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Class-leading with a proven track record, AutoPore V sets a new standard for operational safety.

Capable of detecting pore sizes ranging from 3 nm to 1100 µm
High-resolution analysis is available for macroporous and mesoporous materials, allowing for severe quality control and providing full data for research, including intrusion and extrusion
Flexible reporting options can be configured to optimize the utility of the data collected
Enhancing operator safety is the top priority of recent enhancements
Multiple analysis modes are available for quick or extensive studies, emphasizing speed or resolution depending on the user’s needs
There are several configurations available to personalize the instrument based on user preferences, such as the number of analysis ports and operating pressure range
Ensures compliance with ASTM Test Methods D4284, D4404, and D6761, ISO 15901-1, and USP <267>

Description

Class Leading, Proven Performance

Mercury porosimetry analysis relies on the introduction of mercury into a porous material at carefully regulated pressures. Mercury porosimetry not only offers a wide measurement range, speed, and accuracy, but also makes it possible to calculate several sample attributes, such as sample densities (both bulk and skeletal), pore size distributions, total pore volume, total pore surface area, and median pore diameter.

Compared to other techniques, AutoPore V Series Mercury Porosimeters can assess a wider pore size distribution more quickly and accurately.

This device is outfitted with advanced safety measures. It includes new data reduction and reporting options, which provide further insights into the material’s pore shape and fluid transport properties.

Features and Benefits

Nineteen standard penetrometer sizes and combinations allow the investigation of a variety of sample sizes and forms
Provides rapid and thorough intrusion and extrusion analysis over a wide range of pore sizes
Sets a new standard in operator safety with the introduction of additional safety measures
Provides scanning and equilibration modes of operation for swift and comprehensive studies, respectively
Incorporates user-defined enhanced reporting features via Python scripts
Uses MicroActive software, enabling fast modifications to reporting ranges

Micromeritics AutoPore V Advanced Porosimetry System

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Technology

Operational Advantages

Capable of measuring pore sizes from 0.003 to 1100 µm (calculated with an initial filling pressure of 0.2 psia or 0.00128 MPa)
Controlled pressure can be gradually increased in precise increments of 0.05 psia, ranging from 0.2 to 50 psia, allowing thorough data collection in the macropore region
Operates in scanning mode and time- or rate-of-intrusion equilibrated modes
Real-time diagnostics provide information about possible problems before they become serious or affect the outcomes of analyses
Extraordinary precision is ensured by high-resolution (sub-microliter) measurement of intrusion/extrusion volumes, which makes it possible to develop tighter sample criteria, enhance manufacturing procedures, and provide high-quality research data
Improved linear motion for the high-pressure chamber’s closure
Gathers incredibly high-resolution data—it exceeds 0.1 µL for both the extrusion and mercury intrusion volumes

Design Advantages

Features four low-pressure and two high-pressure ports to help increase sample throughput
Enhanced safety features reduce the possibility of mercury leaks and operator exposure
Available in variants with pressure capacities of 33,000 and 60,000 psia
Quick-scan mode permits a continuous pressure rise, nearing equilibrium for faster screening
Features a low-noise and high-pressure producing system
Provides a variety of pressure ramping techniques, allowing selection of scanning mode for high-speed or on-demand results and equilibration mode for more exact and detailed results
Includes a temperature sensor for automatically estimating mercury density for penetrometer calibrations
MicroActive software allows for interactive data manipulation, unique report development, and rapid achievement of analytical findings
Provides a range of correction routines for baseline (automatic, differential, or manual), providing improved accuracy by mitigating compressibility and thermal effects caused by high-pressure
Compensates for material compression under high-pressure analysis

