Brookfield DV2+Pro Viscometer - Manual (Page 49)

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VI. AUTOMATED DATA GATHERING & ANALYSIS
There are two choices of applications software that can be purchased from Brookfield or an authorized
dealer for this purpose:
1. WINGATHER is a data gathering program which collects data output from the DV-II+Pro
and provides the capability to perform graphical analysis and data file management.
2. Rheocalc is a control program which operates the DV-II+Pro in external control via a PC
as well as a data gathering program for the purpose stated above in the WINGATHER
description.
V1.1 WINGATHER
Important features and benefits in WINGATHER which enhance operator versatility in performing
viscosity tests include the following:
•
32-bit operation for rapid performance
• Wingather version 3.0 is compatible with Windows™ 2000, NT, XP, Vista, and Windows™ 7
operating systems for flexible operation.
•
Brookfield’s DV Loader software (for setting up test programs) is integrated into WINGATHER.
DV Loader is an easy-to-use, structured command language which makes detailed viscosity
tests simple to program (see Section V).
• Easy-to-use data gather modes including automatic follow up events (save data, analyze data,
print data)
•
Manual scaling of plot axes
• Auto range feature which shows in screen display the complete viscosity range which can be
measured at any shear rate for a specific spindle geometry
• Concurrent plotting of six data sets on one graph
The following figures show the principal screens associated with WINGATHER:
Figure V1-1: Dashboard Screen