Ford Cup Viscometer B4 with Stand – Paint, Varnish and Coating Viscosity Testing Instrument

The Ford Cup Viscometer B4 with Stand is a laboratory testing instrument used to evaluate the flow characteristics and consistency of paints, varnishes, lacquers and other liquid coatings. The cup is used with a suitable stand to hold it securely and help maintain a level position during testing.

The instrument measures the time required for a liquid sample to flow through its calibrated orifice under gravity. The recorded flow time helps assess and compare coating consistency for laboratory testing, manufacturing and quality-control applications.

Key Features

• Designed for viscosity and flow-time testing of paints and coatings.

• Supplied with a compatible cup stand for stable positioning.

• B4 cup configuration for suitable liquid coating applications.

• Gravity-flow measurement principle.

• Simple manual operation using a stopwatch.

• Helps compare coating consistency between batches.

• Suitable for paint laboratories, production facilities and quality-control departments.

• Compact and convenient for routine laboratory use.

Technical Specifications

Stand Features

• Supports the cup securely during testing.

• Levelling screws help position the cup horizontally.

• Adjustable support rod allows cup positioning.

• Helps maintain consistent test conditions.

• Some models include a spirit level and an overflow glass plate.

Applications

• Paint and coating manufacturing industries

• Varnish and lacquer testing laboratories

• Printing ink quality control

• Industrial coating inspection

• Research and development laboratories

• Quality assurance and production testing

• Monitoring consistency during mixing and dilution

Working Principle

1. Place the Ford Cup B4 securely on its stand and level it.

2. Prepare the liquid sample according to the applicable test procedure.

3. Close the orifice, fill the cup and remove excess liquid as instructed.

4. Release the liquid and start the stopwatch simultaneously.

5. Record the efflux time according to the specified endpoint.

6. Compare the result with the product's control limits or use the appropriate conversion chart.

For reliable comparisons, control the sample temperature and ensure that the cup and orifice are clean and undamaged.

Package Contents

• 1 × Ford Cup Viscometer B4

• 1 × Adjustable stand with levelling arrangement