The Cannon CMRV-5000 is a compact, fully automated, and self-contained mini-rotary viscometer designed to measure low temperature pumping viscosity of engine oils from –5 °C to –40 °C. Equipped with five removable test cells and integrated thermoelectric air-cooling, the CMRV-5000 delivers reliable and precise viscosity and yield stress measurements in a compact benchtop unit. Its efficient design eliminates the need for external refrigeration or hazardous refrigerants, providing consistent, frost-free testing with excellent temperature uniformity.
Product Features
- Reliable and accurate results meeting ASTM D4684, ASTM D3829, ASTM D6821*, and ASTM D6896 standards
- Complies with the latest SAE J300 specifications for low-temperature pumpability
- Precise temperature control from –5 °C to –40 °C with microprocessor-controlled cooling
- Dry gas purge regulator maintains a frost-free environment throughout testing
- Completely self-contained benchtop unit with thermoelectric air cooling—no external refrigeration or heat exchangers required
- Solid-state thermoelectric cooling provides enhanced precision and uniform temperature across five test cells
- High-performance rotors with carbon fiber shafts minimize heat transfer effects
- Five removable test cells for easy cleaning and sample handling
- Fully automated testing with VISCPRO software featuring pre-configured SAE and ASTM methods
- Automatic calculation and saving of viscosity and yield stress results
- Software supports custom cooling profile configuration
- Optional multi-unit interface kit allows control of up to four units from a single PC
- Includes optional drive line rotor kit for additional testing capabilities
Common Applications
- Drive line lubricants
- New engine oils
- Used automotive oils
Benefits
- Delivers reliable, repeatable, and precise viscosity measurements under low temperature conditions
- Compact, self-contained design simplifies installation and operation without the need for external cooling systems
- Automated operation reduces user intervention and minimizes testing errors
- Advanced thermoelectric cooling ensures frost-free testing and superior temperature uniformity
- Easy maintenance with removable test cells and automated cleaning
- Software flexibility allows both standardized and custom test profiles
- Supports multi-unit operation for increased lab efficiency
Why Choose the Cannon CMRV-5000?
The Cannon CMRV-5000 mini-rotary viscometer combines cutting-edge thermoelectric cooling technology with automated, precise viscosity and yield stress measurements to meet the demanding requirements of engine oil testing. Its compact, self-contained design eliminates the need for bulky refrigeration systems, making it ideal for modern laboratories focused on efficiency and reliability. Whether testing drive line lubricants or new and used engine oils, the CMRV-5000 delivers consistent, accurate results to support quality control and product development.
