Steam Distillation for ABV Measurements
The Gerhardt Vapodest shortens the time required for distillation during ABV measurements
Fast and safe steam distillation
Distillation in just 4 minutes
Low operating costs
Programmable functions
Accurate ABV Measurement
Steam distillation is a rapid method of measuring alcoholic strength (ABV). Steam expels the alcohol from the sample in a considerably shorter time than the traditional distillation process. The distillate obtained is an ethanol-water mixture that can be measured by a density meter or pycnometer to calculate the ABV (ethanol content).
Easy To Use
The Vapodest is operated with an intuitive, guided navigation touchscreen. Improved efficiency is achieved by programmable functions and a method library. All relevant data is automatically logged in a tamper proof system for ISO 17025 compliant documentation and the Vapodest exceeds international standards such as EN/ISO, AOAC, DIN, EPA, ASTM, GAFTA.
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The Vapodest is available for a demonstration or a short term trial.
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Specification
Variable Steam Power: 10 -100 %
Size of Display: 7 inch, 480×800 pixel, touchscreen
Distillation Time / Sample: Approx. 3.5 min
Recovery: > 99.5 %
Reproducibility: ± 1 %
Detection Limit: 0.1 mg N absolute
Kjeldatherm Tube KTG 250/300 ml Volume: Standard configuration
Cooling Water Pressure: 1 – 6 bar
Includes: Stand-by mode, safety door, different sizes of digestion tubes and Kjeldahl flasks, connection to level control, optional level sensors for tanks, pre-defined and customer methods and pump calibration
Nominal Voltage:* 230 V, 50 Hz
Nominal wattage: 2200 W
Weight: Approx. 34 kg
Dimensions: (W x D x H) W 527 x D 390 x H 697 mm
* Other voltages on request