herzog OEM 2201-004-004

Fully Automated Distillation of Petroleum Products including Biofuels OptiDist - the Optimal Solution 

The evaporating characteristics of hydrocarbons have an important effect on their performance. The D86 distillation method allows characterizing the tendency of a fuel to vaporize.  

Eighty years combined experience of the companies Walter Herzog and ISL in designing and manufacturing automatic distillation equipment, directed PAC in the development of the most revolutionary automated distillation analyzer ever built. 

OptiDist is the State-of-the-Art Optimal Solution for performing atmospheric distillation offering highest precision and ease of use ever seen. Only the OptiDist enables truly “one button” straightforward operation. To start a test you just select the boiling group of the sample and push the Start Button.  

Superior Precision from the First Run 

The OptiDist fully automatically sets the optimal distillation conditions for Initial Heating, Distillation and Final Heating for any sample through the unique heating optimizer technology. It delivers up to 2 times better precision for all common distillation samples. You get perfect results from the first run even for “unknown” samples!  

Enhanced Instrument Features 

The optimizer technology assures perfect repeatability of distillation conditions without any compromise. The optimized heating protects flask material from critical overheating, improves flask life-time and prevents from potential fire. The operator also benefits from the environmental-friendly design by the drastically reduced VOC emission.  

Unparalleled Versatility  

The versatile design enables multi-methods and non-standard capability and can easily be adapted for different applications. OptiDist can be run as Stand Alone Unit or it can be linked together with several units to a Server-PC. OptiDist offers flexible and customized test report with enhanced communication features to LIMS, any printer or a centralized database on a Server-PC with ALAN or HLIS software.  

Methods 

ASTM D86,  D1078,  D850 

EN ISO 3405,  ISO 918 

IP 123,  IP 195,  DIN 51 751 

JIS K2254,  NF M07-002 

Main Features 

? Easy to use mistake proof unit 

? Quick connection for flask 

? Self positioning heater lift 

? Automatic heater base plate detection 

? One button straight forward operation 

? Superior precision from the first run 

? Measuring of the Charge Volume 

? Enhanced instrument features 

? Reduced VOC emission 

? Stand Alone Unit or networked with a PC 

? Compatible with HLIS or ALAN 

? Customized Printer Reports 

? Built in or external Printer 

? Flexible LIM communication 

? Small Foot Print 

Specification 

General Information  

OptiDist is a compact self-contained instrument with factory filled CFC-free cooling system, delivered with all accessories to immediately begin testing. It includes 125ml flask, 100ml receiver, vapor probe with centering device, heater plates 38 and 50mm, flask connection silicone tube, receiver cap and condenser cleaner  

Standard Test Methods    

ASTM D86 (group 0,1,2,3,4), IP123, DIN 51751, NF M07-002, EN ISO 3405, JIS K2254, ASTM D850, D1078, IP195, ISO 918 

10% Distillation Residue    

OptiDist can create the 10% Distillation residue with 100 or 200ml sample which can be used for Carbon Residue Measurement according to the following methods: ASTM D189, D524, D4530, EN ISO 10370 

Operation 

User Interface 

Flask Heating System 

Distillation Rate 

Condenser System 

Receiving Chamber 

Large graphic TFT-LCD color touch-screen with solvent-proof protection 

Low mass and low voltage, self-positioning heating system 

Unique Optimizer function for fully automatic initial heat settings, distillation rate regulation and final heating regulation; to start test select the group and push start button; automatic residue calculation 

Distillation Rate regulation 2 to 10 ml/min 

Temperature range from 0 to 65°C (32 to 149°F); programmable constant temperature, temperature ramping or special temperature profile; instantaneously ready at switch on; automatic cooling liquid level detection 

Temperature range from 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F); corrosion proof design; programmable temperature or automatic adjustment to sample charge temperature; compatible with 100ml and 200ml receiver cylinders 

Measurements 

Vapor Temperature 

Sample Volume  

Ambient Pressure  

Range : 0 to 450°C (32 to 842°F); Accuracy: Pt 100 probe IEC 751 Class A Built in calibration memory with 10 point calibration table and automatic probe ID detection;  optional calibration certificate 

Optical measuring system compatible with samples producing smoke in the receiver cylinder; Range: 0 to 103% of charge volume; Resolution: 0,03ml; Accuracy: ±  0,1ml 

Built-in pressure sensor; Range: 70 to 110kPa (500 to 800 mmHg) 

Calibration: Single point against reference barometer; memory for calibration history 

Safety 

Fire Extinguisher 

Reduction of VOC emission  

Built in fire extinguisher with 2 fire sensors 

Drastically reduced emission of VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds)  

User Error Prevention  

Detector for heater base plate type, detectors for vapor probe and centering device, detectors for “receiver cylinder in place” and “receiver chamber door open”, detector for “condenser cleaned” 

Software functions  

Operation as Stand Alone Unit or in a net ware with several units linked to a PC 

Connection to external PC with HLIS or ALAN; 

User defined Start procedure with quick start or start guide; 

Result data base for 100 results; 

QC data base for 5 samples and 250 results; 

Product data base for 200 products with 33 specification points each; 

Customized reporting on display, printer and LIMS 

Measuring of the charge volume; automatic receiver temperature setting to the  room temperature; automatic Diagnostic Function with 32 Alarms and message history 

Calculations  

Calculated Cetane Index, acc. D 4737 and D 976 

Driveability Index acc. D 4814 

Connectivity  

3 * USB for external printer, barcode reader and memory stick 

RS232C serial port  for LIM connection 

Ethernet RJ45 port for unit networking and connection to an external PC with ALAN or HLIS 

Connectors for Ambient Temp. Sensor, Status indicator and for Unit Diagnostic 

External Connections Fire extinguisher gas 

VOC vent  

Connection for Fire extinguishing gas CO2; Gas pressure 7±0,5 bar; Gas Flow rate 30 to 35 liters/s;  Average volume used to extinguish a fire 150 liters; time to extinguish takes between 2 and 4 seconds 

Fitting G1/4A for tube OD 8mm or for connection with hose nozzle and a hose with inside diameter of 8 mm 

Built in Blower and connection for VOC vent 

Operating Requirements  

Temperature 10 to 35°C (50 to 95°F); 

Relative humidity up to 80% at 35°C (95°F) 

Multi Voltage 100 to 240V; 1400W 

Dimensions and Weight  

44cm W * 57cm D * 65cm H (17,3’’ * 22,4’’ * 25,6’’);    68kg (150lb) 

Options & Accessories  

Built-in Ticket Printer (only factory installation)  

External printer 

Barcode Reader 

External status indicator 

Ambient temperature sensor 

Automatic dry point kit for 200cc 

Automatic dry point kit for 125cc 

Crude Oil testing capability (only factory installation) 

Reduction of VOC emission (only factory installation) 

200cc test kit for 10% Distillation Residue 

Doctor Box 

CRM reference materials 

OptiDist basic unit and factory installed options 

Ord.-No. Description  

0101-004-001 OptiDist Automated Atmospheric Distillation Analyzer 

100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 1400W 

Acc. to ASTM D 86, ISO 3405, IP 123, DIN 51 751,  NF M07-002, JIS K2254 for boiling groups 0 - 4 Acc. to ASTM D 850, D 1078, IP 195. 

With Optimizer for fully automated heater regulation 

Stand alone unit with Colored Touch Screen and possibility to connect to a PC with HLIS or ALAN  

With low voltage heater flask heater and fire extinguisher With factory filled sealed cooling system and with built-in CFC free cooler compressor. 

Accessories included:  

8013-004-00X Documentation CD

2002-004-001 OptiDist Measuring Cylinder 100ml with brass base

2201-004-001 OptiDist Flask 125ml  

2001-004-008 OptiDist Vapor Probe Stopper for 100ml, 125ml and 250ml flask

3801-110-001 OptiDist Vapor Probe with calibration certificate calibrated at 50°C and 250°C

3002-004-1031 OptiDist Vapor Probe wire guide

3003-004-1007 OptiDist Vapor Probe holder

3002-004-1013 OptiDist Heater Base Plate 50 mm opening

3002-004-1014 OptiDist Heater Base Plate 38 mm opening

2007-004-009 OptiDist Silicone hose for flask connection

3004-004-1002 Rubber Cap for Measuring Cylinder

2000-004-002 OptiDist Condenser Cleaner

3001-004-1065 OptiDist Receiver Chamber Liquid Vessel

1700-000-007 Ethernet Cable 3m

3002-000-1002 Hose connection piece

5201-000-001 Set of  hexagonal wrenches

0101-004-002 Same as 0101-004-001 but with built in Ticket Printer  

0101-004-003 Same as 0101-004-001 but with built in Reduction of VOC emission and with Crude Oil testing capability 

After the test VOCs (volatile organic compounds) are removed from the receiver chamber, through an outlet pipe on the back of the unit, with a built in blower Accessories included:   

2201-004-005 OptiDist Flask 250ml

0101-004-004 Same as 0101-004-001 but with built in Ticket Printer, with Reduction of VOC emission and with Crude Oil testing capability 

After the test VOCs are removed from the receiver chamber, through an outlet pipe on the back of the unit, with a built in blower 

Accessories included:   

2201-004-005 OptiDist Flask 250ml

OptiDist Measuring Cylinder Tube 200ml 

O-Ring set Viton   30,8 * 3,6   for 200ml Measuring 

Cylinder 

Consists of: 

2401-036-030801 Viton O-Ring 30,8 * 3,6 

D86 RECEIVER, w/ GLASS BASE for ISL? OPTIDIST? instrument

D86 RECEIVER, w/ GLASS BASE for HERZOG? instrument

ASTM Petroleum Glassware

D86 Distillation of Petroleum at Atmospheric Pressure

D56 Flash Point by Tag Closed Cup Tester

D87 Melting Point of Petroleum Wax

D92 Flash and Fire Points by Cleveland Open Cup

D93 Flash Point by Pensky-Martens Closed Cup Tester

D97 Pour Point of Petroleum Products

D130 Copper Strip Test for Petroleum Products

D287 API Gravity of Petroleum Products Hydrometer Method

D381 Gum Content in Fuels by Jet Evaporation

D446 Glass Capillary Kinematic Viscometers

D473 Sediment in Crude and Fuel Oils by Extraction Method

D524 Ramsbottom Carbon Residue of Petroleum Products

D611 Aniline Point of Petroleum Products and Hydrocarbon Solvents

D525 Oxidation Stability of Gasoline

D665 Rust Preventing Characteristics of Inhibited Mineral Oil

D721 Oil Content of Petroleum Waxes

D892 Foaming Characteristics of Lubricating Oils

D942 Oxidation Stability of Lubrication Greases

D943 Oxidation Characteristics of Inhibited Mineral Oils

D1078 Distillation Range of Volatile Organic Liquids

D1160 Distillation of Petroleum Products at Reduced Pressure

D1217 Density of Liquids by Bingham Pycnometer

D1266 Sulfur in Petroleum Products

D1319 FIA System

D1401 Water Separability of Petroleum Oils and Synthetic Fluids

D2001 Depentanization of Gasoline and Napthas

D2007 Characteristic Groups in Rubber Extender and Processing Oils

D2386 Freezing Point of Aviation Fuels

D2500 Cloud Point of Petroleum Products

D2983 Low Temperature Viscosity by Brookfield Viscometer

D3242 Acidity in Aviation Turbine Fuel

D3427 Air Release Properties of Petroleum Oils

D4530 Determination of Carbon Residue (Micro Method)

D4636 Corrosiveness and Oxidation Stability

D6371 Cold Filter Plugging Point

D7279 Houillon Viscometer

PAC is the leading manufacturer of advanced analytical instruments for gas chromatography, elemental analysis, physical properties, and fuels composition. Our portfolio includes the world’s most respected brands of lab and process analyzers: AC Analytical Controls, Advanced Sensors, Alcor, Antek, Cambridge Viscosity, Herzog, ISL, PetroSpec and Phase Technology.