A New Benchmark for Operational Safety

Micromeritics AutoPore V Advanced Porosimetry System

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Specification

Source: Micromeritics Instrument Corporation

Electrical
Voltage	100/120/220/240 VAC ± 10 %
Frequency	50 or 60 Hz
Power	500 VA maximum
Gas
Nitrogen or other clean, dry gas at 50 psig (345 kPa)
High-Pressure Model 9600 and 9605
Measurement	From atmospheric pressure to 33,000 psia
Resolution	0.165 psia from 3,300 psia to 33,000 psia
Transducer Accuracy	±0 .1 % of full scale (transducer manufacturer’s specifications)
Transducer Hysteresis	0.05 % of full scale
Pore Diameter Range	6 to 0.005 μm
Servo Control Precision	0.5 % of target, min 5 psia, no overshoot
High-Pressure Model 9610 and 9620
Measurement	From atmospheric pressure to 60,000 psia
Resolution	0.03 psia from atmospheric pressure to 60,000 psia
Transducer Accuracy	± 0.1 % of full scale (transducer manufacturer’s specifications)
Transducer Hysteresis	0.05 % of full scale
Pore Diameter Range	6 to 0.003 μm
Servo Control Precision	0.5 % of target, min 5 psia, no overshoot
Intrusion
Resolution	Better than 0.1 all
Accuracy	± 1 % of maximum penetrometer stem volume
Low Pressure	All Models
Measurement	0.2 to 50 psia (345 kPa)
Resolution	0.00025 psi
Pore Diameter Range	1100 to 3.6 μm
Transducer Accuracy	± 1 % of full scale (transducer manufacturer’s specifications)
Servo Control Precision	1 % of target, min, 0.05 psia, no overshoot
Penetrometers
Stem Intrusion Volumes	0.38, 1.1, 1.7, 3.1, and 3.9 cc
Sample Size	Maximum: a cylinder 2.54 cm diameter × 2.54 cm long (1 in. diameter × 1 in. long)
Physical
Height	143 cm (56.25 in.)
Width	54.3 cm (21.38 in.)
Depth	78 cm (30.75 in.)
Weight	250 kg (550 lb)

Configuration

Four Models

The AutoPore V comes in four variants that are tailored to the unique needs of various quality assurance and research facilities.

Source: Micromeritics Instrument Corporation

	9605	9620	9600	9610
Low Pressure	4 ports	4 ports	2 ports	2 ports
High Pressure	2 ports @ 33,000 psia	2 ports @ 60,000 psia	1 port @ 33,000 psia	1 port @ 60,000 psia

Penetrometers

Partial List

Source: Micromeritics Instrument Corporation

Model#	Size	Stem Volume	Medium	Typical Use
01	15 cc	0.392	Solid	refractories, low-porosity solid rocks/cores, low-porosity solid polymers
02	15 cc	0.392	Powder	low-porosity powders, gravel, irregular rock shapes
03	15 cc	1.131	Solid	medium-porosity rocks/cores, solid materials
04	15 cc	1.131	Powder	medium-porosity rocks, solid materials, fumed silica
07	5 cc	0.392	Solid	paper, flexible polymer/membrane sheets, pharma tablets
08	5 cc	0.392	Powder	silicates, catalysts, powders (general use), pharma powders
09	5 cc	1.131	Solid	medium/high-porosity sheet-form materials (paper, polymer, etc.), pharma tablets
10	5 cc	1.131	Powder	silica-alumina, silicates, zeolites, catalysts, powders (general use), pharma powders
14	3 cc	0.412	Powder	powders (general use), materials with low quantity available
24	15 cc	3.263	Solid	high-porosity rock/cores, low-density/high-porosity foams
25	15 cc	4.185	Solid	high-porosity material with large volume

Accessories

Penetrometer Rack

Micromeritics AutoPore V Advanced Porosimetry System

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Penetrometers should be transported and stored securely to minimize damage and needless replacements.

Mercury QuikVac

Micromeritics AutoPore V Advanced Porosimetry System

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Mercury QuikVac provides an affordable way to handle mercury spills quickly. The instrument was specifically designed to collect minute mercury-contaminated particulate matter and elusive mercury droplets.

The recovered mercury is kept in a 250 mL recovery vessel, and the device discharges safe, clean air thanks to a replaceable 0.3–0.5 micron activated carbon filter.

