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BPA-2P Tensiometer

Built on modern hardware and software architecture, this next-generation instrument delivers enhanced usability, improved measurement performance, and significantly increased reliability through its compact, robust mechanical design.

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BPA2P Maximum Bubble Pressure Tensiometer

The latest generation of the BPA-2P is based on modern hardware and software architecture, which significantly expands the instrument’s usability and measurement performance. The improved, compact mechanical design ensures high reliability and long-term stability during operation. For seamless integration into modern workflows, the device can be connected directly to local networks with internet access, allowing for automatic software updates. Additionally, the BPA-2P features a high-resolution color touch display and an integrated battery, enabling its use as a fully mobile, stand-alone device for flexible on-site applications.

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Key Advantages
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New developments based on modern hardware and software design expands the instrument’s usability and measurement performances. 

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New improved compact mechanics increases significantly the reliability and stability of the instrument.

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instrument can be directly integrated into local network environment with internet access and automatic software-updates

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can be used as a stand-alone device with built-in battery

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new modern design with accurate high-resolution color touch display

Hardware

Instrumental parts

  • • modern high quality electronic and mechanic components.
  • • user interface provided touch screen functionalities and optional possibilities to use external mouse/keyboard
  • • connected with the instrument via USB port.
  • • built-in RTC. 
  • • LED lighting with continuously adjustable intensity
Features

Measurement Features

  • • direct and precise measurement of dead time and life time
  • • surface tension as function of physical time and life time
  • • available time interval of 3 orders of magnitude (0.010 s to 10 s)
  • • optionally extended time interval by using a special capillary (0.06 to 30 s)
  • • precise measurement of correct dynamic surface tensions
  • • direct determination of the hydrostatic pressure via automatic capillary immersion
  • • correction of hydrodynamic and viscosity effects of a measurement liquid
  • • continuously temperature monitoring of the sample
Software

Main features of the software

  • • based on a built-in modern OS Embedded Linux and operates as stand-alone instrument. 
  • • contains built-in FTP and VNC servers for sharing the measurement data and remote control over Ethernet network.
  • • access to BPA-2P via any external PC/Notebook.
  • • All instrument’s functions are supported without external PC connections.
  • • As user interface a touch screen provides functionalities and optional possibilities to use external mouse/keyboard connected with the instrument via USB port.
  • •  USB 2.0 interface and built-in SD-slot allows storing the measurement data on a USB stick or SD card. 
  • •  Ethernet interface allows connection of the instrument directly to a local network. 
  • •   instrument control from a PC via local net or internet is possible. 
Technical Data

BPA-2P Specifications

Parameter Specification
Range of surface and interfacial tension 10 to 150 mN/m
Resolution 0.01 mN/m
Accuracy of surface tension measurement better than 0.5 %
Sampling Rate 250 us
Dynamic time range: Standard capillary 10 ms to 30000 ms
Display Graphic color TFT touch display 7’’
resolution 800 x 480 pixel
Minimum volume test liquid 1 ml
Measurement temperature range 0 – 100°C
Experimental time:
Standard mode (M1) / Fast Mode (M4)		 20-30 min / 4-6 min
Measurement mode - Standard
- Constant time
- Fast scan
- Increasing flow
Density estimation
Number of measurement point in one measurement:
All scan modes (M1, M3, M4 )
Constant mode (M2)          		 up to 180
not limited
Operation Modes Stand-alone (touch display, mouse, keyboard) or remoute via client software
Data storing on board FLASH 1 GB
USB memory stick, max. 32 GB
Operation Modes Stand-alone (touch display, mouse, keyboard) or remoute via client software
Connectivity Ethernet 100 Mb
2 x USB
WiFi (option)
Process control option              Custom
Firmware free update over 1 year after purchase, update via Internet
Environment Temperature 10 – 50°C
Size of device (L xW x H) 110x205x75mm
Weight 1 kg
Power requirement       Measurement unit 12 VDC
Power supply external 100 … 240 AC; to 12 VDC
Max. power consumption                    less than 15 W
Extra accessories capillaries of different diameters
thermostatic jacket
Sinterface Software
Intelligent Analysis

BPA-2P Software

Our high-performance software provides real-time fast bubble pressure analysis and precise data acquisition. Designed for accuracy and intuitive workflow, it allows seamless control of all measurement parameters.

✓ based on a built-in modern OS Embedded Linux and operates as stand-alone instrument.
✓ contains built-in FTP and VNC servers for sharing the measurement data and remote control over Ethernet network.
✓ As user interface a touch screen provides functionalities and optional possibilities to use external mouse/keyboard connected with the instrument via USB port.
✓ Different measurement functions
✓ USB 2.0 interface and built-in SD-slot allows storing the measurement data on a USB stick or SD card.
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Available Accessories and Spare Parts for BPA-2P

Accessories  +
Syringes

AE 01050

Power supply 12 VDC, 100-250 AC, 50-60 Hz

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Syringes

AE 01031

Communication cable USB
9-pol. – 9-pol., 1.5 m 

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Syringes

AM 01051

Beaker standard

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Syringes

AM 01052

Tripod

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Syringes

AM 01053

Temperature controlled jacket

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Spare parts +
Syringes

AM 01047

Capillary CBP 01
Internal diameter 0.26 mm 

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Syringes

AM 01048

Capillary CBP 02
Internal diameter 0.40 mm 

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Applications & Use Cases

Case 1

Wastewater Monitoring

Detecting trace amounts of surfactant pollutants through dynamic surface tension analysis.

Case 2

Cleaning Bath Monitoring

Dynamic surface tension control for industrial degreasing and part cleaning.

Case 3

Mineral Flotation

Optimizing bubble attachment for efficient separation of valuable ores.

Case 3

Electroplating Baths

Controlling surface tension to prevent hydrogen pitting in metal finishing.

Case 2

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