Physical testing
Moisture Analyser (Halogen / IR LOD Balance)
A balance with a built-in halogen or infrared heater. It dries a sample on the pan and calculates the loss on drying automatically, usually in a few minutes.
- Pharmaceutical
- Food
- Plastics
- Chemicals
- Agriculture
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Maintenance checklist
Each use
- Clean the pan holder and wind shield
- Check the heater glass is clean
Periodic (as per SOP)
- Heating temperature calibration with the temperature kit
- Balance check with a calibrated weight
- Performance check with a reference substance such as sodium tartrate dihydrate
Annual
- Service and full calibration by the manufacturer
SAFETY
Safety precautions
Before you work on the Moisture analyser
- The heater and pan become very hot; avoid contact.
- Do not test flammable or explosive samples unless the instrument is approved for them.
- Some samples release irritating fumes; use local ventilation.
In LimsPulse · Calibration Management
Keep every Moisture analyser in control: usage logs, calibration and maintenance schedules, and automatic blocking of overdue instruments.