Consumables and Supplies

Source: Micromeritics Instrument Corporation

Part Number	Description	Comments
950-61701-00	Penetrometer Set, 15 cm³ Solid, 0.366 cm³ intrusion volume	Includes 1 each penetrometer 920-61701-01 and closure set 950-25832-00
950-61702-00	Penetrometer Set, 15 cm³ Powder, 0.366 cm³ intrusion volume	Includes 1 each penetrometer 920-61702-01 and closure set 950-25832-00
950-61703-00	Penetrometer Set, 15 cm³ Solid, 1.06 cm³ intrusion volume	Includes 1 each penetrometer 920-61703-01 and closure set 950-25832-00
950-61704-00	Penetrometer Set, 15 cm³ Powder, 1.06 cm³ intrusion volume	Includes 1 each penetrometer 920-61704-01 and closure set 950-25832-00
950-61705-00	Penetrometer Set, 15 cm³ Solid, 1.72 cm³ intrusion volume	Includes 1 each penetrometer 920-61705-01 and closure set 950-25832-00
950-61706-00	Penetrometer Set, 15 cm³ Powder, 1.72 cm³ intrusion volume	Includes 1 each penetrometer 920-61706-01 and closure set 950-25832-00
950-61707-00	Penetrometer Set, 5 cm³ Solid, 0.366 cm³ intrusion volume	Includes 1 each penetrometer 920-61707-01 and closure set 950-25831-00
950-61708-00	Penetrometer Set, 5 cm³ Powder, 0.366 cm³ intrusion volume	Includes 1 each penetrometer 920-61708-01 and closure set 950-25831-00
950-61709-00	Penetrometer Set, 5 cm³ Solid, 1.06 cm³ intrusion volume	Includes 1 each penetrometer 920-61709-01 and closure set 950-25831-00
950-61710-00	Penetrometer Set, 5 cm³ Powder, 1.06 cm³ intrusion volume	Includes 1 each penetrometer 920-61710-01 and closure set 950-25831-00
950-61711-00	Penetrometer Set, 5 cm³ Solid, 1.72 cm³ intrusion volume	Includes 1 each penetrometer 920-61711-01 and closure set 950-25831-00
950-61712-00	Penetrometer Set, 5 cm³ Powder, 1.72 cm³ intrusion volume	Includes 1 each penetrometer 920-61712-01 and closure set 950-25831-00
950-61713-00	Penetrometer Set, 3 cm³ Solid, 0.387 cm³ intrusion volume	Includes 1 each penetrometer 920-61713-01 and closure set 950-25831-00
950-61714-00	Penetrometer Set, 3 cm³ Powder, 0.387 cm³ intrusion volume	Includes 1 each penetrometer 920-61714-01 and closure set 950-25831-00
950-61715-00	Penetrometer Set, 3 cm³ Solid, 1.12 cm³ intrusion volume	Includes 1 each penetrometer 920-61715-01 and closure set 950-25831-00
950-61716-00	Penetrometer Set, 3 cm³ Powder, 1.12 cm³ intrusion volume	Includes 1 each penetrometer 920-61716-01 and closure set 950-25831-00
950-61720-00	Penetrometer Set, 3 cm³ Solid, 0.90 cm³ intrusion volume	Includes 1 each penetrometer 920-61720-01 and closure set 950-25831-00
950-61724-00	Penetrometer Set, 15 cm³ Solid, 3.01 cm³ intrusion volume	Includes 1 each penetrometer 920-61724-01 and closure set 950-25832-00
950-61725-00	Penetrometer Set, 15 cm³ Solid, 3.86 cm³ intrusion volume	Includes 1 each penetrometer 920-61725-01 and closure set 950-25832-00
920-61701-01	Penetrometer, 15 cm³ Solid, 0.366 cm³ intrusion volume	Penetrometer glassware only; use with closure set 950-25832-00
920-61702-01	Penetrometer, 15 cm³ Powder, 0.366 cm³ intrusion volume	Penetrometer glassware only; use with closure set 950-25832-00
920-61703-01	Penetrometer, 15 cm³ Solid, 1.06 cm³ intrusion volume	Penetrometer glassware only; use with closure set 950-25832-00
920-61704-01	Penetrometer, 15 cm³ Powder, 1.06 cm³ intrusion volume	Penetrometer glassware only; use with closure set 950-25832-00
920-61705-01	Penetrometer, 15 cm³ Solid, 1.72 cm³ intrusion volume	Penetrometer glassware only; use with closure set 950-25832-00
920-61706-01	Penetrometer, 15 cm³ Powder, 1.72 cm³ intrusion volume	Penetrometer glassware only; use with closure set 950-25832-00
920-61707-01	Penetrometer, 5 cm³ Solid, 0.366 cm³ intrusion volume	Penetrometer glassware only; use with closure set 950-25831-00
920-61708-01	Penetrometer, 5 cm³ Powder, 0.366 cm³ intrusion volume	Penetrometer glassware only; use with closure set 950-25831-00
920-61709-01	Penetrometer, 5 cm³ Solid, 1.06 cm³ intrusion volume	Penetrometer glassware only; use with closure set 950-25831-00
