Purposes of Viscosity Measurement
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Flow behavior is an indirect measure of product uniformity and quality. |
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Viscosity measurement is the most sensitive method for discriminating and determining the
attributes of substances (molecular weight, molecular weight distribution, grain size, particle size distribution, concentration, degree of composition, etc.). |
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Viscosity measurement enables direct evaluation relative to the workability of substances
(application, 'coat-ability' , 'spray-ability' , pipeline design, film thickness control, printability, etc.). |
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Viscosity measurement allows the tracking of chemical reaction processes (polymerization, condensation endpoint). |
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Viscosity measurement can be used in quality control of manufacturing processes and final products. |
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Viscosity measurement aids process monitoring and control. |
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Viscosity measurement supports research on changes in flowability and their effects based on chemical preparations and type of blending stock. |
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Viscosity measurement provides a means for measuring the effectiveness of mechanics, heat treatment, and additives. |
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