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INFRARED MOISTURE METER AZA0875

The AZA0875 Infrared Moisture Meter from Azalab is a high-precision analytical instrument designed for fast, accurate moisture content determination across a wide range of materials. Utilizing advanced infrared (halogen) heating technology, the AZA0875 significantly reduces analysis time compared to conventional oven-drying methods, delivering reliable results within minutes.

This instrument is ideally suited for geotechnical laboratories, construction quality control, chemical and pharmaceutical industries, food processing, and material testing laboratories, where rapid and repeatable moisture data is essential for process control and compliance.

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Description

Principle of Operation

The AZA0875 operates on the loss-on-drying (LOD) principle using infrared heating. A sample is placed on the integrated precision balance, and its initial weight is recorded. The infrared heater uniformly and rapidly dries the sample, evaporating moisture.

During drying, the instrument continuously monitors weight loss. Once a constant weight is achieved, the system automatically calculates and displays the moisture content based on the difference between initial and final weights. This ensures high accuracy, repeatability, and reliable results.

Key Features

  • Infrared Heating Technology for rapid and uniform drying

  • High Accuracy & Precision with real-time weight monitoring

  • Rapid Analysis: Results typically within 5–25 minutes

  • Wide Material Compatibility: Soils, aggregates, chemicals, food, pharmaceuticals, plastics, and more

  • User-Friendly Interface with clear digital display

  • Programmable Drying Profiles for different materials

  • Data Storage & Connectivity for traceability and reporting

  • Robust Azalab Construction for continuous laboratory use

Applications

  • Soil moisture determination in geotechnical testing

  • Aggregate and construction material analysis

  • Quality control in food and pharmaceutical production

  • Chemical and polymer moisture analysis

  • Research laboratories and industrial process monitoring

Technical Specifications

Model Number: AZA0875
Measurement Principle: Loss-on-drying using infrared heating

Moisture Content Range:

  • 0.01% to 100% (wet basis)

  • Extended range available on dry basis (model dependent)

Readability / Resolution:

  • Moisture: 0.01%

  • Weight: 0.001 g (1 mg)

Weighing Capacity:

  • Typically 50 g / 100 g / 200 g (as specified)

Temperature Range:

  • Adjustable, typically up to 160°C or 200°C

Heating Source:

  • Infrared / Halogen heating lamp

Drying Programs:

  • Standard drying

  • Rapid drying

  • Step drying

  • User-defined programs

Display:

  • Large LCD / graphical display

  • Shows moisture %, weight, temperature, and time

Interface:

  • Intuitive keypad or touchscreen

Connectivity:

  • USB and/or RS232 for PC data transfer

Additional Features:

  • Automatic shut-off

  • Audible alerts

  • Internal data memory

  • Calibration function

Power Supply:

  • 230V AC, 50/60 Hz

Sample Pan:

  • Standard aluminum pans

Construction:

  • Durable housing with easy-to-clean components

Advantages Over Conventional Oven Drying

  • Results in minutes instead of hours

  • Continuous real-time monitoring

  • Reduced sample handling

  • Improved laboratory efficiency

  • Lower operational downtime

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the primary use of the AZA0875?
It is used for rapid and precise determination of moisture content in a wide variety of materials using infrared drying.

Q2: How fast are results compared to oven drying?
Typically 5–25 minutes, versus several hours for conventional ovens.

Q3: What materials can be tested?
Soils, aggregates, chemicals, food products, pharmaceuticals, plastics, and similar materials.

Q4: How does infrared heating improve accuracy?
It provides uniform and controlled heating, preventing uneven drying or scorching.

Q5: Does the AZA0875 support data transfer?
Yes. USB and/or RS232 connectivity allows easy data export to a PC.

Q6: Is this a field instrument?
The AZA0875 is primarily a laboratory instrument, requiring a stable power supply for precision operation.

Additional information

Additional information

Model Number

AZA 0875
Measurement Principle

Loss-on-drying using infrared heating.
Moisture Content Range

Typically 0.01% to 100% (wet basis), or 0.01% to several hundred percent (dry basis).
Readability/Resolution

0.01% for moisture content; 0.001g (1mg) for weight.
Weighing Capacity

Generally 50g, 100g, or 200g (specify model).

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