920-61710-01	Penetrometer, 5 cm³ Powder, 1.06 cm³ intrusion volume	Penetrometer glassware only; use with closure set 950-25831-00
920-61711-01	Penetrometer, 5 cm³ Solid, 1.72 cm³ intrusion volume	Penetrometer glassware only; use with closure set 950-25831-00
920-61712-01	Penetrometer, 5 cm³ Powder, 1.72 cm³ intrusion volume	Penetrometer glassware only; use with closure set 950-25831-00
920-61713-01	Penetrometer, 3 cm³ Solid, 0.387 cm³ intrusion volume	Penetrometer glassware only; use with closure set 950-25831-00
920-61714-01	Penetrometer, 3 cm³ Powder, 0.387 cm³ intrusion volume	Penetrometer glassware only; use with closure set 950-25831-00
920-61715-01	Penetrometer, 3 cm³ Solid, 1.12 cm³ intrusion volume	Penetrometer glassware only; use with closure set 950-25831-00
920-61716-01	Penetrometer, 3 cm³ Powder, 1.12 cm³ intrusion volume	Penetrometer glassware only; use with closure set 950-25831-00
920-61720-01	Penetrometer, 3 cm³ Solid, 0.90 cm³ intrusion volume	Penetrometer glassware only; use with closure set 950-25831-00
920-61724-01	Penetrometer, 15 cm³ Solid, 3.01 cm³ intrusion volume	Penetrometer glassware only; use with closure set 950-25832-00
920-61725-01	Penetrometer, 15 cm³ Solid, 3.86 cm³ intrusion volume	Penetrometer glassware only; use with closure set 950-25832-00
950-33605-00	Penetrometer Closure Kit for 3cm³ and 5 cm³ Penetrometers	Includes six 3 cm³ and 5 cm³ penetrometer closure sets, 950-25831-00, and closure nut holder 950-09802-00 and seal wrench 950-09803-00
950-33606-00	Penetrometer Closure Kit for 15 cm³ Penetrometers	Includes six 15 cm³ penetrometer closure sets, 950-25832-00, and closure nut holder 950-09802-00 and seal wrench 950-09803-00
950-25831-00	Closure Set for 3 cm³ and 5 cm³ Penetrometers	Includes 1 each closure nut 950-25831-01 and closure nut 950-25831-01 for 3 cm³ and 5 cm³ penetrometers
950-25832-00	Closure Set for 15 cm³ Penetrometers	Includes 1 each closure nut 950-25832-01 and closure nut 950-25832-01 for 15 cm³ penetrometers
950-25831-01	Closure Nut for 3 cm³ and 5 cm³ Penetrometers	Penetrometer closure nut for all 3 cm³ and 5 cm³ penetrometers
950-25831-02	Closure Seal for 3 cm³ and 5 cm³ Penetrometers	Penetrometer closure seal for all 3 cm³ and 5 cm³ penetrometers
950-25832-01	Closure Nut for 15 cm³ Penetrometers	Penetrometer closure nut for all 15 cm³ penetrometers
950-25832-02	Closure Seal for 15 cm³ Penetrometers	Penetrometer closure seal for all 15 cm³ penetrometers
950-09802-00	Penetrometer Closure Nut Holder	Used to hold penetrometer closure nut while tightening before analysis, and while loosening after analysis
950-09803-00	Penetrometer Closure Seal Wrench	Used to tighten penetrometer closure seal before analysis, and loosen seal after analysis
950-25831-03	Spacer for 3 cm³ and 5 cm³ Penetrometers	Used to properly position penetrometer while in low-pressure port to ensure connection to banana plug-in capacitance detector assembly
942-25863-00	Spacer for 15 cm³ Penetrometers	Used to properly position penetrometer while in low-pressure port to ensure connection to banana plug-in capacitance detector assembly
962-25807-00	Penetrometer Safety Enclosure	Holds penetrometer securely in place while viewing penetrometer installed into low-pressure port
950-25822-00	Penetrometer Weighing Support	Holds penetrometer assembly while weighing
950-25820-00	Rack for Penetrometer Storage	Securely holds empty penetrometers to help prevent breakage when not in use
962-25827-00	Rack for Filled Penetrometers	Holds filled penetrometers upright to facilitate movement between instrument and balance when determining Assembly Mass
930-54601-00	Cleaning Brush for Penetrometer with 0.4 cm³ Stem Volume	Used to clean inside 0.4 cm³ penetrometer stems
930-54602-00	Cleaning Brush for Penetrometer with 1.1 cm³ Stem Volume	Used to clean inside 1.1 cm³ penetrometer stems
