is crucial to own a high-quality moisture analyzer and be able to maintain and operate it efficiently.
The influence of moisture is far-reaching. It can affect drug efficacy, food quality, texture and the weight of various manufactured goods. In weight-dependent industries, neglecting proper moisture control can lead to significant financial losses.
In addition to its role in quality control, moisture analysis plays a crucial role in meeting regulatory standards, especially in areas such as pharmaceuticals. Failure to meet these standards can lead to product defects, reduced production and loss of customers. The practice of moisture analysis is of immense importance because of these potential consequences.
Given their indispensable role, moisture analyzers have become an integral part of many work environments. Essentially, they function as laboratory scales with integrated heating elements to calculate the moisture content in materials by testing small samples. Methods of moisture analysis include several techniques. The process usually involves controlled heating of the sample and continuous measurement of mass change over time.
In the food processing industry, a moisture analyzer is a versatile tool. Applications extend to assessing the quality of raw ingredients, testing intermediate samples and supporting quality control at the final product stage.
Tips for getting the most out of your moisture analyzer:
- Place the instrument on a stable surface, such as a fixed table, and make sure that the wheels of the table are securely fastened.
- Choose a workstation away from open windows, vents or rotating fans to avoid possible interference with your measurements.
- Minimize floor traffic around your work area, as movement and vibration can affect the accuracy of your results.
- Make sure the unit is clean to prevent cross-contamination and dirt.
- Choose a moisture analyzer that is easy to clean.
- Keep the temperature and humidity in the room constant and within a reasonable range.
- Calibrate weight and temperature regularly to ensure accurate results and prevent damage to samples.
- Use the cover to protect the moisture analyzer from accidental spills and scratches.
- Allow the unit to warm up before use for optimal performance.
By following these guidelines, you will not only achieve consistently accurate results but also extend the life of your moisture analyzer.
An overview of the models from OHAUS:
The MB23 uses an infrared coil for heating and measures moisture levels down to 10 mg (0.1%) with a maximum sample capacity of 110 g.
Get started quickly with SmartGuide™. This revolutionary feature automatically analyzes a sample and creates a method, taking the guesswork out of initial setup.
The MB120 can produce fast and accurate results thanks to features such as a halogen heating system, customizable shutdown criteria and four built-in drying profiles.
The MB120 can store up to 100 methods and 1,000 measurement results. Stored results can be exported and methods can be shared across multiple devices.
Halogen heating increases efficiency for faster results.
Intuitive touchscreen menu provides step-by-step guidance for each application.
Tool-free cleaning for easy maintenance.
With an accuracy of 0.01% 0.001g, the MB27 moisture analyzer is suitable for most applications.
Halogen heating and dual weight-temperature calibration ensure fast, reliable results.
User-friendly touch-button design for easy operation.
Halogen heating and dual weight-temperature calibration ensure fast, reliable results.
User-friendly touch-button design for easy operation.
Easy-to-clean heating chamber is ideal for frequent use.