Brookfield DV-III Ultra Rheometer - Manual (Page 121)

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should be known that this type of torque reading will not convert into a correct centipoise value when
using a Brookfield factor if the boundary conditions are not those specified by Brookfield.
The guard leg is a part of the calibration check of the Brookfield LV and RV series Viscometer/Rheometer.
Our customers should be aware of its existence, its purpose and the effect that it may have on data. With
this knowledge, the viscometer user may make modifications to the recommended method of operation
to suit their needs.
B-21KY
Guard Leg
B-20KY
Guard Leg
5 7/8
5 5/32
For RV Torque For LV Torque
3 3/16 1 7/16
Figure F-1