930-54603-00	Cleaning Brush for Penetrometer with 1.8 cm³, 3.3 cm³, and 4.2 cm³ Stem Volume	Used to clean inside 1.8 cm³, 3.3 cm³, and 4.2 cm³ penetrometer stems
Routine Operating Supplies
004-16007-00	Apiezon Type H High Vacuum Grease	Used to seal between penetrometer and closure nut
920-16001-00	High-Pressure Fluid, 1 L	Used to fill high-pressure chamber during analysis; not used in the hydraulic pump
008-16045-00	Silicone High Vacuum Grease	Used to lubricate low-pressure seals; apply small amount to penetrometer stems or low-pressure filler rods
004-16011-00	Hydraulic Pump Oil, Synthetic 15W-50 Grade	Used in the hydraulic pump that generates pressure for the high-pressure system; not used in the high-pressure port
004-16004-01	Triple Distilled Mercury	Ships as hazardous material; importation is limited by some countries. Check with Micromeritics' Representative for more details.
942-25823-00	Syringe, 50 mL	For adding high-pressure fluid to the chamber, and for removing it from the chamber
962-33601-00	Operating Supplies	Includes one Liter of high-pressure fluid 920-16001-00, two unmodified banana plugs 003-21273-00, four modified banana plugs 930-25849-00, valve spanner 004-54039-00, mercury vapor filter 962-27000-00, and a package of 10 mercury vapor detection tubes
962-33602-00	Extended Operating Supplies	Includes Apiezon vacuum grease 004-16007-00, two Liters of high pressure fluid 920-16001-00, four unmodified banana plugs 003-21273-00, ten modified banana plugs 930-25849-00, valve spanner 004-54039-00, three mercury vapor filters 962-27000-00, and package of 10 mercury vapor detection tubes 962-29601-00
Routine Maintenance Supplies
003-21273-00	Banana Plug for Capacitance Detector Assemblies, unmodified	Replacement banana plugs for low-pressure and high-pressure capacitance detector assemblies
922-09808-00	Banana Plug Tool	For removal and replacement of banana plugs for capacitance detector assemblies and high-pressure feedthrough assemblies
920-33616-00	High-Pressure Vessel Maintenance Kit	Includes two each backup rings 004-25297-00, high-pressure seals 922-25890-00, O-rings for vent valve 004-25034-00, and modified banana plugs 930-25849-00, as well as six penetrometer contacts 930-25817-00 and instruction sheet
922-33607-00	High-Pressure Chamber Plug Seal Kit	Includes two each backup rings 004-25297-00 and high-pressure seals 922-25890-00, as well as an instruction sheet
004-25297-00	Backup Ring for High-Pressure Chamber Plug Seal	Replacement high-pressure chamber plug seal backup ring
922-25890-00	High-Pressure Chamber Plug Seal	Replacement high-pressure chamber plug seal
004-25034-00	O-ring for High-Pressure Chamber Vent Valve	Replacement O-ring for vent valve located on top of the high-pressure chamber
930-25817-00	Penetrometer contact for High-Pressure Chamber	Replacement penetrometer contact for high-pressure chamber plug
930-25849-00	Banana Plug for High-Pressure Feedthrough Assemblies, modified	Replacement banana plugs for high-pressure feedthrough assemblies in the bottom of the high-pressure ports
962-33002-00	Mercury Reservoir Cap Assembly	Replacement cap for mercury reservoir filling port
004-25652-00	O-ring for Mercury Reservoir Cap	Replacement O-ring for mercury reservoir filling port
942-25600-00	Cover for Spilled Mercury Containment Dish	Replacement cover for mercury spill containment dish
003-51123-00	6.25 Amp Fuse, 3AG Slo-Blo 250 VAC	Replacement fuse for 100 to 120-volt installations
003-51134-01	5 Amp Fuse, 5x20 mm Slo-Blo 250 VAC CE	Replacement fuse for 220 to 240-volt installations
003-63801-01	Ethernet Cable	Replacement Ethernet cable for connection of AutoPore to controlling computer
004-54039-00	Spanner for Solenoid Valves	Spanner to facilitate replacement of solenoid valve plungers
930-17801-00	Penetrometer Simulator, 82 pF	Penetrometer simulator for use when verifying calibration of capacitance detector system, 82 pF
