Our GUIDED WAVE™ ASTM Color Analyzer System utilizes our multi-wavelength ClearView db filter photometer analyzer platform. It may be used with two (2) independent sample monitoring points. The ClearView db analyzer is configured with application appropriate wavelengths to measure the ASTM color of the sample. The analyzer employs a dual-beam design – meaning; the system has a continual internal optical reference check that allows it to self-compensate for signal variation due to non-sample conditions. This ultimately provides the system with long term stability. The final product is a total ASTM Color System that measures the color variation without interference from other factors.

The visual ASTM color test is often used for field examination control purposes because it is an easy, rapid determination of product quality or contamination before doing a full evaluation. ASTM color (references ASTM D1500, ASTM D6045) is primarily used in characterizing high chroma or more colorful petroleum products. These fuels include lubricating oils, heating oils, diesel fuels, and petroleum waxes. The ASTM- scale shows a range of 0 ASTM (no color) up to 8 ASTM (dark / nearly black color). Products with low color less than 0.5 ASTM are often measured by using the Saybolt color (ASTM D-156). Both of these ASTM methods are off-line manual laboratory evaluations.

WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO MEAUSRE ASTM COLOR?

ASTM Color is a standard method for measuring the color of petroleum products and other industrial chemicals. It is an important parameter for several reasons:

• Quality control: ASTM Color is used as a quality control parameter to ensure that petroleum products and industrial chemicals meet the required color specifications. Products with off-spec color can indicate potential quality issues and may not be suitable for their intended use.
• Product differentiation: ASTM Color can be used to differentiate between similar products with different color specifications. This can help customers and manufacturers identify and select the appropriate product for their needs.
• Regulatory compliance: ASTM Color is often used as a regulatory parameter in the petroleum and chemical industries. Meeting color specifications is often a requirement for product certification and compliance with industry standards.
• Product development: ASTM Color measurements can be used in the development of new products to establish color specifications and ensure consistency in product quality.

BENEFITS

The GUIDED WAVE ASTM Color Analyzer System provides several benefits:

• Ability to quickly and accurately measure the color of liquids. The system uses a technique called spectroscopy to analyze the interaction between light and the sample being tested. This method is non-invasive and non-destructive, making it ideal for use in a variety of applications.
• It is versatile. It can be used to analyze a wide range of substances, including gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, and biofuels. This makes it an ideal tool for industries such as oil and gas, biofuels, and petrochemicals.
• System is also easy to use and requires minimal maintenance. It can be operated remotely and can be integrated into existing process control systems. This can help improve process efficiency and reduce downtime.

A COMPLETE ASTM COLOR ANALYZER SYSTEM

Unique dual beam optics – for long term, stable operation. Two (2) independent measurement points – for added analytical flexibility at reduced cost per point.  High efficiency yet rugged fiber optics – analyzer electronics can be located away from a hazardous sample point. In-door touch screen or Ethernet (Modbus TCP) – easy local or remote analyzer operation and control. Analytical calculations are all encoded in the software – answers and alarms are clearly reported.

• Analyzer – ClearView® db filter photometer
• Fiber optic cables
• Sample interface – insertion probe or flow cell
• Control software and ASTM application calibration
• Accurate, Real-time Reliable Results