Viscotherm

Viscotherm's are used to determin the viscosity of a fluid this is done by a small pump being fitted throughout the system of the fluid of which the density is required. This small pump will then produce a constant presure this is then forced through a capillary where the viscosity can be measured by taking pressure readings a certain points off the capillary. This type of viscotherm is used heavly in the maritime industry as larger vessels use heavy grades of diesel know as (MDO)medium diesel oil or (HFO) heavy fuel oil. These fuels are very viscous and need to be heated so the do not solidfy and also need to be heated futher again to be used as a combustion product for the various engines on the vessel.