930-17801-01	Penetrometer Simulator, 150 pF	Penetrometer simulator for use when verifying calibration of capacitance detector system, 150 pF
930-17801-05	Penetrometer Simulator, 15 pF	Penetrometer simulator for use when verifying calibration of capacitance detector system, 15 pF
Reference Material and Reference Volume Capsules for Operational Verification
004-16822-00	Reference Material for Total Pore Volume and Median Pore Diameter	Reference material for operational verification
940-34801-00	Mercury Reference Volume Kit	Includes two small capsule assemblies 940-34800-00, 2 large capsule assemblies 940-34800-01, 25 replacement O-rings 004-25646-00, one package each of 8 µm membranes 940-25600-00 and 3 µm membranes 940-25600-01, storage case and instruction manual
940-34800-00	Small Mercury Reference Capsule Assembly	Reference volume capsule assembly, nominal 0.24 mL capacity
940-34800-01	Large Mercury Reference Capsule Assembly	Reference volume capsule assembly, nominal 0.80 mL capacity
940-14800-00	Reference Capsule Retaining Clip	Replacement retaining clip for reference volume capsule assemblies
004-25646-00	Reference Capsule O-ring	Replacement O-ring for reference volume capsule assemblies
940-25600-00	Reference Capsule 8 µm Member, Package of 100	Replacement 8 µm membrane for reference volume capsule assemblies
940-25600-01	Reference Capsule 3 µm Member, Package of 100	Replacement 3 µm membrane for reference volume capsule assemblies
Mercury Safety Accessories
090-00000-00	QuikVac Mercury Clean-up Accessory	Mercury spill vacuum and containment accessory, capable of holding up to 250 mL of recovered mercury, with replaceable activated charcoal filter
942-33021-00	Exhaust Fan Kit	Optional kit to pull fresh air across mercury reservoir and then exhaust it to the rear of the instrument; port on the rear of instrument needs to be ducted properly to room ventilation system that is capable of handling mercury vapors
962-25859-00	Mercury Vapor Filter Assembly	Replacement mercury vapor filter for vacuum pump exhaust
962-29600-00	Mercury Vapor Detection Pump	Replacement mercury vapor detection pump for testing environment for mercury vapors using disposable mercury vapor detection tubes
962-29601-00	Mercury Vapor Detection Tube, Package of 10	Replacement mercury vapor detection tubes for use with mercury vapor detection pump
004-32031-00	Low-Pressure Mercury Drip Tray	Replacement low-pressure mercury drip tray
Low-Pressure Vacuum System Replacement Items and Supplies
062-62801-11	Vacuum Pump, 100 to 120 VAC	Replacement vacuum pump for evacuation of low-pressure system, for 100 to 120 VAC installations
062-25801-23	Vacuum Pump, 220 to 240 VAC	Replacement vacuum pump for evacuation of low-pressure system, for 220 to 240 VAC installations
004-27040-00	Vacuum Pump Exhaust Filter	Replacement exhaust filter for low-pressure vacuum pump
004-16003-01	Vacuum Pump Oil, 1L	Vacuum oil for low-pressure vacuum pump
004-25630-00	Centering Ring NW 16	Replacement centering ring for connection to vacuum pump exhaust port
004-25509-00	Clamp NW 10/16	Replacement clamp for connection to vacuum pump exhaust port
Gas Supply Accessories
004-62200-58	Gas Regulator, 2-stage 100 psig outlet, CGA 580 gas cylinder fitting	Regulator for compressed gas supply to low-pressure system
230-02001-00	Gas Inlet Line, 1/8 inch OD x 6 feet L	Gas inlet line for compressed gas supply to low-pressure system
004-25549-00	Reducing Union, 1/4 inch to 1/8 inch	Reducing union to connect gas inlet line 230-02001-00 to gas regulator 004-62200-58
004-33601-00	Two-outlet Expansion Kit for Gas Regulator	Expansion kit to allow use of one gas cylinder for multiple instruments
004-33602-00	Pressure Relief Kit for Gas Regulator	Used to prevent over-pressurization of gas regulator outlet
Software and Operator's Manual
962-20800-00	AutoPore V Software	Latest version of AutoPore V operating software
962-42800-00	AutoPore V Operator's Manual	Printed AutoPore Operator's Manual, with binder

