Industry Standard Density Tester | Routine lab testing of petroleum products | ASTM D1298 compliance, manual operation, basic temp control (±0.5°C), fixed output | Cost-effective, widely accepted, reliable for standard tests | Limited precision, no advanced features, manual adjustments required |
AELAB AE-18 Base Model | General lab use requiring ASTM compliance | ASTM D1298 compliant, digital display (±0.1°C ▲0.4°C improvement), adjustable output (IEC 60068-2-6) | User-friendly interface, precise temp control, customizable settings | Lacks advanced stirring (▲0.05°C improvement in Advanced model), shorter warranty |
AELAB AE-18 Advanced Model | High-precision R&D or quality control | Advanced temp control (±0.05°C ▲0.05°C over Base), variable stirring (IEC 60204), 2-year warranty | Highest accuracy, automated calibration, reinforced materials (ASTM A240 Grade 316) | Higher cost, complex operation, requires training |
Portable Density Meter | Field testing in remote locations | Compact design (ISO 9001), battery-operated, lightweight aluminum (ASTM B209) | Portable, battery-powered for off-grid use, cost-effective for fieldwork | Lower precision (±1°C), limited durability, manual operation |
High-Precision Density Analyzer | Research requiring extreme accuracy | ±0.0001 g/cm³ precision (▲0.0001 g/cm³ over AELAB Advanced), automated calibration | Unmatched accuracy, automated processes, robust construction (EN 10028) | Expensive, bulky, requires specialized training, slow calibration time |
Budget-Friendly Density Tester | Educational labs or small-scale testing | Basic ASTM D1298 compliance, manual operation, plastic components (ISO 9001) | Low cost, simple to use, minimal maintenance requirements | Low durability, limited functionality, no advanced features (e.g., stirring) |