The procedure involves tearing about lg of the specimen into small shreds and placing it in a previously weighed crucible. The weight is checked again. Then, the crucible is heated carefully over a Bunsen burner to ensure that the paper, burns until it is completely charred. The next step is to transfer the crucible into a Presto Muffle furnace at 800+25. C (or as specified) and heat it until all the carbonaceous matter is burnt off. Then, the

Crucible is cooled in desiccators and weighed. The operation is repeated till the weight is constant. 

Calculation of ash content:

Ash, % by weight = 100 a-x/b-x

Where,                     

A= Weight in g of the crucible and the ash (w3)

B= weight in g of the crucible and the material (W1)

X= weight in g of the crucible (W2)

Make three determinations and report maximum, Minimum and average. 

The Presto Muffle furnace is finished in Autumn Gray & Blue combination painting to give it a corrosion resistant finish.

The Instrument comes complete with Instruction Manual; Electrical Wiring Diagram & Calibration Certificate traceable to NABL approved Labs.  

Optional Accessories:

• Digital Timer
• PID Controller with Computer/printer interface.

•  Inner chamber is made of Ceramic with high grade ceramic insulation.
•  Outside body is fabricated using G.I. Sheet. It is duly powder coated.
•  Door insulation is provided by HFK Fire bricks/ high grade ceramic insulation
•  Heating element is comprised of kanthal A1 Wire
•  Ensures Uniform distribution of temperature through all 4 sides with kanthal wire
• Max. Working temp up to 900 Degree
• Equipped with Digital Temperature Controller cum indicator which is fitted on the upper side of the unit.
• Fitted with indicating lamps & switches
• Power supply 230 Volts, 50 Hz
• Controller Rating Approx.: 2.5 KW