CropLab Crude Fiber Analyzer
The CropLab Crude Fiber Analyzer is designed for the determination of crude fiber content in grains, compound feeds, animal feeds, grain processing products, and other agricultural materials. The instrument uses the classical acid-alkali hydrolysis method, a widely accepted laboratory procedure for crude fiber determination and quality control.
The analyzer can process up to six samples simultaneously, making it suitable for routine laboratory testing and batch analysis. A complete analytical cycle takes approximately 100 minutes, including acid and alkaline digestion, filtration, washing, and sample preparation for crude fiber determination.
Operating Principle
During the analysis, samples are sequentially treated with acid and alkaline solutions under controlled boiling conditions. After soluble substances are removed, the remaining residue is cleaned, ashed, and used to calculate crude fiber content. Automatic temperature control ensures stable analytical conditions and excellent repeatability of results.
Key Features
The analyzer is designed for everyday laboratory use and requires minimal maintenance. Simultaneous processing of multiple samples increases laboratory productivity without changing the standard analytical procedure. Automatic temperature regulation reduces operator influence and helps ensure consistent results when testing different batches of products.
Applications
The analyzer is widely used in agricultural, feed, food, and research laboratories where crude fiber determination is required.
Typical applications include the analysis of:
- cereals and grains;
- compound feeds and feed ingredients;
- grain processing products;
- food products;
- agricultural by-products.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Sample capacity | Up to 6 samples simultaneously |
| Analysis time | Approximately 100 minutes |
| Repeatability | ≤0.4% (fiber content below 10%), ≤4% (fiber content above 10%) |
| Cooling water temperature | Below 20 °C |
| Power supply | AC 220 V / 50 Hz |
| Power consumption | 2800 W |
| Dimensions | 670 × 450 × 670 mm |
| Weight | 30 kg |
