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Densimeters

Densimeters determine the density in liquids and solids using the displacement method. They are very useful for testing the density of plastic, rubber, metals, ceramics, glass and other non-metallic materials. The method used for determining density by this device is highly accurate and produces readings quickly. Measuring density in liquids is done by displacement using a glass container. The measurement of density in solids is done using a weight and the volume of a sample. The weighing device used by densimeters to measure density determines weight and volume calculated by the displacement of liquid caused by a sample that generates displacement within a liquid. If you don't find the oscilloscopes you are looking for, please contact us and we will help you find the best solution to suit your needs by calling our German offices: +49 (0)29 03 976 99-52; our Italian offices: +39 0583 975 114; or our Spanish offices: +34 967 543 548 and our technical staff will advise you regarding our measuring instruments.

Technical specifications for densimeters can be found at the following links:

- PCE-LSM series Densimeters  
  (calibratable for use as a scale in a chemists')

- PCE-LS series Densimeters
  (weight range of up to 4000g; computer interface)

- PCE-ABZ 200C series Densimeters
  (accurate and low in price)

- PCE-AB series Densimeters
  (weight rangeof up to 100g;  resolution: 0.1mg; computer interface)

- PCE-VXI 60 /220 series Densimeters  
  (superior quality, can be purchased precalibrated or uncalibrated)

- PCE-DB 600 series Densimeters  
  (economical, for liquids or solids)

- PCE-DBW series Densimeters  
  (weight range of up to 300g; resolution of 0.01g, shows density in g/cm³)

                                                          
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An easy way for measuring density in a laboratory consists of determining the the weight and the volume of the object and to make the following calculation: density [kg/m³] is equal to mass [kg] divided by volume [m³]. The volume of liquids is determined by normal means for determining volume. To perform this function you will require flasks, cylinders and pipettes. With solids, volume can be calculated taking into consideration its specific form, such as cubes. For complicated shapes, the object can be placed into a cylinder full of water. The change in the level of the liquid will indicate the real volume of the object.

Measurement of density using hydrostatic densimeters
According to the principles of bouyancy for an object submerged in a liquid, a force is generated from the bottom up to the top. This force is called displacement. The change in displacement corresponds to the amount of liquid shown to be in the cylinder. Also, the force by weight of the object is equivalent to the change in the volume of liquid.

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