TAG CLOSED CUP FLASH POINT TESTER AZA1280

The AZA1280 Tag Closed Cup Flash Point Tester is a high-performance, fully automated instrument designed for precise determination of flash points of volatile and low-viscosity liquids using the Tag Closed Cup (TCC) method.

Compliant with ASTM D56, the system is specifically engineered for low flash point applications, delivering accurate, repeatable, and safety-critical results for petroleum laboratories, aviation fuel testing facilities, chemical industries, and research environments.

Standards Compliance

  • ASTM D56 (Tag Closed Cup Method)

Measurement Capability

  • Flash Point Range: –40°C to 70°C
  • Suitable for liquids with flash points below 93°C
  • Designed for low viscosity and highly volatile samples
SKU: AZA 1280 Category:
Description

Description

Applicable Sample Types

  • Aviation fuels (Jet fuels)
  • Light petroleum products
  • Solvents and chemicals
  • Volatile fuels

Not suitable for cut-back asphalts, surface film-forming liquids, or samples with suspended solids.


Applications

  • Petroleum and fuel testing laboratories
  • Aviation fuel quality control
  • Chemical and solvent analysis
  • Regulatory compliance testing
  • Research & development laboratories

System Features

Cooling & Temperature Control

  • Dual compressor refrigeration system
  • Rapid cooling to low temperatures (up to –50°C capability)
  • Uniform and stable temperature distribution
  • Fast pull-down time (~30 minutes from ambient to deep cooling range)

Heating Control

  • Selectable heating rates:
    • 1°C/min
    • 3°C/min
  • Precise temperature ramp control as per ASTM D56

Ignition System

  • Automatic ion ring ignition
  • Gas-based ignition (LPG / pipelined gas)
  • Stable and repeatable flame application

Functional & Control Specifications

Function Specification
Cooling System Dual compressor refrigeration
Cooling Range Down to –50°C (typical capability)
Heating Control Selectable 1°C/min or 3°C/min
Ignition System Automatic ion ring ignition
Gas Supply LPG / piped gas (<10 kPa)
Temperature Measurement PT100 (glass type, high accuracy)
Flash Detection Automatic
User Interface Touchscreen LCD
Data Handling Internal storage + built-in printer
Sample Handling Overflow and filling ports

Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Model AZA1280
Test Method Tag Closed Cup (ASTM D56)
Temperature Range –40°C to 70°C
Power Supply AC 220 V ±10%, 50 Hz
Power Consumption 1500 W
Ignition Gas LPG / piped gas (<10 kPa)
Temperature Sensor PT100 (glass type)
Cooling Mode Dual compressor refrigeration
Display Touchscreen LCD
Printer Built-in thermal printer
Ambient Conditions 10–40°C, ≤85% RH
Dimensions 560 × 600 × 660 mm
Weight 45 kg

Safety & Operational Advantages

  • Fully enclosed system for safe testing
  • Automated ignition minimizes operator risk
  • Stable low-temperature control prevents measurement error
  • Reduced operator dependency
  • Reliable performance for volatile samples

What’s Included

  • 1 × AZA1280 Analyzer Unit
  • 1 × Tag Closed Cup Test Assembly
  • 1 × Ignition System (Gas-based)
  • 1 × Built-in Thermal Printer
  • 1 × Calibration Certificate
  • 1 × User Manual

Why Choose AZA1280?

  • Optimized for low flash point and volatile liquids
  • Excellent low-temperature performance
  • Fully compliant with ASTM D56
  • High automation for consistent results
  • Robust, industrial-grade design
  • Ideal for aviation and solvent testing
Additional information

Additional information

Model

ABEL Closed Cup Flash Point Tester

Test Method

ASTM D93, ISO 2719

Temperature Range

30 °C to 400 °C

Accuracy

±0.5 °C