Applications

Pharmaceuticals

Porosity and surface area are important in the purification, processing, mixing, tableting, and packaging of drugs. These aspects can also affect a drug’s shelf life, dissolving rate, and bioavailability.

Ceramics

Pore area and porosity have an influence on greenware curing and bonding. This is critical for defining the strength, texture, appearance, and density of the finished products.

Adsorbents

Understanding pore area, total pore volume, and pore size distribution is critical for maintaining quality control in industrial adsorbents and designing separation procedures. An adsorbent's selectivity is heavily influenced by its porosity and surface area properties.

Catalyst

Catalysts’ active surface area and pore shape both impact production rates. By limiting the pore size, only molecules of certain sizes are allowed to enter and depart, resulting in a selective catalyst that primarily creates the desired product.

Aerospace

The weight and usefulness of heat shields and insulating materials are affected by their surface area and porosity.

Fuel Cells

Fuel cell electrodes must have carefully controlled porosity and a large surface area to produce adequate power density.

Geoscience

Porosity is important in groundwater hydrology and petroleum exploration as it corresponds with the amount of liquid that a structure can contain and the effort required to retrieve it.

Filtration

Filter producers are interested in pore size, volume, shape, and tortuosity. Pore shape often has a greater direct influence on filtration than pore size since it is directly correlated with filtration performance and fouling.

Construction Materials

Diffusion, permeability, and capillary flow all have a substantial impact on the degradation process of concrete, cement, and other construction materials.

Paper

The porosity of the coating on print media is critical in offset printing, impacting aspects such as blistering, ink receptivity, and ink holdout.

Medical Implants

The weight and practicality of heat shields and insulating materials are affected by their surface area and porosity.

Software

Microactive for Autopore

Micromeritics AutoPore V Advanced Porosimetry System

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Intelligent, Intuitive, Interactive

MicroActive software significantly enhances functionality, ease of use, diagnostics, and data interpretation, establishing a new standard for high-performance mercury porosimetry.

Method Wizard

Create a method with an interactive step-by-step script, which simplifies the method development process and introduces new users to the AutoPore V.

Mercury Density Calculation

Unlike competing systems, which depend exclusively on mercury density at ambient temperature, the AutoPore V automatically detects the actual mercury temperature, providing accurate density calculations under operating circumstances.

User-Defined Reports and Report Options

Python scripting allows users to quickly build personalized advanced reports to meet particular needs. The new reporting options also provide automated report conversion to PDF or spreadsheet formats.

Post-Analysis Parameter Change

Post-analysis adjustments or corrections can be made to the analysis parameters (such as stem volume, maximum head pressure, and pen constant), reducing the need to rerun samples due to inaccuracies.

Reverberi Method Data Reduction

Obtain data on the distribution of pore shapes. This approach generates a three-dimensional array that depicts cavity and throat size in relation to volume.

Diagnostic Dashboard

Micromeritics AutoPore V Advanced Porosimetry System

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Real-time monitoring of critical system components enables proactive maintenance and troubleshooting.

Enhanced Penetrometer Calibration

Micromeritics AutoPore V Advanced Porosimetry System

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Makes automated volumetric or gravimetric calculations for penetrometer calibration easier.

Overlay Multiple Runs and Gas Adsorption Data

MicroActive for AutoPore V can overlay up to 25 runs and allows users to import pore size distributions from gas adsorption isotherms. This enables data analyzed from the micro to macropore range to be displayed in a single report.

Intelligent Data Reporting

When questionable data is gathered, automatic alerts are issued.

Variety of Available Plots

Micromeritics AutoPore V Advanced Porosimetry System

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Users can view plots of pore volume, pore area, and pore size, as well as determine total intrusion volume, total pore (surface) area, average and median pore diameters, bulk or envelope density, and apparent (skeletal) density.

Reports Include: