Appareil à cône d'écoulement

Flow Cone Apparatus is a professional flow cone system designed for rapid and repeatable evaluation of the workability of cement-based grouts and mortars through efflux time measurement. The conical funnel, manufactured from polished stainless steel, along with leak-proof sealing surfaces and a calibrated orifice set, ensures laminar flow. A rigid three-legged stand, wide base, and bubble-level vial facilitate precise leveling in every setup. The quick-open/close valve, operable with one hand, combined with a drip-preventing lip and sealed gasket structure, minimizes sample loss and start-up errors. A standard graduated receiving container provides clear volume control upon flow completion, while an integrated or optional digital timer records efflux time with millisecond resolution, reducing operator dependency. Smooth internal surfaces, tool-free removable orifice and valve assemblies shorten cleaning time; solvent- and alkali-resistant gaskets provide long-lasting performance. Typical delivery includes the cone–stand assembly, calibrated orifice(s), graduated receiving container, test-start stopper, cleaning brush, and transport case; optional accessories include a fine-mesh adapter, temperature probe, and spare sealing sets. Dimensional accuracy, orifice geometry, and flow configuration are developed in accordance with international methods for grout and mortar flow determination, making the apparatus compatible with ASTM C939/C939M and EN 445 standards. Its durable construction, user-friendly valve and leveling mechanisms, and low maintenance requirement make the Flow Cone Apparatus a reliable solution for standard-compliant, comparable, and reportable results in production quality control, acceptance testing, and admixture/mix comparisons.